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Practical Proficiency PodcastAuthor: Devon Gunning La Libre Language Learning
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#47 - 9 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Moving from Grammar-Heavy to Proficiency Instruction
Episode 47
Thursday, 5 March, 2026
Send a textThis episode breaks down why transitioning from legacy methods to proficiency feels so hard, then maps practical, low-prep moves that make it sustainable and joyful. I name the common traps—misaligned assessments, training gaps, immersion shock—and share tools to protect your energy while students grow.• reframing the class as a skill, not a subject• what novice mid can really do and how to aim there• why systems feel outdated and how to navigate them• colleague buy‑in and the realities of department culture• the training gap between theory and classroom routines• curriculum choices and the limits of story‑heavy approaches• easing students into higher target language use• setting expectations with parents and administrators• aligning assessments to instruction with IPAs and rubrics• sustainable, low‑prep CI strategies that reduce burnout• using AI to generate comprehensible input and save timeCheck out my ACTFL deep dives on the blog. Join the Practical Proficiency Network for scaffolded support. Grab the Joyful CI Classroom Systems free audio training linked below.Submit your question here Download the free audio training "The Joyful CI Classroom System" here Find out more and join the Practical Proficiency Network hereLet's connect: Get the Free World Language Teacher ToolkitGet the Free Roadmap to ProficiencyWebsiteTPTInstagramYoutubeFacebook Love this episode? Get access to over 150+ trainings, instructional coaching, and an amazing peer community of proficiency-oriented teachers in the Practical Proficiency Network Submit your questions about proficiency, grammar, or creating communicative classroom environments through this link: https://airtable.com/appOp9IY7Ah77oYup/pagpRzuEqAVZgBnrk/form and I'll answer them on the show!
