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Kate Fonken
Spanish Language & Culture
Palma de Mallorca, Spain
Hometown: Redlands, CA
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It's not a question of having time...it's about MAKING the time
By Kate Fonken at CIEE
It amazes me how much I learn as a teacher from my students. This adventure with CIEE has not only been a great learning experience for the students, but for... keep reading
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Getting connected
By Kate Fonken at CIEE
Learning a language is not just about words and grammar; it's about living in the language. I had the opportunity to study abroad when I was 19 and it took... keep reading
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Feeling comfortable with the uncomfortable
By Kate Fonken at CIEE
Missión Ñ What is that you ask? This is an amazing opportunity to connect what happens in class with the real world. Natalie, like a few others, shared that she... keep reading
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Happily Surprised
By Kate Fonken at CIEE
"How do we greet our host family?" This seemed to be one of the biggest concerns...and rightfully so. Culture shock can be found in something as simple as a "hello."... keep reading