We, language teachers, usually have hundreds of students under our teaching. So running a pronunciation assessment on every single student can be tricky. I mean, is that even possible? When talking about this with colleagues we often end up wondering: "Can students...
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Getting Started with Speakable: A Quick Guide
Core Benefits of Using Speakable 1. Rapid Assignment Creation Create assignments in under 3 minutes Assign activities directly from the global library Utilize the Lightning Builder for quick setup Design custom activities with the AI card creator Import sets directly...
How to Add Students to Your Sections on Speakable: A Step-by-Step Guide
Are you ready to engage your students with Speakable but not sure how to add them to your sections? Worry not! There are two straightforward methods to do this: Import students from Google Classroom or Clever. Create a "link" section and share the link with your...
How to Use the AI Card Creator to Craft Immersive Speaking Activities
Are you ready to create speaking activities that immerse your students in the language-learning experience? Let's put our AI Card Creator to work and create activities that are sure to spark lively conversations in your classroom. Step 1: Get the Ball Rolling...
How to Create a Conversation Activity with Short Respond Cards
Ready to whip up a conversation activity that'll have your students chatting away like lifelong pals at a reunion? With Speakable's Short Respond Cards, you can do just that in a few simple steps! Let's get down to it, shall we? Step 1: Start with the basics First...
Setting Students Up for Success: Guide to using Text Cards for Instructions.
As a language educator, you have the important role of guiding your students through their learning journey. The first step towards success in any assignment is clear instructions. Speakable recognizes this and provides you with a fantastic tool: text cards. In this...
Navigate Pronunciation Challenges with Speakable’s Voice Settings
Learning a new language involves not only understanding grammar and vocabulary but also mastering pronunciation. This can be a challenging aspect of language learning, but Speakable is here to assist. Speakable assignments offer the ability to adjust text-to-speech...
Mastering Pronunciation: A Guide to Using Syllable Breaking Videos on SpanishDict.com
Learning a new language can sometimes feel like climbing a tall mountain, but with the right tools and resources, the trek becomes much easier and enjoyable. One of these excellent resources at your disposal is SpanishDict.com, and specifically, their syllable...
Guide to Creating Engaging Speaking Assignments
When we create speaking assignments for our students, we often focus on communicative goals like being informative or persuasive. However, to make our speaking assignments even more effective, let's dive deeper into the target language system. By concentrating on...
La mejor guía para enseñar la pronunciación del español
Como aprendiz autodidacta, sé lo difícil que es estar en contacto con el idioma meta. Sin embargo, hoy en día es posible gracias al Internet. Esta es una lista de algunos recursos que podemos encontrar: - Música (letras de canciones), podcasts, - Películas, series,...
The Ultimate Guide to Teaching Spanish Pronunciation
As a self taught language learner, I know how difficult it is to be in contact a the target language. Yet, today it is rather easy to do so, thanks to the Internet. Here's a list of some resources we can find: - Music (song lyrics), podcasts, - Movies, series,...
Cómo Crear Actividades de Speaking con Propósito
Read in English here. Como profesores o tutores de idiomas, tendemos a relacionar el propósito de cualquier actividad de Speaking con el objetivo comunicativo (ya sea informativo o persuasivo). Sin embargo, tiene más que ver con identificar los engranajes que hacen...
Creating Speaking Assignments with Purpose
Para leer en español, haz click aquí. As language teachers and tutors, we tend to relate any Speaking Assignment purpose to a communicative goal (informative or persuasive). However, it has more to do with identifying the gears that make up the target language system...
How to Use Analytics to Support Students When and Where They Need it Most
Looking to utilize data to meet your students' needs precisely when and where they're needed? You've come to the right place! Speakable's analytics can help you transform your classroom into a more personalized learning experience. Let's explore how. Step 1: Accessing...
How to Create a Safe Place to Practice Speaking
Speaking a new language can be daunting, especially in front of friends and classmates. Make your language students feel at ease practicing pronunciation. For many students, speaking during a world language class is their most anxiety-inducing classroom experience. ...
How to Turn a Quizlet Set into a Speaking Exercise or Assignment
With only a few clicks you can import a Quizlet set and assign it to students for speaking practice. Step 1: Copy the set to your clipboard Open your set on Quizlet and select the export button. From the export modal, select copy to copy the set to your...
How to Overcome Foreign Language Anxiety
You’ve probably heard other teachers, professors, and business professionals discuss the advantages of knowing a second language in the work world. Students are often advised that even if you’re not fluent, putting a second language on your resume will help you...