REPORTEROS ADI COMPANION
An Acquisition-Driven Instruction Supplement for Reporteros 1–4
Practical strategies to bring input-rich, student-centered teaching into your Spanish classroom
WHAT IS ADI?
Acquisition-Driven Instruction (ADI) is an input-rich extension of the communicative approach.
Building on the communicative foundation of Reporteros, ADI emphasizes compelling, comprehensible input as the driver of acquisition. It equips teachers with practical strategies—such as storytelling, picture talk, or interviews—that mirror how people naturally acquire their first language.
With ADI, teachers enrich the communicative classroom by creating an environment where:
Language is comprehensible – students hear and read Spanish that they can understand and use.
Communication is purposeful – Spanish is used to share ideas, tell stories, and make real connections.
Students are at the center – lessons adapt to their interests, experiences, and questions.
The affective filter is lowered – learners feel safe, confident, and motivated to take risks.
In short: just as Reporteros empowers students to acquire Spanish naturally through meaningful communication, ADI extends this foundation by providing input-rich strategies that foster authentic interaction, curiosity, and confidence in using the language.
HOW ADI STRENGTHENS REPORTEROS
The Reporteros ADI Companion strengthens the communicative design of Reporteros with:
Stronger engagement through storytelling, reading, and interactive activities.
Flexible strategies that adapt to different levels and teaching styles.
A safe, student-centered environment that builds confidence and motivation.
Meaningful input that accelerates acquisition.
ADI complements Reporteros by reinforcing what communicative teaching already does well, while adding fresh tools that make input even more compelling and memorable.
Grounded in research-based best practices in second language acquisition (Krashen, VanPatten, Lichtman).
WHAT IS THE REPORTEROS ADI COMPANION?
The Reporteros ADI Companion is a flexible supplement that integrates Acquisition-Driven Instruction into every level of Reporteros (1–4).
The Reporteros ADI Companion includes:
A clear introduction to ADI theory and its classroom application.
Step-by-step guides for popular ADI strategies:
Storytelling & Story Asking
Movie Talk & Picture Talk
Reader’s Theater & Free Voluntary Reading
Special Person Interviews, Weekend Chats, Calendar Talk, Card Talk
Suggestions for differentiation and enrichment aligned to every unit of Reporteros 1.
Teacher tips to adapt lessons to different proficiency levels.
Print and digital access via The KWL Hub.
The Authors of The Reporteros ADI Companion:
Richard Madel, Chairperson of the Department of World Languages, Colonial School District (PA)
Maris Hawkins, Spanish Teacher, Capitol Hill Day School (VA)
INSIDE EVERY UNIT
Every unit is supported with practical strategies that make language input engaging and comprehensible.
Storytelling & Story Asking
Co-create narratives that students can’t wait to follow.
Reading Together
Embedded readings, Reader’s Theater, and interactive texts.
Content-driven strategies
Picture Talk, Movie Talk, Write and Discuss.
Community-building activities
Special Person Interviews, Weekend Chat, Calendar Talk, Card Talk.
Every unit is enriched with ADI-based adaptations, authentic activities, and suggestions for differentiation that work seamlessly alongside Reporteros.
FORMATS & ACCESS
Formats available:
Teacher’s Guide (print)
Print ISBN:
Digital access on The KWL Hub with flexible 12-month licenses
Reporteros 1–4 ADI Companion Teacher’s Guide (print)
ISBN: 9788411570763
Digital SKUs (12-month teacher access):
Reporteros 1 ADI Companion eBook
SKU: NP12080170763
Reporteros 2 ADI Companion eBook SKU: NP12080270763
Reporteros 3 ADI Companion eBook SKU: NP12080370763
Reporteros 4 ADI Companion eBook SKU: NP12080470763
Contact your local Klett World Languages representative to:
Request a free sample copy.
Get a guided walkthrough of the Reporteros ADI Companion.
Learn how to integrate ADI with Reporteros in your classroom.
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