I created this self-paced course collection to bring meaningful, actionable professional development to your entire department, school, or district more easily. These 15 workshops address key instructional practices for building proficiency, boosting engagement, and supporting confident communication in at all levels and for any language.
Each 30-minute course includes an audio discussion and explanation of the topic, notes to follow and reference, clear examples at various proficiency levels and planning templates. Teachers can get personalized certificates of course completion for each course or for the entire program. They can move through the courses individually, in small groups, or together as a department. A comprehensive implementation guide for department leaders and administrators is included, making it easy to plan, track progress, and support meaningful follow-up.
What Topics are Covered?
15 courses on essential world language teaching topics:
- Intentional Planning for Proficiency: From Input to Assessment
- From Vocabulary Lists to Communicative Tasks
- First Steps for Teaching Grammar in Context
- Boost Interpersonal Speaking at All Levels
- Build Strong Listening Skills Through Prediction, Summarizing, and Focus Tasks
- Daily Strategies That Build Comprehension
- Using Authentic Texts at Every Proficiency Level
- Engaging Reading Activities That Build Proficiency
- No-Prep Speaking or Writing Tasks
- Short Writing Tasks That Build Confidence and Proficiency
- Improve Student Writing with Sentence Frames and Scaffolds
- Quick and Effective Writing Feedback
- Design Activities That Are Fun and Communicative
- Participation That Works for All Students
- Integrated Performance Assessments
What is included?
- Personalized Department Webpage with one-year access for all participants
- The 15 Courses Listed Above. Each with:
- Audio – perfect for on-the-go listening
- Detailed Notes – follow along and refer back anytime
- Reflection Activity – connect the content to your own classroom
- Examples at Novice, Intermediate, and Advanced Levels
- Planning Template – specific to the course topic
- Additional Resources – dive deeper when you’re ready
- Personalized Certificate – for your PD records and to document your clock hour professional work
- Bonus Documents:
- CI Toolbox Activities
- Planning For Proficiency
- ACTFL Core Practices Guide
- Proficiency Level Descriptors and Leveling-Up Suggestions
- Bloom’s Taxonomy in the Language Classroom
- Assessment and Feedback Tips
- The Path to Proficiency Bulletin Board
- Personalized Q&A: Teachers can submit questions at any time through the department Webpage and I will respond back individually with 2 days.
- Detailed Administrator Implementation Guide:
- Sample Implementation Models
- Pacing Suggestions
- Email Templates for Departmental Communication
- Discussion Guides for Each Course
- Personalized Certificates of Course Completion for each course or for the entire program
Why Schools and Districts Choose This PD
✅ Affordable, high-quality PD when on-site workshops are not possible
✅ Flexible use: Teachers can work on their own, in small groups or during department meeting time
✅ Practical learning designed for real classrooms and busy teachers
Cost
Flat rate of $2000.00 for department, school, or district access for one year of use, site access for all participants, all downloadable materials, Q&A and the implementation guide.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Who is this PD for?
This PD series is designed specifically for world language educators across all languages and levels, elementary through high school. It’s ideal for departments looking to align instruction with proficiency goals and communicative practices.
How long does each course take to complete?
Each self-paced course takes about 30–40 minutes. With 15 courses total, teachers can work through the content in manageable chunks, fitting it into their schedules without overwhelm.
How do teachers access the materials?
Once contracted, your department receives a personalized course webpage with password-protected access. Teachers can log in anytime during the one-year access period to access the courses, download materials, and submit questions.
How does the Q&A support work?
There is is link to submit questions directly to me at any time. I will respond personally within 2 days to the email address that the teachers puts in the question form.
Is this only for individual departments?
No. This PD can be purchased by a single department, an entire school, or even a district. The flat fee covers all language educators within your institution for one full year.
Do teachers receive a certificate?
Yes. Each course includes a personalized certificate of completion for individual accountability and professional growth documentation. Teachers can also get one certificate with all of the clock hours when then work through all of the courses.
