Ever wonder what to do when your students just won’t talk in your world language classroom?

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In this episode of Comprehend THIS!, we dive into the universal teacher struggle: student silence. You’ll learn why forcing output usually backfires, how to build student confidence through comprehensible input, and three practical strategies to gently coax participation without pressure. Plus, we’ll cover what not to take personally when your students sit in stone-faced silence. If you’ve ever felt like you’re teaching into the void, this episode will give you laughs, reassurance, and real classroom strategies to keep your sanity intact.

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