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SUMMARY:French for Teachers (B1)
DESCRIPTION:Course Details\nSchedule and Format\n12 lessons over 6 weeks that blend theory and practice: \n\nSynchronous 60-minute lessons on Tuesdays and Thursdays\, 7–8 p.m. EST (Zoom)\nAsynchronous learning activities during the week\n\nFirst class: October 24\, 2023 \nLast class: December 5\, 2023 \n*No class October 31\, 2023 \nRegistration Fees\n\n\n\nRegistration Type\nRate\n\n\nCASLT Member\n$120 + tax\n\n\nNon-member*\n$180 + tax\n\n\n\n*Includes a one-year CASLT membership. \nCourse Completion\nAll participants who finish the course successfully will receive a certificate of completion. \nParticipant Profile\nTeachers of Core\, Extended\, or French Immersion programs who communicate with a B1 CEFR French proficiency level who wish to improve their linguistic skills in an inclusive and safe environment while learning ways to develop their pedagogical practice. \nPlacement\nRegistrants do not need to take a language assessment and may place themselves by reviewing the CEFR B1 description and can-do statements. All three proficiency courses will run at the same time\, so instructors may use their discretion to move students to a different level. \nCEFR B1 Description\nB1 level communicators can understand the main points of clear standard input on familiar matters regularly encountered in work\, school\, leisure\, etc. They can respond to situations that may arise while travelling in an area where the language is spoken. They can produce simple connected text on topics that are familiar or of personal interest. When describing experiences and events\, B1 communicators develop their skills by using increasingly complex structures. They can respond spontaneously to everyday situations. \nLanguage of the Course\nThis course is taught with a bilingual approach. The course content will be presented in French at a B1 level with bilingual instructions. Participants may engage with coursework and discussions in English or French\, depending on their comfort level. Participants are encouraged to practice their French as much as possible in order to improve their proficiency. \nWhile some of the course content will be presented in English\, the instructor will model instructional and student engagement strategies in French. Participants are encouraged to engage with coursework in French but should feel free to use English to seek clarification or discuss specific linguistic or pedagogical questions. \nInstructional Approach\n\nEach synchronous class will be rooted in the activer–acquérir–ancrer \nEach synchronous class consists of collaborative learning and sharing what was tried in the classroom.\nAsynchronous learning consists of trying activities or approaches in the classroom.\nAdditional resources for viewing and reading will be provided.\n\nCourse Description\nIn this course\, participants will use their increasingly independent language skills to explore the challenges of FSL teaching\, including classroom space\, perceived value\, student diversity and engagement\, Differentiated Instruction (DI)\, and Universal Design for Learning (UDL). They will engage in meaningful and practical coursework designed to develop language proficiency specific to the FSL teaching profession. \nDuring this course\, we will listen\, read\, and share research; collaborate on solutions; and share experiences to develop excellent pedagogical practices — in B1 level French! By actively participating and reflecting on our own language learning journey\, we are equipping ourselves not only with tools we need to learn French\, but with insight into our students’ learning as well. \nIn an inclusive and welcoming environment\, participants will be invited to listen\, speak\, read\, and write while forming professional connections. FSL teacher-learners will share strategies\, ideas\, and resources (songs\, videos\, images\, text) beneficial for teachers (and students) at this level of language development. Teachers will build community around FSL teaching\, creating a network that will allow them to continue community building after the course\, thereby helping to combat the isolation of the FSL profession. \nParticipants will engage in both synchronous and asynchronous tasks to help them reflect on their own progress and celebrate their successes. They will build their professional toolkits by learning strategies and next steps and fostering strong connections to other FSL educators. \nPlease note that the course will focus primarily on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) but the material is also applicable to other frameworks. \nLearning Outcomes\nBy the end of this 6-week course\, participants will be able to: \n\nGrow their pedagogical and linguistic knowledge by self-assessing their French skills and teaching practices in order to value their demonstrated and growing proficiency\nAccurately assess their own CEFR language proficiency and the competency areas in need of growth or reinforcement\nDevelop the language skills necessary to engage students in their own learning journeys in the French classroom\nBuild community around FSL teaching by collaborating in an inclusive space to encourage risk-taking and use of the target language\nCombat isolation in the FSL profession by forming professional connections in class and in the CASLT CoLab community\n\nCourse Overview\n\n\n\nWeek\nTopic \nLearning Objectives\n\n\n1\nCreating Community and Establishing Norms: Getting to Know Ourselves and Our Students\nReflect on personal experiences and determine where we are on our language learning continuum \nExplore personal identity and lived experiences with professional practice related to creating community \nDefine professional needs and expectations of community participation for this course and beyond \nCo-create our virtual professional learning community\n\n\n2\nStudent Diversity and Engagement: Setting Our Students Up for Success\nExplore the Neurolinguistic Approach (NLA) in supporting oral language learning and engaging students \nExplore concepts of evaluation and observation for learning \nShare ideas on assessment and observation in getting to know our students\n\n\n3\nThe Action-Oriented Perspective: Planning for Success\nIdentify strategies to increase student engagement \nPlan an action-oriented task and subtasks \nIncorporate the use of CEFR language descriptors in the classroom to meet student needs \nIdentify and experiment with supports tailored to B1 learners\n\n\n4\nDifferentiated Instruction and Universal Design for Learning: Strategies to Get Them Talking\nDevelop a common understanding of Differentiated Instruction (DI) and Universal Design for Learning (UDL) \nExplore differentiation strategies to encourage student discussion (visual images\, visual stories\, videos\, audio text) \nBuild a bank of visual resources \nIncorporate strategies into teaching practices \nObserve and share results of using these strategies\n\n\n5\nDifferentiation Strategies to Get Them Talking: Working Towards Success\nExplore differentiation strategies to encourage student discussion (questions\, texts) \nBuild a bank of differentiated questions \nExplore the role of the NLA in supporting reading and writing \nIncorporate strategies into teaching practices \nObserve and share results of using these strategies\n\n\n6\nProviding Guided Practice: Developing Learner Autonomy and Confidence\nExplore centres and stations as guided practice to develop learner autonomy and confidence \nShare strategies for using classroom space \nReflect on the perceived value of FSL programming and share strategies for enhancing it
