NYSAFLT Annual Conference 2024: Full Schedule

Welcome to the 107th NYSAFLT Annual Conference!

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8:30am EST

Leaders of Tomorrow

Saturday November 9, 2024 8:30am - 9:30am EST

Our Leaders of Tomorrow are showcasing what they do in their classrooms to support the NYSED World Language Shifts. Come see what real changes they’ve applied in their classes in order to shift from themes to topics, from standards to modes, from grades to feedback. We are also available to chat if you are interested in joining our program. If you’re a former participant, stop by to share your leadership trajectory with our new leaders. This is a panel discussion.

Presenters

Melanie Thomas

Spencerport CSD

Spanish TeacherNYSAFLT TOY 2023NBCT WLOESpencerport CSD World Language Teacher LeaderSpencerport CSD Seal of Biliteracy coordinator

Beth Slocum

Pavilion Central School District

NECTFL Board of DirectorsNYSAFLT Past PresidentGRTC Policy Board member and World Language Network facilitator

Saturday November 9, 2024 8:30am - 9:30am EST
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Session D

Language of presentation English
Examples in English
Applicable to Any
Level All Levels

11:30am EST

Using Classroom Characters for Comprehensible Input

Saturday November 9, 2024 11:30am - 12:30pm EST

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Learn to create and use classroom characters with your students. These classroom characters can be used all year long to help increase comprehensible input using fun drawings and objects. Students help create all aspects of the classroom character which makes learning enjoyable and natural.

Presenters

Jennifer Schunk

Saturday November 9, 2024 11:30am - 12:30pm EST
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Session E

Language of presentation English
Examples in Spanish
Applicable to Any

1:30pm EST

Comprehensible Output=Getting our students talking for all levels

Saturday November 9, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST

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Everyone takes a world language to learn how to speak, but so many struggle with output. We will look at fun ways to help students produce simple to advanced sentences and ideas. We will look at Comprehensible Input strategies to encourage output including picture talk, speaking activities, role-play, partner activities, games and more. This interactive workshop will help you grow your student's proficiency and students will feel success in your classes.

Presenters

Sarah Hopper

Watkins-Glen High School

French/Spanish Teacher

Saturday November 9, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm EST
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Session F

Language of presentation English
Examples in Several
Applicable to Any

2:45pm EST

Study Spanish at Academia Tica in Costa Rica!

Saturday November 9, 2024 2:45pm - 3:45pm EST

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Looking to improve your own Spanish skills, immerse yourself in Costa Rican culture, or explore a language school you could recommend to your high school or college students?

Presenter Ann Elyse Foltz received the 2023 NYSAFLT Academia Tica Cultural Scholarship to Costa Rica. She spent two weeks at this beautiful and culturally enriching school, located an hour away from San José, the capital of Costa Rica. Come see her photos of rainforests, animals, and waterfalls, and learn about this internationally known Spanish language school.

Presenters

Ann Elyse Foltz

ENL teacher, CiTi BOCES

I am passionate about helping my students discover the rich and varied cultures of the world. Since language and culture are interwoven, I routinely address issues of social justice, sustainable development, and environmental stewardship in my classes.

Saturday November 9, 2024 2:45pm - 3:45pm EST
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Session G

Language of presentation English
Examples in English and Spanish
Applicable to Spanish