PROGRAM GUIDE ACTFL 2012 CO-SPONSORS American Association of Teachers of German (AATG) American Association of Teachers of Italian (AATI) American Association of Teachers of Japanese (AATJ) Chinese Language Association of Secondary-Elementary Schools (CLASS) Chinese Language Teachers Association (CLTA) National Association of District Supervisors of Foreign Languages (NADSFL) National Council of State Supervisors for Languages (NCSSFL) National Network for Early Language Learning (NNELL) Pennsylvania State Modern Language Association (PSMLA)
Holt McDougal is a proud co-sponsor of the ACTFL National Language Teacher of the Year Award.
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12:15 – 12:30 Pretzel Break! 12:30 – 1:00 Walkthrough our New Intro German Program: Sag mal 3:00 – 3:15 Snack Break! 3:15 – 3:45 Preview the new Supersite! 3:00 – 3:50 Temas y contextos: New AP* Spanish from Vista Higher Learning, Norah Jones (Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 2) *AP is a registered trademark of the College Board, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, this product.
12:30 – 1:00 Snack Break! 1:00 – 1:30 Temas y contextos: New AP* Spanish from Vista Higher Learning 2:00 – 2:50 Protagonistas: Where Culture Drives Language— and Vice Versa, Tamara Millar (Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 2) 3:15 – 3:30 Celebrate the 2012 Video Contest Winners! 3:30 – 4:00 Preview the new Supersite!
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Welcome to ACTFL 2012 ACTFL and PSMLA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 ACTFL Board of Directors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 ACTFL Staff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Co-Sponsoring Organizations’ Leadership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Thank You to Sponsors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Floor Plans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Daily Program
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Explanation of Acronyms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Pre-Convention Workshops and Meetings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Friday, November 16, 2012 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 ACTFL National Language Teacher of the Year Finalists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Opening General Session . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 ACTFL Awards Ceremony . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Saturday, November 17, 2012 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 Sunday, November 18, 2012 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
World Languages Expo
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About the Expo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163 Exhibit Hall Floor Plan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165 Exhibitor Listing by Category . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166 Exhibitor Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
Additional Information
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List of Presenters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198 ACTFL Membership Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205 2013 ACTFL Annual Convention and World Languages Expo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207 Index of Advertisers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208
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VISIT US AT ACTFL STAND NO. 859
Contact Deutsche Welle | 53110 Bonn | Germany
[email protected]
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welcome to actfl 2012 Headquarters 1001 North Fairfax Street, Suite 200, Alexandria, VA 22314 ph 703-894-2900 fax 703-894-2905
American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages
Department of Professional Programs 3 Barker Avenue, Suite 300, White Plains, NY 10601 ph 914-963-8830 fax 914-963-1275
Dear Colleagues, On behalf of the ACTFL Board of Directors, we are delighted to welcome you to Philadelphia and to the 46th Annual Convention and World Languages Expo. Our theme this year is “Many Languages: One United Voice.” While we represent many cultures, a plethora of world languages, and a variety of pedagogical beliefs, it is extremely important for the survival of our discipline that we all convey a strong message for the importance of language study. The next three days will provide you with rich opportunities to grow professionally, network with colleagues, and express the spirit of the One United Voice theme. The Program Committee has selected more than 600 professional development opportunities, including pre- and post-convention workshops and sessions focused on all aspects of teaching and learning languages and cultures. Additionally, there are two plenary sessions, a number of Special Interest Group (SIG) meetings, and outstanding programming from our co-sponsoring organizations. The Committee has endeavored to craft a conference schedule that meets the diverse needs of language professionals and supports ACTFL’s mission to “provide vision, leadership, and support for quality teaching and learning of languages.” Your convention program serves as a guide to a number of important features that should be a part of every attendee’s ACTFL experience: • The Opening General Session on Friday morning, featuring Dr. K. David Harrison, a linguist, author, and activist for the documentation and preservation of endangered languages, teaching at Swarthmore College and affiliated with the National Geographic Society. The topic of his keynote address is “Endangered Languages: Global and Local Trends.” Dr. Harrison will also have a book signing and additional presentation of his role in the Emmy-nominated 2008 documentary film The Linguists. • At the Opening General Session we will also present the 2013 ACTFL National Language Teacher of the Year Award. • Plenary Sessions, scheduled for Friday at 3:45 p.m. and Saturday at 8:00 a.m. • The ACTFL Awards Ceremony Friday evening from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Please join us for this special event. • The World Languages Expo, a vital part of your convention. Our exhibitors offer the latest information on thousands of products and services relevant to language education, and they welcome your interest and involvement. These companies are an important part of your convention experience and are valued supporters of ACTFL—so be sure to visit the Exhibit Hall! • ACTFL Central, your one-stop service center to ask questions, get information about the benefits of ACTFL membership, take advantage of career development resources, and purchase ACTFL books and other products. Stop by and try out ACTFL’s new website! We extend our gratitude to the volunteers of the Pennsylvania State Modern Language Association (PSMLA), our co-sponsoring organizations, and ACTFL staff for their incredible dedication to the success of this convention. We also thank you, the attendees, for your membership in ACTFL and for your support of this convention. We hope this professional development opportunity exceeds your expectations and that you join us next year in Orlando! Sincerely, Dave McAlpine President
Bridget Yaden Program Chair
Dear Colleagues, The Pennsylvania State Modern Language Association is honored to welcome you and all participants to the ACTFL 46th Annual Convention and World Languages Expo in Philadelphia. PSMLA’s mission is to enhance foreign language education throughout the state by promoting the study of foreign languages, providing educators opportunities for professional growth and networking, recognizing excellence in the field, and collaborating with local, state and national organizations. We are so excited to be the state host and one of many professional organizations that are co-sponsoring this wonderful event. This year’s theme: “Many Languages: One United Voice” will be reflected in a variety of workshops, sessions, exhibits and other convention activities. The City of Philadelphia, “the birthplace of American democracy,” also shares in this theme. We are a city of multiple cultures and histories. From our colorful neighborhoods to our suburban communities, cultural and historical treasures abound. We offer ideal opportunities for discovery, exploration, enrichment, and enjoyment. The newly expanded Pennsylvania Convention Center offers the perfect venue to take advantage of these opportunities with historical, cultural, and international museums, stores, restaurants, and cafés close by. Be prepared to be motivated and encouraged with multiple ideas and strategies that will enhance your instructional and professional practices. Be prepared to discuss and share the concerns that face all 21st century educators. Be prepared for collaboration, growth and excellence. Enjoy the convention! Enjoy Philadelphia! Respectfully, Thomasina I. White President, PSMLA
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Have You Seen the New ACTFL.org
?
We’ve redesigned our website to better serve your needs! The new home of ACTFL.org features: • A user-friendly design update We like to call it a “virtual makeover” • A more intuitive navigation scheme and better search capabilities Spend less time looking for that critical piece of information • A mobile version, optimized for smartphones and tablets Take ACTFL.org on the go • Complete access to your member account Update your profile, print a receipt, and much more
And we’re not done. In coming weeks, we’ll be finalizing the integration of
ACTFL.org with other third-
party websites—like our new webinar and advocacy portals—to ensure a seamless user experience. For now, we invite you to take the new website for a test drive and let us know what you think at
[email protected].
welcome to actfl 2012 Officers
Elected Board Members
Regional Representatives
President
Antonia Schleicher Indiana University Bloomington, IN
Patricia Carlin SCOLT University of Central Arkansas Conway, AR
Dave McAlpine University of Arkansas at Little Rock Little Rock, AR President Elect
Toni Theisen Loveland High School Loveland, CO Dave McAlpine ACTFL President
Past President
Barbara Mondloch Franklin Pierce Schools Tacoma, WA Treasurer
Mary Lynn Redmond Wake Forest University Winston-Salem, NC
Bridget E. Yaden ACTFL Program Chair
Lynn Fulton-Archer Delaware Department of Education Dover, DE Ken Stewart Chapel Hill High School Chapel Hill, NC Duarte Silva Stanford University Stanford, CA Marjorie Hall-Haley George Mason University Fairfax, VA Thomas Sauer Fayette County Public Schools Louisville, KY
Jocelyn Danielson Raught SWCOLT Cactus Shadows High School Cove Creek, AZ Bridget E. Yaden PNCFL Pacific Lutheran University Tacoma, WA Anne Nerenz CSCTFL Eastern Michigan University Ypsilanti, MI Laura Franklin NECTFL Northern Virginia Community College Alexandria, VA
ACTFL Staff Marty Abbott, Executive Director
Yesenia Olivares, Quality Assurance Coordinator
Alison Bayley, Sales and Marketing Manager
Michelle Paradies, Project Manager
Howie Berman, Director of Membership and Administration
Andrew Richardson, Program Assistant
Jaime Bernstein, Membership Coordinator
Julia Richardson, Director of Conventions and Marketing
Natalie Boivin, Project Assistant
Paul Sandrock, Director of Education
Daniel Conrad, Principal Assessment Specialist
Tony Smith, Educational Technologist
Amanda Cynkin, Assessment Development Coordinator
Elvira Swender, Director of Professional Programs
Altavese Dilworth, Office Manager
Danielle Tezcan, Principal Project Specialist
Regina Farr, Membership Specialist
Tony Unander, Media Coordinator
Zerihun Haile-Selassie, Finance Manager
Hollie West, Deputy Director of Professional Programs
Lori Haims, Training and Certification Manager
Courtney Wu, Meetings Assistant
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All ACTFL attendees are invited: Saturday, November 17
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welcome to actfl 2012 2012 Officers of Co-Sponsoring Organizations American Association of Teachers of German (AATG)
Chinese Language Association of Secondary-Elementary Schools (CLASS)
National Council of State Supervisors for Languages (NCSSFL)
Past President
President
President
President-Elect
First Vice President
Vice President
Second Vice President
Secretary
American Association of Teachers of Italian (AATI)
Membership Chair
Treasurer
President
Treasurer
Frank Nuessel
Carol Chen-Lin
Vice President (University)
Board of Director Emeritus
Maria Rosaria Vitti Alexander
Chi-Wen Su
Vice President (K-12)
Executive Director
President Kathy Fegely
VICE PRESIDENT Mohamed Esa
Treasurer
Mark W. Himmelein
Executive Director Thomas Keith Cothrun
Gin-Chi Wuu Haiyan Fu
Baocai Jia
Natasha Pierce
Mario Costa
Secretary/Treasurer Salvatore Bancheri
Past President Antonio C. Vitti
Director of Communication Salvatore Bancheri
Lucy Lee
Yu-Lan Lin
Chinese Language Teachers Association (CLTA) President Janet Xing
Immediate Past President Chuanren Ke
American Association of Teachers of Japanese (AATJ)
Vice President
Co-President
Executive Director
Yasu-Hiko Tohsaku
Co-President
Derlin Chao
Yea-Fen Chen
Vice President/Secretary Motoko Tabuse
National Association of District Supervisors of Foreign Languages (NADSFL)
Vice President/Treasurer
President
Jessica Haxhi
Kurt Thompson
Fall Conference Director Nana Suzumura
Fall Conference Assistant Director Noriko Fujioka-Ito
Gregory Fulkerson Terri Hammatt
Ann Marie Gunter Desa Dawson Jon Valentine
National Network for Early Language Learning (NNELL) President
Jacque Bott Van Houten
Vice President Rita Oleksak
Secretary Treasurer Al Martino
Interim National Networking Coordinator Marcella Summerville
Advocacy Chair Tammy Dann
Executive Secretary Rebecca Fox
Past President Paula Patrick
Greta Lundgaard
Vice President Alyssa Villarreal
Secretary Jan Kucerik
Treasurer
Diane DeNoon
Executive Secretary Priscilla Russel
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SAT Subject Tests™ are the only high-school-level admission tests where students choose the subjects — in languages, science, math, literature or history — that showcase their achievements. SAT Subject Tests in Languages allow students to demonstrate their language skills and potentially place out of introductory language courses in college. Encourage students who have studied a language for two or more years to register for an SAT Subject Test. SAT Subject Tests are offered in these languages: • Chinese • French • German • Italian • Japanese
• Korean • Latin • Modern Hebrew • Spanish
Attend our session: Can Language Fluency Get Your Students into Their Dream College? Sunday, Nov. 18, 8–9 a.m. PA Convention Center, Room 119 A Stop by our booth and enter to win The Official Study Guide for all SAT Subject Tests™, including review for all language tests.
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Thank You ACTFL would like to thank all of our sponsors whose generous contributions and support help to promote the continued growth and visibility of language education during the ACTFL Annual Convention and throughout the year.
Convention Sponsors Argentina - National Institute of Tourism Promotion Arkansas Foreign Language Teachers Association Avant Assessment Beach Lloyd Publishers, LLC Better Chinese LLC Breaking the Barrier, Inc. Center for Applied Linguistics (CAL) Center for Open Educational Resources in Language Learning (COERLL), University of Texas at Austin Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) CHA Educational Tours ChinaSprout Chinese Online Corp., Ltd. ChineseCUBES CLE International The College Board CPI Spanish Immersion School, Costa Rica DJH City-Hostels in Cologne and Düsseldorf Edizioni Edilingua EF Education First EMC Publishing
Attendees:
Evia Learning Inc. Please try to stop by our sponsors’ booths and thank all of them for Expérience Fly Inc. their continued support of ACTFL and the language community. Explorica, Inc. Focus Publishing/R. Pullins Co., Inc Routledge/Taylor & Francis Group Georgetown University Press SANS, Inc (Exclusive Licensor of Sony Language Learning Systems) Hands-On Spanish Travel Santillana USA Publishing Co., Inc. Heinle Cengage Learning School Year Abroad Holt McDougal Shekinah Publishing IQChinese Corp. SpeakMandarin.com The Japan Foundation, Los Angeles Student Discoveries – Globus Family of JPT America, Inc. Brands Language Testing International, Inc. (LTI) TELL ME MORE Languages Canada/Langues Canada TPRS Publishing Inc. Livemocha Transparent Language MEP School Travel for Teens.com National Language Service Corps U.S. International Publishing, Inc. Nulu University of Maryland University College Outward Bound Costa Rica Vista Higher Learning Pearson Wayside Publishing PPP Company Limited World of Reading Ltd. Qatar Foundation International Yale University Press Real Language right away
American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages
We thank all of our Gold Corporate and Teacher of the Year sponsors.
EMC/Paradigm Publishing
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt/Holt McDougal
Pearson Prentice Hall
Vista Higher Learning
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How
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MLA
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you?
Promotes the study of language and literature Publishes your scholarship Hosts an annual convention where you can share your work Compiles the Job Information List Creates opportunities for scholarly interaction—look for the new MLA Commons in winter 2013
The Modern Language Association is a community of nearly 30,000 members dedicated to strengthening the study and teaching of language and literature. The MLA makes it possible for you to n n
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benefit from public outreach activities, including the popular MLA Language Map download the Academic Workforce Advocacy Kit, a tool for helping improve conditions for teachers and students read FAQs about MLA style
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subscriptions to PMLA and the MLA Newsletter
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read reports and surveys issued by the MLA on the job market, enrollments, evaluating scholarship, and the state of scholarly publishing
featuring the presidential theme Avenues of Access The largest gathering of teachers and scholars in the humanities now meets in January. Other changes include u
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regular Twitter updates during the convention
2013 members receive reduced rates and special discounts for the 2013 convention in Boston. Visit www.mla .org/convention for more information.
Follow the MLA Annual Convention on Twitter at www.twitter.com/mlaconvention.
Visit www.mla.org. E-mail
[email protected] to request a membership packet. Call 646 576-5151.
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2013 Call for Proposals submission deadline: theme:
Wednesday, January 9, 2013
New Spaces, New Realities: Learning Any Time, Any Place
The annual convention of the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) will be Friday, November 22 through Sunday, November 24, 2013 (Pre-Convention Workshops scheduled on Thursday, November 21) at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. The ACTFL Convention features more than 600 educational sessions covering a wide spectrum of the language profession. The ACTFL Convention is a national event bringing together more than 6,000 attendees from all languages, levels and assignments within the profession. The Call for Proposals is for all educational sessions of the convention program. The 2013 Program Committee is interested in proposals demonstrating innovative ways of teaching and learning in the 21st century. Please read the Submission Guidelines carefully before you begin the submission process. The selection process for proposals is designed to provide attendees with an exciting array of sessions and events to celebrate the value of language learning. We encourage all language educators to submit a proposal for consideration. To submit a proposal you must go to www.actfl.org and click on the 2013 Call for Proposals. You can only submit online. The deadline to submit a proposal is Wednesday, January 9, 2013. Late submissions will not be considered.
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General Information Welcome to the 2012 ACTFL Annual Convention and World Languages Expo in the vibrant city of Philadelphia, where history will surround you! Here you stand alongside more than 7,000 colleagues from across the country and all around the world. Take advantage of this golden opportunity to find inspiration to enhance your students’ classroom experience and network with other language educators. With more than 600 educational sessions, workshops, meetings, and special events awaiting you, ACTFL 2012 allows you the chance to learn about effective new programs and practices while interacting with colleagues in the language profession worldwide. Please note that the majority of the sessions, events, and exhibits will be held in the Pennsylvania Convention Center, with some meetings and special events being hosted in the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown. The location for all sessions and events in this Program Guide are listed: building, room—be sure to check both of these before heading to the events. Floor plans of the Convention Center and Philadelphia Marriott Downtown can be found on pages 21-26 of this booklet.
Registration Hours Registration is located in the Broad Street Atrium of the Pennsylvania Convention Center. If you pre-registered and have no problems with your registration, you may scan the unique barcode that is on your e-mail confirmation at a self-registration kiosk and pick up your badge and convention bag. Thursday, November 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. Friday, November 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Saturday, November 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Sunday, November 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m.
Exhibitor Workshops Exhibitor Workshops are located in Exhibit Halls D & E on Friday, November 16 and Saturday, November 17. These workshops are highlighted in the Daily Program and their session numbers start with “E”.
Name Badges Each attendee must wear the official ACTFL name badge at all times. Security personnel will be checking badges at the general session, Philadelphia exhibit hall entrance and meeting areas. This allows you to enter all sessions, exhibits, and non-ticketed events. Ticketed events require an admission ticket for entrance along with your convention badge. Anyone attending a ticketed event MUST also be registered for the convention and have a convention name badge. For your safety, it is recommended that you do not wear your badge when visiting local attractions. However, be sure to bring your badge with you around the city for discounts at participating restaurants and attractions.
Certificates of Attendance Attendees will be able to print out their personalized Certificate of Attendance at the kiosk located at Registration in the Broad Street Atrium of the Pennsylvania Convention Center.
Meeting Room Locations Meeting rooms in the Pennsylvania Convention Center are located on Level 1. The Opening General Session will be held in Terrace Ballroom 2-4 in the Pennsylvania Convention Center. Meeting rooms in the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown are located on Levels 3, 4 & 5. Floor plans are on pages 21-26 of this guide.
Exhibit Hall Hours The ACTFL World Languages Expo is located in Exhibit Halls D & E on Level 2 of the Pennsylvania Convention Center.
Friday, November 16
Special Dedicated Exhibit Times: 10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m.–1:15 p.m.
Saturday, November 17
Special Dedicated Exhibit Times: 9:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m., 12:30 p.m.–1:45 p.m., and 3:00 p.m.–4:30 p.m.
Sunday, November 18
Special Dedicated Exhibit Time: 9:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m.
10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Read more about the World Languages Expo beginning on page 161. 16 | ACTFL 2012 Program Guide
General Information Concessions
Convention Survey
Food concessions will be open daily in Exhibit Halls D & E for limited hours during the convention.
Participants are encouraged to offer feedback on the convention. ACTFL will e-mail the convention survey to all attendees after the convention. If you prefer to take this survey during the convention, there is a survey button on the main menu of the Mobile App. Each event in the Mobile App schedule has an survey option so you can also rate individual sessions, workshops, and presenters. The ACTFL Program Committee will use this information to ensure that the highquality sessions are maintained and continue to meet your needs.
Dining and Entertainment Information The Philadelphia Convention and Visitors Bureau has a counter in the main lobby area of the Pennsylvania Convention Center to assist you with questions about dining options, attractions and transportation needs.
Business Center
Coat Check ACTFL will be providing a coat check for $2 per item in the Broad Street Atrium Lobby on Friday and Saturday only from 7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
Mobile App
The FedEx Office Print & Ship Center is located in the Pennsylvania Convention Center on the 200 Level, between Exhibit Halls B & C. The hours of operation are 8:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m., Monday–Saturday.
Medical Assistance
Attendees can download the ACTFL 2012 mobile app for free onto their iPhone, iPad, Android, or smart phone! Just scan this QR code to download the app or enter www.tripbuilder. com/actfl2012apps into your phone’s browser. You can easily view the Schedule, Exhibitors, City Content, Instant Alerts and more. This year you can even rate the sessions that you attend!
The First Aid Office is located in Exhibit Hall D and is accessible from both the Exhibit Hall and Hallway outside of Hall D of the Pennsylvania Convention Center. Medical assistance is available Wednesday and Thursday from 7:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; Friday and Saturday from 7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.; and Sunday from 7:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
ACTFL Central
Program Changes and Notifications Changes to the program that were made prior to the start of Convention will be listed on the Addendum sheet, which is included in your convention bag. Any further changes that may occur during the convention will be communicated via the alert notification feature of the mobile app. Please remember to enable the push notifications features in the Settings section in the mobile app so that you will receive updates.
ACTFL Central is located in Exhibit Halls D & E of the Pennsylvania Convention Center. It is open Friday from 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m., Saturday from 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., and Sunday from 8:00 a.m.– 12:00 p.m. Stop by to purchase ACTFL publications and Discover Languages® products, learn about ACTFL programs and services, and view a demonstration of the newly redesigned ACTFL website. On Saturday, get expert career advice on topics like résumé-writing, the job search, and interview tips in a series of career miniworkshops conducted by a certified career coach.
Session Handouts
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Continuing Education Credits/Professional Development Units Participants are able to earn Professional Development Units (PDUs)/Continuing Education Units (CEUs) while attending pre- and post-convention workshops and convention sessions at ACTFL 2012. Since state and local requirements vary for CEU credit, convention participants need to check with their state or district for their exact requirements and filing procedures. ACTFL has been approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Education Division of Higher Education as an Approved Professional Education Provider under the Act 48 Continuing Professional Education Approved Provider Guidelines. Convention participants may print CEU forms to use in the ACTFL Registration area in the Broad Street Atrium. A separate form must be completed for EACH DAY for workshops/sessions that you attend. For later submission, list all information requested, sign the form and attach your convention badge or receipt to the form(s) as proof of attendance. PLEASE NOTE: ACTFL cannot guarantee that teachers will receive continuing education credits for participation in the convention. It is the teacher’s responsibility to comply with state, district, and local guidelines for obtaining such credits.
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Explanation of acronyms AAAL AACC AAPPL AATA AATF AATG AATI AATJ AATSP AAUSC ACE ACL ACTFL ACTR ADFL AP APLS CAL CALICO CALPER CARLA CASL CASLS CCNAA CCSSO CEFR CeLCAR CIA CIEE CLASS CLEAR CLTA CSCTFL DLI DoD ELP FBI FLAP FLEA FLES FLEX FSI IALLT IB
American Association for Applied Linguistics American Association of Community Colleges ACTFL Assessment Performance toward Proficiency in Languages American Association of Teachers of Arabic American Association of Teachers of French American Association of Teachers of German American Association of Teachers of Italian American Association of Teachers of Japanese American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese American Association of University Supervisors and Coordinators American Council on Education American Classical League American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages American Council of Teachers of Russian Association of Departments of Foreign Languages Advanced Placement Association of Proprietary Language Schools Center for Applied Linguistics Computer Assisted Learning Instruction Consortium Center for Advanced Language Proficiency Education and Research Center for Advanced Research on Language Acquisition Center for the Advanced Study of Languages Center for Applied Second Language Studies (Chinese) Coordination Council for North American Affairs Council of Chief State School Officers Common European Framework of Reference Center for Languages of the Central Asian Region Central Intelligence Agency Council on International Education Exchange Chinese Language Association of Secondary–Elementary Schools Center for Language Education and Research Chinese Language Teachers Association Central States Conference on the Teaching of Foreign Languages Defense Language Institute Department of Defense European Language Portfolio Federal Bureau of Investigation Foreign Language Assistance Program Foreign Language Exhibitors Association Foreign Language in the Elementary Schools Foreign Language Exploratory/Experience Programs Foreign Service Institute International Association of Language Learning Technologies International Baccalaureate
ILR Interagency Language Roundtable INTASC Interstate New Teacher Assessment and Support Consortium IPA Integrated Performance Assessment JNCL- Joint National Committee for Languages-National Council for NCLIS Languages and International Studies LARC Language Acquisition Resource Center LCTL Less Commonly Taught Language LLC Language Learning for Children SIG LTI Language Testing International MLA Modern Language Association MOPI Modified Oral Proficiency Interview (Workshop) NABE National Association for Bilingual Education NADSFL National Association of District Supervisors of Foreign Languages NAEP National Assessment of Educational Progress NALRC National African Language Resource Center NCACLS National Council of Associations of Chinese Language Schools NCATE National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education NCLRC National Capital Language Resource Center NCSSFL National Council of State Supervisors for Languages NEALRC National East Asian Language Resource Center NECTFL Northeast Conference on the Teaching of Foreign Languages NEH National Endowment for the Humanities NFLC National Foreign Language Center NFLRC National K-12 Foreign Language Resource Center/National Foreign Language Resource Center NFMLTA National Federation of Modern Language Teachers Associations NLRC National Language Resource Centers NMELRC National Middle Eastern Language Resource Center NNELL National Network for Early Language Learning NSA National Security Agency OPI Oral Proficiency Interview OPIc Oral Proficiency Interview–computer PNCFL Pacific Northwest Council for Languages PSMLA Pennsylvania State Modern Language Association SALRC South Asia Language Resource Center SCOLT Southern Conference on Language Teaching SEELRC Slavic and East European Language Resource Center SIG Special Interest Group (ACTFL) SWCOLT Southwest Conference on Language Teaching TPR Total Physical Response TPRS Teaching Proficiency through Reading and Storytelling UbD Understanding by Design WPT Writing Proficiency Test
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ThursDay Schedule-At-A-Glance 7:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. Registration Open
8:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Assembly of Delegates
9:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Pre-Convention Workshops
7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.