URL:https://www.caslt.org/en/event/french-for-teachers-b1/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Professional Learning
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SUMMARY:French for Teachers (A2)
DESCRIPTION:Course Details\nSchedule and Format\n12 lessons over 6 weeks that blend theory and practice: \n\nSynchronous 60-minute lessons on Tuesdays and Thursdays\, 7–8 p.m. EST (Zoom)\nAsynchronous learning activities during the week\n\nFirst class: October 24\, 2023 \nLast class: December 5\, 2023 \n*No class October 31\, 2023 \nRegistration Fees\n\n\n\nRegistration Type\nRate\n\n\nCASLT Member\n$120 + tax\n\n\nNon-member*\n$180 + tax\n\n\n\n*Includes a one-year CASLT membership. \nCourse Completion\nAll participants who finish the course successfully will receive a certificate of completion. \nParticipant Profile\nTeachers of Core\, Extended\, or French Immersion programs who communicate with an A2 CEFR French proficiency level and who wish to improve their linguistic skills in an inclusive and safe environment while learning ways to develop their pedagogical practice. \nPlacement\nRegistrants do not need to take a language assessment and may place themselves by reviewing the CEFR A2 description and “can-do” statements. All three proficiency courses will run at the same time\, so instructors may use their discretion to move participants to a different level. \nCEFR A2 Description\nA2 level communicators can understand sentences and frequently used expressions related to areas of most immediate relevance. They can communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of information on familiar and routine matters. A2 level communicators can describe in simple terms aspects of their background\, immediate environment\, and matters in areas of immediate need. \nLanguage of the Course\nThis course is taught with a bilingual approach. The course content will be presented in French at an A2 level with bilingual instructions. Participants may engage with coursework and discussions in English or French\, depending on their comfort level. Participants are encouraged to practice their French as much as possible in order to improve their proficiency. \nWhile some of the course content will be presented in English\, the instructor will model instructional and student engagement strategies in French. Participants are encouraged to engage with coursework in French but should feel free to use English to seek clarification or discuss specific linguistic or pedagogical questions. \nInstructional Approach\n\nEach synchronous class will be rooted in the activer–acquérir–ancrer \nDevelopment of linguistic competencies will be addressed in the context of the FSL classroom.\n\nCourse Description\nIn this course\, participants will engage in practical and meaningful coursework designed to develop language proficiency specific to the FSL teaching profession. Teacher-learners will be exposed to high-frequency vocabulary specific to the teaching of FSL. This vocabulary will be modelled and reinforced so that participants become more comfortable with its use. Participants will gain a clear understanding of the proficiency expectations and evaluation criteria for the A2 level and of how these expectations can be integrated into the FSL classroom. \nIn an inclusive and welcoming environment\, participants will be invited to listen\, speak\, read\, and write in French while forming professional connections. Participants will engage in both synchronous and asynchronous tasks to promote reflection and professional dialogue with other course participants. \nParticipants in the course will: \n\nDevelop an inclusive and safe learning community through pairing and sharing activities\nExamine A2 linguistic competencies as they relate to oral comprehension\, oral production\, written production\, and written comprehension\nParticipate in targeted practice of A2 linguistic competencies in the context of the FSL classroom\nPractice using A2 linguistic strategies in their classrooms and giving feedback to FSL students using appropriate classroom language\nReflect on and discuss instructional strategies for oral comprehension\, oral production\, written production\, and written comprehension and the most effective ways to integrate these strategies into classroom practice using clear directions and appropriate modelling\n\nParticipants will work through a variety of tasks to help them reflect on their own progress and celebrate their successes. They will build their professional toolkits by learning strategies and next steps and fostering strong connections to other FSL educators. Participants will also share strategies that can be used to further develop linguistic competencies and help their colleagues achieve a greater sense of self-efficacy. \nPlease note that the course will focus primarily on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR)\, but the material is also applicable to other frameworks. \nLearning Outcomes\nBy the end of this 6-week course\, participants will be able to: \n\nGrow their pedagogical and linguistic knowledge by self-assessing their French skills and teaching practices in order to value their demonstrated and growing proficiency\nAccurately assess their own CEFR language proficiency and the competency areas in need of growth or reinforcement\nDevelop the language skills necessary to give clear directions\, engage students in basic discussion on familiar topics\, and give constructive feedback in the French classroom\nBuild community around FSL teaching by collaborating in an inclusive space to encourage risk-taking and use of the target language\nCombat isolation in the FSL profession by forming professional connections in class and in the CASLT CoLab community\n\nCourse Overview\n\n\n\nWeek\nTopic\nLearning Objectives\n\n\n1\nWhat Are CEFR A2 Linguistic Competencies?\nExamine A2 language proficiency descriptions to self-assess and identify areas for development \nUse pairing and sharing to develop an inclusive learning community\n\n\n2\nHow Can We Develop Oral Comprehension Skills?\nIdentify the expectations of A2 oral comprehension \nEngage in a range of A2 listening activities \nApply strategies to enhance listening proficiency\n\n\n3\nHow Can We Develop Oral Production Skills?\nIdentify the A2 linguistic competencies for spoken interaction and spoken production \nApply strategies to enhance oral production proficiency\n\n\n4\nHow Can We Develop Written Comprehension Skills?\nExamine A2-level written comprehension samples to identify the competencies required \nApply strategies to enhance proficiency in written comprehension\n\n\n5\nHow Can We Develop Written Production Skills?\nExamine A2-level written production samples to identify the competencies required \nApply strategies to enhance proficiency in written production\n\n\n6\nHow Can We Move Forward? Using Self-Assessment and Professional Learning Practices for Growth\nDevelop a toolkit of strategies to enhance oral and written language proficiency \nUse self-assessment and professional learning practices for proficiency growth \nDevelop a sense of belonging to professional communities \nShare best practices and additional resources
URL:https://www.caslt.org/en/event/french-for-teachers-a2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Professional Learning
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SUMMARY:French for Teachers (A1)
