#47 - 9 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Moving from Grammar-Heavy to Proficiency Instruction

Send us Fan Mail This 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• reframing the class as a skill, not a subject • what novice mid can really do and how to aim there • why systems feel outdated and how to navigate them • colleague buy‑in a...