9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon H
Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 112 A/B
001
W02 ACTFL Writing Proficiency Guidelines Familiarization Workshop
ACTFL Assembly of Delegates/NADSFL/NCSSFL Breakfast
Sponsored by EF Education First
8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon I
002
ACTFL Teacher of the Year Interviews
8:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Franklin Hall 13
003
AATG Executive Council Meeting
Closed meeting of AATG’s Executive Council.
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon E
004
ACTFL Assembly of Delegates
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon J
005
ACTFL/NCATE Program Reviewer Training
9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 110 A/B
W01 ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI) Familiarization Workshop This workshop is intended to familiarize participants with the ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines–Speaking and with the Assessment Criteria, Rating Scale, and Interview Protocol of the ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI). Participants will view and review demonstration videotaped interviews conducted in English, practice rating language samples, and discuss the implications of the ACTFL Proficiency Scale and the OPI for establishing program goals, and for planning curriculum, instruction, and assessment. Presenter(s): Maria Teresa Garreton, Northeastern Illinois University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Intended as an introduction to the ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines–Writing (Revised 2001), this workshop introduces participants to the major and minor level descriptors and the criteria for assigning a global writing proficiency rating. Participants explore a variety of writing tasks across levels of proficiency, evaluate language samples based on the criteria as described in the Guidelines, and design appropriate writing activities and writing assessment prompts at the four major levels. Participants discuss the implications of the ACTFL Proficiency Scale for establishing program goals, and for planning curriculum, instruction, and assessment. Presenter(s): Bill L. Prince, Furman University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 115 A
W03 Focusing Assessment on Language Performance: What Can My Students Say, Understand, and Share? Basing assessment on the standards provides a road map to focus teachers’ learning targets and make them clear for students. Learn basic principles and experience step-by-step processes for designing tasks to evaluate interpretive, presentational, and interpersonal communication. Build repertoire for implementing formative and summative assessments and for providing feedback. Based on ACTFL’s publication, The Keys to Assessing Language Performance. Presenter(s): Laura Terrill Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
ACTFL Celebrates 30 Years of the OPI ACTFL celebrates 30 years of the ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI) in 2012. Developed in 1982, the OPI is now recognized within the United States and internationally as the standard for reliability and validity in the assessment of spoken language proficiency. The original 12 languages have expanded to 100 languages; annual tests have grown from 200 to 30,000. Find out more about the OPI at ACTFL Central in Exhibit Halls D & E.
Session descriptions and presenter information come directly from the submitter and is not entered by ACTFL. Information is accurate as of October 19, 2012.
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ThursDay November 15, 2012
Pre-Convention Workshops & Meetings
Thursday November 15, 2012
Pre-Convention Workshops & Meetings 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 113 A
Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 120 B
W04 Unlock Students’ Potential: Developing 21st Century Skills Using Emerging Technologies
W06 Advanced Placement (AP) French Language and Culture Workshop
Emerging technologies are reshaping possibilities for working, playing, living and learning in the 21st century, and offer world language teachers and students’ unprecedented access to linguistic and cultural resources from around the world. Participants will explore techniques and technologies for integrating the World Languages 21st Century Skills Map into their curriculum. This map provides lesson examples informed by the National Standards for Learning Languages and ACTFL’s Proficiency Levels. Learn how students can develop and apply communication, collaboration, critical thinking, creativity, and media literacy skills to create content, practice communication, and work in teams. Participants will evaluate examples across languages and levels, becoming familiar with technologies that support student performance in the three communication modes. Laptop/tablet recommended.
In this College Board workshop, participants will engage in a professional exchange of ideas surrounding the revised AP French Language and Culture course. Participants will examine components of the AP curriculum framework including learning objectives, descriptions of expected student performance and themes. They will discuss instructional design for the course that integrates cultural content into language lessons and connects the modes of communication in meaningful ways. Participants will also examine the 2012 Free Response Questions, scoring guidelines, and related samples. Portions of this workshop will be conducted in French. This workshop is limited to 35 participants.
Presenter(s): Lauren B. Rosen, University of Wisconsin; Barbara Lindsey, University of Connecticut; Cherice Montgomery, Brigham Young University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 120 A
W05 Advanced Placement (AP) Chinese Language and Culture Workshop In this College Board workshop, participants will engage in a professional exchange of ideas surrounding the AP Chinese Language and Culture course. Participants will examine the 2012 Free Response Questions, scoring guidelines, and related samples. Participants will discuss appropriate classroom materials, learn techniques and content-specific strategies that can be incorporated into the AP classroom to help students prepare to be successful in their AP coursework, consider AP curriculum and syllabus development, and become acquainted with resources to support AP teachers. Portions of this workshop will be conducted in Chinese. This workshop is limited to 35 participants. Presenter(s): Jianhua Bai, Kenyon College Sponsor(s): ACTFL, The College Board Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Grades 6-12 Language of Presentation: English, Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
Presenter(s): Davara Potel, Solon High School Sponsor(s): ACTFL, The College Board Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Grades 6-12 Language of Presentation: English, French Applicable Language(s): French
9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 120 C
W07 Advanced Placement (AP) German Language and Culture Workshop In this College Board workshop, participants will engage in a professional exchange of ideas surrounding the revised AP German Language and Culture course. Participants will examine components of the AP curriculum framework including learning objectives, descriptions of expected student performance and themes. They will discuss instructional design for the course that integrates cultural content into language lessons and connects the modes of communication in meaningful ways. Participants will also examine the 2012 Free Response Questions, scoring guidelines, and related samples. Portions of this workshop will be conducted in German. This workshop is limited to 35 participants. Presenter(s): Linda Zins-Adams, Highlands High School Sponsor(s): ACTFL, The College Board Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Grades 6-12 Language of Presentation: English, German Applicable Language(s): German
9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 121 A
W08 Advanced Placement (AP) Italian Language and Culture Workshop
Session Handouts in the ACTFL Online Community Presenters are being encouraged to upload their handouts in the Resources section of the ACTFL Online Community at community.actfl.org.
In this College Board workshop, participants will engage in a professional exchange of ideas surrounding the revised AP Italian Language and Culture course. Participants will examine components of the AP curriculum framework including learning objectives, descriptions of expected student performance and themes. They will discuss instructional design for the course that integrates cultural content into language lessons and connects the modes of communication in meaningful ways. Participants will also examine the 2012 Free Response Questions, scoring guidelines, and related samples. Portions of this workshop will be conducted in Italian. This workshop is limited to 35 participants. Presenter(s): Ida Wilder, Greece Athena High School, NY Sponsor(s): ACTFL, The College Board Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Grades 6-12 Language of Presentation: English, Italian Applicable Language(s): Italian
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9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 121 B
Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 121 C
W09 Advanced Placement (AP) Japanese Language and Culture Workshop
W11 Advanced Placement (AP) Spanish Language Workshop
In this College Board workshop, participants will engage in a professional exchange of ideas surrounding the AP Japanese Language and Culture course. Participants will examine 2012 Free Response Questions, scoring guidelines, and related samples. Participants will discuss appropriate classroom materials, learn techniques and content-specific strategies that can be incorporated into the AP classroom to help students prepare to be successful in their AP coursework, consider AP curriculum and syllabus development, and become acquainted with resources to support AP teachers. Portions of this workshop will be conducted in Japanese. This workshop is limited to 35 participants.
In this College Board workshop, participants will engage in a professional exchange of ideas surrounding the AP Spanish Language course. Participants will examine 2012 Free Response Questions, scoring guidelines, and related samples. Participants will discuss appropriate classroom materials, learn techniques and content-specific strategies that can be incorporated into the AP classroom to help students prepare to be successful in their AP coursework, consider AP curriculum and syllabus development, and become acquainted with resources to support AP teachers. Participants will also have an opportunity to examine components of the AP curriculum framework for the future AP Spanish Language and Culture including learning objectives, descriptions of expected student performance and themes. This session will focus on the current exam with a minimum of 20% of the session devoted to the upcoming AP Spanish Language and Culture course and examination. Portions of this workshop will be conducted in Spanish. This workshop is limited to 35 participants.
Presenter(s): Motoko Tabuse, Eastern Michigan University Sponsor(s): ACTFL, The College Board Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Grades 6-12 Language of Presentation: English, Japanese Applicable Language(s): Japanese
9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 126 B
W10 Advanced Placement (AP) Latin Workshop In this College Board workshop, participants will engage in a professional exchange of ideas surrounding the revised AP Latin course. Participants will examine components of the AP Curriculum Framework including learning objectives, descriptions of expected student performance, the new reading list, terminology, and themes and essential questions. Participants will also discuss appropriate classroom materials, learn techniques and content-specific strategies that can be incorporated into the AP classroom to help students prepare to be successful in their AP coursework, consider AP curriculum and syllabus development, and become acquainted with resources to support AP teachers. They will also examine sample questions for multiple choice and free response sections of the exam. This workshop is limited to 35 participants. Presenter(s): Teresa Kawamata, Loyola High School Sponsor(s): ACTFL, The College Board Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Grades 6-12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Latin
Don’t Miss the Opening General Session
Presenter(s): Laura Zinke, McClintock High School Sponsor(s): ACTFL, The College Board Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Grades 6-12 Language of Presentation: English, Spanish Applicable Language(s): Spanish
9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 122 A
W12 Advanced Placement (AP) Spanish Literature and Culture Workshop In this College Board workshop, participants will engage in a professional exchange of ideas surrounding the revised AP Spanish Literature and Culture course. Participants will examine components of the AP Curriculum Framework including learning objectives, descriptions of expected student performance, the reading list, literary terms, and themes and essential questions. They will discuss models of instructional design for the course that use the themes and essential questions to make comparisons across literary periods and genres. Participants will also discuss appropriate classroom materials, learn techniques and content-specific strategies that can be incorporated into the AP classroom to help students prepare to be successful in their AP coursework, consider AP curriculum and syllabus development, and become acquainted with resources to support AP teachers. They will also examine sample questions for multiple choice and free response sections of the exam. Portions of this workshop will be conducted in Spanish. This workshop is limited to 35 participants. Presenter(s): Raul Rodriguez, Manhattan College Sponsor(s): ACTFL, The College Board Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Grades 6-12 Language of Presentation: English, Spanish Applicable Language(s): Spanish
Please join us for the opening event of the 2012 Annual Convention where ACTFL President Dave McAlpine will welcome attendees and honor the winner of the 2013 ACTFL National Language Teacher of the Year award. We’ll also hear from our keynote speaker, Dr. K. David Harrison. Be sure to attend this exciting event Friday, November 16, 8:30 a.m.–10:00 a.m. in the Terrace Ballroom 2-4 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center.
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ThursDay November 15, 2012
Pre-Convention Workshops & Meetings
Thursday November 15, 2012
Pre-Convention Workshops & Meetings 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 113 B/C
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 117
W13 Parlons Chanson: Embassy of France Immersion Workshop
W16 K–8 Oral Proficiency Assessment (ELLOPA and SOPA) Workshop
In all languages, songs possess the power to awaken emotions, elicit ideas and provoke discussion. Their use of melody, rhythm and repetition makes them eminently memorable. They also provide access to a variety of cultures and eras, and they are the most accessible form of literature. As such, songs are a perfect pedagogical tool. Using songs as documents provides the opportunity to work on oral comprehension and written comprehension, as well as oral expression.
This workshop will familiarize participants with the Center for Applied Linguistics’ K–8 oral proficiency assessments, ELLOPA and SOPA, and provide a model for developing assessments for their own programs. Presenters will use interactive presentations, demonstrations, and hands-on practice with sample proficiency tasks and rating rubrics.
Presenter(s): Christine Busson-Camara, CAVILAM Sponsor(s): Embassy of France Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: French Applicable Language(s): French
Presenter(s): Lynn E. Thompson, Center for Applied Linguistics; Na Liu, Center for Applied Linguistics Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 8 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 109 B
Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 111 B
W14 Spanish Contemporary Cinema: Embassy of Spain Immersion Workshop
W17 Using Comprehensible Input in the K–16 Arabic Classroom
Spanish contemporary movies, as a reflection of deep social and political developments in the recent history of Spain, present very distinctive features and topics. Although most Spanish films are very personal and intimate—many directors also act as screenwriters—they also seek to please mass audiences. This workshop will include an overview of Spanish cinema topics and genres through the last decades, with special attention to Pedro Almodóvar, and attendants will be provided with a great variety of practical activities and interesting recipes for exploitation of short films and movie clips in the classroom. This workshop will be conducted in Spanish.
This workshop will introduce the features of Comprehensible Input, a high-leverage practice (HLP) identified as a key component in foreign language teacher preparation (e.g., Davin & Donato, 2011). Participants will analyze classroom examples from one Arabic instructor and design activities using Comprehensible Input.
Presenter(s): Jesús M. Alvarez-González, Education Office – Consulate of Spain Sponsor(s): Embassy of Spain Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: Spanish Applicable Language(s): Spanish
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 116
W15 Getting Your Students from Novice to Intermediate to Advanced: What Does It Take? This workshop provides an overview of the ACTFL Oral Proficiency Rating Scale and description of the functions, contexts/contents area, discourse type and accuracy features appropriate to each level. Participants discuss the curricular implications of the proficiency scale and explore strategies and activities that enable students to cross proficiency level borders. Presenter(s): Chantal Thompson, Brigham Young University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Presenter(s): Francis J. Troyan and Myriam Abdel-Malek, University of Pittsburgh Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Arabic
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 118 A
W18 Foreign Languages for Everyone: Including Students with Learning Disabilities This workshop, for any language or class level, focuses on helping all students achieve optimal language learning, especially those with learning disabilities. Participants analyze a struggling student and learn strategies to help that student. The workshop will define learning disabilities, review research, and explain a pedagogical approach for at-risk students.
Presenter(s): Irene Brouwer Konyndyk, Calvin College Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Submit a Proposal for ACTFL 2013 Visit the ACTFL website (www.actfl.org) to submit a proposal for a session at next year’s ACTFL Annual Convention and World Languages Expo in Orlando, FL, November 22–24, 2013. Deadline is January 9, 2013.
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9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
12:00 p.m. – 1:15 p.m.
Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 119 A
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon H
W19 Cultivating Creativity Through Interactive Strategies
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This workshop will explore startegies that develop students’ ability to apply tools of creativity, such as brainstorming, problem-solving, making predictions, designing, metaphorical thinking, and visualizing. Experience a range of activities and games that require varying degrees of preparation and leave with templates and tools that facilitate innovation and critical thinking. Presenter(s): Deborah W. Espitia, Howard County Public School System; Leslie Grahn, Office of World Languages Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Pre-K – Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 115 B/C
W20 Starting and Growing an Immersion Program This workshop provides an in-depth discussion of the decisions involved with planning a new immersion program or expanding an existing program beyond the primary grades. The presenters, drawn from a variety of program types, will review many of the decisions program planners must make such as program model, subjects taught in the immersion language, types of staff to be hired, and literacy instruction in English and the target language. Presenters will also share their regarding staffing, instructional materials, and parent/community outreach. Presenter(s): Myriam Met; Michael Bacon, Portland Public Schools; Sandra Talbot, Utah State Office of Education; Christina Burton, Global Village Academy Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Pre-K – Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 118 C
W21 Engaging Students Through German Music Music inspires German students of all ages. This workshop will focus on how German songs—from pop to hip-hop, rap to classical, heavy metal to lullaby—can be used to engage students in language instruction. Participants will learn how to present grammatical concepts and explore cultural concepts through music. Conducted in German. Presenter(s): Mohamed Esa, McDaniel College; Ingrid Zeller, Northwestern University; Charles J. James, University of Wisconsin-Madison Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: German Applicable Language(s): German
9:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Franklin Hall 10
006
ACTFL OPI Norming Meeting
For certified OPI trainers only.
11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 118 B
007
CLTA Steering Committee Meeting
ACTFL Assembly of Delegates/NADSFL/NCSSFL Luncheon
Sponsored by The College Board
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 116
W22 Getting Your Students from Advanced to Superior: What Does It Take? This workshop provides an overview of the ACTFL Oral Proficiency Rating Scale and description of the functions, contexts/contents area, discourse type and accuracy features appropriate to each level. Participants discuss the curricular implications of the proficiency scale and explore strategies and activities that enable students to cross proficiency-level borders. Presenter(s): Chantal Thompson, Brigham Young University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 111 A
W23 How to Write the ACTFL/NCATE Program Report This workshop will prepare foreign language teacher education programs to write their ACTFL/NCATE Program Report as they seek national NCATE recognition. Participants will examine the program standards, the program report template, and sample assessments. Hands-on activities will focus on the types of assessments and data that can demonstrate achievement of the standards. Presenter(s): Rebecca Fox, George Mason University; Nathan Bond, Texas State University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 111 B
W24 Establishing a Standards-based Arabic Program: Meeting the Needs of Arabic Students This workshop is designed to provide current and prospective teachers of Arabic at the K–12 level with strategies to implement a standards-based and proficiencyfocused curriculum. Presenters will discuss strategies to differentiate input for instructional content, process and products for all students to experience success. Presenters will discuss the Arabic standards of learning, the ACTFL Proficiency Scale, and the findings of the Arabic consensus project. The ACTFL Assessment for Performance toward Proficiency of Languages for Arabic (AAPPL-Arabic) will be demonstrated, and teacher professional development related to classroom assessment and portfolio development presented. Presenter(s): Wafa Hassan, Michigan State University; Muhammad Eissa, Eissa & Associates, Inc. Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Pre-K – Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English, Arabic Applicable Language(s): Arabic
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ThursDay November 15, 2012
Pre-Convention Workshops & Meetings
Thursday November 15, 2012
Pre-Convention Workshops & Meetings 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 115 B/C
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
W25 Effective Instruction in K-6 Immersion Programs
W28 Increasing Majors in Your Language Program
This workshop focuses on instructional strategies used by effective immersion teachers. In addition to examining theory and research, the workshop will provide videos of classrooms across program models and languages that will show examples of real teachers in real classrooms implementing the strategies discussed. Participants will have extended opportunities to discuss their own experiences as immersion teachers or administrators, as well as to explore questions and issues related to their own instructional settings.
Learn how to strategically promote, defend, and design your college language program to assure success. The presenters will detail highly successful initiatives that have greatly increased language majors. Learn specific advocacy strategies and develop a ready-to-use action plan for your program. Applicable to all languages; conducted in English.
Presenter(s): Myriam Met; Michael Bacon, Portland Public Schools; Tara Fortune, University of Minnesota; Ofelia Wade, Utah State Office of Education Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Pre-K – Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 117
W26 Increasing Language Proficiency at the Postsecondary Level Using Flagship Principles The workshop will familiarize participants with the required components of the Flagship programs that are designed to produce graduates at the Superior level of proficiency on the ACTFL scale. Flagship Directors will outline the successful aspects of their programs and engage participants in discussions about how to implement similar components in their programs. Audience members will create a plan for their departments that will include the Flagship components of integrating proficiency assessment, content-based instruction, effective summer and academic year overseas study components, and maximizing overseas language acquisition through internships. Presenter(s): Dianna Murphy, University of Wisconsin-Madison; Mahmoud M. Al-Batal, The University of Texas, Austin; Sandra Freels, Portland State University; Carl D. Falsgraf, Center for Applied Second Language Studies (CASLS); Dana S. Bourgerie, Brigham Young University; Dan E. Davidson, American Councils/ACTR; Maria Lekic, American Councils for International Education Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 118 A
W27 Articulating K–16 Chinese Curriculum Through Task-based Instruction This hands-on workshop seeks to investigate effective ways of implementing task-based instruction (TBI) into the classroom using case studies in two K–12 and two higher education institutions. The workshop is divided into three parts: a brief review of the theoretical framework, hands-on activities that engage the audience in designing a task-based activity, and a discussion of issues of articulation in the Chinese curriculum between K–12 and collegiate level. Presenter(s): Carolyn Kunshan Lee, Duke University; Hsin-Hsin Liang, University of Virginia; Julia Kessel, New Trier Township High School; Piling Chiu, Naperville North High School Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English, Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
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Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 118 C
Presenter(s): Astrid Klocke, Northern Arizona University; Alain-Philippe Durand, University of Arizona Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon D
009
NNELL Board Meeting
1:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 123
010
AATJ Board Meeting
1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon B/C
011
NADSFL Annual Meeting
1:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon A
012
NCSSFL Business Meeting
3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon K
013
Standards Collaborative Board Meeting
3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon L
014
ACTFL Special Interest Group (SIG) Chairs Meeting
5:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon L
015
Language Acquisition Resource Center’s Advisory Council Meeting
6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 118 B
016
CLTA Board Meeting
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French in Action
Saturday, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 4
A Beginning Course in Language and Culture: The Capretz Method, Third Edition, Part 1
pierre capretz, with barry lydgate, béatrice abetti, and marie odile-germain
10:00-10:50
Encounters
cynthia y. ning and john s. montanaro
1:00-1:50
annabelle dolidon and norma lópez-burton
À la rencontre du cinéma français Analyse, genre, histoire r.-j. berg
Héritages francophones Enquêtes interculturelles
jean-claude redonnet, ronald st. onge, susan st. onge, and julianna nielsen
greek
Learn to Read Greek Textbooks and Workbooks
andrew keller and stephanie russell
po rtu g u e s e
Bom Dia, Brasil 3a edição de Português Básico para Estrangeiros
rejane de oliveira slade; revised by marta almeida and elizabeth jackson
Kunterbunt und kurz geschrieben
Being a Language Teacher norma lópez-burton
www.EncountersChinese.com
Cours de conversation en français
jennifer redmann
barry lydgate
Chinese Language and Culture
french
Schreiben lernen pennylyn dykstra-pruim and
11:00-11:50
French in Action
Tu sais quoi?!
2:00-2:50 Innovative German Textbooks
Encounters cynthia y. ning
arabic
An Introduction to Spoken Standard Arabic A Conversational Course on DVD, Part 1
shukri b. abed with arwa sawan forthcoming
Part 2
Ahlan wa Sahlan
Functional Modern Standard Arabic for Beginners, Second Edition mahdi alosh; revised by allen clark forthcoming
Intermediate Text, Second Edition
Arabic for Life A Textbook for Beginning Arabic bassam k. frangieh
Shou fi ma fi? Intermediate Levantine Arabic rajaa chouairi
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Pronti ... Via! Beginning Italian daniela melis
james pfrehm
russian
german
Schreiben lernen
forthcoming
A Writing Guide for Learners of German
Russian Full Circle A First Year Russian Textbook donna oliver with edie furniss
pennylyn dykstra-pruim and jennifer redmann
The Meek One: A Fantastic Story
Kunterbunt und kurz geschrieben
An Annotated Russian Reader
fyodor dostoevsky; edited by julia titus; illustrations by kristen robinson
s pa n i s h
james pfrehm
Jenseits der Stille A German Reader
An Introduction to Spanish for Health Care Workers Communication and Culture, Fourth Edition
An Interactive German Reader
caroline link; edited by marion gehlker and birte christ
chinese
robert o. chase and clarisa b. medina de chase
Learning Chinese
Fundamentos teóricos y prácticos de historia de la lengua española
julian k. wheatley
eva núñez méndez
Sonidos en contexto
Una introducción a la fonética del español con especial referencia a la vida real
A Foundation Course in Mandarin, Elementary Level forthcoming
Intermediate Level
methods forthcoming
Being a Language Teacher norma lópez-burton
terrell a. morgan
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7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Registration Open 7:15 a.m. – 8:15 a.m. ACTFL Orientation and Welcome First Time Attendees
8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Opening General Session
Join us at ACTFL 2012 Philadelphia, PA Nov. 16-18
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. World Languages Expo Opening Coffee with Exhibitors
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10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. World Languages Expo 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Educational Sessions and Film Screening by Keynote Speaker K. David Harrison 12:00 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. Lunch Break/Free Time for Exhibit Hall Visit 1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Educational Sessions 2:15 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Free Time for Exhibit Hall Visit
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2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Educational Sessions 3:30 p.m. – 3:45 p.m. Free Time for Exhibit Hall Visit 3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Educational Sessions and ACTFL Plenary Session
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Friday November 16, 2012
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Friday
Many Languages: One United Voice
ACTFL Congratulates The Regional FinalisTs FoR The
ACTFL NATIONAL LANGUAGE TEACHER OF THE YEAR AWARD PROGRAM EMC/PARADIGM PUbLISHING, HOUGHTON MIFFLIN HARCOURT/HOLT MCDOUGAL, PEARSON PRENTICE HALL, AND VISTA HIGHER LEARNING
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Jill Woerner
Lucy Lee
Leslie L. boaz
Thomas Soth
Noah Geisel
Pendleton Heights Middle School
Livingston High School
Wheatland High School
Pendleton, IN
Wheatland, WY
Northwest Guilford High School
Denver East High School
Livingston, NJ Northeast Conference on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (NECTFL)
Greensboro, NC
Southwest Conference on Language Teaching (SWCOLT)
Central States Conference on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (CSCTFL)
Pacific Northwest Council for Languages (PNCFL)
Southern Conference on Language Teaching (SCOLT)
Denver, CO
The 2013 AcTfl National language Teacher of the Year will be announced at the Opening General Session on friday, November 16 at 8:30 a.m.-10:00 a.m. in the Pennsylvania convention center, Terrace Ballroom 2-4.
