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Kathryn Sederberg @ksederbe.bsky.social · 5h

If you are an ACTFL member, please join us next week for our
German SIG annual (virtual) business meeting: Tues, November 4, 11 ET.
Members can register for the webinars through the ACTFL SIG Webinar Registration page. my.actfl.org/SIG_WEBINAR_...

Kathryn Sederberg @ksederbe.bsky.social · 1d

Well I did do it all in English but I think it was a good use of time. I will adapt and do it in German in future!

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Kathryn Sederberg @ksederbe.bsky.social · 1d

German instructors prepping for 🎃: a "listen and draw" activity. Students listen to a description of a spooky artwork and sketch it, then a "reveal"! Inspired by @mrfishersays.bsky.social and Cécile Lainé on "Toward Proficiency". Feel free to take and adapt! docs.google.com/presentation...

Halloween hören und zeichnen

Slide with instructor directions for “Listen and Draw” Quick overview of process: Teacher describes an image — teacher walks around Students listen and draw the image (interpretive listening) Teacher ...

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Kathryn Sederberg @ksederbe.bsky.social · 2d

I have to say this produced really good conversation about what makes a strong essay and students were able to identify great things. I was also able to answer common questions about "I" voice in writing, about register/formality, about what is good "evidence" etc

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Kathryn Sederberg @ksederbe.bsky.social · 2d

Another goal of today's writing workshop in German class: to show students that becoming better writers in German also helps make them better writers/communicators in other areas. And to emphasize that original thought is the main strength of good writing. Stay tuned how this goes. #LanguageTeaching

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Kathryn Sederberg @ksederbe.bsky.social · 2d

Today I'm giving students 3 "sample essays" and they need to identify the strengths/weaknesses. Then we will talk about which essay is probably in the "A" range, which "B" range, and which "C" range for a given prompt. I am hoping that they will identify the features that make an essay stronger.

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Kathryn Sederberg @ksederbe.bsky.social · 6d

Danke!!

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Kathryn Sederberg @ksederbe.bsky.social · 6d

seriously. I just asked students to turn in a "messy first draft" and show me their imperfections.

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Kathryn Sederberg @ksederbe.bsky.social · 6d

in this episode you also reference an academic article about play and/or games? Can you provide the reference?

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Kathryn Sederberg @ksederbe.bsky.social · 7d

Next time I would also provide reminders about all the "W" question words, and the option to answer "Das ist zu privat!" or "Das ist geheim" :)

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Kathryn Sederberg @ksederbe.bsky.social · 7d

This was a great communicative activity. Simple but fun. Students said one thing they are doing this weekend. The other students had to (1) listen and then (2) be "nosy" and ask follow-up questions to pump them for additional details. #teachgerman #langchat #communicative

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Kathryn Sederberg @ksederbe.bsky.social · 16d

Yes! We need to meet in person so I can buy you a coffee IRL!😀

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Kathryn Sederberg @ksederbe.bsky.social · 16d

A great episode for language teachers about Antiracist pronunciation pedagogy.

SLAyyy Pod @slayyypod.bsky.social · Sep 24

How important is it to you that your students sound “native-like?” Take a listen to episode 25 for considerations when it comes to teaching pronunciation!

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Ep. 25: SLAyyy Pronunciation Pedagogy | Podcast Episode on RSS.com

SLAyyy: Second Language Acquisition for Everyone WebsiteGaslightEverything Will Work Out in the End (Maybe?)The Critical PeriodRelationship to One’s Own AccentGatekeep - Vijay A Ramjattan, Imagining ...

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Kathryn Sederberg @ksederbe.bsky.social · 16d

"Listen with the intent to understand" ❤️ How do we negotiate meaning in a way that is respectful? Lots of great tips here!

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Kathryn Sederberg @ksederbe.bsky.social · 16d

"Everyone has an accent is something we can't say enough". Thanks @mrfishersays.bsky.social ! Also: Intelligibility is both speaker + listener. We can all work on being better listeners. 👏👏👏

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Kathryn Sederberg @ksederbe.bsky.social · 16d

Great episode. I assign a reflection forum in 101 to invite students to also reflect on these issues related to accent as they start German.

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Kathryn Sederberg @ksederbe.bsky.social · 16d

Thanks for this episode!!

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Kathryn Sederberg @ksederbe.bsky.social · 24d

German educators! Please mark your calendars and join us on Nov. 4th.
Members can register for the webinars through the ACTFL SIG Webinar Registration page. my.actfl.org/SIG_WEBINAR_...

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Kathryn Sederberg @ksederbe.bsky.social · Sep 27

Headed to #thegsa2025. Going to be a quick trip for me this year but lots of great stuff happening tomorrow!

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Kathryn Sederberg @ksederbe.bsky.social · Sep 11

HUMANITIES MATTER. Thanks to Mike Sosulski for this great piece!
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Now is not the time for universities to retreat from the humanities

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Kathryn Sederberg @ksederbe.bsky.social · Sep 11

Hi German educators! I hope you're already in the Special Interest Group for German. Join by going to the ACTFL Central, and then navigating to "Communities" / Special Interest Groups" and hit JOIN. If you're interested in joining our leadership, let me know! community.actfl.org/home/memberh...

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Kathryn Sederberg @ksederbe.bsky.social · Sep 7

Made it to the Lauterbrunnen pool on the last day of their season! 😍🇨🇭🌊☀️

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Kathryn Sederberg @ksederbe.bsky.social · Aug 27

Took advantage of the last warm August day in Leipzig to check out the only 50m outdoor pool❤️🌊☀️
Sommerbad Kleinzschocher

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Kathryn Sederberg @ksederbe.bsky.social · Aug 22

What an amazing performance! So fun, full of surprises. The dancing, costumes, and lighting 👏👏👏

Kathryn Sederberg @ksederbe.bsky.social · Aug 20

German educators in US: The ACTFL German SIG is looking for a new Secretary (starting Jan 2026) to join leadership. Workload is about 1 hr/month, it's a great way to meet colleagues doing inspiring work! Let me know if you'd be interested! Happy to answer any questions. #TeachGerman

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