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L2 Acquisition Blog Posts
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COVA: Inspire Learning Through Choice, Ownership, Voice, and Authentic Experiences Kindle Edition
by Dwayne Harapnuik (Author), Tilisa Thibodeaux (Author)
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What's your why? Part A
WHY: I believe that learning is a lifelong process, and that is why it is important to encourage the holistic development of each learner...
Jul 23, 20241 min read
What's your why? Part B
Canva Images created by author Learning is an ongoing journey that demands dedication and grit, making it essential to foster a growth...
Jun 9, 20243 min read
Power of Growth Mindset
Image Source: Canva Carol Dweck introduces the ideas of a fixed mindset, a growth mindset, and the "power of yet," while Angela Duckworth...
May 6, 20243 min read
Learning Revolution
Image created in Canva In the video, Bring on the Learning Revolution! Sir Ken Robinson highlighted the importance of diversity in...
May 6, 20243 min read
Discussion: Helping each other
The notion of voice within ePortfolios stands out as a crucial element in the learner's journey through the program. Through personal...
May 6, 20242 min read
Discussion: ePortfolio - Show me Yours and I will Show You Mine
AI generated artwork ePortfolios are invaluable for continuous learning and professional development. They enable individuals to showcase...
May 6, 20241 min read
Creating a culture of helpfulness & growth mindset
Image Source: https://67goldenrules.com/growth-mindset-by-carol-dweck/ How do you interpret the message of "yet"? I love the word “yet”...
May 6, 20244 min read
Reflection on my learning manifesto
Artwork created using with AI Reflecting on my original Learning Manifesto post now, I can see how my views have evolved, especially in...
May 5, 20242 min read
Updated Growth Mindset Plan
How does a focus on learning and creating significant learning environments impact or influence your innovation plan? Embracing a growth...
May 5, 20247 min read
Reflections on the COVA eBook
I found Harapnuik’s retelling of his personal experiences in school as a student with learning differences both interesting and valuable....
Apr 21, 20242 min read
Upon reflection re: Learning Manifesto
I was re-reading my Learning Manifesto to reflect on what I had written. Assisting my students to develop a growth mindset and creating...
Apr 21, 20242 min read
A change in focus
Shifting focus has become a theme in my professional life so it seems appropriate that my interests in digital technology in the...
Apr 21, 20241 min read
The message of "yet"
How do I interpret the message of "yet"? I love the word “yet” because it conveys a message of something about to be achieved....
Apr 21, 20244 min read
Learning networks
I’m relatively new to teaching. For me, it is a second career and one that I’m enjoying immensely. The ability to use all the different...
Apr 16, 20243 min read
Learning manifesto
As a foreign language teacher, I often hear students say, “I’m not good at Spanish,” or “Spanish is too hard.” It is so common to hear...
Apr 16, 20246 min read
Growth mindset plan
Why is the growth mindset so important? The growth mindset is important to anyone who wants to grow and learn. As noted in Scott...
Apr 16, 20248 min read
Creating your learning philosophy
As a foreign language instructor, I frequently hear students express negative sentiments about their ability to learn a foreign language....
Apr 14, 20248 min read
How QTalk improves learning and interaction in the elementary classroom
Let's talk about QTalk, a unique method for teaching languages that I've been using in my elementary Spanish classes this year. It's all...
Apr 3, 20242 min read
Growth mindset plan
Growth Mindset Plan Why is the growth mindset so important? The growth mindset is important to anyone who wants to grow and learn. As...
Mar 3, 20248 min read
I am change & a sense of urgency
I watched two videos, The Power of Words and The Behavioral Science Guys and both were powerful in their message about the resistance...
Mar 1, 20243 min read
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