DESCRIPTION:Course Details\nSchedule and Format\n12 lessons over 6 weeks that blend theory and practice: \n\nSynchronous 60-minute lessons on Tuesdays and Thursdays\, 7–8 p.m. EST (Zoom)\nAsynchronous learning activities during the week\n\nFirst class: October 24\, 2023 \nLast class: December 5\, 2023 \n*No class October 31\, 2023 \nRegistration Fees\n\n\n\nRegistration Type\nRate\n\n\nCASLT Member\n$120 + tax\n\n\nNon-member*\n$180 + tax\n\n\n\n*Includes a one-year CASLT membership. \nCourse Completion\nAll participants who finish the course successfully will receive a certificate of completion. \nParticipant Profile\nTeachers of Core\, Extended\, or French Immersion programs who communicate with an A1 CEFR French proficiency level and who wish to improve their linguistic skills in an inclusive and safe environment while learning ways to develop their pedagogical practice. \nPlacement\nRegistrants do not need to take a language assessment and may place themselves by reviewing the CEFR A1 description and “can-do” statements. All three proficiency courses will run at the same time\, so instructors may use their discretion to move participants to a different level. \nCEFR A1 Description\nA1 level communicators can understand and use familiar everyday expressions and very basic phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type. They can introduce themselves and others and can ask and answer questions about personal details such as where they live\, people they know\, and things they have. An A1 communicator can interact in a simple way provided that the other person talks slowly and clearly and is prepared to help. \nLanguage of the Course\nThis course is taught with a bilingual approach. The course content will be presented in French at an A1 level with bilingual instructions. Participants may engage with coursework and discussions in English or French\, depending on their comfort level. Participants are encouraged to practice their French as much as possible in order to improve their proficiency. \nWhile some of the course content will be presented in English\, the instructor will model instructional and student engagement strategies in French. Participants are encouraged to engage with coursework in French but should feel free to use English to seek clarification or discuss specific linguistic or pedagogical questions. \nInstructional Approach\n\nEach synchronous class will be approached from an asset-based perspective.\nEach synchronous class will be rooted in the activer–acquérir–ancrer model and a differentiated approach to teaching and learning.\nPlurilingualism and student voice and choice will be respected and celebrated.\n\nCourse Description\nIn this course\, participants will engage in practical and meaningful coursework designed to develop language proficiency specific to the FSL teaching profession. Teacher-learners will be exposed to high-frequency vocabulary specific to the teaching of FSL. This vocabulary will be modelled and reinforced so that participants become more comfortable with its use. \nIn an inclusive\, welcoming environment rooted strongly in Culturally Responsive and Relevant Pedagogy (CRRP) practice\, participants will be invited to listen\, speak\, read\, and write in A1-level French while forming professional connections with one another. Teacher-learners will be provided with ongoing opportunities to engage with one another in A1-level French language. Listening and reading tasks will be provided with supports appropriate to A1 language learners. Participants are encouraged to use their French language orally and in written form for a variety of authentic targeted purposes. Teacher-learners will self-assess based on their progress and proficiency throughout the course. \nParticipants will work through a variety of tasks to help them reflect on their own progress and celebrate their successes. They will build their professional toolkits by learning strategies and next steps and fostering strong connections to other FSL educators. \nPlease note that the course will focus primarily on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR)\, but the material is also applicable to other frameworks. \nLearning Outcomes\nBy the end of this 6-week course\, participants will be able to: \n\nGrow their pedagogical and linguistic knowledge by self-assessing their French skills and teaching practices in order to value their demonstrated and growing proficiency\nAccurately assess their own CEFR language proficiency and the competency areas in need of growth or reinforcement\nDevelop the language skills necessary to facilitate learning in the French classroom\nBuild community around FSL teaching by collaborating in an inclusive space to encourage risk-taking and use of the target language\nCombat isolation in the FSL profession by forming professional connections in class and in the CASLT CoLab community\n\nCourse Overview\n\n\n\nWeek\nTopic \nLearning Objectives\n\n\n1\nThe First Five: Getting to Know Your Learners and Creating an Inclusive Environment for Learning\nUse inclusive strategies to welcome learners \nModel space of accountability to promote inclusion \nTake linguistic and social risks to become more comfortable using the target language (French) in an educational milieu\n\n\n2\nThe CEFR and the Growth Mindset: What is Already in Your Teaching Toolbox?\nUse “je peux” statements to self-assess proficiency \nUse action-oriented tasks to promote and encourage a growth mindset \nExplore and develop the growth mindset to reframe challenges as opportunities\n\n\n3\nMaximizing Success Using the Cycle for Learning\nDevelop and use vocabulary linked to the cycle for learning to improve professional practice \nDefine and explore individual efficacy \nUse the cycle for learning to connect the growth mindset with individual efficacy\n\n\n4\nAssessment and Evaluation: Demonstrating Progress of Learning\nDevelop opportunities for the classroom to honour student voice and choice through assessment and evaluation opportunities rooted in Culturally Responsive and Relevant Pedagogy (CRRP) \nExplore how Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and Differentiated Instruction (DI) can be used to create and implement opportunities for creative and alternative assessments\n\n\n5\nThe Journey to Proficiency and the Importance of Self-Reflection\nPractice using tools for self-reflection \nCreate opportunities for metacognitive practice to encourage opportunities for growth specific to French as a Second Language\n\n\n6\nCelebrating Learning and Sharing Success\nIdentify the importance of celebrating learning as part of a growth mindset and efficacy \nExplore ways of celebrating learning to create a supportive classroom environment \nReflect on the power of communities of teaching and learning
URL:https://www.caslt.org/en/event/french-for-teachers-a1/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Professional Learning
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SUMMARY:Teaching with Comprehensible Input Novels in the Language Classroom
DESCRIPTION:Classroom novels are a potent tool for taking students on a cultural journey\, allowing them to see and understand a culture different from their own. Comprehensible input (CI) novels allow learners to understand most\, but not all\, of the words and structures used. Reading a novel as a class helps students with their language acquisition process. It facilitates a deeper understanding of the story and gives students tools to make stronger connections and build robust mental representations. \nThis workshop will share different activities that enable teachers to scaffold the process of reading a novel as a class while fostering an atmosphere where students can fall in love with the culture and story of each CI novel. The focus will be on hands-on activities and sharing tips and ideas\, and there will be a question-and-answer period at the end of the session. \nThis workshop will be presented in English only. The session will recorded and posted on the CASLT CoLab afterwards.
