If you are a Secondary Language teacher and text books are a big part of life, then this podcast is for you. It describes how to support students towards spontaneous use of the Language. I chose an Italian text book today, as I'm guessing you are sick of the constant Japanese examples, and to offer the perspective of a student. You will see I am very much imperfect in my Italian!!  I chose a page from an Italian text book Ecco! Due student book. I also shared my thoughts about a bit of a progression from passive to active engagement with the textbook's oral practice suggestion, because spontaneous use doesn't just happen, it needs to be scaffolded and practiced.
Let me know what you are doing with oral Language practice, and what part of that progression your students are currently engaging with?
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