What makes for a truly rich environment for language learning? Consistent target language use plus student performance! Explore practical strategies for target language use by teachers and learners in the context of performance-based instruction: connecting with learners through their own demonstrably successful language use. In an interactive format, we will illustrate, brainstorm and demonstrate activities and techniques that promote positive conditions for language learning through 90%+ target language use and that help students develop proficiency and confidence.