Embark on a transformative journey into AI with this interactive workshop. This session offers hands-on experiences with diverse AI tools to enhance your teaching strategies. Learn to integrate AI seamlessly into language lessons, create compelling activities, and leverage technology for enriching homework, all while adhering to proficiency-oriented teaching principles. We'll also explore ethical considerations and digital literacy in education. Ideal for teachers aiming to captivate language learners with innovative, proficiency-focused methods. Bringing your own computer is highly recommended for full participation. Join us to revolutionize your teaching approach with AI, staying true to ACTFL's vision of high-quality language education. The presentation will be in English, with examples in Spanish, Portuguese, and Japanese (and whichever the audience choose)!
In this interactive session, participants are invited to pose questions, articulate challenges, and seek suggestions related to the implementation of the Revised NYS Learning Standards for World Languages. A panel of members of the Executive Committee of the World Language Standards Initiative will provide answers, advice, and direction to attendees on topics related to the standards implementation process including lesson, unit and curriculum planning and design; assessment options; professional development possibilities; and teacher support and advocacy.
In this session, we explore strategies for enhancing Target Language (TL) Comprehensibility, extending beyond the basics to encompass all classroom interactions. By the session's end, participants will gain practical insights into creating a vibrant language learning environment characterized by comprehensible input, supportive contexts, and meaningful interactions.
Maximizing productivity is essential, and artificial intelligence is here to help language teachers! Discover how AI-powered tools can revolutionize content creation, save valuable time, and enhance effectiveness in the language classroom. Let’s unlock the potential of certain AI tools to save time and positively impact students' language learning journeys.
Noemí Rodríguez-Grimshaw (@team_lologramos) is a veteran language educator who has been sharing and supporting teachers across the globe since 2005. As an award winning teacher, she specializes in language curriculum, assessment design, technology integration, reading and communication... Read More →
Friday November 8, 2024 4:00pm - 5:00pm EST
Red Jacket
Michael is a Spanish teacher with 26 years of experience and Olivia is a French teacher with 4 years of experience. Both started working together on their district curriculum review team. Presenters will share their process of collaborating with different perspectives and sharing ideas as they create new thematic resources that are universal to any language. Participants will have time to collaborate together and create. Examples will be given in French and Spanish.
Are you daunted by the prospect of immersing your learners in 90% target language? Fear not! Discover the art of captivating teaching methods that seamlessly integrate the target language, steering your students towards proficiency levels they never thought possible. Even if storytelling isn't your forte, I'll guide you through an exploration of innovative techniques, harnessing authentic resources and cultural immersion to propel your learners from novice to mid and high levels with ease. Join me for engaging, practical activities you can do on Monday!
There is no typical learner; every learner is unique and brings a distinct set of academic needs into the educational system. Meeting the needs of learners with visible and invisible disabilities begins with digital formatting. This session focuses on the accessibility features and considerations for common learning tools in the field of education (such as MSWord, Google docs, PowerPoint, Slides). The goal is to raise awareness of the tools’ features, and the hope is that accessibility practices will become second nature at the onset of content creation. The session will be interactive so please bring a sample that you can examine for accessibility.