FRIday, November 16, 2012
8:30 a.m.–10:00 a.m. (Doors open at 8:00 a.m.) Pennsylvania Convention Center, Terrace Ballroom 2-4
ACTFL Opening General Session Please join us for this opening event of the 2012 ACTFL Annual Convention where ACTFL President Dave McAlpine will welcome attendees and honor the 2013 winner of the ACTFL National Language Teacher of the Year. This award is sponsored by EMC/Paradigm Publishing, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt/Holt McDougal, Pearson Prentice Hall, and Vista Higher Learning.
Dr. K. David Harrison
Keynote speaker Dr. K. David Harrison is currently serving as a professor of linguistics at Swarthmore College and has completed extensive research on language extinction. He also co-founded and serves as Director of Research for the Living Tongues Institute for Endangered Languages, a non-profit foundation that strives to advocate for the documentation, preservation, and revitalization of endangered languages. Dr. Harrison has published numerous books on the subject and was highlighted in a documentary called The Linguists, which featured hands-on linguistic field work from around the world. After his opening address, Dr. Harrison will be signing two of his recent books. Presiding: Dave C. McAlpine, University of Arkansas
7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon F
017 NADSFL-NCSSFL General Assembly Breakfast 7:15 a.m. – 8:15 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 126 B
018 ACTFL Convention Orientation and Welcome This session will provide tips on how to find information in the Convention Program Guide and help you become familiar with the highlights and events during the convention. First-time attendees are especially encouraged to attend to get the maximum benefit from the convention. Presenter(s): Bridget E. Yaden, Pacific Lutheran University; Thomas Sauer, Fayette County Public Schools; Mary Lynn B. Redmond, Wake Forest University; Jocelyn Raught, Cactus Shadows High School
10:00 a.m. – 10:50 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 1
E01 Reading: The New Ketchup Move over ketchup! There is a new elixir that makes vocabulary, content and culture go down a lot easier: Reading! Reading is one of the most under-utilized tools language teachers have to accelerate acquisition and boost student engagement. Discover powerful strategies that will increase comprehension, improve accuracy, and leave students wanting MORE! Attendees will receive a coupon for a FREE leveled reader of your choice, redeemable at TPRS booth #1213. Presenter(s): Carol Gaab, TPRS Publishing Sponsor(s): TPRS Publishing Inc. Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
10:00 a.m. – 10:50 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 2
10:00 a.m. – 10:50 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 3
E02 Step Up with Chinese: New High School Series Makes Learning Chinese Less Daunting
E03 Modern Chinese: A Fresh New Way to Teach College Students
Presenters will introduce a new Introductory Chinese textbook series that has been designed specifically for U.S. high school students with little or no previous experience with the language. Highly user-friendly and task-centered, Step Up develops all four language skills while incorporating the 5 Cs. The step-by-step approach and spiraling design makes it very easy for students to follow. The program also makes a deliberate effort to integrate culture into the texts, visuals and activities. Come learn more from the people behind this ground-breaking textbook series. Presenter(s): Lucy Lee, Livingston High School; Janice Dowd; Carol Chen-Lin, Choate Rosemary Hall; Dali Tan, Landon School Sponsor(s): Heinle, a part of Cengage Learning Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Chinese
Make learning Chinese fun and engaging with a new, standards-based college textbook—Modern . Experience the innovative Chinese lesson-story approach, clear grammar instruction, and multimedia components through two case studies at the college and high school levels. See the interactive online lessons and workbooks for recording students’ spoken Chinese. Mr. Masuda, Stanford STARTALK program’s world language instructor will share his insights about developing and using Modern Chinese for today’s classroom. Presenter(s): James Lin and Fiona Lee, Better Chinese LLC; Norman T. Masuda, World Language Instructor Sponsor(s): Better Chinese LLC Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Chinese
Visit the Exhibit Hall The ACTFL World Languages Expo is located in Exhibit Halls D & E of the Pennsylvania Convention Center. The Expo is open Friday, 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.; Saturday 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; and Sunday 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Come visit our more than 250 exhibitors offering information on the latest education products, services and technologies for language education.
Session descriptions and presenter information come directly from the submitter and is not entered by ACTFL. Information is accurate as of October 19, 2012.
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Friday November 16, 2012
Daily Program
Friday November 16, 2012
Daily Program
FRIday, November 16, 2012
10:00 a.m. – 10:50 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 4
10:00 a.m. – 10:50 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 5
11:00 a.m. – 11:50 a.m.
E04 Descubre el Español: Elementary Students Learn Spanish Through Cultural Adventures
E05 Real Language Right Away!
E06 The Ideal Lesson: Ten Steps to Total Fluency
Presenters from the Avery Coonley School have developed an innovative approach to language instruction. Through their conversational model, students are able to have a meaningful exchange in the target language right away. Their activities serve as a foundation for an elementary and middle school language program and support high school programs as well.
“Descubre el español” through a brand-new, K–5 Spanish FLES program. Children experience an exciting journey through 20 countries while acquiring language in contextualized cultural contents, presented through traditional print and state-of-the art technology resources. Contentrich opportunities offer linguistic and cultural components in a non-threatening, motivational, technology-rich, fun environment. Presenter(s): Mario Nuñez, Santillana USA Sponsor(s): Santillana USA Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 8 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish
Presenter(s): Elizabeth Roberts and Denise Clivaz, Avery Coonley School Sponsor(s): Real Language Right Away Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E
020 ACTFL Welcome Coffee
CFP: Fourth International Conference on the Development and Assessment of Intercultural Competence January 23-26, 2014 Tucson, Arizona Preparing and Supporting K-16 Language Teachers to Teach for Intercultural Competence in and beyond the Classroom Deadline for submission of proposals for papers (including online papers), symposia, posters and workshops: April 1, 2013 The complete call details are at http://tinyurl.com/9p4ew2v
at The University of Arizona cercll.arizona.edu
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Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 1
In this session, John Conner, Spanish teacher at Groton School and author of the acclaimed Breaking the Barrier series, leads participants through 10 activities guaranteed to make classes more productive and exciting. Video clips of his own students will be shown, and the ideas presented can be used in your classroom the very next day. John will also give attendees a quick look at the new iPad version of his Spanish texts. Presenter(s): John Conner, Groton School Sponsor(s): Breaking the Barrier Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): French, Spanish
FRIday, November 16, 2012
11:00 a.m. – 11:50 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 2
11:00 a.m. – 11:50 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 4
E07 Impact of Authentic Materials and Technology on Language Student Success
E09 Outils numériques: du manuel à la matrice
Learn how to incorporate language learning technology and authentic materials into your classroom and class plans. Partnering these two elements together provides students with culturally accurate education within a multimedia environment. Learn how cultural texts, current events, videos, real-world situations and scenarios, and native speakers deliver creditability and relevance to the learning process. Technology helps the learning process, making learning interactive, engaging, self-paced and fun! Presenter(s): Mani Minassian, Tell Me More Sponsor(s): Tell Me More Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Chinese, ESL/ESOL, French, German, Italian, Spanish
11:00 a.m. – 11:50 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 3
E08 Best Practices for Elementary School Language Programs: A Collaborative Model Learn best practices from the collaboration between CAL and Winnetka Public Schools to redesign its elementary school language program to become a state-of-the-art, articulated, proficiency-focused model. Information and tips from the district and CAL about program review, curriculum revision, and proficiency testing will be shared to inform your program enhancements. Presenter(s): Nancy Rhodes, Center for Applied Linguistics; Trisha Kocanda and Alisa Shapiro, Winnetka Public Schools Sponsor(s): Center for Applied Linguistics Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 8 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): French, Spanish
A travers des exemples de nouveautés éditoriales publiées par CLE International nous explorerons les différentes fonctionnalités offertes par l’outil numérique en nous appuyant sur le contenu des ouvrages présentés et leur démarche méthodologique. Presenter(s): Bruno Lombard, CLE International/ FDLM Sponsor(s): CLE International/FDLM Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: French Applicable Language(s): French
11:00 a.m. – 11:50 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 5
E10 Sneak Peek! ABRIENDO PASO and AP* SPANISH Digital Editions ©2014 Count on Pearson to be ready with outstanding support as you prepare for the new AP Spanish Language and Culture Examination. Get a first look at the new ABRIENDO PASO and AP* SPANISH texts by José Díaz. Plus get a preview of the amazing Digital Courses that will accompany each program including auto-graded grammar, reading, and listening activities plus tools for speaking and writing. * AP is a registered trademark of the College Board, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse this product.
Presenter(s): Cathy Wilson, Pearson Sponsor(s): Pearson Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon A
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon B/C
022 Learn with NADSFL—Collecting Evidence of What Learners CAN DO in the TL This presentation focuses on how students, in any language and anywhere, may collaborate to record the evidence of their language learning using simple technology tools and Web 2.0. In an interactive session, ideas will be exchanged about using technology to help students practice and collect evidence of their learning. Presenter(s): Alisha Dawn Samples, Lexington School District One Sponsor(s): NADSFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon D
023 Study Abroad and ClassroomBased Research: Culture, Pragmatics, and Intercultural Adjustment Presenters in this panel will share the findings of recent research studies on pragmatics, intercultural adjustment potential, and perceptions of culture in study abroad and classroom settings. Discussion and questions are encouraged following the presentation of each paper in the panel. Varying Perceptions of What Constitutes “Culture” in the Language Classroom (Ramos-Garcia); Enhancing Language Learning and Pragmatic Competence in Short-Term Study Abroad (Hernandez); Assessing Intercultural Adjustment Potential Skills for Study Abroad Programs (Matsuzawa and Rivera). Presenter(s): Victoria Russell (Chair), Valdosta State University; Maria Teresa Ramos-Garcia, South Dakota State University; Todd A. Hernandez, Marquette University; Chie Matsuzawa and Gladys Rivera, U.S. Naval Academy Sponsor(s): ACTFL Research SIG Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): All
021 Lead With NCSSFL: Can-Do Learning, Part I During part 1 of this double session, participants will learn about the origins and components of the LinguaFolio® self-assessment portfolio, applicable to world languages, heritage languages, and English for speakers of other languages. This session will focus on teacher and learner roles in performance-based learning and assessment. Presenter(s): Jacque Bott Van Houten, Kentucky Department of Education; Ryan Wertz, Ohio Department of Education Sponsor(s): NCSSFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Learn More About the All-New ACTFL.org ACTFL’s website (www.actfl.org) has recently been completely redesigned and updated. There will be an ongoing demo of all the new features at ACTFL Central during the convention. Come learn more about our online presence and how it serves ACTFL members.
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Friday November 16, 2012
Daily Program 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon J
024 Best of CSCTFL: Whachamacallits and Thingamajigs—Saying What You Mean Circumlocution in beginning classes? Absolutely! To communicate in the target language, students need strategies to be successful. By combining key vocabulary with higher order thinking skills, this streamlined approach to circumlocution enables students to express their ideas even when they don’t know exactly what to say. It’s practical and fun. Presenter(s): Joe Moore, International Cultural Center Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon L
025 ACTFL Immersion SIG Business Meeting 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 101
026 NNELL Regional and State Representatives Meeting 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 102 B
027 Effective Use of Web 2.0 Tools in Arabic Instruction This session focuses on the different ways that interactive web tools can be used to enhance students’ learning of the Arabic language. Participants will learn different ways of integrating these tools in their own classrooms and will view examples of how students used them in Arabic language classrooms. Presenter(s): Oraib Mango, California State University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English, Arabic Applicable Language(s): Arabic
Support Our Sponsors Please try to stop by our sponsors’ booths in the World Languages Expo and thank all of them for their continued support of ACTFL and the foreign language community. A list of sponsors appears on p. 13.
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FRIday, November 16, 2012
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 103 A
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 104 A
028 Defining and Testing Proficient Reading
031 Successful iPad Classroom for Lesson Delivery, In-Class Activities, and Self-Study
The 2012 ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines describe five base levels of reading proficiency (Distinguished, Superior, Advanced, Intermediate, and Novice). This session will describe how the results obtained from a criterion-referenced test development project are validating the difficulty hierarchy described in the Reading guidelines. Presenter(s): Troy L. Cox and Ray Clifford, Brigham Young University; Pardee Lowe Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 103 B
029 Behind the Camera: Film for Language Development and Language Awareness Drawing on insights from second language acquisition and teaching, the authors present ideas for using cinematic scenes to work on grammar, vocabulary, and discourse cohesion as well as activities for developing fluency and skill. Additionally, film (re)making projects are proposed as valid measures of language development and language awareness. Presenter(s): Stacey Ann Weber-Feve, Iowa State University; Wynne Wong, Ohio State University; Bill VanPatten, Michigan State University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 103 C
030 Four 21st Century Skills Your Students Need Revitalize lessons by integrating the 21st Century World Languages Skills Map. Analyze how technology-based tasks foster four skills your students need: Creativity & Innovation, Media Literacy, Critical Thinking & Problem Solving, and Social & Cross Cultural Skills. Website and an infographic aligning emerging technologies with 21st century language skills provided. Presenter(s): Barbara Lindsey, University of Connecticut; Lauren B. Rosen, University of Wisconsin Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Experience an interactive medium that elevates language learning to a new level of fun and effectiveness. This session introduces the implementation of iPad classrooms to facilitate lesson delivery, in-class communicative activities, and self-study at home. Aligned with ACTFL standards, the assessments are centered on the “can-do” statements with audio/visual/written records. Presenter(s): Norman T. Masuda; James Lin, Better Chinese LLC Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Chinese
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 104 B
032 Language Educators Unite Through Publication: AATSP’s Hispania This presentation includes an overview of the editorial process from submission to publication in Hispania. Tips for writing manuscripts, responding to reviewer feedback, and revising and resubmitting manuscripts are offered. Information about becoming a reviewer is also provided. Publication can unite language educators from traditional research studies to action research. Presenter(s): Sheri Spaine Long, University of Alabama at Birmingham Sponsor(s): ACTFL, AATSP Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 105 A
033 AP Italian Language and Culture Exam This session will feature the following presentations on the AP Italian Language and Culture Exam: Preparing for the New AP Italian Language and Culture (Sella); Results of the 2012 AP® Italian Language and Culture Exam (Nuessel) Presenter(s): Frank Nuessel (Chair), University of Louisville; Nicoletta Villa Sella Sponsor(s): AATI Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12
FRIday, November 16, 2012
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 105 B
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 107 A
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 108 B
034 Bringing Lusophone Cultures to Life: Ideas for Your Classroom
037 Strategies and Best Practices for Exploring Global Challenges
This session focuses on tools for bringing Lusophone cultures to life in the language classroom. A broad range of cultural experiences will be sampled and explained, from children’s games to simulations, cooking/eating, and much more. Principle-based ideas from a summer, residential immersion program will be applicable to classrooms.
These papers will focus on new approaches for the new AP Exams. AP Italian: Strategies and Best Practices for Exploring Global Challenges (Morgavi); The Music of my iPod: Italian and Spanish Hip Hop (Costa and Uceda); Study Abroad in Italy: Strategies for Authentic Cultural Exchange (Panicco)
040 Creating Cultural Ambassadors: Preparing Students for International Travel
Presenter(s): Kirsten Addison, Concordia Language Villages Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Portuguese
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 106 A
035 Italian Cinema These two presentations address a critical analysis of Italian cinema. From Canvas To Screen: Paolo Sorrentino’s Le conseguenze dell’amore (Pugliese); Life is Beautiful: Fable or a Sanitized Outlook of the Holocaust (Fava) Presenter(s): Matilde Fava (Chair), SUNY Farmingdale; Annunziata Pugliese, University of Colorado at Boulder Sponsor(s): AATI Strand: Culture, Research Applicable Level(s): All
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 106 B
036 Representing Work and Labor in Italian Culture I This session explores the engagement of Italian literature and the arts with their respective work cultures. The following will be presented: Otium and Occupatio in Italy’s Early Modern Pedagogy (Vitullo); Work & Nature in Leopardi’s Poetry (Alcorn); and On Agamben’s Idea of “Inoperosita” (Pacioni). Presenter(s): Juliann Vitullo, Arizona State University; John Alcorn, Trinity College; Marco Pacioni, Universita’ della Tuscia; Norma Bouchard (Chair), University of Connecticut Sponsor(s): AATI Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English, Italian Applicable Language(s): Italian
Presenter(s): Mario Costa (Chair), LaGuardia High School; Francisco Uceda, NCYAFLT; Paola Morgavi, Northwestern University; Cristiana Panicco, Istituto S. Anna–Sorrento Lingue Sponsor(s): AATI Strand: Assessment, Culture, The Learner Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 107 B
038 French Philosophes and Philadelphia French luminaries Montesquieu, Voltaire, and Rousseau inspired Jefferson, Franklin, and Penn in the American Enlightenment, notably in Philadelphia. Americans in turn influenced the French Revolution. Artists also participated in this exchange. This presentation will address the mutual relations between the two countries in the eighteenth century and discuss pedagogical applications. Presenter(s): Mary Helen Kashuba, Chestnut Hill College Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): French
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 108 A
039 Communication in a Cultural Context: Discover the Power of Folk Literature Discover how to use folktales as the focus of motivating, language-rich thematic units that teach and reinforce linguistic and cultural concepts. The presenter models prereading, storytelling, and postreading strategies that empower teachers and novice learners and to remain in the target language as they access authentic literature. Extensive resource packet. Presenter(s): Priscilla G. Russel, Princeton Regional Schools Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Chinese, French, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Spanish
Student exchanges, even short ones, offer invaluable insights into other cultures for students but they must be trained to be respectful, observant, and thoughtful participants. This workshop will explore demonstrated ways to prepare teenagers to bridge cultural differences through international travel. Presenter(s): Qi Li and Roz McCarthy, Center for Global Studies; Keiko Sigmund, Brien McMahon High School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 109 A
041 Improving Student Performance in Presentational Communication Skills This interactive session explores strategies for incorporating thematic units and backward design as a means of improving students’ written and oral ability to communicate in the presentational mode. Presenters will provide examples of scaffolding instruction over a multi-year curriculum in order to bring students from novice to intermediate level of proficiency. Presenter(s): Motoko Tabuse, Eastern Michigan University; Dan Carolin, Kennedy High School Sponsor(s): AATJ Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English, Japanese Applicable Language(s): Japanese
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 109 B
042 Planning and Proficiency: Mapping Program Success What does proficiency mean? How do you assess proficiency? This session discusses how these questions are being answered in Utah through a proficiency map that prepares dual immersion students to reach aggressive proficiency goals by the sixth grade, and how it aids assessment of Utah’s dual immersion programs. Presenter(s): Gregory W. Duncan (Chair), Interprep, Inc; Sandra Talbot, Utah State Office of Education Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 8 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Chinese, French, Spanish
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Friday November 16, 2012
Daily Program
Friday November 16, 2012
Daily Program
FRIday, November 16, 2012
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 110 A
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 111 B
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
043 Interdisciplinary Learning Using CLIL Approach in Japanese Class
046 U.S. Department of State Programs Supporting Language Learning Through Study Abroad
049 Incorporating Interdisciplinary Media in the Teaching of Language and Culture
Participants in this session will learn how high school and university students, K–12 teachers, and institutions can apply for opportunities for U.S. State Departmentsponsored study abroad programs supporting critical language learning, and how U.S. institutions can host international students and teachers to enrich their classrooms and communities.
Given the prominent role of technology in today’s world, authentic media materials are incredibly valuable tools in foreign language teaching. This session will present how interdisciplinary media, such as news clips, films, and even soap operas, can be used in intermediatelevel courses for promoting language proficiency and teaching cultural competency.
Presenter(s): Carol Radomski, William Heaton, and Heidi Manley, U.S. Department of State Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Other
Presenter(s): Camille L. Bethea, Wofford College Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
How do languages and other subjects work collaboratively? How can we nurture language skills while critically thinking about what students learned in other classes? This session discusses how to bring language class and other subjects together using a CLIL approach with Web 2.0 tools. Presenter(s): Mami Masuya (Chair) and Masahiro Tanaka, United Nations International School Sponsor(s): AATJ Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: Japanese Applicable Language(s): Japanese
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 110 B
044 Designing a Language/Culture Day Camp for Advocacy and Collaboration How do we continue to motivate students and help them enjoy their experience? The presenters will discuss how to plan a successful camp. By learning every step of what seems like a complicated project, participants will be able to plan their own camp to promote their language programs. Presenter(s): Yayoi Brown, University Prep; Yoshitaka Inoue, Kamiak High School Sponsor(s): AATJ Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: Japanese Applicable Language(s): Japanese
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 111 A
045 Ars Docendi: The 21st Century Latin Classroom
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 112 A
047 One Language: Multiple Texts and Tasks from the Arabic World This session presents systems for identifying authentic materials from the Arabic-speaking world that are rich in language and culture and developing authentic tasks suitable for multiple target-culture settings. Participants will examine strategies for making authentic materials comprehensible and exploring multiple interpersonal and presentational tasks appropriate to various Arabic settings. Presenter(s): Iman Hashem, California Foreign Language Project; Hadia Alabdullah/Attar, GHCHS; Brandon Zaslow, Occidental College Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English, Arabic Applicable Language(s): Arabic
What does a Latin classroom look like in 2012? The presenters will share descriptions and images of active, engaging Latin classrooms whether found on the college campus, in the private school, at the public high school, or the home school.
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 112 B
Presenter(s): Linda Montross, University of Mary Washington; Patricia Haefs Lister, Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English, Other Applicable Language(s): Latin
Session cancelled by presenter
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048 Going Native: Strategy Instruction for Advanced+ Students
Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 113 A
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 113 B
050 P21 Skills and Proficiency for Beginning Learners Students at the Novice level can learn to speak and exchange meaningful information! Learn strategies for addressing 21st century skills and building proficiency at the beginning levels of language learning. Practical classroom application and activities will be addressed. Activity examples are applicable to all ages of Novice learners. Presenter(s): Leslie W. Baldwin, Winston-Salem/ Forsyth County Schools Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 113 C
051 Beyond Pen-Pals: International Collaboration in the Language Classroom Educators will be provided with innovative techniques for international collaboration that bring language alive in the classroom. A panel of language educators shares how they are working across country lines and participating in educator exchange opportunities to make learning relevant to their students, build cultural awareness, and strengthen language competency. Presenter(s): Elizabeth Gentry, Douglas Anderson School of the Arts; Elise Villemez, American Councils for International Education; Alice Bolanos, CE Jordan High School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Italian, Latin, Spanish, ESL/ESOL
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 114 Lecture Hall
052 Film Screening of The Linguist Keynote speaker Dr. K. David Harrison will be showing his award-winning film, The Linguist. Presenter(s): K. David Harrison, Swarthmore College Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 115 B
053 Teaching Spanish to Heritage Speakers: Classroom Challenges and Activities Teaching Spanish to native and heritage speakers presents special challenges for world language teachers. This presentation will explore the needs and characteristics of these students and their pedagogical implications. Presenters will share practical strategies and hands-on activities for addressing these students’ cultural needs and for developing their literacy skills. Presenter(s): Nieves Knapp (Chair) and Cherice Montgomery, Brigham Young University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: Spanish Applicable Language(s): Spanish
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 115 C
054 Classroom Management: Gateway to Effective Instruction Classroom management challenges have the potential to rob the joy of teaching as well as impede learning. The presenter will model and share research-informed management practices to help teachers maximize instructional time. Participants will leave with positive and proactive strategies for effectively managing their classrooms while remaining in the target language. Presenter(s): Barbara Rupert Mondloch, Franklin Pierce Schools Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
FRIday, November 16, 2012
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 116
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 118 B
055 READ: Successful Strategies for Reading Comprehension
058 Language, Literature, and Advocacy in Higher Education: Reports from the MLA
Discover strategies to support students throughout the reading process and help them comprehend texts. Experienced instructors will present resources, strategies, and in-class activities based on current second language reading research. Handouts and a website with additional ideas will be provided. Participants will acquire practical knowledge for next week’s language class. Presenter(s): Kelly Conroy, University of Texas at Austin; Anne Hlas, University of Wisconsin Eau Claire; LeeAnne Godfrey, University of Arizona Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 117
056 Beyond Grading: Maximizing Student Ownership of Learning Through Task-based Teaching Come and see student-centered tasks that motivate students to take ownership of their learning. The presenters will share examples from Spanish classes of how this approach allows language learners to focus on successful completion of the tasks, while deemphasizing the teacher’s need to assign an explicit grade. Presenter(s): Joan Munne, Bethzaida Fernandez, and Rebecca A. Ewing, Duke University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 118 A
057 Assessing Language Performance: Technology for Student Evaluation and Teacher Learning Should teachers teach toward the test? Depends on how well the test captures standards-based performance goals. ACTFL’s new online assessment engages students in activities to demonstrate progress in using language. Online learning modules and tools help teachers improve classroom instruction and assessment, plus collaboratively discuss, design, and share. Presenter(s): Paul Sandrock, ACTFL Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Russian, Spanish
Staff from MLA’s Office of Programs and the Association of Departments of Foreign Languages (ADFL) report on the job market, MLA advocacy activities for the profession, currents in Academic Freedom, and projects such as the Language Enrollment Survey, the new MLA Commons, and efforts to redefine the dissertation. Presenter(s): David Goldberg and Nelly Furman (Chair), Modern Language Association Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 118 C
059 An Introduction to the AP Spanish Language and Culture Course The revised AP Spanish Language and Culture course is a standards-based curriculum structured around six themes. Participants will examine the themes, recommended contexts, and essential questions for instructional design. They will also review specific learning objectives and achievement level descriptions that outline the knowledge, skills, and abilities expected of students. Presenter(s): Juan Carlos Morales, The College Board; Robert L. Davis, University of Oregon Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: Spanish Applicable Language(s): Spanish
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 119 B
060 Promoting French Language by Supporting French Teachers The Cultural Services Department of the French Embassy contributes its support to a variety of programs by reinforcing the teaching of French at the elementary, secondary, and university levels. Participants will be given updated information and resources that they can use for themselves or disseminate to their students. Presenter(s): Jean-Claude Duthion and MarieCatherine Glaser, Embassy of France Sponsor(s): Embassy of France Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: French Applicable Language(s): French
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Friday November 16, 2012
Daily Program
Friday November 16, 2012
Daily Program
FRIday, November 16, 2012
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 120 A
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 121 A
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 122 A
061 Assessment for AP German Language and Culture and Beyond
064 The Target Language Linguistics Course as Capstone Course
067 Chinese Information Structure and its Pedagogical Implications
This session focuses on developing linguistic analysis skills to help students reflect on their own interlanguage and to compare it with the target language. The titles of the presentations are: Learning to Do Linguistics; The German Second Language Acquisition Course as Capstone Course; Fostering Metalinguistic Awareness to Facilitate Proficiency Development.
