Students learn languages best by using them. If you have students constantly practicing their language skills by talking to each other, they will gain confidence and learn more quickly. The key is to create a safe environment, where it is ok to make mistakes. Kids will be embarrassed that they might say something wrong. I remind them that everyone in the room is a learner except me, and I am not going to laugh at them or ridicule them for making a mistake! Have them talk, talk, talk!