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Episode 17: How To Boost Engagement With Stories in the World Language Class


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Once upon a time … Nothing better than a good story.  My best memory as a child was listening to my dad tell me a story. Stories are powerful even inside our classes, and that’s what I’m sharing with you in this episode. 

In this episode, you will discover the power of stories in the world language classroom. I’ll share a little bit of the science behind the use of stories for education and how stories connect emotionally with students, help them retain better, and promotes their understanding of different emotions, beliefs, and values. 

You’ll discover 3 different strategies to incorporate stories in your classes and 5 activities you can do after telling a story regardless of the level of your class.  You don’t want to miss this.  Click play and let’s begin. 

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