URL:https://www.caslt.org/en/event/opl-20230920/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Professional Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230912T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231019T200000
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SUMMARY:FSL Teaching Approaches and Strategies
DESCRIPTION:Course Details\nSchedule and Format\n12 lessons over 6 weeks that blend theory and practice: \n\nSynchronous 60-minute classes Tuesdays and Thursdays\, 7–8 p.m. EST (Zoom)\nTuesday evening classes are synchronous and all participants attend.\nThursday evening classes are offered synchronously or asynchronously. Participants may either attend the live class or work through the module on their own and post a reflection.\nParticipants are asked to apply what they are learning in their own classrooms and share their observations with course colleagues.\nOptional activities: Reading/viewing activities complement the course discussions.\n\nFirst class: September 12\, 2023 \nLast class: October 19\, 2023 \nRegistration Fees\n\n\n\nRegistration Type\nRate\n\n\nCASLT Member\n$120 + tax\n\n\nNon-member*\n$180 + tax\n\n\n\n*Includes a one-year CASLT membership. \nCourse Completion\nAll participants who finish the course successfully will receive a certificate of completion. \nParticipant Profile\nTeachers of Core\, Extended\, or French Immersion programs (elementary or secondary) \nLanguage of the Course\nThis course is taught with a bilingual approach. Course content will be presented in English\, with classroom examples in French. Participants may engage with coursework and discussions in English or French. \nInstructional Approach\n\nAction-oriented: Each module will include authentic examples from FSL classrooms\, including videos of classrooms in action and examples of student work. Throughout the course\, participants will contribute their analyses\, questions\, and reflections as we examine these examples together and identify the teachers’ and students’ strategies for improving communication in French.\nDifferentiated: Each participant is asked to set out personalized learning objectives\, reflecting on their own professional learning goals for the course. The activities in the course are designed to be transferable to different teaching contexts. We will make explicit connections to how strategies can be adapted or selected based on student age\, interest\, and skill-level.\n\nCourse Description\nIn this course\, we will explore different approaches and strategies for teaching French. Why do some strategies work better in certain contexts or for teaching certain skills? Join us in a safe\, no-judgment professional learning environment where we will share examples of what works (and what doesn’t!). We will also discuss the research and experiences that inform our teaching practices. \nThe course is anchored in the pedagogy (Action-Oriented Approach) and language skill development (comprehension\, production\, interaction) of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) but the principles are also applicable to other frameworks. \nLearning Outcomes\nBy the end of this 6-week course\, participants will be able to: \n\nDistinguish between different pedagogical approaches to teaching French as a second/additional language\nIdentify and compare a variety of evidence-based strategies to help students develop their communicative skills in listening\, speaking\, reading\, and writing\nApply those strategies to their own teaching context and receive feedback on their approach\n\nCourse Overview\n\n\n\nWeek\nTopic \nLearning Objectives\n\n\n1\nHow Did You Learn French (Or Other Second Language)?\nRecognize the impact of personal learning experiences and preferences on our teaching choices/methods \nIdentify some historical and evidence-based approaches to second language teaching: grammar-translation\, audio-visual\, communicative\, and action-oriented (socio-actional) \nDiscuss and compare classroom examples of these approaches\n\n\n2\nWhat Is Our Common Understanding of “Strategies”?\nCompare strategies\, skills\, and teaching habits \nConnect the Action-Oriented Approach with three types of strategies: cognitive\, metacognitive\, and socio-emotional\n\n\n3\nSecond Language Pedagogy: A Science or an Art?\nIdentify strategies supported by evidence \nDiscuss the role of experience and intuition (in addition to evidence) \nReflect on the popularity of some approaches despite a lack of research evidence\n\n\n4\nWhat Teaching and Learning Strategies Are Particularly Useful to Support Listening and Reading (Comprehension)?\nRecognize the different purposes for listening or reading\, and that teaching strategies should be based on purpose \nSelect a comprehension strategy presented in class to try in your classroom and create a single-point assessment rubric\n\n\n5\nHow Do We Design Opportunities for Oral and Written Interaction?\nIdentify supports for students before and during interaction activities to address their learning needs \nSelect a support strategy presented in class to try in your classroom and create a single-point assessment rubric\n\n\n6\nPlanning: Collaborating and Reflecting \nWhat Strategies Work for Me and My Students?\nCo-create criteria for selecting/applying teaching strategies (How do we know if a strategy was effective? How will students know?) \nShare and reflect on the results of a classroom experience based on the week 4 or 5 strategies \nPractice giving feedback based on strategies that support communicative skills \nRevise and submit your assessment rubric (comprehension or interaction) for instructor feedback
URL:https://www.caslt.org/en/event/fsl-teaching-approaches-strategies/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Professional Learning
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SUMMARY:Inspiring Action: Leadership Strategies for Empowering Language Teachers (French)
DESCRIPTION:With the COVID-19 pandemic\, technology has come to play a vital role in language classrooms. As part of our mission to support second language teachers and teaching throughout Canada\, CASLT is hosting a series of Online Professional Learning webinars exploring the role of technology in language teaching and learning. \nSupporting staff is an integral part of leading a school and helps mitigate teacher attrition. Research consistently demonstrates that teachers thrive in environments where they feel supported and valued and have trusting relationships with their administrators. Since the introduction of online learning\, administrators may have wondered how they could continue to support language teachers in new blended learning environments. This interactive panel discussion will focus on practical strategies for school leaders to inspire and empower these language teachers. Join our panelists\, including current administrators and a language teacher\, to ask your questions and discuss best practices for supporting language teachers in blended teaching assignments. \nThe session will recorded and posted on the CASLT CoLab afterwards.
URL:https://www.caslt.org/en/event/opl-20230405/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Professional Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230403T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230403T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T023754
CREATED:20230329T165220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230331T213434Z
UID:14115-1680548400-1680552000@www.caslt.org
SUMMARY:Inspiring Action: Leadership Strategies for Empowering Language Teachers (English)
DESCRIPTION:With the COVID-19 pandemic\, technology has come to play a vital role in language classrooms. As part of our mission to support second language teachers and teaching throughout Canada\, CASLT is hosting a series of Online Professional Learning webinars exploring the role of technology in language teaching and learning. \nSupporting staff is an integral part of leading a school and helps mitigate teacher attrition. Research consistently demonstrates that teachers thrive in environments where they feel supported and valued and have trusting relationships with their administrators. Since the introduction of online learning\, administrators may have wondered how they could continue to support language teachers in new blended learning environments. This interactive panel discussion will focus on practical strategies for school leaders to inspire and empower these language teachers. Join our panelists\, including current administrators and a language teacher\, to ask your questions and discuss best practices for supporting language teachers in blended teaching assignments. \nThe session will recorded and posted on the CASLT CoLab afterwards.
