My mission is to provide opportunities to communicate in Spanish in meaningful and purposeful activities that simulate real-life situations. In order to achieve this, I will use the Spanish language extensively and encourage the students to do so also. My instruction will be student- centered and reflect both student learning styles and intelligences.

My goal is to enable each student to be successful and develop a positive attitude toward the Spanish language, Hispanic cultures, and cultural diversity. I will treat each of my students with respect, and listen to their thoughts, concerns, and feelings in order to develop an affective classroom climate in which each student feels comfortable in taking risks.

I will use the textbook as a tool, not as a curriculum. Technology will be used, as appropriate, to facilitate teaching and learning.

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