Information structures involve the various ways in which information is restructured for communication. This panel focuses on Chinese information structure and pedagogy. Presentations include: Chinese Language Structure and Pedagogical Research; Teacher Action Research and Pedagogy; Improvements of Teaching Information Structure Derived from the Interlanguage Corpus.
In this session, presenters will describe the nature and purpose of the new AP Exam task models, and discuss how assessment is tied to instruction in the new AP curriculum. Presenters will also discuss additional forms of assessment, both formative and summative, that help students prepare for real-life communicative tasks. Presenter(s): Johanna Watzinger-Tharp (Chair), University of Utah; Margaret Meyers, Mt. Lebanon High School Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English, German Applicable Language(s): German
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 120 B
062 Intercultural Learning— Opportunities and Challenges This session is one of two sessions dealing with teaching and learning about diversity and multiculturalism based on experiences of participants of the Neuer Blick seminar. The presenters will introduce ideas and materials which help students to appreciate the opportunities and challenges of living in a multicultural society.
Presenter(s): Susanne Nimmrichter (Chair), Millersville University; Lisa Seidlitz, Augustana College; Teresa R. Bell, University of Oklahoma; Martina U. Lindseth and Joshua Brown, University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 121 B
065 Building on Our Successes: Plans for the Future AATG’s key tactic in meeting the needs of tomorrow’s German teachers is the development of a comprehensive strategic plan to establish where it’s heading—and how it will get there. Join key leaders to learn about and plan AATG’s roadmap for the future.
Presenter(s): Shou-Shin Teng (Chair), Liyuan Chen, Chang-jen Chou, and Meeiyuan Fann; National Taiwan University Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 122 B
068 Stepping into Chinese with STEM In the 21st century, STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) classrooms provide a way to build a sustainable and well-articulated Chinese program. The presenters paired with university science professors to create scientific thematic units. The audience will explore the units and techniques for including these innovative strategies in their classes.
Presenter(s): Janice Mitchell (Chair), Gallaudet University; Sigurd Piwek, Milwaukee Public Schools; Susanne Rinner, UNCG Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: German Applicable Language(s): German
Presenter(s): Thomas Keith Cothrun, AATG; Kathy Fegely, Antietam School District; Carol Anne Costabile-Heming, University of North Texas Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English, German Applicable Language(s): German
Presenter(s): Lucy Lee (Chair), Livingston High School; Janice Dowd; Mary Curran, Rutgers, State University of New Jersey Sponsor(s): CLASS Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Chinese
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 120 C
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 121 C
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 123
063 Community Colleges Challenges and Preparedness for Successful Online Teaching The relevance of online teaching continues to increase in language learning. Instructors of hybrid/blended or asynchronous courses present developers and trainers’ perspectives on online teaching/learning. Due to the growing popularity of such courses among students, faculty and administrators, presenters share required development of course sites and strategies for students’ preparedness and support. Presenter(s): Gudrun E. Sherman, St. Louis Community College at Meramec; Lorena Ellis, Queensborough Community College Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
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066 Broad Perspectives on the Chinese Language Learning Field These papers investigate broad issues such as the development of pedagogical bases within LCTL fields, service learning as an effective strategy for developing competent Chinese teachers for K–12 environments, and emerging Chinese expressions which are not part of standard Chinese, but which are embraced and accepted by Chinese speakers. Lessons Large & Small: Six Models for LCTL Field Development (McGinnis); Integrating Service-Learning into Chinese Language Teacher Education (Chen); Chinese Under Globalization: The Emerging Lingua Franca of the Masses (Xiao) Presenter(s): Scott G. McGinnis (Chair), Defense Language Institute; Dongdong Chen, Seton Hall University; Yun Xiao, Bryant University Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Professionalism, Research Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
069 Improving Reading and Writing Skills in Chinese These papers address improvement of reading skills in Chinese through improving the reading strategies utilized by learners, and through effective assessment of reading proficiency levels via recall protocol assessments. Also addressed is the integration of an academic writing component into an advanced reading and writing course. A Study on the Reading Strategies of CSL Adult Learners (Ke, Chan and Zhu); Developing Academic Writing Skills in Advanced Chinese Reading Courses (Wang); Employing Recall Protocols for Superior-level CFL Reading: Potential and Challenges (Chen) Presenter(s): Shui Duen Chan (Chair), Xinhua Zhu, and Sihui Ke, Hong Kong Polytechnic University; Yang Wang, Brown University; Tingting Chen, University of Iowa Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): All
FRIday, November 16, 2012
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 124
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 125
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 126 A
070 Research Approaches to Teaching and Learning Chinese
071 Creative Integrations of Technology in Chinese Instruction: Promises and Challenges
072 Critical Media Literacy in the Foreign Language Classroom
These papers report studies on investigating diverse topics related to teaching and learning Chinese, including an investigation of project-based instruction, a study of how students learning Chinese from scratch process the language, and a review of how Chinese characters have been addressed in teaching and learning Chinese. Research on Chinese Characters in CFL: A Review (Liu); Initial-State Input Processing: A Study of Ab Initio Learners of Chinese (Han and Liu); ProjectBased Chinese as a Foreign Language Instruction (Zhao). Presenter(s): ZhaoHong Han (Chair) and Zehua Liu, Teachers College, Columbia University; Shijuan Liu; Juanjuan Zhao, University of Cincinnati Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): All
Computer technology has provided unlimited potential for language learning. In this session, three presenters share their experiences in integrating technology in different ways in their teaching of Chinese. Audiences will benefit not only from these innovative ways of technology integration but also from the lessons learned in implementing these integrations. Presenter(s): Hong Li, Emory University; Xiaoliang Li, Georgia Institute of Technology; Richard Lu, Spelman College Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Chinese
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Friday November 16, 2012
Daily Program
Friday November 16, 2012
Daily Program
FRIday, November 16, 2012
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 126 B
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Room 415
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 106 A
073 How to Make Basic Textbook Activities More Communicative
076 ACTFL Modern Greek SIG Paper Presentations
080 Life Is Beautiful: Fifteen Years Later
This session offers an opportunity to think critically about textbook activities and how to make them more communicative. Participants will identify the objective of the textbook activity, its unaddressed skills, and how with a few easy steps the activity can be reworked to be more authentic and meaningful.
The following papers will be presented in this session: Materials Selection and Adaptation to Advance Linguistic and Cultural Competencies and Information Structure in Modern Greek: Teaching Word Order Flexibility.
Presenter(s): Michelle Leigh Farrell, Fairfield University; Maria F. Paredes Fernandez, University of Pennsylvania Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Room 405
074 Learning Ellipsis of Case Particles, Digital Literacy Through Twitter, and Engaging Students in Active Learning The first presentation looks at how particle ellipsis is represented in Korean textbooks and acquired by L2 learners. In the second presentation, the presenter will demonstrate how Twitter works as a microblogging application in a language class and how it can be used as an instructional tool that helps the development of an L2 Korean learner’s digital literacy. The third presentation will highlight the use of a digital storytelling project as an effective pedagogical tool to engage students in active learning in foreign language instruction. Ideas on designing and implementing digital narrative projects for different proficiency levels will be shared. Presenter(s): Lucien Brown, University of Oregon; Bumyong Choi, Emory University; Haewon Cho, University of Pennsylvania Sponsor(s): ACTFL Korean SIG Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Korean
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Room 406
075 ACTFL Spanish for Native Speakers SIG Business Meeting and Address by Andrew Lynch This session features a guest presentation by Andrew Lynch on locating bilingualism in the heritage language classroom. The SIG will also hold a short networking meeting to inform members and potential new members about the SNS SIG past accomplishments and current activities. Presenter(s): Andrew Lynch, University of Miami; Sara Beaudrie, University of Arizona; Michael Tallon, University of the Incarnate Word; Cynthia M. Ducar, Bowling Green State University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Spanish for Native Speakers SIG
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Presenter(s): Evangelia Prionas, Stanford University; Vassiliki Rapti, Harvard University; Ourania Sinopoulou, Arcadia Center for Hellenic, Mediterranean and Balkan Studies and Research Sponsor(s): ACTFL Modern Greek SIG Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Room 501
077 Motivation and Experiences: Perspectives of African-American Students and Teachers This session explores the motivation of AfricanAmerican students at Historically Black Colleges, and uses descriptive statistics and the Academic Motivation Scale to discuss findings. Additionally, there will be focus on the voices of African-American world language teachers, which provide an important perspective for the world language community. Presenter(s): Nicholas Gatlin, University of Texas; Arayna L. Yearwood, George Mason University Sponsor(s): ACTFL African-American Students SIG Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Room 407
078 ACTR Board of Directors Meeting 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 105 A
079 Italian Pedagogy I These papers provide various approaches to the teaching of Italian language and culture. Amicizia, Affetto, Amore: Engaging Students with the Topics of Love (Bresciani); Cultural Encounters and Similarities Across the Mediterranean (Alfieri); Italian Culture, History, and Language through its Songs (Di Maria) Presenter(s): Laura Bresciani (Chair), New York University; Peter Alfieri, Roger Williams University; Salvatore Di Maria, University of Tennessee Sponsor(s): AATI Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All
Si rivive il film di Benigni: Italian Holocaust Cinema in the After-life of Life Is Beautiful (Marcus); Music and the Work of Fantasy in Life Is Beautiful (Neumeyer); Present Absences in Life Is Beautiful (Picchietti) Presenter(s): Antonio Vitti (Chair), Indiana University; Virginia Picchietti; Millicent Marcus, Yale University; David Neumeyer, University of Texas at Austin Sponsor(s): AATI Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: Italian Applicable Language(s): Italian
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 106 B
081 Representing Work & Labor in Italian Culture II Engagement of Italian literature and the arts with their respective work cultures: Maleppeggio: cronache dell’Italia del lavoro degli anni 2000 (Chirumbolo); Industrial Films and the Government of Conduct in 1950s Italy (Bonifazio); and Consuming Labor and the Laboring Consumer in Films by Monicelli, Wertmuller, Comencini (van Watson). Presenter(s): Valerio Ferme (Chair), University of Colorado; Paolo Chirumbolo, Louisiana State University; Paola Bonifazio, University of Texas; William van Watson, Arizona State University Sponsor(s): AATI Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English, Italian Applicable Language(s): Italian
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 120 A
082 AATG Business Meeting 12:00 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 107 A
083 Reflections on the Italian AP Exam a Year Later After the Italian AP in its new format has been administered it is important to reflect on what transpired from the exam. Both points of view, the one of the teachers and the one of the students, who participated in this exercise will be discussed. Presenter(s): Nicoletta Villa Sella; Nicoletta Da Ros; Ida Wilder, Greece Athena High School, NY Sponsor(s): AATI Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English, Italian Applicable Language(s): Italian
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 101
084 ACTFL Foreign Language Annals Editorial Board Meeting 12:15 p.m. – 1:45 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Franklin Hall 1
085 NCACLS Luncheon By invitation only
1:00 p.m. – 1:50 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 1
E16 EMCLanguages.net: Language Learning for the 21st Century! Join us for an interactive overview of EMCLanguages.net and learn how to make your life easier and your students’ learning experience more engaging. You’ll explore an integrated learning management system for planning and delivering authentic, interactive and motivating activities—and leave with ideas for your classroom. Come interact with EMCLanguages.net! Presenter(s): Kristin Hoffman, EMC Publishing Sponsor(s): EMC Publishing Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): French, Spanish
1:00 p.m. – 1:50 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 2
E17 Italian Language Enters the Digital Era: i-d-e-e Platform In this session teachers will discover i-d-e-e, Edilingua’s multi-platform for the Italian language. Together we will examine the many digital tools for students, teachers and schools: interactive workbooks, interactive test and game creation and much more! Also wikis, blogs and social learning networks that in i-d-e-e are very easy to create, making learning Italian a much more engaging experience! Presenter(s): Tina Scudelletti-Alabbas, Edizioni Edilingua Sponsor(s): Edizioni Edilingua Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: Italian (with examples in English upon request) Applicable Language(s): Italian
FRIday, November 16, 2012
1:00 p.m. – 1:50 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 3
1:00 p.m. – 1:50 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 5
E18 LTI: An Overview of ACTFL Assessments
E20 ACTFL-UMUC Collaboration: New Online Graduate Certificate in Instructional Technology Integration
An overview and demonstration of ACTFL assessments for K–12 and higher ed students and teachers, including the latest Oral Proficiency Interviews by Computer (OPIcs) and the new version of the Internet Writing Proficiency Test (WPT). Presenter(s): Gabriel Cruz, Language Testing International, Inc. (LTI) Sponsor(s): Language Testing International, Inc. (LTI) Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
1:00 p.m. – 1:50 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 4
E19 Mandarin Readers in the Classroom and Beyond— A Practical Workshop A look at how children explore Chinese through readers, widen their vocabulary, develop grammar and language skills and actively practice everyday Chinese. Group Discussion and Presentation. Presented by author of The Magic Story Box, Kristine Li. Presenter(s): Kristine Li, The Magic Story Box Sponsor(s): Shekinah Publishing Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 5 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Mandarin, English
Do you want to participate in an interactive classroom community of language educators? Do you want to learn more about how technology can strengthen communication, culture, and 21st century skills in your language classroom? ACTFL and University of Maryland University College will discuss the graduate certificate in Instructional Technology Integration specifically for ACTFL members. Presenter(s): Gretchen Jones and Katherine Woodward, University of Maryland University College (UMUC); Paul Sandrock, ACTFL Sponsor(s): University of Maryland University College (UMUC) Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Room 407
086 AAUSC Executive Committee Meeting 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon I
087 CSCTFL Board of Directors Meeting 1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon A
088 Lead with NCSSFL: Can-Do Learning, Part II
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During part II of this double session, participants will continue to learn about the LinguaFolio® language selfassessment portfolio, applicable to world languages, heritage languages, and English for speakers of other languages. This session will focus on how learners become autonomous and reflective, and set personal goals. Presenter(s): Jacque Bott Van Houten, Kentucky Department of Education; Ryan Wertz, Ohio Department of Education Sponsor(s): NCSSFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
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Friday November 16, 2012
Daily Program
Friday November 16, 2012
Daily Program
FRIday, November 16, 2012
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon B/C
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m.
089 Learn with NADSFL—ContentRich Units: Incorporating AP Themes at All Levels
092 Immersion 2012 Highlights
This session will explore entry points to curriculum design and consider various implementation models. Participants will consider how the six AP themes can guide curriculum choices and support the development of content-rich units designed to engage all students. Sample units appropriate for different levels will be shared. Presenter(s): Donna L. Clementi; Laura Terrill Sponsor(s): NADSFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Chinese, French, German, Italian, Spanish
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon D
090 The Impact of SLA Research on Teacher Beliefs and Practices This panel session features research papers that bridge the gap between SLA research and teacher beliefs and practices. The findings of these studies have implications for teachers of world languages. There will be time for discussion and questions following the presentation of each paper in the panel. Empowering Teachers to Make Research/Practice Connections (Vasquez); Teachers’ Beliefs and Practices: What the Diary Studies Tell Us (Bailey); Stretch or Mismatch? SLA, Language Teachers’ Beliefs, and Knowledge-forTeaching (Freeman) Presenter(s): Victoria Russell (Chair), Valdosta State University; Camilla Vásquez, University of South Florida; Kathleen M. Bailey, Monterey Institute of International Studies; Donald Freeman, University of Michigan Sponsor(s): ACTFL Research SIG Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): All
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon J
091 Best of SCOLT: Technology Enhanced Communicative Language Teaching Emerging technologies are changing the way we do things, and teaching a world language is no exception! Learn how Web 2.0 technology can enhance what you are doing in your classroom, what the 21st Century Skills are, and how you can support them through communicative world language teaching strategies. Presenter(s): Karen Tharrington, North Carolina State University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
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Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon L A session highlighting the work in one-way, two-way, heritage and indigenous immersion. Presenter(s): Tara Fortune, University of Minnesota; Michael Bacon, Portland Public Schools Sponsor(s): ACTFL Immersion SIG Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Room 406
093 Increasing Heritage Language Student Engagement Through Literacy This session features two presentations: Many Poems: One United Voice and Engaging Spanish Speakers in Learning Spanish: Instructional Approaches. Participants will learn about the implementation of a poetry unit and about key instructional principles involved in engaging students. They will also learn about existing resources for further learning. Presenter(s): Jessica Fay Sliger, Rogers High School; Freddie A. Bowles, University of Arkansas; Joy Peyton, Center for Applied Linguistics; Celia Zamora, Georgetown University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Spanish for Native Speakers SIG Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Room 501
094 Teaching for Racial Equity and a Global Society This session features two presentations that allow participants to engage in topics of preparing AfricanAmerican students for the present and future. It focuses on teaching through a lens of racial equity, creating strategies that retain students of color in WL classes, and instructional methods that allow them to become competitive global citizens. Presenter(s): Marsha Plotkin and Devin Browne, Pittsburgh Public Schools; June C. Carter, University of South Carolina Upstate Sponsor(s): ACTFL African-American Students SIG Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 102 A
095 Aligning Our Targets: Proficiency, Learning, Assessment The best elementary school language programs focus on producing results, and this session addresses the pivotal role that setting targets plays in getting those results. Participants will examine the importance of setting attainable proficiency targets and how they inform the design of learning targets and performance assessments. Presenter(s): Alyssa Villarreal, Memphis City Schools; Helena Curtain; Gregory W. Duncan, Interprep, Inc. Sponsor(s): NNELL Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 8 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 102 B
096 Effective Teaching Method for Advanced Level Korean with Technology The presenter will introduce Bethel Korea School in Maryland, where 9th-11th grade students study Korean. Secondly, the presenter will show examples of practices and techniques using Word Champ, GLOSS, Study Korea, TeenKorea and so on. Examples of activities for learner-centered, self-directed classes, and blended learning styles will be provided. Presenter(s): Loraine C. Kang, Defense Language Institute Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: Korean Applicable Language(s): Korean
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 103 A
097 Hybrid and Blended Language Instruction: A Guide for Educators Presenters from three different institutions will address the following questions: (1) Why set up hybrid/blended language instruction? (2) What is the content of such instruction? What materials are online and what materials in-class? (3) What are the pitfalls or potential problems in implementing hybrid and blended courses? Presenter(s): Bill VanPatten, Michigan State University; Michael J. Leeser, Florida State University; Justin White, Florida Atlantic University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
FRIday, November 16, 2012
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 103 B
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 104 B
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 106 A
098 Interactive Digital Storytelling Mashup Jam Session
101 Reaching Advanced High/ Superior in Arabic, Chinese, and Spanish
104 Italian Culture
Bring your laptop, smartphone and creative energies to this fast-paced and interactive jam session in which we will make up a story and then collaborate on several of the latest and greatest digital tools for retelling. Learn by doing! Leave ready to share with students on Monday! Presenter(s): Noah Geisel, Denver East High School; Patrick Seamars, Manual High School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 103 C
099 Using Universal Design for Learning and a Wiki to Teach Culture A Wiki allows the L2 instructor to devise activities for the 21st-century student within the framework of Universal Design for Learning. This session will discuss how to use a Wiki and UDL in order to foster a sophisticated, mediated, and interactive understanding of culture that exceeds uni-dimensional cultural “knowledge.” Presenter(s): Lunden MacDonald, Metropolitan State College of Denver Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 104 A
100 Top 20 Web Tools for Top Performance-Based Chinese Classrooms Participants will survey 20 free online tools and gain confidence to leverage them to enrich the integration of 5 Cs and 21st century skills. Participants are encouraged to bring their mobile devices to experience first-hand collaboration and to bring innovative transformation to student-centered and performance-based Chinese classrooms. Presenter(s): Joanne Shang, Durham Academy Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English, Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
Only a small number of learners attain advanced-level proficiency in an L2 and scholars assert that we have limited research as to how they accomplish this. The panelists address efforts taken at their institution to ensure that International Studies majors are consistently achieving these levels in four years. Presenter(s): Allen Clark and Yi Lin, University of Mississippi; John R. Gutierrez, Croft Institute for International Studies Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 105 A
102 Italian Pedagogy II This session provides various approaches to the teaching of Italian language and culture. 21st Century Technology in the Italian Classroom (Miraglia); Microblogging in the Language Class: Driving from the Students’ Seat (Canuto); Storie Digitali e Podcasting (Palladino) Presenter(s): Luisa Canuto (Chair), UBC; Rina Miraglia, Elementary Middle School New Jersey; Valeria Palladino, International & Heritage Language Association Sponsor(s): AATI Strand: Technology, The Learner Applicable Level(s): All
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 105 B
103 Bridging Frameworks: Establishing CEFR Ratings for ACTFL Oral Assessments This session presents the results of a standard-setting study completed in September 2011 to establish correspondences between the ACTFL Oral Proficiency Guidelines and the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) by creating links between CEFR speaking proficiency levels and speaker performances elicited by official ACTFL OPI and OPIc. Presenter(s): Erwin P. Tschirner and Olaf Baerenfaenger, University of Leipzig Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
This session will feature three presentations focusing on Italian culture: Mito e Simbolo nel Cristo si è Fermato a Eboli (Mastri); Umanesimo: Studi e Testi, Influssi e Sviluppi (Ricci); Writing the Unthinkable in Romana Petri’s Il Baleniere delle Montagne (Rozier) Presenter(s): Augustus Mastri (Chair), University of Louisville; Roberta Ricci, Bryn Mawr College; Louise Rozier, University of Arkansas Sponsor(s): AATI Strand: Culture, Research Applicable Level(s): All
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 106 B
105 A National Database to Sustain the AP Italian Program A panel will discuss the rational, strategy, framework and action steps necessary to implement a national website database to sustain the viability of the AP Italian language program. Presenter(s): Daniel Stabile (Chair), National COPILAS; Cristiano Maggipinto, Embassy of Italy in Washington; Paola Ebranati, Consulate General of Italy; Anna De Fina, Georgetown University; Daria Mizza, Johns Hopkins University Sponsor(s): AATI Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Applicable Language: Italian Language of Presentation: English
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 107 A
106 Incontri con il Cinema Italiano e la Letteratura This session addresses the interface of Italian film and literature: Tra Fiction Televisiva e Telenovelas: La Psicosi di Gruppo del Cinema Italiano Oggi (Mazzola); La Percezione del Fenomeno Mafioso Attraverso il Cinema (Gionta); Montalbano: Un Personaggio Telegenico (Ciccarelli) Presenter(s): Antonio Vitti (Chair) and Andrea Ciccarelli, Indiana University; Claudio Mazzola, University of Washington; Natalia Gionta, Miami Palmetto Senior High School Sponsor(s): AATI Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Applicable Language: Italian Language of Presentation: Italian
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Friday November 16, 2012
Daily Program
Friday November 16, 2012
Daily Program
FRIday, November 16, 2012
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 107 B
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 109 A
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 110 B
107 Online Learning Communities in the Language Flagship: Chinese, Korean, Russian
110 AP Japanese: Addressing Curriculum and University Placement Concerns
113 Effective Use of iPads in Foreign Language Education
Three online café projects, developed by instructors in Chinese, Korean, and Russian Language Flagships offer two sets of students from different cultures opportunities to compare authentic media and print materials. By joining online forums to exchange perspectives, students are engaged in a dynamic process of discovery, exploration and inquiry.
Curious about how AP Japanese test scores are used to place students at the postsecondary level? Perplexed about how AP Japanese fits into a four-year high school curriculum? Through a unique collaboration involving one university professor and one high school teacher, these questions will be addressed, using researchbased teaching strategies.