URL:https://www.caslt.org/en/event/opl-20230403/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Professional Learning
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230301T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230301T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T023754
CREATED:20230210T205353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230210T213407Z
UID:13741-1677697200-1677700800@www.caslt.org
SUMMARY:Connecting Language Learners to the World Outside: A Panel Discussion (French)
DESCRIPTION:With the COVID-19 pandemic\, technology has come to play a vital role in language classrooms. As part of our mission to support second language teachers and teaching throughout Canada\, CASLT is hosting a series of Online Professional Learning webinars exploring the role of technology in language teaching and learning. \nLanguage doesn’t exist in a vacuum\, so why should our language classrooms? Connecting language students to the real world in authentic and meaningful ways can be a highly motivating way to encourage learning. In 2020\, the recipients of two of CASLT’s Research and Special Initiatives Grants set out to explore different ways to connect their students to the outside world. Karen and Serena explored the development of intercultural understanding and awareness fostered among students participating in a virtual “Web Pals” language exchange. Laun and Ashleigh had their students interview fluent French speakers for a podcast to inspire them to be more engaged. Join our panel discussion to learn more about each of these projects and how you can implement their strategies in your own classroom. \nThe session will recorded and posted on the CASLT CoLab afterwards.
URL:https://www.caslt.org/en/event/opl-20230301/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Professional Learning
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230227T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230227T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T023754
CREATED:20230210T205627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230210T213401Z
UID:13726-1677524400-1677528000@www.caslt.org
SUMMARY:Connecting Language Learners to the World Outside: A Panel Discussion (English)
DESCRIPTION:With the COVID-19 pandemic\, technology has come to play a vital role in language classrooms. As part of our mission to support second language teachers and teaching throughout Canada\, CASLT is hosting a series of Online Professional Learning webinars exploring the role of technology in language teaching and learning. \nLanguage doesn’t exist in a vacuum\, so why should our language classrooms? Connecting language students to the real world in authentic and meaningful ways can be a highly motivating way to encourage learning. In 2020\, the recipients of two of CASLT’s Research and Special Initiatives Grants set out to explore different ways to connect their students to the outside world. Karen and Serena explored the development of intercultural understanding and awareness fostered among students participating in a virtual “Web Pals” language exchange. Laun and Ashleigh had their students interview fluent French speakers for a podcast to inspire them to be more engaged. Join our panel discussion to learn more about each of these projects and how you can implement their strategies in your own classroom. \nThe session will recorded and posted on the CASLT CoLab afterwards.
URL:https://www.caslt.org/en/event/opl-20230227/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Professional Learning
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.caslt.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/girls-2-backpack-AdobeStock_224638353-1920w-16-9.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230215T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230215T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T023754
CREATED:20230118T014843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230210T213356Z
UID:13527-1676487600-1676491200@www.caslt.org
SUMMARY:The Contradiction of Being a French L+ Teacher: Issues to Consider to Support Immersion Teachers (French)
DESCRIPTION:The French immersion faculty is evolving. While it was once predominantly composed of people with French as their dominant language (L1)\, a recent study by ACPI (2019) points out that\, in fact\, the majority of today’s French immersion teachers outside of Quebec speak French as an additional language (L+). For those who work in their non-dominant language\, the experience can include feelings that are complex and sometimes contradictory. \nThe powerful experience of learning French in immersion is what makes a career in immersion appealing to so many graduates of the program. That being said\, the decision to teach in immersion is often accompanied by a certain amount of stress that arises as these teacher-graduates attempt to integrate into the immersion language community. These feelings go beyond personal linguistic insecurity to concerns around legitimately belonging to the immersion language community. \nDespite a desire to belong\, new French L+ teachers can feel a strong sense of non-belonging when the only aspects of linguistic identity that are considered are accent and French-language proficiency. Teacher-graduates seek to assert their contributions to the immersion program and to have a voice within this community. Collectively\, we need to reflect on our perception of what defines the legitimacy of L+ teachers and ask ourselves how our perception of this legitimacy can affect their access to this community. \nThis workshop will explore the complexities of bilingual life through the story of a French immersion teacher and suggest ways to support the legitimacy of bilingual teachers. \nThe session will recorded and posted on the CASLT CoLab afterwards.
URL:https://www.caslt.org/en/event/opl-20230215/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Professional Learning
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230214T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230214T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T023754
CREATED:20230118T014619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230210T213350Z
UID:13510-1676401200-1676404800@www.caslt.org
SUMMARY:The Contradiction of Being a French L+ Teacher: Issues to Consider to Support Immersion Teachers (English)
DESCRIPTION:The French immersion faculty is evolving. While it was once predominantly composed of people with French as their dominant language (L1)\, a recent study by ACPI (2019) points out that\, in fact\, the majority of today’s French immersion teachers outside of Quebec speak French as an additional language (L+). For those who work in their non-dominant language\, the experience can include feelings that are complex and sometimes contradictory. \nThe powerful experience of learning French in immersion is what makes a career in immersion appealing to so many graduates of the program. That being said\, the decision to teach in immersion is often accompanied by a certain amount of stress that arises as these teacher-graduates attempt to integrate into the immersion language community. These feelings go beyond personal linguistic insecurity to concerns around legitimately belonging to the immersion language community. \nDespite a desire to belong\, new French L+ teachers can feel a strong sense of non-belonging when the only aspects of linguistic identity that are considered are accent and French-language proficiency. Teacher-graduates seek to assert their contributions to the immersion program and to have a voice within this community. Collectively\, we need to reflect on our perception of what defines the legitimacy of L+ teachers and ask ourselves how our perception of this legitimacy can affect their access to this community. \nThis workshop will explore the complexities of bilingual life through the story of a French immersion teacher and suggest ways to support the legitimacy of bilingual teachers. \nThe session will recorded and posted on the CASLT CoLab afterwards.
URL:https://www.caslt.org/en/event/opl-20230214/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Professional Learning
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230208T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230208T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T023754
CREATED:20230118T002139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230118T002547Z
UID:13501-1675882800-1675886400@www.caslt.org
SUMMARY:Innovative Assessment Practices Using Technology (French)
DESCRIPTION:With the COVID-19 pandemic\, technology has come to play a vital role in language classrooms. As part of our mission to support second language teachers and teaching throughout Canada\, CASLT is hosting a series of Online Professional Learning webinars exploring the role of technology in language teaching and learning. \nWhether classes occur online\, in-person\, or in hybrid format\, technology can facilitate the assessment of language proficiency. This session will focus on foundational practices as well as specific technologies and strategies that teachers can implement to ensure that language assessments are reliable and valid\, even when they occur online. How do teachers collect observational evidence of learning from students in breakout rooms? How do they ensure that online written assignments are valid? What conversational evidence of learning can teachers gather using technology? Attend this interactive\, online session for answers to these questions as well as any others you may have regarding assessment in a blended language learning environment.
