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SUMMARY:Collaborative Strategies: Applying Differentiated Instruction in the Language Classroom — Part 2 (English)
DESCRIPTION:As language classrooms become more diverse\, effective differentiated instruction has never been more critical for fostering student engagement and success. In this interactive session\, educators will build on the foundational strategies from Part 1 by collaborating to design and refine differentiated strategies and activities for use in their language classrooms. Participants will share ideas\, engage in hands-on activities\, and receive feedback from peers to enhance their differentiated practices. By the end of the workshop\, attendees will have a set of refined and practical tools and strategies to effectively implement differentiated instruction in their language classrooms. Join us to connect\, create\, and collaborate in a hands-on workshop designed to build your pedagogical toolkit and your professional community!
URL:https://www.caslt.org/en/event/opl-20241204-en/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Professional Learning,Webinar
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SUMMARY:Using Gender Neutral and Inclusive Language in the FSL Classroom
DESCRIPTION:Recent research\, reports\, and ministerial policies highlight the importance of making strides toward creating more inclusive FSL classrooms. This can be challenging given the grammatical male–female gender binary in the French language. So how can FSL teachers create gender-inclusive learning environments that move beyond the gender binary? One way is by using gender neutral and/or inclusive language. In this interactive session\, we will begin by sharing the results of a survey completed by FSL teachers in FSL Disrupt aiming to learn about how they include (or exclude) conversations\, topics\, and activities around gender and sexuality in their classrooms. We will address the worries or concerns teachers may have about approaching questions of gender and sexuality in the FSL classroom. To support FSL teachers\, we will also discuss the difference between grammatical gender and social gender\, provide examples of gender inclusive and neutral language (e.g.\, the iel pronoun\, epicene forms of words\, and circumlocution strategies)\, and provide strategies for addressing resistance or discomfort from students and colleagues. By the end of the session\, we hope you leave feeling more confident to use gender neutral and/or inclusive language in your FSL classroom.
URL:https://www.caslt.org/en/event/opl-20241127/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Professional Learning,Webinar
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SUMMARY:Moving Toward Criticality: FSL Teachers’ Definitions of and Perspectives on Culture
DESCRIPTION:Culture is an essential element of language teaching\, however\, how teachers understand culture in FSL education is often unquestioned. This discussion-based presentation shares the findings related to culture from a 2023 survey completed with FSL teachers in FSL Disrupt. We will share how teachers defined culture\, how they viewed the link between language and culture\, and the role of student cultures in FSL classrooms. We will participate in interactive discussions about culture and develop our own definitions and conceptualizations of its connection with language. Given the need for students to develop intercultural competence\, this presentation will offer critical reflection points for teachers to explore their own understanding of culture and present ways to move toward more critical conceptualizations of it. The presenters will offer an antiracist\, anti-bias framework for intercultural competence in FSL.
URL:https://www.caslt.org/en/event/opl-20241121/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Professional Learning,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241114T190000
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SUMMARY:Meeting Every Learner’s Needs: A Differentiated Approach to Language Teaching — Part 1 (French)
DESCRIPTION:Picture a vibrant classroom where each student’s unique background and learning style are not just acknowledged but embraced and celebrated. In a world where every student’s voice deserves to be heard\, how can we create language classrooms where no learner is left behind? Differentiated instruction is a powerful approach for designing inclusive and responsive language learning experiences to meet diverse student needs. This session will introduce practical strategies for implementing differentiated instruction in language classrooms\, focusing on tailoring lessons to meet varied learning styles\, proficiency levels\, and backgrounds. Educators will explore methods to adapt content\, processes\, and assessments to support all learners\, including those who have been historically marginalized or underserved. Participants will leave with actionable insights on creating flexible and engaging language lessons to promote student success and well-being. \nJoin us on December 5 for Part 2\, “Collaborative Strategies: Applying Differentiated Instruction in the Language Classroom\,” which will explore the concrete applications of these foundational strategies. Participants will collaborate to design practical activities that elevate language instruction.
URL:https://www.caslt.org/en/event/opl-20241114-fr/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Professional Learning,Webinar
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SUMMARY:Meeting Every Learner’s Needs: A Differentiated Approach to Language Teaching — Part 1 (English)
DESCRIPTION:Picture a vibrant classroom where each student’s unique background and learning style are not just acknowledged but embraced and celebrated. In a world where every student’s voice deserves to be heard\, how can we create language classrooms where no learner is left behind? Differentiated instruction is a powerful approach for designing inclusive and responsive language learning experiences to meet diverse student needs. This session will introduce practical strategies for implementing differentiated instruction in language classrooms\, focusing on tailoring lessons to meet varied learning styles\, proficiency levels\, and backgrounds. Educators will explore methods to adapt content\, processes\, and assessments to support all learners\, including those who have been historically marginalized or underserved. Participants will leave with actionable insights on creating flexible and engaging language lessons to promote student success and well-being. \nJoin us on December 4 for Part 2\, “Collaborative Strategies: Applying Differentiated Instruction in the Language Classroom\,” which will explore the concrete applications of these foundational strategies. Participants will collaborate to design practical activities that elevate language instruction.
URL:https://www.caslt.org/en/event/opl-20241113-en/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Professional Learning,Webinar
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SUMMARY:Get Them Talking! Building Language Skills Through Interactive Games and Activities (French)
DESCRIPTION:Imagine a classroom buzzing with conversation\, where students eagerly express themselves in the target language. This isn’t just a dream — it’s achievable through simple\, engaging activities that spark a passion for speaking. In this interactive\, hands-on workshop\, Kate will draw from her 16 years of experience teaching Core and Post-Intensive French to address common challenges in language classrooms. She will share her top ten oral activities\, carefully curated to boost student engagement and language use. These low-prep\, high-impact strategies are designed to transform hesitant speakers into confident communicators. Participants will discover practical techniques to encourage target language use; explore various engaging\, easy-to-implement activities; and gain access to a comprehensive slide deck with instructions and resources. Kate’s valuable insights and ready-to-use tools will energize your lessons and help build students’ speaking confidence.
URL:https://www.caslt.org/en/event/opl-20241017-fr/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Professional Learning,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241016T190000
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SUMMARY:Get Them Talking! Building Language Skills Through Interactive Games and Activities (English)
DESCRIPTION:Imagine a classroom buzzing with conversation\, where students eagerly express themselves in the target language. This isn’t just a dream — it’s achievable through simple\, engaging activities that spark a passion for speaking. In this interactive\, hands-on workshop\, Kate will draw from her 16 years of experience teaching Core and Post-Intensive French to address common challenges in language classrooms. She will share her top ten oral activities\, carefully curated to boost student engagement and language use. These low-prep\, high-impact strategies are designed to transform hesitant speakers into confident communicators. Participants will discover practical techniques to encourage target language use; explore various engaging\, easy-to-implement activities; and gain access to a comprehensive slide deck with instructions and resources. Kate’s valuable insights and ready-to-use tools will energize your lessons and help build students’ speaking confidence.
URL:https://www.caslt.org/en/event/opl-20241016-en/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Professional Learning,Webinar
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