Presenter(s): Madeline K. Spring (Chair), Arizona State University; Sharon L. Bain, Bryn Mawr College; Charles H. Egan, San Francisco State University; Haejin Koh, Korean Language Flagship Center Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Chinese, Korean, Russian
Presenter(s): Keiko Kuriyama, Indiana University; Molly Jeon, BHS North Sponsor(s): AATJ Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English, Japanese Applicable Language(s): Japanese
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 108 A
111 Incorporating International Mindedness and Intercultural Understanding in Language B Classrooms
108 Promoting Cultural and Linguistic Competence with Documentary Film in Spanish Help your students improve their cultural and linguistic competence and become more informed citizens of the world by incorporating authentic, culturally rich documentary film into your Spanish classroom. Various pre-viewing, viewing and post-viewing activities will be presented and a list of thematically organized documentary films will be distributed and discussed. Presenter(s): Stasie C. Harrington, University of Wisconsin, Madison; Tammy Jandrey Hertel, Lynchburg College Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 108 B
109 New French Fairy Tales for Literacy Development and Cultural Awareness New animated fairy tales by Michel Ocelot offer the basis for building learners’ literacy skills and exploring cross-cultural comparisons. The presenter will share pre-viewing, viewing, and post-viewing activities and audio, visual, and textual resources that teachers can use with selected fairy tales. Presenter(s): Sarah C. Jourdain, Stony Brook University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: French Applicable Language(s): French
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1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 109 B
Intercultural understanding and international mindedness are key components of the language curriculum that support successful communication in environment where the language studied is spoken. The development of these attributes in learners, along with language competency, form the building block of the International Baccalaureate Language B and Language ab initio courses. Presenter(s): Jan Stipek, International Baccalaureate Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 110 A
112 Start from the Beginning: ProjectBased Instruction in a Thematic Curriculum This session will discuss the importance of incorporating project-based instruction in the thematic based curriculum from the beginning level. The presenters will show how to integrate thematically aligned, and project-based effective strategies into an everyday lesson. Presenter(s): Noriko Fujimoto-Vergel (Chair), Island Pacific Academy; Yasu-Hiko Tohsaku, University of California Sponsor(s): AATJ Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English, Japanese Applicable Language(s): Japanese
iPads are widely accepted in various fields including education. While there are many language specific apps, those created for other purposes can also be utilized creatively to teach and learn foreign languages. In this session, we will discuss such apps and introduce creative ways to apply them to language curricula. Presenter(s): Satoru Shinagawa (Chair), University of Hawaii; Mayumi Ishida, Dartmouth College Sponsor(s): AATJ Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 111 A
114 Navigating the Five Cs in the Classical Languages In the teaching of Latin or ancient Greek, culture is presented, often literally, as a sidebar and discussed almost entirely in English, which creates an artificial and unwelcome division between culture and language. This session will demonstrate multimedia activities that illuminate classical civilization while maintaining engagement with the target language. Presenter(s): Ivy J. Livingston, Harvard University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Latin
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 111 B
115 Effective Teaching of Chinese in a Project-Based Module with Technologies The presenters will elaborate on the importance of project-based learning (PBL), and how PBL can be successfully incorporated with VoiceThread, Moodle, YouTube, and other technologies to improve students’ oral proficiency. Two real-world examples, one in the elementary school and one in the high school, will be presented. Presenter(s): Kuangchi Lee, Young Scholars of Central PA Charter School; Yin-Shan Yang, Ridgeway High School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English, Chinese Applicable Language(s): All
FRIday, November 16, 2012
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 112 A
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 113 C
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 115 B
116 Building Sustainable LCTL Programs in Times of Budgetary Crisis
119 A Collaborative Student-Driven Poetry Project Using Digital Media and Wikis
122 Engaging Students Through Project-Based Learning
Building sustainable LCTL programs that go beyond elementary instruction depends on understanding the institution’s economic, political and cultural contexts. With careful planning, language programs can still expand—even during severe budget shortfalls. Action plans, strategies and funding resources will be shared, along with creative approaches to bureaucratic obstacles.
Discover the digital project that facilitated communicative interaction between students from two schools. View the movie-poems, participate in the steps that lead students to accomplish such linguistic tasks, learn what’s needed to create these highly relevant, studentdriven projects, and examine students’ critiques of both their classmates and peers from another school.
Presenter(s): Terri Nelson and Dany Doueiri, California State University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Administration Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 112 B
117 The Arab Spring: Bringing the Arabic Classroom to Life The Arabic classroom can be brought to life when the Arab Spring is used to teach language forms that can be found in graffiti, slogans, rap songs, poetry, and other examples. At the same time, learners of Arabic can enhance their cultural awareness and understand current events in the Arab World. Presenter(s): Salah Ayari, Texas A&M University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Arabic
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 113 B
118 Implementing Extensive Reading in the Spanish Language Classroom Extensive Reading is an instructional approach that improves language proficiency, increases motivation, and promotes positive attitudes towards reading. This session will provide theoretical background, practical guidelines, and resources for implementing an Extensive Reading program. Although the focus is on Spanish, the information will be relevant to teachers of other languages. Presenter(s): Jane E. Hardy, Wabash College Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish
Presenter(s): Paula Hirsch, Windward School; Araceli Espinosa, Foshay High School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 114 Lecture Hall
120 Language Advocacy: It’s Everybody’s Business With language programs in jeopardy all across the country, it is more critical than ever that language teachers and supervisors know how to advocate effectively! This session will feature strategies that will help you make the case for your program and important information about what’s going on at the national level. Come hear how the presenters have organized state teams to roll out advocacy campaigns and have sponsored activities to promote language education in their local communities. Participants will leave equipped to make the case for language learning in their communities! Presenter(s): Marty Abbott (Chair), ACTFL; Jill Allen Murray, The Sheridan Group; Nicole Naditz, Bella Vista High School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 115 A
121 Teaching with Confidence: Making Research-Based Instructional Delivery Decisions As teachers, we make numerous instructional delivery decisions. Basing those decisions on sound, empirical data sets the stage for student success. This interactive session connects major research findings with exciting classroom activities. This session also provides opportunities to reflect on practice in order to create motivational learning experiences.
Project-Based Learning asks students to answer a question or solve a problem through authentic learning activities and employ 21st century skills. This session gives an overview of PBL, project examples that can be adapted to different languages and levels, plus assessment approaches and captivating tech tools. Presenter(s): Lisa Lilley, Central High School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 115 C
123 Designing Curriculum for Addressing the Differentiated Needs of Language Learners What are characteristics of quality curriculum for differing ability language students and what criteria should be used to choose materials for them? What curriculum features are critical in designing units? This session is designed for teachers who are interested in learning how to provide rigorous, content-based curriculum differentiated for students. Presenter(s): Bronwyn MacFarlane, University of Arkansas at Little Rock Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 116
124 Enhance Student Reflection and Production by Integrating Prompts and Rubrics Rubrics, primarily considered assessment tools, have untapped potential to articulate expectations in conjunction with a prompt for written or oral production. This session will describe, demonstrate, and invite participants to create well-constructed prompts and integrated rubrics to promote higher-level, complex language production and critical thinking by students. Presenter(s): Rachel Rivers Parroquin and Elena M. Mangione-Lora, University of Notre Dame Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Presenter(s): Audrey L. Heining-Boynton, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
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Friday November 16, 2012
Daily Program
Friday November 16, 2012
Daily Program
FRIday, November 16, 2012
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 117
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 118 C
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 120 B
125 Assessment Down PAT: Planning for Performance and Transfer
128 AP French: Unpacking the Scoring Guidelines for the Interpersonal Tasks
131 Going to the “C” of Culture Assessment: A Language-Based Approach
This session focuses on analyzing the AP French Language and Culture Interpersonal Communication scoring guidelines and their application to related student samples. The information presented will help participants use the AP scoring guidelines to carry out more accurate classroom scoring.
The session explores a way of answering a central question of the Standards: How does L2 learners’ language use reflect their increasing cultural awareness? It proposes a theoretical framework that is explicitly text- and meaning-oriented and captures development through linguistic evidence for learners’ increasing ability to take a multi-perspectival stance.
Planning with the end in mind involves designing performance assessment tasks for transfer. Participants learn how to develop thematic, communicative mode tasks that encourage learners to use language flexibly and securely. Sample templates and examples for many languages and levels will be provided. Presenter(s): Jennifer Eddy, Queens College CUNY Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 118 A
126 Articulation and Assessment: Collaborative Design in a Multilanguage Program Responding to challenges faced by many universitylevel language programs, University of Missouri–St. Louis has developed an articulated standards and proficiency-based curriculum from the introductory sequence through upper division courses. Faculty members in languages share their experience in launching and managing the process of curriculum development: goals, strategies, assessments, lessons learned, outcomes data. Presenter(s): Suzanne Hendrickson, Elizabeth Eckelkamp, Sandra Trapani, and Martha Caeiro, University of Missouri–St. Louis Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 118 B
127 Action Research: A Professional Development Tool for Teachers and Administrators The presentation describes an Action Research Program that has as its goal to provide teachers and administrators the opportunity to use action research as a tool to promote reflection on and evaluation of classroom practices. Presenter(s): Christine M. Campbell; Deanna Tovar Sponsor(s): ACTFL, AATSP Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
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Presenter(s): Brian G. Kennelly, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo; Davara J. Potel, Solon High School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): French
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 119 B
129 Preparing Foreign Language Teachers: It Takes an Entire Educational Community! To achieve national recognition by ACTFL/NCATE, teacher preparation programs must demonstrate that their candidates achieve rigorous standards. The profession is facing challenges as more programs strive to integrate new components. This session will assist program faculty in emulating a nationally recognized program, whose success relies on an entire educational community. Presenter(s): Eileen Glisan, Jean-Louis P. Dassier, and Frank B. Brooks, Indiana University of Pennsylvania Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 120 A
130 Models for Mediating Friedrich Hölderlin Through Translation and Teaching The session offers four models for bringing Friedrich Hölderlin’s work as poet and translator to a varied audience, from intermediate learners of German, to those interested in translation and contemporary literary and visual interpretation, to those interested in Hölderlin’s contributions to classical philology, translation, and the theory of tragedy. Presenter(s): Priscilla Hayden Roy (Chair) and Megan Van Alstine, University of Nebraska-Lincoln; Sheri Hurlbut; Louise E. Stoehr, Stephen F. Austin State University; Kathrin Rosenfeld, University of Rio Grande do Sul Brazil Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): German
Presenter(s): Marianna V. Ryshina-Pankova and Heidi Byrnes, Georgetown University Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): German
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 120 C
132 Best Practices in Online and Distance Education in German Classrooms This session presents best practices and research related to online education that enhance and expand the German language and culture learning experience. Presenters will highlight effective strategies for integrating hybrid and blended learning in the German classroom. Research results on the wash-back effect and online assessment will be reported. Presenter(s): Deborah Page, University of Cincinnati; Eddy M. Enriquez Arana, Northern Virginia Community College; Caroline Rieger, University of British Columbia Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): German
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 121 A
133 Teaching Business German: Strategies and Models To develop cultural and market-related competencies of the German business world, students must acquire linguistic- and genre-specific tools allowing them to meaningfully engage in discussions thereof. A business oriented course that is integrated in a genre-based curriculum addresses student demands for such a course in progressive ways. Presenter(s): Mark Lauer, Mount Holyoke College; Astrid Weigert, Georgetown University Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): German
FRIday, November 16, 2012
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 121 B
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 122 B
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 125
134 Goethe-Institut Programs and Services: E-Learning and Mobile Apps
137 AP Chinese Language and Culture: Current Development and Best Practices
140 A New Approach to Cultural Integration in Advanced Chinese Classes
Dr. Eva Marquardt and Werner Ott introduce new and innovative projects, methods and concepts developed by the Goethe-Institut. This year’s special focus is on digital approaches to language learning “on the go” with new web technologies and mobile apps.
Participants will examine the results of the administration of the exam in 2012 and learn about professional development opportunities. Participants will also be exposed to a variety of sources for authentic materials and ways to scaffold student interaction with the materials.
This innovative approach identifies and gains insights into the very fabric of Chinese culture that governs personal behavior and directs social dynamics. Culture thus becomes the very core of language learning, transitioning its role from context to text, and its relation with language from duality to unity.
Presenter(s): Hong Gang Jin (Chair), Hamilton College; Lea Ekeberg, Sidwell Friends School Sponsor(s): CLASS Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
Presenter(s): Zu-yan Chen (Chair) and Hong Zhang, Binghamton University, SUNY; Xiaojun Wang, Western Michigan University Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
Presenter(s): Eva Marquardt and Werner Ott, GoetheInstitut Chicago Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: German Applicable Language(s): German
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 121 C
135 Cheng & Tsui CLTA Walton Presentation Prize (Part I) In this session, three papers will be presented by this year’s Walton Presentation Prize finalists. The Walton Presentation Prize is awarded to recognize the best first-time presentation at the CLTA Annual Meeting: A Synthesis Study of Morphological Awareness Instruction (Liu); A Data-Driven Approach to the Teaching of Mandarin Modal Particles (Xiang); Discourse Complexity in Advanced-Level Chinese: Comparing Two Learning Backgrounds (Kou) Presenter(s): Wei Hong (Chair), Purdue University; Yan Liu, Carnegie Mellon University; Xuehua Xiang, University of Illinois; Yupeng Kou, University of Iowa Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): All
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 122 A
136 Written Learner Corpora— Construction, Analysis, and Pedagogical Application This panel explores three written corpora of Chinese as a Foreign Language or Heritage Language (CFL/ CHL) learners. Topics include building CFL/CHL corpora for specific research purposes, using existing corpora to inform assessment theories, and investigating discourse features and epistemic stance taking in heritage learner language. Presenter(s): Hongyin Tao (Chair), UCLA; Yi Xu, University of Pittsburgh; Jie Zhang, University of Oklahoma; Yang Xiao, University of South Carolina Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English, Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 123
138 Approaches to Learning to Write in Chinese Papers in this session discuss approaches to improving Chinese writing, from learning compound characters through radical information, to using video feedback from a pen-movement tracking device to help learners overcome stroke sequence errors, to the use of genrebased writing instruction to improve advanced-level writing proficiency: Genre-Based Writing Instruction for CFL Learners: An Action Research Study (Liu); Does Partial Radical Information Help Chinese Compound Character Learning? (Wang); Effectiveness of Video Feedback on CFL Learners’ Chinese Character Writing (Kang) Presenter(s): Hana Kang (Chair), Michigan Technological University; Ying Liu, Ursinus College; Jing Wang, University of Pittsburgh Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Research, Technology Applicable Level(s): All
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 124
139 Studies of Affective Factors: Chinese Language Learning Motivation and Anxiety U.S. college Chinese enrollment has increased 51% during 2002–2006 and the number of U.S. middle and high schools offering Chinese has quadrupled from 1997 to 2008. The rapid growing interest in Chinese has made research on affective factors important topics that this panel addresses. Presenter(s): Xiaohong Sharon Wen (Chair), University of Houston; Suihua Zhao, Lehigh University; Han Luo Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English, Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 126 A
141 Get Them to Speak with Socratic Circles Participants will learn how to facilitate a Socratic Seminar in the classroom integrating the interpretive, interpersonal and presentational modes with a focus on encouraging students’ use of interlanguage. After an introduction to the method of using Socratic Seminars, participants will engage in a Socratic Circle to practice the technique. Presenter(s): Adam Bailey, Plymouth Whitemarsh High School Sponsor(s): PSMLA Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 126 B
142 Many Heads Are Better than One: Connecting Teachers Through Assessment A common adage tells us that two heads are better than one. By making a department wide commitment to common performance assessments, a new basis for teamwork, shared learning and efforts, and shared ownership of curriculum can build networks across languages within a department. Come hear a success story! Presenter(s): Greta Lundgaard, Plano Independent School District Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
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Friday November 16, 2012
Daily Program 1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Room 405
143 Meeting the Literacy Needs, Learning Opportunities and Motivation for KHLs This first study investigates the literacy needs of Korean heritage learners (KHLs) and how their literacy practices relate to their writing proficiency in Korean by analyzing the data gathered from 52 KHLs in grades 4–16. The second presenter shows the complicated relationships between language and society for heritage language learning. The third presenters propose online Korean language courses as an important strategic way of promoting Korean in public education systems in the U.S. By demonstrating audiovisual materials and technologybased pedagogical strategies, presenters discuss critical issues involving online language teaching and learning, and the future of online language courses in Korean language education. Presenter(s): Eun Joo Kim, Pacific University; Danielle Pyun, Ohio State University; Eunjeong Choi, The University of Texas at Austin; Ji-Young Jung, Rutgers University; Jane Cho, Palisades Park Jr./ Sr. High School; Sojeong Kim and Eunjung Ji, The Korea Society Sponsor(s): ACTFL Korean SIG Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Korean
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Room 415
144 ACTFL Modern Greek SIG Business Meeting and Task Force Report Please join the Modern Greek SIG for a presentation and progress report on the Modern Greek National Standards Project. The business meeting will be held afterwards followed by raffles for a one-year ACTFL membership and other prizes. Presenter(s): Evangelia Prionas (Chair), Stanford University; Vasiliki Tsigas-Fotinis, Hellenic-American Educators of New Jersey/ Caldwell College; Nancy Biska, Adelphi University; Elpida Bairaktari, Odyssey Charter School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Modern Greek SIG
NNELL Celebrates 25th Anniversary The National Network for Early Language Learning (NNELL) is celebrating its 25th Anniversary in 2012 and plans to commemorate this occasion at the NNELL Networking Breakfast on Saturday, November 17. ACTFL congratulates NNELL on this major accomplishment!
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FRIday, November 16, 2012
2:00 p.m. – 2:50 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 1
2:00 p.m. – 2:50 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 4
E21 Teaching Mandarin with Delayed Character Integration
E24 Español Santillana: Make Your Students “Fans del Español”
This workshop will cover best practice when taking a communication-focused, task-based approach to teaching Mandarin with DCI. Claudia Ross, co-author of The Routledge Course in Modern Mandarin, will lead a discussion of common teaching problems and proven tactics for overcoming them.
Español Santillana’s secondary Spanish FL program integrates traditional print resources and state-of-the-art technologies to develop effective communication skills, maintain motivation through a fun and engaging storyline with an online student presence, all presented through culturally authentic and relevant contexts.
Presenter(s): Claudia Ross, College of the Holy Cross Sponsor(s): Routledge/Taylor & Francis Group Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Chinese
Presenter(s): Mario Nuñez, Santillana USA Sponsor(s): Santillana USA Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish
2:00 p.m. – 2:50 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 2
2:00 p.m. – 2:50 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 5
E22 Virtual Tools to Increase Language Learning to Anytime, Anywhere
E25 Introducing REALIDADES ©2014 Digital Edition: Technology to Teach and Learn
SANSSpace™ Virtual Language Learning Environment provides 24/7 learning. SANSSpace virtually links language courses, content, and learning communities. The virtual digital comparative recorder is an essential tool for listening and speaking practice. Synchronous and asynchronous tools encourage collaborative learning anywhere, anytime and teachers can easily track student activity for review and assessment. Presenter(s): Glory Vee Cordero and Mark Goodin, SANS Inc. Sponsor(s): SANS Inc. Sony Language Learning Technology Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
¡Hola digital learning! Get ready to see some very cool new technology for your Spanish classroom. Check out new Interactive Whiteboard Activities, the new DK interactive dictionary, new videos for speaking tasks, new Mapa global interactivo, new quizzes with built-in remediation, new self-study tools . . . and that’s just a start! If you are using REALIDADES, see how to refresh your classroom with these resources. New to REALIDADES? Come be amazed! Presenter(s): Cathy Wilson, Rich Sayers, and María Hubbard, Pearson Sponsor(s): Pearson Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish
2:00 p.m. – 2:50 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 3
E23 Engaging Spanish Students Outside the Classroom Watch a demo of Nulu, the hugely popular free supplement that combines fresh news articles, human translation and pronunciation, a contextualized review system and global conversation, to see how it makes life better for both instructors and students. Presenter(s): Eitan Geft and Avi Stieglitz, Nulu Languages Sponsor(s): Nulu Languages Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12, Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish
Submit a Proposal for ACTFL 2013 Visit the ACTFL website (www. actfl.org) to submit a proposal for a session at next year’s ACTFL Annual Convention and World Languages Expo in Orlando, FL, November 22–24, 2013. Deadline is January 9, 2013.
FRIday, November 16, 2012
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon A
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon J
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 102 B
145 LEAD with NCSSFL: eLinguaFolio: Can-Do World Language Learning 24/7
148 Best of SWCOLT: Learning Stations: From Application to Impact
In the midst of conflict, education is often seen as a luxury for refugees, also struggling for food and shelter. Education is a basic right, vital in restoring hope and dignity to people driven from their homes, a tool to help them get back on their feet and build a better future. This presentation will give an overview of The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees education programs, also providing information on the use of educational materials in Spanish in order to make students sensitive to the needs of refugees.
Participants in this session will learn about the history of LinguaFolio and the development of e-LinguaFolio, an online version free to districts across the country. Participants will learn how they can set up their own district’s or state’s e-LinguaFolio using the shared software and deploying it with teachers and students. Presenter(s): Ann Marie Gunter and Helga K. Fasciano, North Carolina Department of Public Instruction; Robert Crawford and Debora L. Nicholson, West Virginia Department of Education Sponsor(s): NCSSFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon B/C
146 Learn with NADSFL—Advocacy Through Alignment: Linking the ACTFL and Common Core Standards Language instruction supporting this nationwide initiative will allow for advocacy opportunities in the core curriculum for all students. Explore connections between ACTFL’s National Standards and the CCSS Initiative linking states through Common Core for literacy. Participants will use ACTFL’s “crosswalk” to explore activities in the target language that clearly link to the English Common Core State Standards. Presenter(s): Lea Graner Kennedy, Stonington High School Sponsor(s): NADSFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon D
147 ACTFL Research SIG Business Meeting with Speaker Bill VanPatten The Research SIG’s annual business meeting will follow Dr. VanPatten’s presentation, “It All Comes Down to Input: Is It That Simple?” There will be time for questions and discussion following the presentation. Presenter(s): Bill VanPatten, Michigan State University; Victoria Russell, Valdosta State University; Silvia Peart, U. S. Naval Academy; Marcela van Olphen, St. Leo University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Research SIG
Learn how Gilbert Public Schools created a culture in professional learning that focuses on developing learning stations to improve achievement while engaging students in active learning. Learning Stations are utilized to reinforce language concepts required in course curriculum/state standards. Participants observe examples of actual stations used in practice for proficiency. Presenter(s): Jennifer Wortzel and Andrew Szczepaniak, Gilbert Public Schools, AZ Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon L
149 Teaching Vocabulary in the Immersion Classroom: Bringing Words to Life This session will inform immersion teachers about how to best introduce and actually teach new vocabulary in the context of academic instruction. New research on reading aloud and on interactive discussion of vocabulary will empower all participants to move away from simply defining words and writing words in sentences in order to more fully expand students’ linguistic repertoires. Presenter(s): Therese Sullivan Caccavale, Holliston Public Schools Sponsor(s): ACTFL Immersion SIG Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 8 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 102 A
150 NCATE Standards Revision This session will outline the proposed changes in the ACTFL/NCATE standards based on the recommendations of a task force that worked on the revisions. The revised standards will be approved by the new association, CAEP, formed from the merger of NCATE and TEAC. The audience will have the opportunity to react to the ACTFL/NCATE standards revisions and provide input. Presenter(s): Dave C. McAlpine, University of Arkansas; Judith L. Shrum, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
151 Refugees and Education
Presenter(s): Valentin Duenas Jimenez, Embassy of Spain Sponsor(s): Embassy of Spain Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: Spanish Applicable Language(s): Spanish
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 103 A
152 Service Learning and LocationBased Gaming in Language Instruction The presenters will discuss a particular classroom structure that combines both community-based servicelearning projects and student-created location-based games. Presenters will outline how locations were selected, how the games were created and the immediate and long-term outcomes of the project. Presenter(s): Kevin M. Gaugler and Jessica Hasapis, Marist College; Mirla Gonzalez, University of Kansas Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 103 B
153 Technology to Enhance Language Learning: Demonstrations from the Field Participants will see demonstrations of how technology can be used to reinforce all communicative modes; facilitate performance-based assessments in real-life situations; and enable students to practice and share what they have learned. Panelists will introduce apps and demonstrate their uses applicable to all languages. Presenter(s): Mary Elizabeth Hart, National Foreign Language Center; Chia-Chyi Chiu, Saint Andrew’s School; Ying Jin, Cupertino High School; Yvonne Lau, Depaul University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
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Friday November 16, 2012
Daily Program
FRIday, November 16, 2012
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 103 C
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 105 A
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 107 B
154 iPad—iClass—iSpanish
157 Italian Pedagogy III
The iPad enables students to explore and acquire knowledge working with each other, changing the role of the teacher. The classroom moves from a teaching setting to more of a learning environment. Apps used in a third-year language program to achieve this paradigm shift will be demonstrated and discussed.
This session presents the following papers on various approaches to the teaching of Italian language and culture: Amadis, Palmerin & Co: From Spanish Bestsellers to Italian Chartbusters (Fiumara); Building and Making Connections: The Value of an Internship in Italy (Svaldi); Sviluppare la competenza (inter)culturale nella lezione di Italiano (Benetti)
160 Designing a Successful Short-Term Foreign Language Study Tour
Presenter(s): Charles E. Long, Choate Rosemary Hall Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 104 A
155 The ABCs of Online and Hybrid Courses Online and hybrid courses offer students who may not be reached in a traditional mode, the opportunity of language learning. By integrating effective instructional design, a variety of technologies and assessments in all language skills, online and hybrid courses help students develop proficiency in the language. Presenter(s): Mayra Cortes-Torres (Chair) and Elena Maria Grajeda, Pima Community College Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 104 B
156 Language Learning Abroad: American High School Students in Chinese Homestays The study abroad homestay is often considered a prime context for language and culture learning. This presentation will review findings of a qualitative case study of American high school students and their Chinese host families, suggesting the value of taking both student and host perspectives into account. Presenter(s): Celeste Kinginger, Penn State University; Dali Tan, Northern Virginia Community College Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English, Chinese Applicable Language(s): All
Presenter(s): Morena Svaldi (Chair), Mount Holyoke College; Francesco Fiumara, Southeastern Louisiana University; Antonio Benetti, Consulate General of Italy in New York Sponsor(s): AATI Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English, Italian Applicable Language: Italian
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 106 A
158 L’Italiano Entra nell’Era Digitale This session will focus on digital workbooks, interactive grammar, interactive quizzes and games, blogs, wikis and more, in an innovative multi-platform for Italian. Presenter(s): Tina Scudelletti-Alabbas (Chair), Edizioni Edilingua; Cristiana Panicco, Istituto S. Anna–Sorrento Lingue; Rita Pasqui, University of Pennsylvania Sponsor(s): AATI Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English, Italian Applicable Language(s): Italian
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 107 A
159 Using Surveys to Assess Students’ Perceptions: An Experience This presentation focuses on the use of surveys as an assessment tool to evaluate student perceptions about a program’s goals and pedagogical practices and about their own learning. Presenter(s): Donatella Melucci and Anna De Fina, Georgetown University Sponsor(s): AATI Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: Italian Applicable Language(s): Italian
Join Us at the ACTFL Awards Ceremony Everyone is invited on Friday, November 16 at 6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m. to the 2012 ACTFL Awards Ceremony in the Grand Ballroom Salon H at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown. Join us in honoring the winners of prestigious ACTFL awards and recognizing ACTFL President Dave McAlpine for his service this year.