URL:https://www.caslt.org/en/event/opl-20230208/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Professional Learning
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230206T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230206T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T023754
CREATED:20230118T002058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230118T002058Z
UID:13486-1675710000-1675713600@www.caslt.org
SUMMARY:Innovative Assessment Practices Using Technology (English)
DESCRIPTION:With the COVID-19 pandemic\, technology has come to play a vital role in language classrooms. As part of our mission to support second language teachers and teaching throughout Canada\, CASLT is hosting a series of Online Professional Learning webinars exploring the role of technology in language teaching and learning. \nWhether classes occur online\, in-person\, or in hybrid format\, technology can facilitate the assessment of language proficiency. This session will focus on foundational practices as well as specific technologies and strategies that teachers can implement to ensure that language assessments are reliable and valid\, even when they occur online. How do teachers collect observational evidence of learning from students in breakout rooms? How do they ensure that online written assignments are valid? What conversational evidence of learning can teachers gather using technology? Attend this interactive\, online session for answers to these questions as well as any others you may have regarding assessment in a blended language learning environment.
URL:https://www.caslt.org/en/event/opl-20230206/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Professional Learning
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230201T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230201T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T023754
CREATED:20221102T224934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230118T015736Z
UID:12954-1675278000-1675281600@www.caslt.org
SUMMARY:Establishing Routines in a Blended Learning Environment: Lowering Our Students’ Affective Filters (French)
DESCRIPTION:With the COVID-19 pandemic\, technology has come to play a vital role in language classrooms. As part of our mission to support second language teachers and teaching throughout Canada\, CASLT is hosting a series of Online Professional Learning webinars exploring the role of technology in language teaching and learning. \nA blended learning environment requires routines purposefully designed to establish a community of second language learners who can maintain low affective filters. This helps them stay motivated and able to acquire language. Effective routines can provide consistency\, stability\, and greater learner autonomy. In this webinar\, we will delve into research-based evidence to share a variety of practical teaching strategies and routines that will help you meet the needs of your blended L2 learners.
URL:https://www.caslt.org/en/event/opl-20230201/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Professional Learning
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230130T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230130T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T023754
CREATED:20221104T134838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221212T210132Z
UID:12945-1675105200-1675108800@www.caslt.org
SUMMARY:Establishing Routines in a Blended Learning Environment: Lowering Our Students’ Affective Filters (English)
DESCRIPTION:With the COVID-19 pandemic\, technology has come to play a vital role in language classrooms. As part of our mission to support second language teachers and teaching throughout Canada\, CASLT is hosting a series of Online Professional Learning webinars exploring the role of technology in language teaching and learning. \nA blended learning environment requires routines purposefully designed to establish a community of second language learners who can maintain low affective filters. This helps them stay motivated and able to acquire language. Effective routines can provide consistency\, stability\, and greater learner autonomy. In this webinar\, we will delve into research-based evidence to share a variety of practical teaching strategies and routines that will help you meet the needs of your blended L2 learners.
URL:https://www.caslt.org/en/event/opl-20230130/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Professional Learning
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221123T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221123T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T023754
CREATED:20221102T223343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221124T143201Z
UID:12937-1669230000-1669233600@www.caslt.org
SUMMARY:Stronger Together: Building Online Language Teacher Communities of Practice (French)
DESCRIPTION:With the COVID-19 pandemic\, technology has come to play a vital role in language classrooms. As part of our mission to support second language teachers and teaching throughout Canada\, CASLT is hosting a series of Online Professional Learning webinars exploring the role of technology in language teaching and learning. \nConnection is an essential force in all our lives. As language teachers\, being part of a community of practice can combat isolation and provide opportunities to share ideas\, perspectives\, and solutions. Whether you’re just beginning a teaching career or about to retire\, connecting online can expand opportunities for learning\, collaboration\, and professional development. This interactive panel session will explore current research on mentorship and communities of practice\, strategies for combatting isolation\, and best practices for starting and maintaining online communities of practice.
URL:https://www.caslt.org/en/event/opl-20221123/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Professional Learning
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221121T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221121T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T023754
CREATED:20221104T145405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221124T143128Z
UID:12929-1669057200-1669060800@www.caslt.org
SUMMARY:Stronger Together: Building Online Language Teacher Communities of Practice (English)
DESCRIPTION:With the COVID-19 pandemic\, technology has come to play a vital role in language classrooms. As part of our mission to support second language teachers and teaching throughout Canada\, CASLT is hosting a series of Online Professional Learning webinars exploring the role of technology in language teaching and learning. \nConnection is an essential force in all our lives. As language teachers\, being part of a community of practice can combat isolation and provide opportunities to share ideas\, perspectives\, and solutions. Whether you’re just beginning a teaching career or about to retire\, connecting online can expand opportunities for learning\, collaboration\, and professional development. This interactive panel session will explore current research on mentorship and communities of practice\, strategies for combatting isolation\, and best practices for starting and maintaining online communities of practice.
URL:https://www.caslt.org/en/event/opl-20221121/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Professional Learning
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.caslt.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/women-video-call-AdobeStock_386423290-1920w-16-9.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221109T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221109T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T023754
CREATED:20221020T174636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T193454Z
UID:12864-1668020400-1668024000@www.caslt.org
SUMMARY:Ditch the Textbook: A Panel Discussion on Leveraging Technology to Centre Diverse Perspectives in the L+ Classroom (French)
DESCRIPTION:With the COVID-19 pandemic\, technology has come to play a vital role in language classrooms. As part of our mission to support second language teachers and teaching throughout Canada\, CASLT is hosting a series of Online Professional Learning webinars exploring the role of technology in language teaching and learning. \nTechnology connects us to a seemingly unlimited variety of authentic resources from diverse perspectives. How do we know which resources to use? How can we ensure that they are appropriate for our learners? This interactive session will focus on practical\, easy-to-implement strategies for leveraging technology to highlight traditionally marginalized voices in the additional language classroom. Ditch the textbook and move away from the limited worldviews of classic literature to ensure that diverse voices are intentionally represented in your classroom. Join our three panelists to ask your questions and discuss best practices for including diverse perspectives in the additional language classroom.
