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    Empathizing with People in Uncertain Times

    May 19, 2020 /

    Have you found yourself talking to friends or family for the first time in years? Are you frustrated by conversations that you are having? Check out our three top tips on how to empathize with people during these uncertain times.

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    December 5, 2019

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    May 12, 2020
  • Adapting,  Language Learning

    What does ‘Poco a poco’ Mean!?

    May 12, 2020 /

    Poco a poco is not only a good Spanish expression to learn, it’s also an approach to life that is particularly relevant during these uncertain times.

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    Tips for Teaching Virtually (Group Classes)

    April 14, 2020

    What Does it Mean to Group Intercambio?

    October 15, 2020

    Understanding Spain’s Policy on Coronavirus

    June 30, 2020
  • Adapting,  Language Learning

    Language-Learning: A Review of italki

    April 16, 2020 /

    If you want to learn a language online through one-on-one video classes, italki is an excellent option for you! Read our thoughts on the benefits and drawbacks of this platform for more information.

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    Insights into Daily Life: An Interview

    December 11, 2018

    How to: Use Public Transport in Spain

    August 10, 2018
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    Confessions: Feeling Imposter Syndrome at Work (While Living Abroad)

    June 22, 2023
  • Adapting,  How to

    Tips for Teaching Virtually (Group Classes)

    April 14, 2020 /

    We’re sharing 18 important tips for helping you create the classroom environment, prepare your lessons, and execute effective group lessons online.

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    Managing Reverse Culture Shock

    June 5, 2018

    Choosing Your Coffee in Spain

    July 2, 2019

    Work-to-Live vs. Live-to-Work

    September 24, 2019
  • Adapting,  How to

    Make the Most of Studying Virtually

    April 9, 2020 /

    Are you now one of the millions of people finding yourself now studying online but you just can’t get the hang of it? Check out our top tips for studying virtually so that you make the most out of this experience.

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    Language Learning: Watching T.V. or Movies

    March 19, 2020

    Top Six Things You Should Know When Visiting a Doctor in Spain

    March 16, 2021

    7 Steps to a Successful Peluquería Trip (Getting a Haircut in Spain)

    September 8, 2020
  • Adapting,  How to

    Tips for Teaching Virtually (One-on-One Classes)

    April 7, 2020 /

    Have you now transitioned to working from home and you are not sure how to teach your classes virtually? Check out this guide with 15 top tips for teaching one-on-one virtual classes.

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    Find Your Why for Being Abroad

    October 10, 2019

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    April 9, 2020

    How Don Quijote Became a Teen Mom

    February 19, 2019
  • Adapting,  Language Learning

    Language Learning: Reading in Spanish

    April 2, 2020 /

    What are you doing to learn Spanish? For us, reading in a foreign language is one of the best best ways to pick up on grammar structure and new vocabulary. However, follow these suggestions to get the most out of your experience.

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    October 29, 2020

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    January 17, 2023

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    January 30, 2018
  • Adapting,  Balance

    Dealing with Uncertain Times

    March 26, 2020 /

    No one really knows how to deal with these uncertain times. That is why we have put together this list of 13 things that we are currently doing to keep positive and moving forward in our lives.

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    How to: order beer in Spain

    July 9, 2019

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    May 28, 2020

    What does “Tirar la Casa por la Ventana” Mean?

    February 25, 2021
  • Adapting,  Language Learning

    Language Learning: Watching T.V. or Movies

    March 19, 2020 /

    One of the many ways you can improve your language skills is by watching videos (movies, tv, etc.) in that language. Check out some of our favorite ways of integrating Spanish into your everyday life.

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    June 10, 2021

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    March 16, 2021

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  • Adapting,  How to

    How to: Make Friends with Spaniards

    March 10, 2020 /

    Do you feel frustrated that you are not making that many native friends while abroad? I have a theory about that and several tips for how to improve your chances at making local friends.

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    Everyone Has an Opinion… on the U.S.A.

    September 17, 2020
  • Adapting,  Language Learning

    Expressions: ¿Qué tal…?

    February 11, 2020 /

    ¿Qué tal…? Is a Spanish expression that you will hear often if you are abroad in Spain. It is used between acquaintances and best friends alike. But what does it mean? In this article we dive into this expression.

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    April 14, 2020
  • Adapting,  Culture

    Culture Shock: The Insights of a Spaniard in America

    February 2, 2020 /

    Up on the blog today we have the insights of guest-writer Lucia, a girl from Granada who lived in Wisconsin for a year. Where we are shocked by things in Spain, she was shocked by small-town USA. What shocked her the most? 

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    Life is in the Street in Spain

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    July 27, 2018

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