The Role of Reading in Language Classrooms




Language Latte: A Podcast for World Language Teachers show

Summary: The role of reading in class, and the benefits our students get from reading in the target language: a look at how teachers are getting students to read for pleasure, reading topics of interest and books of their own choosing. Learn about the power of reading as a necessary input activity in our students’ journey towards proficiency. We talk about classroom libraries, and engaging activities. I also interview A. C. Quintero, a Spanish teacher who has authored multiple books for language learners.