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Schools everywhere are exploring AI grading tools, hoping for faster feedback on speaking and writing assignments. But it's hard to know what's happening in real classrooms.

As school leaders, you’re already investing in resources that support vocabulary, grammar, reading, and listening. But what about speaking? In many programs, oral production is still treated as a special event, not a regular habit.

These three routines are designed to be simple, effective, and flexible enough for any language class. Whether you teach Spanish, French, ESL, or another world language, these ideas help you turn the first week into the foundation for stronger communication all year long.

Speaking used to be the hardest skill to teach at scale. It took hours to prepare, grade, and revisit. But that’s starting to change.AI is making speaking easier to practice, faster to assess, and more consistent to track. And teachers are leading the way in figuring out how to use it with purpose.

Teaching is one of the most demanding jobs out there (physically, mentally, and emotionally). And yet, when breaks roll around, many teachers feel guilty for taking them. The to-do list looms. The emails pile up. The pressure to “use the time wisely” kicks in.

Before your team returns, there’s a small window to reset systems, clean up routines, and make sure the year starts strong. You don’t need to overhaul everything; just focus on the right moves that will support instruction.

What do teachers really think about AI in the classroom? We debunk the 3 most common myths, and show how AI can support teaching and learning.

Most speaking rubrics fall short. This post breaks down five common mistakes and shows you how to create rubrics that can support student growth.

AI feedback now included on the Free Plan. The new Team Plan offers flexible seat types and PO checkout. Explore what's new.

Proficiency-Based AI Grading is here. Align to ACTFL, WIDA, and more, set targets, and give students feedback that helps them grow.

Short Answer Pages are here. Ideal for vocab, translation, and quick checks with instant grading based on your answer key.

Learn how Speakable uses AI feedback to support student growth with grading summaries, proficiency estimates, grammar help, and more.

Set your teachers up for success without asking more of them. This post offers three practical ways school leaders can strengthen planning systems over the summer.

Lesson planning drains time and energy from your staff. This post breaks down the hidden impact on school operations and teacher wellbeing and outlines what school leaders can do differently.

Choosing EdTech doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. Learn how school leaders can evaluate tools with clarity, strategy, and the right framework.

This blog breaks down how to use AI in the classroom to save time, reduce stress, and stay focused on real learning—not just survival.

Clear communication, real support, and a culture they can trust. Designed for school leaders who want to lead with purpose and build lasting teacher relationships.

A quick weekly reset for teachers who feel the Sunday scaries. Learn a simple 15-minute routine to plan ahead, protect your time, and start the week with clarity.

The Builder just got faster—bulk creation, smarter layouts, and a pass/fail criteria generator for open response are live

Use Speakable to prepare students for AP, IB, ACCESS, and Seal of Biliteracy exams with structured speaking and writing practice in the target language.

These 10 AI-powered platforms are designed to support teachers by making everyday tasks a little more manageable.

Learn how to design quizzes that boost retention, encourage creativity, and keep students motivated. Explore real-life examples like scenario-based questions, multimedia-enhanced activities, and combining Repeat and Respond for maximum impact.

In this post, we explore how AI is changing classrooms, the challenges it brings, and how we can ensure it improves learning instead of complicating it.

Struggling with curriculum implementation? Discover how Teams can simplify sharing, grading, and collaboration for teachers.

Instant feedback keeps students engaged: auto-grade responses, real-time speech transcription, and grammar checks help them improve instantly.

Build and assign standards-based speaking and writing tasks in less time without sacrificing quality or consistency.

Step-by-step guide to enable microphone and speech features on Safari, Chrome desktop, and mobile devices.

You can now turn a Quizlet set into a Listen & Repeat activity in seconds using Speakable’s Bulk Creator. Just paste, preview, and assign.

Discover the grading power of Speakable! Whether it's simple pass/fail or detailed rubrics, customize your assessments for student success.

Learn how to use the Rubric Builder, apply templates, and make grading way easier with just a few clicks.

Explore how AI and LLM offer a new angle in language proficiency assessment for ACCESS test prep

Use Spoken Open Response pages to build realistic, back-and-forth conversation practice, no grading required.

Understanding the pronunciation rules of Spanish can significantly enhance your speaking and listening skills. This guide will walk you thro

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