by theculturalclassroom | Feb 12, 2023 | Culture
I’m sure that many of us teachers (especially if you’re reading this post), ran into February with the following sentiment: to increase awareness of the African diaspora in the Spanish classroom! If so, then you’re in good company. Because I started...
by theculturalclassroom | Jan 1, 2023 | Culture, Distance Learning
There is something quite magical about the new year, whether it is something that we just assign to it or if it is truly incredible. I find it full of hope and promise, and a reminder that I am in control of my destiny. What about you? What are your thoughts about the...
by theculturalclassroom | Nov 1, 2022 | Culture
When I learned about Hispanic culture and people during my K-12 experience, it was often from a Eurocentric, one-dimensional perspective. We never really discussed the racial, cultural, linguistic, and complex diversity that makes up Hispanic communities. Neither did...
by theculturalclassroom | Oct 29, 2022 | Classroom, Quick Tips
I don’t know about you, but life can be quite unexpected. Expect the unexpected with this simple trick so that you can turn any Pear Deck presentation into an instant sub plan! Check out my video below or read the key takeaways that follow. Key takeaways: If you...
by theculturalclassroom | Oct 29, 2022 | Classroom
In this blog post, you will get some hot tips, ideas, and activity suggestions to increase engagement in the Spanish classroom! If you stroll by my classroom at any given moment, you’re probably going to notice the booming wave of loud music pouring out of my...