URL:https://www.caslt.org/en/event/opl-20221109/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Professional Learning
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.caslt.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/students-computer-elementary-AdobeStock_315978152-1920w-16-9.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221107T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221107T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T023754
CREATED:20221020T182558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221020T182558Z
UID:12852-1667847600-1667851200@www.caslt.org
SUMMARY:Ditch the Textbook: A Panel Discussion on Leveraging Technology to Centre Diverse Perspectives in the L+ Classroom (English)
DESCRIPTION:With the COVID-19 pandemic\, technology has come to play a vital role in language classrooms. As part of our mission to support second language teachers and teaching throughout Canada\, CASLT is hosting a series of Online Professional Learning webinars exploring the role of technology in language teaching and learning. \nTechnology connects us to a seemingly unlimited variety of authentic resources from diverse perspectives. How do we know which resources to use? How can we ensure that they are appropriate for our learners? This interactive session will focus on practical\, easy-to-implement strategies for leveraging technology to highlight traditionally marginalized voices in the additional language classroom. Ditch the textbook and move away from the limited worldviews of classic literature to ensure that diverse voices are intentionally represented in your classroom. Join our three panelists to ask your questions and discuss best practices for including diverse perspectives in the additional language classroom.
URL:https://www.caslt.org/en/event/opl-20221107/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Professional Learning
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.caslt.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/students-computer-elementary-AdobeStock_315978152-1920w-16-9.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220915T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220915T201500
DTSTAMP:20260610T023754
CREATED:20220821T205858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220823T162340Z
UID:12223-1663268400-1663272900@www.caslt.org
SUMMARY:Exploring an Anti-Oppressive Pedagogical Framework Centred on Student Identity\, Linguistic Needs\, and Social Justice (English)
DESCRIPTION:Inclusive pedagogy focuses on students’ evolving identities and language acquisition needs. It reflects both authentic and action-oriented learning of French as a second/additional language. Through a broader definition of the term “text\,” this teaching practice values the spiral of language acquisition. It prioritizes oral communication\, which is then linked directly to reading and writing in context\, in order to implement anti-racist\, anti-oppressive\, and anti-colonial teaching practices. \nThis workshop is designed for FSL teachers and administrators. It will aim to bridge educational theory and practice through concrete examples of pedagogical scenarios.
URL:https://www.caslt.org/en/event/opl-20220915/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Professional Learning
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220913T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220913T201500
DTSTAMP:20260610T023754
CREATED:20220822T205752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220823T162332Z
UID:12208-1663095600-1663100100@www.caslt.org
SUMMARY:Exploring an Anti-Oppressive Pedagogical Framework Centred on Student Identity\, Linguistic Needs\, and Social Justice (French)
DESCRIPTION:Inclusive pedagogy focuses on students’ evolving identities and language acquisition needs. It reflects both authentic and action-oriented learning of French as a second/additional language. Through a broader definition of the term “text\,” this teaching practice values the spiral of language acquisition. It prioritizes oral communication\, which is then linked directly to reading and writing in context\, in order to implement anti-racist\, anti-oppressive\, and anti-colonial teaching practices. \nThis workshop is designed for FSL teachers and administrators. It will aim to bridge educational theory and practice through concrete examples of pedagogical scenarios.
URL:https://www.caslt.org/en/event/opl-20220913/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Professional Learning
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.caslt.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/students-wheelchair-AdobeStock_279091782-1920w-16-9.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220324T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220324T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T023754
CREATED:20220217T192920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220218T154733Z
UID:7046-1648148400-1648152000@www.caslt.org
SUMMARY:21st Century Learning to Support Access\, Achievement\, Equity\, and Empowerment in a Secondary FSL Context (French)
DESCRIPTION:Technology and digital resources are important in FSL\, but they won’t impact student engagement and achievement on their own. In this webinar we will explore how to shift educator mindsets about what teaching for the 21st century looks and sounds like and how to create inclusive learning experiences for students in FSL. We will learn how this shift changes the role of the classroom teacher from “master teacher” to “master learner.” In both digital and in-class learning environments\, the “master learner” curates learning experiences that centre student voice\, choice\, and lived experience in the process of learning.
URL:https://www.caslt.org/en/event/online-professional-learning-20220324/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Professional Learning
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220322T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220322T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T023754
CREATED:20220217T195643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220427T135904Z
UID:7041-1647975600-1647979200@www.caslt.org
SUMMARY:21st Century Learning to Support Access\, Achievement\, Equity\, and Empowerment in a Secondary FSL Context (English)
DESCRIPTION:Technology and digital resources are important in FSL\, but they won’t impact student engagement and achievement on their own. In this webinar we will explore how to shift educator mindsets about what teaching for the 21st century looks and sounds like and how to create inclusive learning experiences for students in FSL. We will learn how this shift changes the role of the classroom teacher from “master teacher” to “master learner.” In both digital and in-class learning environments\, the “master learner” curates learning experiences that centre student voice\, choice\, and lived experience in the process of learning.
URL:https://www.caslt.org/en/event/online-professional-learning-20220322/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Professional Learning
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.caslt.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/teenage-boy-laptop-iStock-1155011052-1920w-16-9.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220224T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220224T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T023754
CREATED:20220112T212051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221003T132342Z
UID:6508-1645729200-1645732800@www.caslt.org
SUMMARY:Assessment Challenges During Pandemic Times: Strategies for Ensuring Academic Integrity (French)
DESCRIPTION:When much of the world went into lockdown because of COVID-19\, the immediate shift to online learning came as a shock to many teachers. One of the key areas of concern that emerged in teaching under pandemic conditions has been assessment. Not being able to monitor student work in the classroom has exposed some of the weaknesses of traditional assessment practices. For second language teachers specifically\, the challenge of assessing speaking\, reading\, listening\, and writing online has necessitated a shift in assessment approaches. In this session\, we will discuss how teaching practices have had to change\, explore new ways of assessing online\, and highlight different tools that may help to ensure academic integrity.
URL:https://www.caslt.org/en/event/online-professional-learning-20220224/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Professional Learning
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.caslt.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/young-girl-laptop-headphones-iStock-1268789393-1920w-16-9.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220222T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220222T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T023754
CREATED:20211220T011318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220823T175640Z
UID:5558-1645556400-1645560000@www.caslt.org
SUMMARY:Assessment Challenges During Pandemic Times: Strategies for Ensuring Academic Integrity (English)
DESCRIPTION:When much of the world went into lockdown because of COVID-19\, the immediate shift to online learning came as a shock to many teachers. One of the key areas of concern that emerged in teaching under pandemic conditions has been assessment. Not being able to monitor student work in the classroom has exposed some of the weaknesses of traditional assessment practices. For second language teachers specifically\, the challenge of assessing speaking\, reading\, listening\, and writing online has necessitated a shift in assessment approaches. In this session\, we will discuss how teaching practices have had to change\, explore new ways of assessing online\, and highlight different tools that may help to ensure academic integrity.
