AIM Creator

AIM: The approach that works.

Wendy Maxwell's Accelerative Integrated Methodology (AIM) brings true transformation to the experience of teaching and learning languages. AIM blends the best of language-acquisition theory and brain-based research with systematized and engaging classroom practice, creating astounding results.

The use of high–frequency vocabulary – introduced with gestures and contextualized in stories, drama, songs and dance – allows students to rapidly achieve levels of oral and written fluency rarely seen with conventional methods. One significant difference is that AIM takes a story-based approach to language learning, rather than a thematic approach.

AIM materials are avaibable for French, Spanish and English as a second language.

Wendy Maxwell
Master Language Teacher and Program Creator

Wendy Maxwell (M.A.), award-winning teacher and AIM creator, has transformed second language instruction, both in Canada and internationally. Wendy is the author of AIM's French and English programs, including Histoires en action !, Jeunesse en action !, Stories in Action! and Life in Action! She has also recently completed AIM's first Spanish program ¡Jóvenes en acción!
Wendy is the recipient of the Prime Minister's Award for Teaching Excellence (1999) and the H.H. Stern Award for Innovation in Second Languages (2004). She has made many appearances on CBC, Radio-Canada, Citytv and CTV. Her program has been written up in the National Post, the Ottawa Citizen, the Toronto Star and various international journals. Wendy has been invited to deliver keynote addresses in Paris, Tokyo and The Hague.

Language education that really works!