If you ever visit one of my classes, you will notice that it is far from perfect. However, I work hard to create a positive environment and classroom community, which are key for language acquisition. For students to acquire a language effectively, their environment needs to be stress-free yet challenging. They need to connect with the content, and the content itself should provide opportunities for learning about themselves and others. I strongly believe that our language classes should promote connection, communication and move away from stereotypes.