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Foreign language faculty are increasingly being asked to lead short-term study tours abroad. This session will provide participants with the tools to develop their own programs at their home institutions, from establishing underlying program objectives to developing a budget. Additionally, recent studies evaluating short-term programs will be reviewed. Presenter(s): Claire Ziamandanis, The College of Saint Rose Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 108 A
161 Developing Common Core Literacy Through World Languages ACTFL’s crosswalk of the Common Core Standards with the National Standards for Language Learning outlines a common vision of literacy for learning a first or second language. What are the implications for world language classrooms? Explore classroom examples describing assessment and instruction to develop literacy at novice, intermediate, and advanced levels. Presenter(s): Paul Sandrock, ACTFL; Brandee Mau, Campbell County High School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 108 B
162 Authentic Project-Based Learning: Increasing Proficiency Through Relevance This session is designed for secondary teachers to explore strategies to increase student proficiency through relevant authentic project-based units of study with a global perspective. Innovative student projects integrating culture and language provide a model to create project-based learning scenarios. Presenter(s): Joyce Smetanka Campbell, Mercy High School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
FRIday, November 16, 2012
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 109 A
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 110 B
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 112 A
163 Executing Japanese-Language Program Articulation Projects: How to Make Them Work
166 Art in the Classroom: Merging Literacy, Storytelling and Cultural Content
169 Assessing Language and Culture Competencies for Native Speakers
Four Japanese-language program articulation projects that are being undertaken in Virginia as part of the Japanese Global Articulation Project (J-GAP) will be discussed, centering around such topics as (a) networking and dialoguing among professionals of different educational institutions, and (b) development of a common general curricular framework, assessment and instruction.
Merge literacy, storytelling, and cultural content in the world language classroom through art. Authentic Japanese, Peruvian, Chinese, and American works of art allow even novice language learners to use higher level thinking and make cultural comparisons as they describe, compare, and create stories with authentic art.
Beginning in 2016, Michigan high school graduating classes will need at least two years of world languages or demonstrated equivalency. Districts must provide age-appropriate and reliable assessments to measure native speakers’ language skills and cultural knowledge. Dearborn is working to develop meaningful and authentic Arabic tests for four full years.
Presenter(s): Lisa F. Berkson and Yumi Furumoto, Dobson High School; Isabel Espino de Valdivia and Shuhei Hokonohara, Allderdice High School Sponsor(s): AATJ Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Chinese, Japanese, Spanish
Presenter(s): Nabila Hammami and Nawf Abou-Dib, Dearborn Public Schools; Kathleen McBroom, Administrative Service Center Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English, Arabic Applicable Language(s): Arabic
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 111 A
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 112 B
167 Authentic Material in Teaching Arabic: A Critical Language Issue
170 Beyond “Understanding”: Empowering Beginning Language Students Through a Katakana Project
Presenter(s): Sufumi So (Chair), George Mason University; Mieko Kawai, Tomoko Marshall, and Tomomi Sato, University of Virginia; Koji Otani, Thomas Jefferson High School Sponsor(s): AATJ Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: Japanese Applicable Language(s): Japanese
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 109 B
164 The Language Educator Magazine from ACTFL: Your Voice in Print ACTFL’s popular magazine, The Language Educator, provides valuable resources to the profession and allows you to share what is happening in your classroom or program. Learn how to target your submission to see your words and images in print! Find out what an article should say about excellent practices in language learning and get tips for good magazine writing. Presenter(s): Sandy Cutshall and Pauline Goulah, The Language Educator Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 110 A
165 AATJ Paper Presentations I Implementation of “Shadowing” as Communicative Approach in Everyday Classrooms (Sekine); L2 Learners’ Japanese Pronunciation Self-Monitoring Skill (Hirano-Cook) Presenter(s): Shigeko Sekine, California State University Monterey Bay; Erika Hirano-Cook and Megumu Tamura, Pennsylvania State University Sponsor(s): AATJ Strand: Research, The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Applicable Language(s): Japanese
Authentic materials as a concept and strategy have become more common in Arabic language classrooms. However, educators struggle with defining what “authentic materials” mean and how to effectively integrate them in language classrooms. In this session, the topic of authentic materials will be discussed within the context of teaching Arabic. Presenter(s): Mouna Mana, University of Maryland Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English, Arabic Applicable Language(s): Arabic
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 111 B
168 Promoting 21st Century Skills Through Integrating Social Justice Issues A thematically based curriculum with a foundation of social justice tenets assists language learners to meet the competencies of 21st century skills. This interactive introduction to the concepts and implementation of social justice will provide practical ideas and strategies to attendees. Presenter(s): Raquel Oxford, University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
This presentation will introduce a Japanese characterbased project that was implemented in a second year Japanese class. Presenters will discuss the significance of this project as a tool to develop learners’ critical and creative thinking skills, and to provide opportunities to express their individuality through the Japanese language. Presenter(s): Miyuki Yamamoto, University of Notre Dame; Nobuko Chikamatsu, Depaul University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: Japanese Applicable Language(s): Japanese
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 113 A
171 Beyond the Textbook: Organic Language Acquisition Through Movement and Community Go beyond textbooks and worksheets to create an interactive, motivating immersion classroom where students are communicating and achieving proficiency through a strong community. In this exciting, hands-on session, participants will not only experience learning a language organically, but will also learn techniques to incorporate movement and student-generated curriculum. Presenter(s): Darcy Rogers, Crater Renaissance Academy; Hannah Pratt, Lincoln High School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
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Friday November 16, 2012
Daily Program
Friday November 16, 2012
Daily Program
FRIday, November 16, 2012
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 113 B
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 115 A
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 116
172 Teaching Writing in French Using Best Practices: The ÉCRI Model
175 Get in the Game: Language Learning Is No Spectator Sport
The presentation will focus on an instructional model that organizes best practices in the teaching of writing in second language contexts. This model (ÉCRI) was co-created in a professional learning community by teachers and researchers interested in the improvement of the teaching and learning of writing.
Students become more engaged in learning as they “get in the game” by participating in hands-on activities. Motivation and retention increase as a result of incorporating new high-interest resources, such as music, manipulatives, and realia. Join the team as session presenters share their play book for engaging sideline learners.
178 Making Language Curriculum, Software, and Materials Effective for Preschool/Kindergarten
Presenter(s): Allan Roy and Josée Le Bouthillier, University of New Brunswick Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: French Applicable Language(s): French
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 113 C
173 Service Learning at Home and Abroad: Best Practices to Promote Learning This presentation explores best practices in service learning (SL) that promote communicative and cultural competence for students with different majors. We discuss the experience of two universities developing local and international projects. This presentation highlights how SL programs enhance learning outcomes for students and the impact they can have in a community. Presenter(s): Ana M. Caula, Slippery Rock University; Therese Tardio, Carnegie Mellon University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish
Presenter(s): Laurin Hayes Baker, Lori B. McCool, and Sheila G. Lee, Landrum High School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 115 B
176 Using Connections and Comparisons to Foster Intercultural Learning What is the difference between teaching culture and teaching to be competent in another culture? This session will provide strategies for increasing teachers’ knowledge base and confidence to foster intercultural learning by involving students in experiential activities in the classroom. Discussion is applicable to commonly and less commonly taught languages.
The call for language education programs for preschool/ kindergarten is expanding rapidly. Finding developmentally appropriate curricula, software/apps, learning materials and activities for the unique learning needs of young children is challenging. This session for teachers and developers shows how to adapt your materials to be effective with young learners. Presenter(s): Karen Nemeth, Language Castle LLC Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 8 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 117
179 CEFR and ACTFL Scales: SelfAssessment vs. Actual Evaluation How well do American and Dutch students selfassess their proficiency using the CEFR and the ACTFL scales? Which descriptors attract the attention of self-assessors and which ones do they ignore? A comparative, audience-interactive study of actual ratings, the key descriptors of those levels and student self-descriptions.
Presenter(s): Sheila W. Cockey and Anup P. Mahajan, National Capital Language Resource Center Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Presenter(s): Arthur Mosher, University of Dayton; Peter Jan Slagter, Utrecht University; Eric Surface, SWA Consulting, Inc. Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 115 C
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 118 A
174 See What Goes on in the Classroom of the ACTFL National Language Teacher of the Year!
177 Strategies for Engaging Heritage Learners: Ownership and Autonomy
180 Assessing LCTLs Proficiency Assessment Tools: What Will Work for You?
How do we create globally competent students and what is the role of language study in this new order? Teachers will see how to integrate global content in lessons on a daily basis through various techniques and discuss how to create opportunities for students to use this knowledge in various disciplines. The presentation focuses on the integration of language study and displays student work that emphasizes communication, critical thinking and collaboration within the classroom and through technology. Student examples incorporating 21st century tools will be provided.
In order to create optimal learning environments and experiences for heritage learners, both personalization and learner autonomy are key issues. Fostering students’ ownership of course content and autonomy as they develop their skills are especially important factors that educators must consider when designing courses for heritage learners.
To choose an assessment tool that meets students’ needs, educators need to know the pros and cons of the myriad of available tests. While selecting appropriate tests is challenging, this presentation provides a realistic and practical assessment of the existing proficiency tools and discusses their reliability, validity and practicality.
Presenter(s): Megan Echevarria and Ignacio Pérez Ibáñez, University of Rhode Island Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish, Other
Presenter(s): Dany Doueiri, California State University, San Bernardino; Gaby Semaan, University of Toledo Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 114 Lecture Hall
Presenter(s): Marty Abbott (Chair), ACTFL; Yo Azama, North Salinas High School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
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FRIday, November 16, 2012
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 118 B
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 119 B
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 120 C
181 Teaching Language, Culture, and Writing Through Popular Music
184 Development and Vitality of Heritage Language Education in the United States
187 Cultures, Communities and Connections: Technology for Intercultural Citizenship
This presentation outlines the history of heritage language education in the United States and the impact that STARTALK, with its focus on “critical languages,” has had. Recommendations are made for future initiatives that will continue to build U.S. language capacity, drawing on the strengths of heritage language communities and speakers.
Two related interactive presentations explore how the use of innovative technology, such as films, social networking, etc. can be used to foster intercultural awareness in German L2 classrooms. This session demonstrates how to create a learning environment that is beneficial to students’ developing identities as global citizens.
Presenter(s): Joy Peyton and Terrence Wiley, Center for Applied Linguistics; Catherine Ingold and Shuhan Wang, National Foreign Language Center, University of Maryland Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Presenter(s): Vincent VanderHeijden, University of Texas at Austin; Carla Ghanem, Arizona State University Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): German
Popular music in Spanish appeals to students while providing an authentic context for practicing critical language skills both orally and in writing. In order to measure language development, students compile a cultural writing portfolio of formal compositions and reflections, culminating with an original composition of music and lyrics. Presenter(s): Beth J. Therien, Joel Barlow High School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 118 C
182 TELL Me How! A Teacher Effectiveness Framework for World Language Teachers The Teacher Effectiveness for Language Learning (TELL) Project is a collection of products and processes that world language educators can use to enhance their effectiveness as teachers. Explore the foundational piece, the Teacher Effectiveness for Language Learning Framework, supporting documents and draft a plan for possible implementation within your department/ district. Presenter(s): Thomas Sauer, Fayette County Public Schools; Gregory W. Duncan, Interprep, Inc; Sharon Deering, Arlington ISD; Alyssa Villarreal, Memphis City Schools Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 119 A
183 Developing a Successful Elementary Language Program
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 120 A
185 Effective Advocacy: From Novice to Superior Languages play a role in our national security and economic strength, and in our ability to build mutually beneficial relationships with other cultures. For many, German is a clear choice for language study, others need convincing. Learn about resources to advocate for and promote German language studies at all levels. Presenter(s): Thomas Keith Cothrun, AATG Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English, German Applicable Language(s): German
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 120 B
186 Comedy Across Cultures and the Curriculum
Charlottesville City Schools is proud of its elementary Spanish program. In this session, the FLES teachers will explain the creation of the program (choosing a design, creating a curriculum), the implementation of the program into all of the division’s schools, as well as sustaining it.
This panel explores approaches to teaching comedy in upper-division courses taught in English and German with respect to promoting transcultural and translingual competence. German-language examples in film, TV, and drama provide models for connecting foreignlanguage programs to other disciplines and connecting the target-language culture to students’ first-language cultures.
Presenter(s): Mary-Elizabeth Via, Stacy Diaz, and Sally Strickler, Charlottesville City Schools; Kristin C. Johnson, Albemarle County Public Schools Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Presenter(s): Lisa Parkes, Harvard University; Astrid Klocke, Northern Arizona University; Bettina Matthias, Middlebury Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): German
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 121 A
188 Backward and Onward: Lesson Planning for a Theme-Based Curriculum Presenters share lesson plans for beginning and intermediate German language courses based on Backward Design principles. In particular, lesson plans incorporate a theme-based approach and concise application of performance assessment rubrics. The panel aims to share best practices of in-class and out-of class (online) spiraled interaction. Presenter(s): Christina Frei (Chair), University of Pennsylvania; Astrid Weigert, Georgetown University Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): German
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 121 B
189 Harry Trapped in Time—Deutsche Welle’s New Animated Series The session presents DW’s new animated online series for students of German. It combines high-quality animation with interactive exercises, a vocabulary trainer, grammar and downloadable worksheets for classroom purposes. A number of games support the learning process. The series offers an ideal combination of entertainment and educational material. Presenter(s): Zuzana Leetz, Deutsche Welle Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: German Applicable Language(s): German
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Friday November 16, 2012
Daily Program
FRIday, November 16, 2012
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 121 C
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 123
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 126 A
190 Cheng & Tsui CLTA Walton Presentation Prize (Part II)
193 Content-Based Chinese Courses: Issues, Challenges and Solutions
Three papers will be presented by this year’s Walton Presentation Prize finalists. The Walton Presentation Prize is awarded to recognize the best first-time presentation at the CLTA Annual Meeting: Deictic Gestures in Learning Chinese Topic-Comment Sentences (Paul); How Contextual Information and Cultural Familiarity Affect Chinese Colloquial Idioms Comprehension (Li); English Thinking in CLLs’ Speaking by Examining Spatial-Temporal Metaphors (Causarano)
Three presentations of this panel will discuss several issues, challenges and solutions related to Chinese content-based courses with the goal of enabling instructors to improve students’ literature, culture, and language learning outcomes. Examples of how to balance teaching of content with attention to language proficiency will be provided. A Content-Based Course on Chinese Folk Performance (Wu); The Effect of Content-Based Instruction on Advanced Chinese Language Acquisition (Jing-Schmidt); A Content-Based Course on Chinese Ghost Literature and Culture (Liu)
196 CAPLfrançais: Using Culturally Authentic Images in the Classroom
Presenter(s): Wei Hong (Chair), Purdue University; Jing Paul, University of Hawaii at Manoa; Yu Li, The University of Iowa; Pei-ni Causarano, University of New Mexico Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): All
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 122 A
191 A Study of Student Evaluation of College Chinese Language Instructors This study investigates the special learning needs of Chinese learners of beginner, intermediate and advanced level respectively in Chinese language instruction through the tool of student evaluation. The components of effective teaching valued by students across levels are identified and applications of evaluation to teacher training are discussed. Presenter(s): Kening Li, Inter-University Program for Chinese Language Studies; Rongzhen Li, Yale University; Qiuyu Wang, Harvard University Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 122 B
192 Backward Design and Diagnostic/Contextual Assessments in AP Chinese Course Throughout the AP Chinese course, frequent, explicit and differentiated assessments are an integral part in evaluating students’ cultural knowledge and language skills in completing complex tasks within contexts guided by three modes of communication. This presentation will show participants how this integration can be effectively implemented based on backward design. Presenter(s): Jianmin Luo (Chair), Chadwick School; Baocai Paul Jia, Cupertino High School; Xiaohong Teng, Harrison High School Sponsor(s): CLASS Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English, Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
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Presenter(s): Sue-mei Wu and Gang Liu, Carnegie Mellon University; Zhuo Jing-Schmidt, University of Oregon Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English, Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 124
194 Incorporating Effective Formative and Alternative Assessments in Chinese Language Pedagogy This panel focuses on the paradigm, methodology, practice and implication of formative and alternative assessments, which have been increasingly acknowledged by Chinese pedagogues and incorporated into their student-centered curricula. Specifically, self and peer assessment, portfolio assessment, relevant rubrics and checklists, together with students’ own perspectives will be discussed. Presenter(s): Ka Wong (Chair), St Olaf College; Christopher Magriney, University of Southern California; Ying Zhou, Defense Language Institute, Monterey Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English, Chinese Applicable Language(s): All
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 125
195 Building an Engaging and Research-Based Chinese Program in K–6 Classrooms This program will present the curriculum, teaching materials, instructional strategies, student activities and assessment tasks appropriate for Chinese language learners in K–6 classrooms. We will also report the results of our pilot study in a second-grade classroom, including video clips and student work samples. Presenter(s): Belinda Louie (Chair), University of Washington, Tacoma; Wenling Li, Trident University International; Qizhi Jenny Yang, Evergreen Chinese Academy Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 8 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Chinese
The Culturally Authentic Pictorial Lexicon in French, or CAPLfrançais, is an extensive collection of photographs shot in France and French-speaking Canada. This open source database provides a refreshing and up-to-date alternative to publisher generated material for teaching language and culture. Presenter(s): Katrine R. Pflanze, Washington & Jefferson College Sponsor(s): PSMLA Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): French
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 126 B
197 Promoting Target-Language Instruction Through Professional Development: A Structured Approach This session focuses on professional development to guide and support language educators, both pre- and in-service, in their efforts to use the target language almost exclusively in the classroom. Professional development activities featured will include the use of target-language journals and logs, reflective video analyses, and guided observation tasks. Presenter(s): Ruth S. Owens, Arkansas State University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Room 406
198 Strategies for Teaching Heritage Learners in the Heritage/Second Language Classroom This session features two presentations: Teaching the Heritage Language Through Student Autobiographies and Heritage Speakers in “Gringo Spaces” of the Spanish L2 Classroom. Participants will learn about strategies to help students learn the mechanics and stylistics of Spanish and strategies to develop more inclusive and critically bilingual classroom communities. Presenter(s): Maria Cristina Montoya, SUNY-Oneonta; Adam Schwartz, University of South Florida; Kimberly Potowski, University of Illinois Sponsor(s): ACTFL Spanish for Native Speakers SIG Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
FRIday, November 16, 2012
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Room 414
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Room 415
199 Issues in Portuguese Pedagogy
200 National Standards-Based Greek Curricula Targeting the 21st Century Skills
As the Portuguese language gains popularity, several questions in pedagogy have risen: What variety should we teach? How do we teach it in mixed classrooms with heritage and non-heritage learners? What are the best teaching practices? These and other relevant questions will be addressed in three presentations in this session. Portuguese: Seven Countries, One Voice? (Viviani and Estima); Learning Portuguese: Heritage and Non-heritage Learners’ Perspectives on Mixed Classroom (Gontijo); From Parts of Speech to Word Combinations (Silva) Presenter(s): Liliane Viviani and Sonia N. Estima, Defense Language Institute; Viviane Gontijo, University of Massachusetts Dartmouth; Cassia Silva, Key Languages, Inc. Sponsor(s): ACTFL Portuguese SIG Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Portuguese
Two papers showcase innovative, National Standardsbased Greek language curricula that are targeting the 21st century skills. A Standards-Based Greek FLES Curriculum Targeting the 21st Century Skills (Bairaktari and Przywara); Standards-Based Performance Learning and the 21st Century Skills (Lekkakou) Presenter(s): Elpida Bairaktari and Maribeth Przywara, Odyssey Charter School; Ioanna Lekkakou, Greek Ministry of Education Sponsor(s): ACTFL Modern Greek SIG Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 8 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Greek
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Room 501
201 ACTFL African-American SIG Business Meeting
3:00 p.m. – 3:50 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 1
E26 Community Service and Language Instruction Whether you and your students use iPhones, iPads or Androids, we all use technology to teach and improve language learning. We will present new ideas for making learning fun with the help of the technology teens already love to use as well as presenting ideas for how community service opportunities can pick up where helpfulness of digital devices may end. More than just apps, we will share our field-tested methods to prove increased language learning, retention, and participation. Presenter(s): Pat Maloney, Ned Clark, and Johnny Perkins, Travel for Teens, LLC Sponsor(s): Travel for Teens LLC Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Chinese, French, German, Italian, Spanish
2:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 101
202 NECTFL Board Meeting
Join us for SCOLT/AAFLT/SEALLT
April 11 - 13, 2013 Birmingham, AL
World Language Learning: Setting the Global Standard
Sheraton Birmingham Keynote speaker: John DeMado Information and registration online at http://www.scolt.org
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Friday November 16, 2012
Daily Program
FRIday, November 16, 2012
3:00 p.m. – 3:50 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 2
3:00 p.m. – 3:50 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 4
E27 Temas y contextos: New AP* Spanish from Vista Higher Learning
E29 Online Learning for Lexical Acquisition
Learn about and receive samples from Temas y contextos: AP* Spanish Language and Culture (basal) and Vista Higher Learning AP* Spanish: Preparing for the Language and Culture Exam (worktext)—in both print and digital formats. Fluency, creativity, and solid preparation for both large contexts and precise language details: come see what specialization does best. * AP is a registered trademark of the College Board, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse this product.
Presenter(s): Norah Jones, Vista Higher Learning Sponsor(s): Vista Higher Learning Strand: Instruction Applicable Level(s): High School Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish
3:00 p.m. – 3:50 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 3
E28 Introducing Ritmos—A New Text for Beginning College Spanish Ritmos—Beginning Spanish Language and Culture is a combined digital and print text that focuses extensively on cultural learning while setting realistic grammar and vocabulary goals. If you desire more robust and relevant cultural content for your beginning Spanish sequence, Ritmos is the solution. Come find out more at our session! Presenter(s): Lee Forester, Evia Learning Inc. Sponsor(s): Evia Learning Inc. Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish
Learn how Duke, MIT, San Diego State, West Point and other leading schools are using Transparent Language’s online learning system to deliver effective foreign language instruction and encourage a more globally minded campus community. When integrated with an existing language curricula, Transparent Language Online lets instructors customize the learning material to improve learning outcomes. As a supplement to existing curricula, Transparent Language Online provides hundreds of hours of learning material in a system that reports on student usage. Finally, as a self-guided resource, the system enables learning of over 80 languages including many less commonly taught languages such as Arabic, Haitian Creole, Mandarin, Persian Farsi and many more. We will demonstrate how to monitor usage, manage classes, track student progress, and create custom learning material as well as give attendees a chance to try Transparent Language Online firsthand. Presenter(s): Charles McGonagle, Ewa Zeoli, and Kristen Craft, Transparent Language Sponsor(s): Transparent Language, Inc. Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
3:00 p.m. – 3:50 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 5
E30 Inspired Learning—Getting the Most out of French Materials An “invitation au voyage” through materials for learning French as a foreign language. Discover our textbooks including multimedia and digital resources for all ages and levels, and see how engaging learning French can be! Samples of new materials will be available along with a demo of the digital versions. Presenter(s): Christine Buttin, Hachette Livre International Sponsor(s): MEP School Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): French
Session Handouts in the ACTFL Online Community Presenters are being encouraged to upload their handouts in the Resources section of the ACTFL Online Community at community.actfl.org.
