90%+ Immersion: Daily Strategies for Purposeful Proficiency-Driven Instruct

What does it take to consistently reach 90%+ target language use in a world language classroom—and make it stick? In this session, we’ll unpack practical strategies that empower teachers to create immersive, student-centered environments where the target language thrives.

Grounded in Florida’s instructional frameworks and supported by current research, this webinar will spotlight:

• Daily routines and scaffolds that make high target language use achievable and sustainable.
• Techniques for building comprehensibility, confidence, and community—without reverting to English.
• Language resources that support teachers in designing lessons rich in input, interaction, and purpose.

Participants will leave with ready-to-use strategies, visuals, and planning tools that help them meet the 90% benchmark while deepening student engagement and proficiency. Whether you're new to immersion or refining your approach, this session will help you turn aspiration into daily practice.

ABOUT THE PRESENTER

Patrick Wallace has 30+ years of experience in public education that spans from the classroom to the Department of Education. Fluent in German, he earned a MEd with an emphasis on German from Georgia Southern University. Having served at the state level supporting world language and DLI programs in Georgia, he brings a unique perspective and passion for advocacy to KWL.