Meaningful communication doesn’t have to come from elaborate plans or new materials. Some of the best language learning happens in quick, spontaneous moments. No-prep speaking and writing tasks turn everyday visuals, routines, and readings into instant opportunities for students to use the language with purpose.
Used regularly, these tasks build confidence, fluency, and flexibility as students learn to express themselves naturally with what they know. For teachers, they’re an easy way to keep communication at the heart of every class without extra prep. Small, intentional moments of language use can lead to big gains in proficiency and engagement.
This 30-minute PD course for the small price of $10 will show you how to design no-prep speaking and writing tasks. You’ll learn how to:
- Identify key features of effective no-prep speaking and writing tasks that promote communication, not just recall.
- Create adaptable prompts and task types that can be used with any content or proficiency level.
- Use student output as future input through reflection, sharing, and follow-up activities.
This is a practical, no-fluff course led by me, Joshua Cabral, host of the World Language Classroom Podcast. I will help you turn any reading into a rich language learning experience.
By the end of this course, you’ll be equipped simple, sustainable ways to boost communication and keep students engaged. You’ll find that small, intentional moments of communication add up to big gains in proficiency.
What’s Included in This Quick Win, 30-Minute Course for only $10?
- Audio to Listen to All Material – perfect for on-the-go listening
- Detailed Note Sheet to follow along and refer back to
- Reflection Activity to deepen your understanding
- Examples at the novice, intermediate, and advanced levels
- Planning Template to design your own no-prep speaking and writing tasks
- Additional Resources to go further with the topic
- Personalized Certificate of course completion