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3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon A
203 Lead with NCSSFL: Creating 21st Century Job Skills: Combining World Languages and Career and Technical Educational (CTE) Pathways By moving to a single statewide diploma, many states have observed explosive growth in the study of world languages in school systems with high enrollment in Career and Technical Educational (CTE) pathways. Participants will discover how CTE partners and career-focused Memoranda of Understanding with international departments of education can make concrete steps to ensure a solid link between classroom language learning and the language needs of the business community. Presenter(s): Jon Valentine, Georgia Department of Education; Gregory A. Fulkerson, Department of Defense Education Activity Sponsor(s): NCSSFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon B/C
204 Learn with NADSFL—Assessment Design for Performance: A Collective Call to Act When New York eliminated its foreign language exams, a consortia of over 80 district supervisors from Long Island and across the state initiated a call to action for creating assessments which surpass those state exams. This session will share the process toward building an assessment that shows what learners can do. Presenter(s): Carmen Campos, Cole Spring Harbor High School; Jennifer Eddy, Queens College CUNY; Lillian Carey, Hauppauge High School Sponsor(s): NADSFL Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon J
205 Best of PNCFL: Comprehensible, Communicative, and Collaborative Re-examine your routines. Ideas for routines, management, and formative assessment will be demonstrated. Add activities to your arsenal. No-prep, low-tech activities will be presented. Keep them reading. Ideas for spicing up silent reading, storytelling, bookmaking, and other reading activities will be shared. Presenter(s): Lynn Johnston, Alderwood Middle School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 102 A
206 Helping Students Discover Their Voice Through Digital Storytelling In today’s digital age, sharing stories with our global community is becoming more common as new technologies and apps make creating digital storybooks quick and easy. We will discuss how to use the tools you already have available to create beautiful digital storybooks that seamlessly fit into your curriculum. Presenter(s): Dorie Perugini, Glastonbury Public Schools Sponsor(s): NNELL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 102 B
207 Japanese Manga and French Graphic Novels: An Unexpected Match This session will provide instructors with ways to relate to the students’ interests by introducing the manga movement that has skyrocketed in recent years. Language activities centered around the French Nouvelle Manga will be presented to engage your students in a cross-cultural activity that will develop their communicative competency. Presenter(s): Sarah N. Mecheneau (Chair) and Solene Inceoglu, Michigan State University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English, French Applicable Language(s): French
FRIday, November 16, 2012
3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 103 A
3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 104 A
208 Technology with ‘Tweens: Adapting Technological Activities for Beginning Language Learners
211 Connecting Language Learners Online—Challenges and Strengths of Electronic Tools
Finding authentic and age-appropriate technological activities can be challenging for teachers of beginning language learners. This session offers many ideas that engage the iGeneration student while building a strong linguistic base and cultural awareness. Presenters created a Wikipage for participants to continue the exchange of ideas beyond the conference.
This presentation discusses a cross-cultural, crosslingual electronic exchange including e-mail, videoconferences, and blogs. After outlining the exchange’s effects on students’ language skills and intercultural competence, the presentation will focus on highlighting strengths and weaknesses of these electronic tools. Ways to incorporate electronic exchanges in other language classes will be discussed.
Presenter(s): Rebecca Nelson, Millburn Township; Monica J. Johnston, Collegiate Middle School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 8 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): French, Spanish
3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 103 B
209 Improving Web 2.0 Technology Skills Through Online Professional Development This session describes an innovative online course designed to create technology literate K–12 language teachers. Using the TPACK framework teacher participants acquired knowledge and skills to implement Web 2.0 technologies into their classrooms. Using best practices in pedagogy and technology, research revealed significant changes in teaching practices and technology use. Presenter(s): Aleidine Moeller and Carolina Bustamante, University of Nebraska-Lincoln; Sheri Hurlbut Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 103 C
210 Digitally Speaking: Free Digital Resources to Improve Oral Proficiency This session will focus on how to use free digital resources to improve oral proficiency. Participants will learn how to use a wide variety of websites to make speaking tasks engaging and fun, and how to share student work digitally through blog sites, thereby transforming class assignments into “published” work. Presenter(s): Catherine Ritz, Arlington Public Schools Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Presenter(s): Theresa Schenker, Michigan State University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): German
3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 104 B
212 Supporting Less Commonly Taught Language Teachers Through Communities of Practice Mandarin, Arabic, Japanese and teachers of less commonly taught languages often report being isolated and desiring opportunities for professional growth and networking. This session will share how Lave and Wenger’s conceptual framework of “community of practice” can provide a way to tackle these issues by creating opportunities for supporting educators. Presenter(s): Diane Lee and Liza Lizcano, Stanford University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 105 A
213 Italian Pedagogy IV These papers provide various approaches to the teaching of Italian language and culture: Imagining and Imaging Rome (Waldbaum); Women in Lyrics. Italian Women Protesting Through Music (Serra); Grammar Through Imagery: Inductive and Deductive Approaches (Batterman) Presenter(s): Roberta Waldbaum (Chair), University of Denver; Ilaria Serra, Florida Atlantic University; Henry Batterman, Gonzaga University Sponsor(s): AATI Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All
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Daily Program
Friday November 16, 2012
Daily Program
FRIday, November 16, 2012
3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 105 B
3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 108 A
3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 109 B
214 Why Learn a World Language? What the Current Research Says
217 Nonverbal Communication in Spanish-Speaking Countries: The Importance of Gestures
220 Publishing Your Research in ACTFL’s Foreign Language Annals
What does recent research say about the benefits of bilingualism or learning a world language? This investigation explored multiple databases to access empirical research published from 2005 to 2011. Quantitative and qualitative results report multiple benefits, including increased academic achievement, greater cognitive abilities, intercultural competence, and increased earning power. Presenter(s): Rebecca Fox, Olga I. Corretjer, and Jie Tian, George Mason University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 106 B
215 Perspectives: Sustainability of AP Italian Language Program— Global Competition This session with Enti Gestori directors representing the geographical regions of the United States will present strategies and effective practices for sustainability of Italian language in communities and schools. This includes effective teaching strategies utilizing integration of technology, best practices, and research on world language demographics. Presenter(s): Daniel Stabile (Chair), National COPILAS; Cristiano Maggipinto, Embassy of Italy in Washington; Roberto Pennazzato, Consulate General of Italy in Chicago; Daria Mizza, SAIS–Johns Hopkins University; Ilaria Costa, Italian American Committee on Education Sponsor(s): AATI Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: Italian Applicable Language(s): Italian
3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 107 A
216 Intercultural Competence This session will feature a presentation entitled Sviluppare la Competenza (Inter)Culturale Nella Lezione di Italiano. Presenter(s): Paola Ebranati (Chair), Consulate General of Italy; Tiberio Snaidero, Queens College-CUNY Sponsor(s): AATI Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: Italian Applicable Language(s): Italian
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Although students learn to express themselves verbally in foreign language classes, they are often not taught how to produce and understand nonverbal cues. This session will show how to use videos in an authentic context to teach gestures and how to modify the activities for different levels of Spanish. Presenter(s): Sandra J. Mulryan, Community College of Baltimore County Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish
3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 108 B
218 Personal Professional Development for Cultural Content: An Invitation The ACTFL Survey on Standards found that many teachers expressed hesitancy in teaching products, practices, and perspectives due to limited knowledge of cultures themselves. This session invites teachers to participate in a year-long professional development experiment using the Cultural Framework to build their own competencies. Presenter(s): June K. Phillips (Chair), Weber State University; Judith L. Shrum, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Mary Joy Lewis, William Fleming High School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 109 A
219 AATJ Special Session: Getting the Most out of Your AATJ Membership! Are you benefiting from all of the events, activities, and services that AATJ has to offer? Learn about maximizing your school’s participation in the Nengajou Contest, Japanese National Honor Society and Japanese National Exam. See how to write an ACTFL proposal and participate in online collaboration with your Japanese colleagues. Presenter(s): Jessica L. Haxhi (Chair), Maloney Interdistrict Magnet School; Nana Suzumura, The Woodlands College Park High School; Lynn Sessler Schmaling, Clovis Grove Elementary Sponsor(s): AATJ Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English, Japanese Applicable Language(s): Japanese
Representatives of the Editorial Board and the Editor of Foreign Language Annals will discuss approaches for developing a successful scholarly manuscript for publication. Topics that will be discussed are: transforming your dissertation into a publishable manuscript, converting your conference presentation into manuscript form, and language polishing techniques for scholarly writing. Presenter(s): Audrey L. Heining-Boynton, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; James Sweigert; Paul Toth, Temple University; Julie Cain, NCJIT; Mary Ann Lyman-Hager, San Diego State University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 110 A
221 Minna No Can-Do Site: Online Database Tool for 21st Century Teachers Setting clear goals is essential to thematic instruction which fosters autonomous learners who can effectively acquire 21st century skills. The Japan Foundation developed JF Standard and its online database tool to support language educators to design their courses suitable for thematic instruction. Presenter(s): Maki Watanabe Isoyama and Yuka Kitazono, The Japan Foundation; Ruri H. Hirsch, University of Pennsylvania Sponsor(s): AATJ Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English, Japanese Applicable Language(s): Japanese
3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 110 B
222 Skype and Google Your Way to Success in Language Teaching Session cancelled by presenter
FRIday, November 16, 2012
3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 111 A
3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 112 B
3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 113 C
223 National Standards for Korean Language Curriculum Framework
226 Dynamic Instructional Strategies and Techniques for the Arabic Language
229 Finding Your Voice Outdoors: Using Nature to Inspire Student Communication
An interactive presentation of dynamic instructional strategies, techniques, and tools that will engage and motivate native and non-native K–8 Arabic language learners to be inspired and enriched. Moreover, the effective applications of technology to monitor, assess, and reteach, so as to facilitate and enable proficiency in Arabic will be demonstrated.
Join the “no child left inside” environmental movement with your language students. The outdoors provides rich, varied prompts for students to use the target language in all three modes. Experience activities and leave with instructions, drawing on resources of Concordia Language Villages, residential, outdoor language programs in 15 languages.
Presenter(s): Majed Younes and Waseem Younis, Dearborn Academy Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 8 Language of Presentation: English, Arabic Applicable Language(s): Arabic
Presenter(s): Denise E. Phillippe and Kirsten Addison, Concordia Language Villages Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
The National Standards for Korean curriculum framework represents a set of well-articulated content, performance and proficiency standards for an idealized Korean program. The Standards provide the guidelines for the incremental advancement of language proficiency throughout this entire span of education. The Standards also adapt and use age-appropriate authentic materials. Presenter(s): Sungdai Cho (Chair), SUNY at Binghamton; Yongjin Kang, Heidelberg University; Eun Joo Kim, Pacific University; Danielle Pyun, Ohio State University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Korean
3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 111 B
224 Incorporating Sustainability into Foreign Language Curriculum: Best Practices and Reflections Emory University has been at the forefront for curricular innovation around sustainability. This session introduces courses in Chinese, French, and Japanese that incorporate sustainability and environmental issues in the curriculum. It reflects upon how the courses foster pedagogical creativity and “green” lifestyle through the learning of foreign languages and cultures. Presenter(s): Hong Li, Noriko Takeda, and Lilia Coropceanu, Emory University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 112 A
225 Designing Integrated Performance Assessments for Mandarin Immersion Units At its best, immersion pedagogy balances the development of subject matter and language knowledge in instruction and assessment. This session shows how one curriculum design team adapted ACTFL’s Integrated Performance Assessment to fully integrate assessment of students’ language and content learning in an interdisciplinary STEM unit for elementary Mandarin immersion. Presenter(s): Tara Fortune, University of Minnesota; Molly Wieland, XinXing Academy, Hopkins Public Schools Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 8 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Chinese
3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 113 A
227 Developing Self-Directed Learning Skills for Authentic Materials: Student Perspectives This presentation describes a self-directed learning (SDL) project requiring students in an intensive Chinese program to create a portfolio of authentic news passages. Using data collected from interviews of student focus groups, this presentation discusses reported benefits, learning strategies, challenges, and teachers’ role in this SDL project. Presenter(s): Fengning Du, Defense Language Institute Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 113 B
228 Relevant Learning: Communication, Culture, and 21st Century Skill Development Designing projects that connect world language students to people around the world makes language learning relevant and engaging. Embed high-quality projects with the 21st century skills of collaboration, critical thinking, and responsible use of technology, while developing communication skills. Evaluate characteristics of effective projects that empower learning.
ACTFL Plenary session 3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 114 Lecture Hall
230 ACTFL Plenary: Language Education in the United States—Current Status and Future Vision Panelists from major organizations both within and outside the U.S. will discuss the current status of language education in the U.S. and ideas for implementing a vision of language learning for all students in the future. This interactive session will allow time for audience input as we collaboratively envision the future of our field. Presenter(s): Dave C. McAlpine, University of Arkansas (Chair); Rosemary Feal, Modern Language Association; Greta Lundgaard, NADSFL; Valdemar Martyniuk, European Centre for Modern Languages; Judith Shrum, Professor Emerita, Virginia Tech Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Presenter(s): Donna L. Clementi; Paul Sandrock, ACTFL Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
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Friday November 16, 2012
Daily Program
FRIday, November 16, 2012
3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 115 A
3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 116
3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 118 B
231 Teaching to Different Learning Styles Including Students with Special Needs
234 Online News as Mentor Texts for Discussion and Writing
237 Expanding World Language Instruction Through Corporate and Community-Based Partnerships
Students with different learning styles and special needs have rights to access to different learning options in order to be actively engaged in language learning, and meanwhile, those who lag behind, those who are advanced, and those right in the middle need to receive appropriate levels of challenge. Presenter(s): Alice Zhang, University of Maryland; Xiaoxia Zhang and Shuaiyu Shen, Baltimore International Academy Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English, Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 115 B
232 STEM (Science-TechnologyEngineering-Mathematics) in ESL The concepts found in STEM (Science-TechnologyEngineering-Mathematics) are universal. Thus, using STEM material to teach language provides the teacher and learner with a powerful tool for language acquisition. This session will introduce the ESL teacher to how STEM material can be incorporated into the general ESL and Spanish classroom. Presenter(s): Daniel D. Presson and Martha Cardenas, Advocacy for STEM Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English, Spanish Applicable Language(s): Spanish, ESL/ESOL
3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 115 C
233 Involve Them, They’ll Learn! Carefully designed team learning activities may increase motivation on the part of students. Participants will examine the components of cooperative learning and will work together to adapt activities in ways that lead to an increase in student engagement. Emphasis will be placed on structures that require interdependence and individual accountability. Presenter(s): Laura Terrill Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
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A “mentor text” is any text that guides student writing. We present a strategy where students choose their own “mentor text” from online target language news sources, then modify it, requiring repeated processing. Students share the text with peers and write about it. This strategy results in better student writing. Presenter(s): Ruth M. Ferree and William McDonald, University of Virginia Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 117
235 Developing an AP Themes-Based Curriculum Are you confused about how to incorporate the new AP themes, ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines, modes of communication, performance assessments and the National Standards into one curriculum? This presentation will give you a guide to how to create a curriculum that works for your school. Presenter(s): Mary Kirchner, Abington School District Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): Administration Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 118 A
236 Critical Border Crossing: Intermediate High to Advanced Low OPI Ratings This session will discuss the OPI ratings of IH/AL in high-stakes testing, for a variety of employment opportunities. The presentation will analyze the distinction between the Intermediate High/Advanced Low ratings based on the ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines–Speaking (2012), using OPI interview snippets to demonstrate typical differences. Presenter(s): Cynthia L. Martin (Chair), University of Maryland; Mildred Rivera-Martinez; Helen Hamlyn, LTI Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Participants will learn how to leverage the power of community-based organizations and corporate sponsors to secure funding for the creation of world language learning opportunities for students while expanding teaching opportunities for world language instructors. Presenter(s): Victoria Gilbert, Saint David’s School; Angela D. Jackson, Global Language Project Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 118 C
238 One United Voice: World Languages and the Common Core Standards Although the Common Core Standards focus primarily on English Language Arts and Mathematics, world language instruction contributes enormously to the process. This session seeks to underscore that contribution and to assure language teachers that this can be accomplished without subverting our stated mission of transmitting other languages and cultures. Presenter(s): John DeMado, J DeMado Language Seminars Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 119 A
239 Making Methods More Meaningful Through Professional Networking In this facilitated networking session, participants will take part in interactive activities to explore problems that perplex teacher educators, prioritize issues for future action, and share successful strategies and solutions. Participants are invited to bring copies of assignment sheets, rubrics, and other materials they wish to share with the group. Presenter(s): Cherice Montgomery, Brigham Young University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
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3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 119 B
3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 120 C
3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 121 C
240 Promotion vs. Advocacy: Why Both Are Important for French Programs
243 Computer-Assisted Creative Writing: Two Authors and a Dozen Teaching Ideas
246 Bridging Gap Between Knowledge and Practice in Character Learning and Teaching
Promotion and advocacy are two prongs of a successful strategy to maintain a growing French program. The AATF provides resources and materials to help French teachers address both promoting what they do in class and advocating for supported and expanded study of French in their school or district.
This session introduces two contemporary authors who create interactive, computer-generated texts: Austrian poet Anatol Knotek and German novelist and essayist Tobias Hülswitt. The highlighted texts and techniques offer a glimpse into the 21st century literary scene and a new way to engage Millennial generation learners in reading and writing.
(1) A Survey of Research Studies on CFL Character Teaching and Learning; (2) A Cross-Institutional Study of Character Learning Strategies and Their Relationship to Textbook Use and Instructors’ Teaching; (3) The Story of Stone, Bronze and Bamboo Tablets: Etymology Harnessed for Chinese Character Acquisition
Presenter(s): Jayne Abrate and Ann L. Sunderland, AATF Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: French Applicable Language(s): French
3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 120 A
241 Transatlantische Kooperation in der Evaluierung mündlicher Handlungsfähigkeit (KEFKO) This session will update participants on the KEFKO Summer Schools and the results of the ACTFL-CEFR Conferences to establish correspondences between the ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines and the CEFR. An important goal of this session is to learn from the participants what future role the AATG should play in this project. Presenter(s): Erwin P. Tschirner, University of Leipzig; Eddy M. Enriquez Arana, Northern Virginia Community College Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): German
3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 120 B
242 Grammatik Thematisiert Are you in search of functional grammar lessons embedded in a thematic context? Presenters will discuss a cultural or literary unit including grammar lessons and exercises, offering the student a chance to learn and practice grammar using targeted vocabulary and themes. Participants receive lesson plans for various levels. Presenter(s): Carolyn Ostermann-Healey (Chair), Robinson Secondary School; Ellen Titzkowski Boldt, UW-Whitewater; Haley Crittenden Gordon, West Springfield High School; Sarah Zaniello, Lake Braddock Secondary School Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: German Applicable Language(s): German
Presenter(s): Pennylyn Dykstra-Pruim (Chair), Calvin College; Rachel Halverson (Chair), Washington State University Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: German Applicable Language(s): German
3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 121 A
244 In der Kürze liegt die Würze: Teaching Short German Films This session introduces excerpts from the films Absolute Giganten, Leroy räumt auf, and the TV series Türkisch für Anfänger with examples of their successful inclusion in the foreign language classroom. The presenters provide grammar and vocabulary exercises, suggestions for discussions about multiculturalism, friendship, and identity, and comparisons to other texts. Presenter(s): Iris Bork-Goldfield (Chair), Wesleyan University; Eva Russo, Washington University in St. Louis; Marion Gehlker, Yale University; Amanda Sheffer, The Catholic University of America Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): German
3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 121 B
245 Teachers of Heritage Languages: Profile, Issues & Perspectives The panel focuses on a crucial, but lesser researched component of heritage language learning and teaching: the teacher. Using German as an example, the contributions discuss cultural dimensions of the teacher, efforts targeting professional development, specifics of a heritage-language immersion program, and the teacher’s role in cross-cultural aspects of language acquisition. Presenter(s): Alexander Pichugin (Chair); Renate Ludanyi, Western Connecticut State University; Peter J. Schroeck, German Language School Conference; Sigrid Belluz, Deutsche Schule Charlotte Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Presenter(s): Chunsheng Yang (Chair), Northwestern University; Lijuan Ye, Messiah College; Donghui He, Whitman College Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English, Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 122 A
247 Pedagogical Grammar for New Teachers: Research and Classroom Instructions This panel addresses issues of Chinese pedagogical grammar, focusing on classroom instructions to show new teachers how to teach grammar that is both pedagogically and theoretically sound. The presentations, supported by research, address modifying particle “de,” existential sentence and the notion of definiteness at all levels of Chinese syntax. Presenter(s): Baozhang He (Chair), College of the Holy Cross; Nansong Huang, USC; Wenze Hu, U.S. Naval Academy Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 122 B
248 Teaching to the Right Test Through IPA in Chinese Classrooms One way to encourage teachers to change their belief systems and, in turn, their instructional practices is to use and design IPAs where assessment and learning are considered part of the same process. Presenters will lead teachers in the process of developing their own IPAs for the Chinese classroom. Presenter(s): Dali Tan (Chair), Northern Virginia Community College; Janice Dowd; Lucy Lee, Livingston High School; Shaoyuen Carol Chen-Lin, Choate Rosemary Hall Sponsor(s): CLASS Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English, Chinese Applicable Language(s): All
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3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 123
3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 125
3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Room 414
249 Error Analysis, Metacognition and Identity in CFL
251 When Theory Informs Practice: Chinese Linguistics in L2 Language Instruction
254 ACTFL Portuguese SIG Business Meeting and Presentation
These papers address improving Chinese instruction through specific approaches, such as error analysis and attention to the metacognitive strategies used by learners, and through an understanding of the teacher’s role in the transformation of students’ identities: Improve Chinese Language Acquisition Through Error Analysis Method (Wang and Yi); Enhancing L2 Listening Competence with a Metacognitive Approach to Instruction (Chakwin); Chinese in the South: Road of Identity Travelled (Zhang) Presenter(s): Marilyn Chakwin (Chair), Defense Language Institute; Tingting Wang; Youngjoo Yi, Georgia State University; Xiang Zhang, University of Alabama Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English, Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 124
250 Developing Syllabus and Instrument for Teaching Chinese for Academic Purposes More and more students learning Chinese are pursuing formal degrees in Chinese universities, which enhances the need for teaching Chinese for academic purposes. The presentation will address the issues of syllabus design, error analysis on academic writing and speaking, and show an e-platform for learning academic Chinese. Presenter(s): Shih-chang Hsin (Chair) and Zhao-min Shu, National Taiwan Normal University; Mingyi Li and Wei-Chang SHANN, National Central University; Shu Chao Min, National United University Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
This panel aims to raise language instructors’ awareness of the roles that linguistic knowledge plays in effective language teaching by exploring the solutions to prominent issues in the teaching of Chinese, through the discussion of fundamental phonological and syntactical rules, psycholinguistic data, and pedagogical implications in a context-based classroom. Presenter(s): Hongming Zhang (Chair), Tianlin Wang, and Henghua Su, University of Wisconsin–Madison; Chenqing Song, SUNY-Binghamton University Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Chinese
3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 126 A
252 Creative Applications of Digital Storytelling Digital storytelling projects help students gain speaking and writing proficiency, visual literacy, critical thinking, and collaboration skills. They also help target a wide variety of learning styles and make authentic use of technology. Come learn about digital storytelling with free websites and apps! Bring your own technology (BYOT)! Presenter(s): Silvina Orsatti, University of Pittsburgh, Greensburg Sponsor(s): PSMLA Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Chinese, French, Spanish
3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 126 B
This business meeting will feature a presentation, Teletandem: Mediating Partnerships in the 21st Century Foreign Language Classroom. American and Brazilian students participating in Teletandem benefit from cultural exchanges, while improving their linguistic abilities through video interactions. This study analyzes the mediators’ role in student partnerships during Portuguese–English interactions when using Teletandem. Presenter(s): Ana Isabel S. Delgado (Chair), SAIS– Johns Hopkins University; Fernanda Guida and Robert Moser, The University of Georgia Sponsor(s): ACTFL Portuguese SIG Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Portuguese
4:00 p.m. – 4:50 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 1
E31 La Marinera—Peru’s Amazing Dance The Marinera is Peru’s national dance; both graceful and romantic, it features movements of courtship between beautifully dressed dancers, each carrying a handkerchief. Breaking the Barrier is delighted to offer this dramatic workshop featuring former Peruvian national champions, Fanny Vera de Viacava and Manuel Ñiquen. A handout will explain the history and technique of the dance. Teachers will have a ready-made cultural unit for class! Come join us. It will be a lively and inspiring way to end your day on Friday! Presenter(s): John T. Conner, Groton School Sponsor(s): Breaking the Barrier Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): French, Spanish
253 Bilingual Education in Spain This presentation attempts to analyze the situation of foreign languages in the Spanish educational system and to give an overview of the interest of the Spanish citizens in learning languages. In a globalized world, the implementation of bilingual education models aims to provide young people with an education that allows them access to the professional world in the best possible conditions. Presenter(s): Xavier Gisbert da Cruz, Embassy of Spain Sponsor(s): Embassy of Spain Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: Spanish Applicable Language(s): Spanish
4:00 p.m. – 4:50 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 2
E32 Discovering DELF/DALF, New Technologies and Other Current Topics for French We have all heard about the DELF/DALF, new technologies, and other various buzzwords, but what does it all mean and how do these things impact us as French instructors? Join Marguerite from Didier as she gives practical and useful insight into current topics in French language instruction. Presenter(s): Marguerite Bickel, Didier FLE; Daniel Eastman, MEP School Sponsor(s): MEP School Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): French
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4:00 p.m. – 4:50 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 3
4:00 p.m. – 4:50 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 5
E33 Rhythms and Tones in the Chinese Classroom
E35 Apps that Help to Beat Drop Rate
Join us as we sing and chant our way to Mandarin proficiency! Songs and chants based on natural, communicative language feature repetition, rhythms and patterns (including, in Chinese, the tones) necessary to learning a language. In this highly interactive session, the presenters will demonstrate how music and rhythm can create joyful and effective Chinese language learning, reach all types of learners at any age, and extend this learning beyond oral language to include reading and writing skills.
Motivating students to learn Chinese is important. In this workshop, we will present an integrated teaching assistant system on iPad. We will also present our feature apps (games) that help students to develop learning interests as well as language skills. We may announce a sponsorship plan for research studies.
