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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

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