URL:https://www.caslt.org/en/event/online-professional-learning-20220222/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Professional Learning
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.caslt.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/young-girl-laptop-headphones-iStock-1268789393-1920w-16-9.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220203T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220203T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T023754
CREATED:20220112T215534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220225T141824Z
UID:6522-1643914800-1643918400@www.caslt.org
SUMMARY:You "Can-Do" It With Video! The Language Learning Benefits of Student-Made Videos (French)
DESCRIPTION:Do you have YouTuber hopefuls or rising TikTok stars in your class? Why not harness your students’ passion for video creation to engage them in the language classroom? Attend this session to learn user-friendly tools and tips to implement in language classes that will engage students by having them produce authentic videos. Participants will develop a repertoire of strategies for recording\, editing\, and sharing student videos. We’ll also explore ideas for real-life tasks that students can record in second language classes. \nAfter the session\, you will also be well-equipped to enter your class in CASLT’s Languages Build Video Contest!
URL:https://www.caslt.org/en/event/online-professional-learning-20220203/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Professional Learning
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220201T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T023754
CREATED:20211012T203927Z
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UID:6512-1643742000-1643745600@www.caslt.org
SUMMARY:You "Can-Do" It With Video! The Language Learning Benefits of Student-Made Videos (English)
DESCRIPTION:Do you have YouTuber hopefuls or rising TikTok stars in your class? Why not harness your students’ passion for video creation to engage them in the language classroom? Attend this session to learn user-friendly tools and tips to implement in language classes that will engage students by having them produce authentic videos. Participants will develop a repertoire of strategies for recording\, editing\, and sharing student videos. We’ll also explore ideas for real-life tasks that students can record in second language classes. \nAfter the session\, you will also be well-equipped to enter your class in CASLT’s Languages Build Video Contest!
URL:https://www.caslt.org/en/event/online-professional-learning-20220201/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Professional Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20211125T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20211125T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T023754
CREATED:20211214T231322Z
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UID:4891-1637866800-1637870400@www.caslt.org
SUMMARY:It All Starts with a Great Story! Exploring Language\, Literacy\, and Social Consciousness with Second Language Learners (French)
DESCRIPTION:Canadian children’s literature can provide powerful opportunities for teachers to engage second language learners. Developing language proficiency\, enhancing literacy competency\, and deepening understanding of critical social issues are some of the benefits. Yes\, you can do all this with just one book… if you choose a quality piece of literature as your anchor text! \nParticipants in this session will explore the process of designing connected literacy lessons through a model plan inspired by the award-winning picture book When We Were Alone (written by David A. Robertson and illustrated by Julie Flett). The story provides a gentle introduction to the history of residential schools that teaches students about Indigenous language\, culture\, and history; intergenerational storytelling; and family empowerment and strength. \nUsing the conceptual framework of pre–during–post reading stages and drawing on current research in second language pedagogies (Arnett & Bourgoin\, 2018; Bourgoin\, 2019; Gibbons\, 2015)\, this presentation will demonstrate a variety of literacy-based instructional strategies. Language and vocabulary acquisition\, oral fluency\, reading comprehension\, and descriptive writing are all targeted while exploring the significant themes of the text. \nParticipants will leave the session with a unit plan of connected lessons\, supporting documents\, and practical ideas that can be adapted for other children’s books and other topics of social relevance. This session will be of interest to teachers working with second language learners at multiple levels (elementary and beginner level secondary).
URL:https://www.caslt.org/en/event/online-professional-learning-20211125/
LOCATION:Online | En ligne
CATEGORIES:Professional Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20211123T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20211123T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T023754
CREATED:20211214T230625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220225T141023Z
UID:4884-1637694000-1637697600@www.caslt.org
SUMMARY:It All Starts With a Great Story! Exploring Language\, Literacy\, and Social Consciousness With Second Language Learners (English)
DESCRIPTION:Canadian children’s literature can provide powerful opportunities for teachers to engage second language learners. Developing language proficiency\, enhancing literacy competency\, and deepening understanding of critical social issues are some of the benefits. Yes\, you can do all this with just one book… if you choose a quality piece of literature as your anchor text! \nParticipants in this session will explore the process of designing connected literacy lessons through a model plan inspired by the award-winning picture book When We Were Alone (written by David A. Robertson and illustrated by Julie Flett). The story provides a gentle introduction to the history of residential schools that teaches students about Indigenous language\, culture\, and history; intergenerational storytelling; and family empowerment and strength. \nUsing the conceptual framework of pre–during–post reading stages and drawing on current research in second language pedagogies (Arnett & Bourgoin\, 2018; Bourgoin\, 2019; Gibbons\, 2015)\, this presentation will demonstrate a variety of literacy-based instructional strategies. Language and vocabulary acquisition\, oral fluency\, reading comprehension\, and descriptive writing are all targeted while exploring the significant themes of the text. \nParticipants will leave the session with a unit plan of connected lessons\, supporting documents\, and practical ideas that can be adapted for other children’s books and other topics of social relevance. This session will be of interest to teachers working with second language learners at multiple levels (elementary and beginner level secondary).
URL:https://www.caslt.org/en/event/online-professional-learning-20211123/
LOCATION:Online | En ligne
CATEGORIES:Professional Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20211118T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20211118T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T023754
CREATED:20211214T213551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220404T230351Z
UID:4871-1637262000-1637265600@www.caslt.org
SUMMARY:Discover Design Thinking: Creating Authentic and Engaging Experiences in the Second Language Classroom Through Project-Based Learning (French)
DESCRIPTION:Design thinking is a creative\, flexible\, competency-driven problem-solving framework that can be used in your second language classroom. There are five key aspects to design thinking: empathy\, understanding\, ideating\, development\, and testing. When implemented properly\, design thinking encourages and guides students in designing meaningful\, creative solutions to authentic real-world problems in their classroom\, school\, or community. \nIn this session\, we will look at each step of the design thinking process and the variables involved. Participants will get an overview of design thinking\, what it looks like in class\, and how to implement it in the second language classroom.
URL:https://www.caslt.org/en/event/online-professional-learning-20211118/
LOCATION:Online | En ligne
CATEGORIES:Professional Learning
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