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 2023 Favourite Things for the FSL Classroom

For an FSL (French as a Second Language) teacher, having a myriad of tools, resources, and materials at one's disposal can make all the difference. Here are some of my favourite things that I have found most effective in the FSL classroom for the year 2023.

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