About MODULE 2 - Building the Foundation: First Week & Classroom Setup
Kick off your school year with Allison Wienhold, an experienced world language educator, as she shares her top strategies and teacher-tested activities for the crucial first week of class. Learn how to balance building classroom community, setting expectations, and providing engaging input—all tailored for various teaching situations and levels. Discover practical tips and resources to start strong, whether you’re a department of one or teaching multiple preps, and set the stage for a positive and productive year. WHAT’S INSIDE: Tried-and-true first week activities, templates for essential forms, methods for building classroom community, syllabus and communication tips, and input-focused routines to confidently launch your world language classes.
In this session, Ashley Mikkelsen walks listeners through creating an effective syllabus for the world language classroom. She shares practical advice on communicating expectations, policies, grading, and classroom management, offering tips experienced and new teachers alike can implement for a smoother school year. Tune in for actionable ideas to help set clear boundaries and foster student success from day one.  WHAT’S INSIDE: Practical guidance for creating a comprehensive world language syllabus, including must-have sections, clear classroom expectations, grading and retake policies, technology use, resource lists, and tips for communicating with students and guardians.