Presenter(s): Jian Gao, Belmont Hill School; Robin Harvey, New York University; Pauline Huang, St. Hilda’s & St. Hugh’s School Sponsor(s): ChinaSprout Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Chinese
4:00 p.m. – 4:50 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 4
E34 The Power of Openness: Improving Language Learning Through Open Education The spirit and practice of sharing OER is gaining momentum and producing excitement, from teachers trading ideas and lesson plans in online communities, to professors making their courseware open to the public. Learn how OERs enhance language learning by leveraging the power of openness. Presenter(s): Carl Blyth, University of Texas at Austin Sponsor(s): The Center for Open Educational Resources in Language Learning (COERLL), University of Texas at Austin Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Presenter(s): Zijian Zhou, Chinese Online Corp., Ltd. Sponsor(s): Chinese Online Corp., Ltd. Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): English
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Room 414
255 Portuguese Acquisition for Speakers of Spanish—Research and Classroom Practice These papers present data from research, National Standards, reflective practice, and students’ voices converge to inform new teaching practices which help Spanish-speaking students avoid “Portunhol” and reach higher proficiency levels in Portuguese. The Emergence of “Portunhol”: What Research Shows Us (Wiedemann); Developing Proficiency in Portuguese as a Third Language at Stanford (Silveira); Linguistic Sibling Rivalry: Mutual Interference Between Portuguese and Spanish in Learning Acquisition Among Cadets at the U.S. Air Force Academy (de Souza) Presenter(s): Lyris Wiedemann and Agripino S. Silveira, Stanford University; Ismenia de Souza, National Portuguese Examinations Sponsor(s): ACTFL Portuguese SIG Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Portuguese
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon B/C
256 Learn with NADSFL—A Common Language for Effectiveness This session is an opportunity for district supervisors, department chairs, and level leaders to learn about the Teacher Effectiveness for Language Learning (TELL) Framework and to see how it can increase the efficacy of their departments. The group will participate in the self-assessment and set goals appropriate for their individual situations. Presenter(s): Sharon Deering, Arlington ISD; Alyssa Villarreal, Memphis City Schools; Thomas Sauer, Fayette County Public Schools; Gregory W. Duncan, Interprep, Inc. Sponsor(s): NADSFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon J
257 Best of NECTFL: Bring the Buzz to WL in Your School If your school community is not “buzzing” about your WL program, Lee Bruner and Jon Shee, who were awarded “Best of NECTFL” in 2010 and 2012, will give you an extensive list of new, exciting ideas for World Language Weeks, technology integration, public relations, and in-the-classroom activities that will get everyone talking! Presenter(s): Jonathan Shee and Lee Bruner, St. Luke’s School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Franklin Hall 11-13
258 PSMLA Membership Meeting and Awards Ceremony
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5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Terrace Ballroom 1
259 ACTFL Research Roundtable Session I Attendees will have an opportunity to participate in two 25-minute oral presentations with a group discussion of 10 people seated around a common table. Research Roundtable presentations typically are 15 minutes of presentation followed by 10 minutes of discussion and feedback. After the first 25 minutes of presentation, attendees will be asked to select another table and topic. Presenter(s): Bridget E. Yaden (Chair), ACTFL Program Committee Chair
259-01 Arabic Language Instruction Based on Phonological Awareness
259-07 Collaboration, Community, Culture for the 21st Century: Blogs and Pen Pals
This paper presents research findings of a study during which the sounds of Arabic were taught to two (experimental and control) groups of college-level learners over a period of 20 hours. The results suggest that teaching Arabic based on phonological awareness improves sound production and recognition skills of adult learners.
This presentation reports preliminary findings on design-based research interventions implemented in a high school Spanish class; electronic pen pals and student-developed blogs. Highlighted are how these projects were developed and incorporated into the curriculum and how they support and promote 21st century skill building in the language classroom.
Presenter(s): Khaled Y. Huthaily, University of Montana
259-02 Assessing Language Programs: A New Tool Assessing students’ learning outcomes and language programs are of vital interest to the language profession. This proposal presents an assessment tool combining the National Standards for Foreign Language Learning (5 Cs), Content Standards for Programs Preparing Foreign Language Teachers (ACTFL-NCATE), and standards from the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. Presenter(s): Maria J. Cabrera-Puche, West Chester University
259-03 Assessment of Cultural Gains in Short-Term Study Abroad As participation increases in short-term study abroad programming, this researcher included focused and individualized interventions in a two-week immersion program in Costa Rica in order to promote more significant cultural gains while abroad. The Intercultural Development Inventory was utilized to assess student progress, pre- and post-study abroad. Presenter(s): Claire Ziamandanis, The College of Saint Rose
259-04 Attitudes Toward Foreign Languages in a Midwestern Campus A research-based study of how language attitudes influence motivation to take foreign language classes and how classroom activities can validate or challenge the existing language attitudes to improve motivation. Presenter(s): Talia Bugel, Indiana University-Purdue University
259-05 Blogging: An Electronic Language Learning Tool for Developing Korean Literacy This presentation will address how blogging can promote target language development and cultural understanding, creating opportunities for electronic literacy development for a Korean as foreign language (KFL) learning community. Evidencebased practices can contribute to the effective integration of blogging as a language learning and teaching tool. Presenter(s): Jeong-Bin Park, University of Texas at Austin
Presenter(s): Felicia Reimer, Dakota Ridge High School; Todd C. Reimer, Metropolitan State College of Denver
259-08 College Students’ Chinese Learning Through Facebook Wall Activity This study investigates four college students’ perceptions of Facebook as a pedagogical tool and their experiences using a Facebook wall in Chinese. This qualitative research revealed students’ perceptions, active engagement in Facebook wall activity, and language development. Discussions highlight that Facebook-mediated social interactions and communication offered an authentic language-learning environment. Presenter(s): Deoksoon Kim and Shenggao Wang, University of South Florida
259-09 Contemporary Teacher Attitudes About Teaching Culture This session presents data from a study examining whether contemporary secondary second language teachers in the United States engage in the common practice of teaching about culture at the surface level or whether or not they lead students to a deeper understanding of how cultural products, practices, and perspectives are related. Presenter(s): Rebecca A. Galeano and Kelly Torres, Florida State University
259-10 Course Redesign in Elementary-Level Spanish Courses This presentation explores the use of course redesign, primarily through the use of software and larger class sizes, in the foreign language classroom as a means of supplementing the language acquisition process. Presenter(s): Debbie Lee-DiStefano, Southeast Missouri State University
259-11 Creating Lifelong Learners of Arabic as a Foreign Language The purpose of this presentation is to explain how the available technologies can be utilized in creating a generation of autonomous learners and creating online learning environment in teaching Arabic as a foreign language. Presenter(s): Gorge Bebawi, Defense Language Institute
259-06 Classroom Democracy: Learner-Directed Teaching Through Calculated Choice Communicative language teaching embraces a learner-centered classroom, but often remains teacher-directed. Instead of forcing specific content on students, learners can choose between distinct options. This presentation will discuss the rationale behind the use of calculated choice, look at specific examples from classroom practice, and consider the challenges for its implementation. Presenter(s): Johnathan Gajdos
259-12 Creating a Learning Community of Foreign Language Teachers This presentation reports on the results of the creation of an interdepartmental learning community of foreign language teachers at the university-level through a series of monthly roundtable discussions on foreign language teaching and learning. Future directions and applications for sustained and dedicated communities of practice will be discussed. Presenter(s): Emily E. Scida, University of Virginia
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259-13 Effective TA Training Practices This session reports on 16 French and Spanish graduate teaching assistants’ impressions of the effectiveness of their university training to teach language courses in the target language. The training practices evaluated include pre-service TA training, methods courses, observations, course meetings, peer support and student evaluations. Presenter(s): Paula Garrett-Rucks, Georgia State University
259-14 English Discourse Transfer in the Spanish Heritage Language Classroom This study presents a comprehensive understanding of how bilingual students transfer English discourse knowledge to the Spanish writing process. Through classroom observations and student and instructor interviews, the author arrives at suggestions for how to best utilize in-place literary knowledge to aid second register acquisition in the L1. Presenter(s): Annalisa Corioso, University of California, Davis
259-15 Essential Steps to Start a Service-Learning Program It is essential that a service-learning program provide students the opportunity to have authentic experiences with native speakers, as well as opportunities to feel responsible for their community. Setting up a service-learning program is a complex task. Instructors and administrators need specific guidance to accomplish such a task. Presenter(s): Lucia Osa-Melero, University of Texas; Jane Ann Johnson, UT-Austin
259-16 Fashioning L2 Selves Online: Learner and Speaker Identities in Tandem This mixed-methods study presents an analysis of Russian learners’ L2 identitybuilding strategies in Internet-mediated interactions with native speakers of Russian. The presenter will discuss the issues of native speaker ideologies and the role of classroom assignments as primary factors in the learners’ choice of L2 speaker or L2 learner identity. Presenter(s): Lyudmila Klimanova, The University of Iowa
259-17 Grammar (Re)Acquisition by L2 Learners of Spanish and Bilingual Students This roundtable focuses on (re)acquisition of grammar structures by Spanish L2 learners and bilingual students in an implicit language instruction approach. The analysis reviews and compares eight structures, determines which structures each group acquired, and how the structures compare considering their level of easiness or difficulty. Presenter(s): Victoria Rodrigo, Georgia State University
259-18 Including Haitian Creole in the French Language Curriculum Understanding the rudiments of grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation of a Frenchbased Creole enriches the French learning experience in our classrooms. Alongside historical, geographic and cultural lessons, students gain an appreciation of language formation and of languages in contact. Comparison with Creole also greatly reinforces students’ knowledge of French. Presenter(s): Diane Dansereau, University of Colorado
259-19 Japanese Classroom Instruction in Cohesiveness: Moving from Intermediate to Advanced This study compares two groups of intermediate students who received classroom instruction in cohesiveness for one semester and who did not. The presentation will discuss the differences of oral performance of these two groups and their pedagogical implications on classroom instruction to push students from intermediate to advanced level. Presenter(s): Koji Tanno, Eastern Michigan University
259-20 Korean Classroom Attrition Rate and What to Do About It Attrition rate in the first four semesters of the Korean language courses at BYU is 66% compared to 12% to 24% in languages such as Spanish and German. This presentation reveals motivations of students learning Korean, why they drop out, and what educators can do to address high attrition. Presenter(s): Julie Damron, Brigham Young University
259-21 Learners’ Views of Effective Arabic Language Teachers In an era of teaching standards and accountability, the need to re-examine what is meant by teaching effectiveness increases. This qualitative study explored the learning experience of Arabic language learners at the college level, focusing on their perception of effective and ineffective Arabic language teachers in relation to their motivation. Presenter(s): Azza Ahmad, The University of Texas at Austin
259-22 Lowering the Stakes: Writing to Learn and Learning to Write High-stakes writing has always been part of academic requirements in second language learning. The presenters will propose that low-stakes writing can inspire creativity, foster critical thinking, promote problem-solving and result in improvement of high-stakes writing. Presenter(s): Lisa M. Merschel, Rebecca Ewing, and Liliana Paredes, Duke University
259-23 Novice Teachers’ Socialization into ProficiencyOriented Language Instruction This presentation explores novice foreign language teachers’ socialization process into proficiency-oriented instruction during the pre-service teacher education program through examining lesson planning mentoring sessions between teacher trainers and new teachers. The study provides strong implications for creating better professional development opportunities for new foreign language teachers. Presenter(s): Hyunsoo Hur, Defense Language Institute
259-24 Phenomenology of Cultural Knowledge in the Context of Second Language Education The roundtable is devoted to a discussion of the results of the phenomenological study aimed at the description and understanding of the conceptualization of cultural knowledge by German-language teachers. The data for the content-analysis study was collected from the narratives generated by conducting individual and focus-group interviews with teachers. Presenter(s): Alexander Pichugin
259-25 Reaching Out to a Bigger Community: A Program Survey This presentation reports the results of a Japanese program survey and discusses its implications for other language programs. As survey results suggest, the general information about college programs would likely help bridge the communication gap between K–12 and postsecondary levels, although detailed rubrics might differ from language to language. Presenter(s): Teresa Mijung Lee; Tomoko Marshall, University of Virginia
259-26 Reality in Chinese Writing Delayed Approach Classroom Whether to delay Chinese writing in Mandarin Chinese clasrooms has been discussed but few examples have been shared. This session will share a four-year writingdelayed approach classroom in both teachers and students’ perspectives and present what should be done to design a writing-delayed instructional curriculum. Presenter(s): Na Pan
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259-27 Reducing Foreign Language Anxiety in Heritage Language Students
259-34 The New ACFTL Standards: Did the Arrow Miss the Target?
The purpose of this presentation is to share ways that teachers can help reduce foreign language anxiety in heritage language learners.
This research critically examines concerns raised by college language instructors on the impact the new ACFTL Guidelines (2012), and the actual gains by the students— measured by tangible communicative proficiency in Spanish—at the end of term. Both qualitative and quantitative methods are used with the aid of two instruments.
Presenter(s): Michael Tallon, University of the Incarnate Word
259-28 Rural Experiences: Generating Interest in Language Learning in Rural America An exposition of ideas on how to generate interest and intellectual curiosity in foreign language learning among students in a rural regional campus or community college setting, where economic factors and lack of employment opportunities are the main incentives to pursue an education. Presenter(s): Roberto Jimenez-Arroyo, Western Kentucky University
259-29 Similar but Different: The Beliefs of Foreign Language Teachers Using data from a mixed method study involving 222 K–12 foreign language (L2) teachers and their supervisors, in this presentation the researcher discusses differing beliefs across four demographic groups: Experienced and inexperienced teachers, teachers with L2 teacher training and those without, teachers of different languages, and immersion and traditional teachers.
Presenter(s): David W. Aguado, Valdosta State University
259-35 Toward an ACTFL Oral Proficiency Exam in Latin This roundtable is concerned with oral proficiency assessment in Latin. It will demonstrate that ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interviews can be done effectively in Latin and give reasons why such interviews ought to become a standard part of Latin classroom practice. Presenter(s): Nancy E. Llewellyn, Wyoming Catholic College
259-36 Transformation from Face-to-Face to Blended to Online Instruction This session will provide a profound discussion about various aspects of the course redesign process: the transition from the traditional Spanish course to a blended course and to an online class including the techniques and resources developed for this course from the pedagogical and administrative perspectives.
Presenter(s): Scott P. Kissau, University of North Carolina
Presenter(s): Hosun Kim
259-30 Social Interaction and the Development of Communicative Abilities While Abroad
259-37 Translating Documents for the Community as a Teaching and Learning Tool
The growing popularity of studying abroad motivates researchers to better understand which aspects of this complex context may promote language learning. This paper examines the development of communicative ability during one semester abroad and how this development may be related to reports of students’ interactions with native speakers.
With appropriate guidance and supervision, students in advanced language classes can provide a meaningful service to the community by translating short documents such as flyers, consent forms, letters, contracts, etc. In addition to expanding their vocabulary, and enhancing their writing skills, students become more informed and productive citizens.
Presenter(s): Ashlie N. Henery, Carnegie Mellon University
Presenter(s): Felisa Guillen; Jessica Galvez, Occidental College
259-31 Teachers’ Feedback: A Powerful Determinant of Foreign Language Achievement
259-38 Using Authentic Web 2.0 Tools to Promote CrossCultural Communication
Foreign language teachers’ explicit and implicit evaluation of students’ performance, in a form of social persuasion, can powerfully influence students’ self-appraisal of their foreign language abilities (foreign language self-efficacy), which is a crucial determinant of foreign language learning outcome. Examples of feedback practice that can foster students’ language self-efficacy are provided.
This presentation will report a study which examined whether the participation in a cross-cultural bilingual communication project can strengthen students’ motivation in learning a foreign language. This project is conducted between Chinese EFL and American CFL students via an authentic Web 2.0 tool—Tencent QQ.
Presenter(s): Sophia Chen, California Polytechnic State University
Presenter(s): Yuan Lu, University of Iowa; Yao Tu, University of Kansas Confucius Institute
259-32 Teaching Pronunciation of Spanish Through Community Engagement
259-39 VoiceThread Mobile and Learner Autonomy in an Intermediate Conversation Course
Students in a Spanish oral skills class met weekly with local Spanish-speaking elementary school children. Speech from both older and younger learners was recorded and transcribed. Young learners were assisted with school work and skills in English and Spanish, while university students improved pronunciation and understanding of dialectal variation.
Presenter(s): David R. Thompson, Luther College
This presentation will introduce participants to the VoiceThread Mobile application for Apple devices and review a classroom research study that examines the potential of language activities in VoiceThread and VoiceThread Mobile to enhance learner autonomy.
Presenter(s): Kathleen Tacelosky, Lebanon Valley College
259-40 What Type of Written Feedback Should We Use? 259-33 The Influence of Fangyan Speakers’ Ethno-Cultural Identities on Their Mandarin Learning This interview study was conducted with 12 Fangyan-speaking learners of Mandarin from various Fangyan and immigration backgrounds recruited from four-year universities with an aim of investigating Fangyan-speaking learners’ ethno-cultural identities and the role their identities play in their Mandarin learning in tertiary CFL classrooms. Presenter(s): Jennifer Ching-hui Hsiao, Texas State University-San Marcos
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This study addresses the question of what type of written feedback works best with Spanish intermediate language students. The study took place in a Southwest university with 250 students. Four different types of feedback were included. Results provide a better understanding of students’ responses to feedback and some pedagogical suggestions. Presenter(s): Idoia Elola and Laura Valentin, Texas Tech University
FRIday, November 16, 2012
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 102 A
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 103 B
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 105 A
260 Digital Portfolios in the Early Language Classroom
263 SMART Boards in the World Language Classroom
266 Italian Pedagogy V
In this presentation, teachers will learn of some of the platforms that can be used to create digital portfolios for their students’ work. There will be examples of student work, rubrics for teacher evaluation, and rubrics for students to be self-reflective of their work.
SMART Boards are effective tools for presenting information, grammar/vocabulary practice, and playing games. They allow easy transition between activities. This session provides ideas for using the boards, making templates, and creating interactive links to the Internet or other software programs. Activities can easily be shared with other educators.
Presenter(s): Nathan Lutz, Manlius Pebble Hill School Sponsor(s): NNELL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 102 B
261 Brasil: Camino al Mundial 2014! The model unit will present educators the culture of soccer and its cultural perspectives, practices, and products. Through each lesson, the audience will learn about the history of soccer, the FIFA, and its players by using only culturally authentic materials from the Internet, such as music, brochures, magazines, video clips, etc. Presenter(s): Ana Tamayo, Rutgers University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English, Spanish Applicable Language(s): Spanish
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 103 A
262 Success Stories with Rich Internet Applications for Language Learning Discover how the Rich Internet Applications from Michigan State University’s Center for Language Education and Research can enhance language teaching and learning. See examples of classroom activities created with these free online tools, and share the experiences of teachers who are integrating these powerful free resources into their language teaching. Presenter(s): Angelika N. Kraemer and Vineet Bansal, Michigan State University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Presenter(s): Monique Voss, Collegiate School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 104 A
264 Action Research: Do iPads Enhance Language Proficiency? How can iPads enrich language acquisition? In this session, results from a 1:1 iPad pilot program in a foreign language classroom will be analyzed. Lesson plans, activities and assessments will be shared and strategies for applying best practices, even in classrooms without iPads, will be discussed. Presenter(s): Katherine S. Ruddick, Glastonbury High School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 104 B
265 Research in Computer-Mediated Language Exchanges: Uniting Confidence and Proficiency This study unites a classroom-based technological approach with second language acquisition research. Spanish language learners increase their oral proficiency through participation in a computer-mediated environment that emphasizes interactive tasks with native speakers. The presenters share research design, activities, and findings. Variables such as student motivation and linguistic confidence are discussed. Presenter(s): Omega S. Burckhardt, Todd A. Hernandez, and Jessica A. Martin, Marquette University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
These papers provide various approaches to the teaching of Italian language and culture: Italian Credentials in California (Salardi); Nuovi Materiali e Nuove Metodologie per L’insegnamento dell’Italiano ad Anglofoni (Pierini); Who is the High School Italian Language Student? (Dolci) Presenter(s): Roberto Dolci (Chair), Università per Stranieri di Perugia; Marco Salardi, Consulate General of Italy; Giacomo Pierini, Alma Edzioni Sponsor(s): AATI Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): All
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 105 B
267 Managing the Foreign Language Classroom The foreign language classroom is unlike any other, and thrusts its teachers, both pre-service and in-service, into classroom management situations that are rare or non-existent in other subject areas. Current issues specific to the field of foreign language education and their effect on foreign language classroom management will be presented. Presenter(s): Elizabeth J. Evans, Winthrop University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 106 A
268 AATI Executive Committee Meeting 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 106 B
269 La Fata Italiana La Fata Italiana, The Italian Fairy® is an Italian edutainment program that exposes children to the beauty of Italian language and culture all around the world. Presenter(s): Lucia Dalla Monta (Chair), Embassy of Italy, Washington, DC; Simona Rodano, Incanto Productions Sponsor(s): AATI Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English, Italian Applicable Language(s): Italian
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Friday November 16, 2012
Daily Program
Friday November 16, 2012
Daily Program
FRIday, November 16, 2012
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 108 A
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 110 A
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 111 B
270 Allons au Cinema: Promoting French Through Films
273 Integration of Current Events into Language Classrooms with ICT
An interactive session where the presenter will discuss several newly released Francophone films. Handouts of activities, webquests, assessments and interdisciplinary connections will be distributed. Participants will be encouraged to suggest other films they have successfully incorporated into their curriculum and other strategies they have used to promote French in their districts.
This session demonstrates how to effectively integrate current events into a multi-level heritage language classroom using Web 2.0 which provides exciting opportunities to students on various input and output. This instruction not only develops new thinking and learning skills, but also enables students learn in different styles and maximizes their potential.
276 Teaching Cultural Competence: Current Trends to Inform Classroom Practices
Presenter(s): Joyce E. Beckwith, Wilmington High School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): French
Presenter(s): Ayako Takeda (Chair) and Kazuo Tsuda, United Nations International School; Atsuko Onuma, NECTJ Sponsor(s): AATJ Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: Japanese Applicable Language(s): Japanese
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 108 B
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 110 B
271 Fostering Translingual and Transcultural Competences: Folktales
274 AATJ Paper Presentations II
While acquiring functional language abilities, it is critical for students to develop translingual and transcultural competence. With the need for a unified language-and-content curriculum in mind, the presenter will show how folktales are used in a Korean class to foster student’s transcultural and translingual competences. Presenter(s): Ok Sook Park, Michigan State University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 109 A
272 AATJ Panel 1: Advocacy and the Future of Japanese Language Programs Advocacy and the Future of Japanese Language Programs Presenter(s): Jessica L. Haxhi (Chair), Maloney Interdistrict Magnet School; Mamiya Worland, Great Falls Elementary School; Janet Ikeda, Washington and Lee University Sponsor(s): AATJ Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Japanese
Foreign Professors on American Colleges Campuses: Cross-Culture-Based Conflict Management Styles (Hamada); Why Are Locally Published Textbooks Not Used in Local Contexts? (Yonemoto, Seo, and Aoyama) Presenter(s): Masako Hamada, Villanova University; Kazuhiro Yonemoto, McGill University; Masaki Seo and Reijiro Aoyama, City University of Hong Kong Sponsor(s): AATJ Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: Japanese Applicable Language(s): Japanese
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 111 A
275 Controversia in the Classroom: Elevating Discourse Through Student Engagement Roman rhetors taught their students the art of effective argument through controversia. Recreating the controversia in the classroom engages students in the process of honing their interpersonal and persuasive skills while immersed in a culturally appropriate reenactment. Lively debates about Roman culture become the impetus for self-directed learning. Presenter(s): Mark Pearsall, Glastonbury Public Schools Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Latin, Other
The cultural competence students learn in foreign language classrooms is vital to success in multicultural settings after they leave the classroom. This presentation reviews how other disciplines teach cultural competence and ways to incorporate or anticipate these methods in foreign language classrooms. The handouts outline trends and teaching activities. Presenter(s): Deborah Page and Ruth Benander, University of Cincinnati Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 112 A
277 Developing Oral Competency Through Voice Recording Software: An Integrated Approach Students often find that mastering rules of grammar is less threatening than attempting to speak the language. While capable of expressing themselves in writing, students’ oral communication is sometimes limited or stilted. This presentation examines the use of voice recording software to polish speaking skills, increase fluency and improve pronunciation. Presenter(s): Janie Spencer and Barbara Domcekova, Birmingham-Southern College Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 112 B
278 From Theory to Practice: Approaches to Developing Fluency in Arabic Session cancelled by presenter
CLASS Celebrates 25th Anniversary The Chinese Language Association of Secondary-Elementary Schools (CLASS) celebrates its 25th Anniversary in 2012 and will mark this milestone at a luncheon on Saturday, November 17. ACTFL congratulates CLASS on this important accomplishment!
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5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 113 A
279 A Model for Student Oral Proficiency Self-Assessment and Progress
FRIday, November 16, 2012
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 114 Lecture Hall
282 ACTFL Teachers of the Year Navigate 21st Century Skills Map
Students’ understanding of their oral competence is crucial when working towards reaching higher proficiency levels. Making students aware of the speaking abilities required to function at the level they aim to reach and engaging them in self-assessment activities that target those functions allows them to take control of their progress.
In this lively session, the ACTFL TOYs will share best practices and facilitate small group discussion focusing on the important 21st century skills of critical thinking and problem solving, information literacy, and leadership and responsibility. Participants will examine, adapt, and create scenarios that utilize these skills for their own classrooms.
Presenter(s): Inmaculada Pertusa and Melissa Stewart, Western Kentucky University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Presenter(s): Lisa Lilley (Chair), Central High School; Ken Stewart, Chapel Hill High School; Christine Lanphere, Natomas High School; Janet Glass, Dwight-Englewood School; Toni Theisen, Loveland High School; Clarissa Adams Fletcher, Dunwoody High School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 113 B
280 Telling the Right Story Adding more reading and storytelling activities to a teacher toolbox may be daunting for some teachers. This presentation will include strategies to begin and increase reading and storytelling, ways to differentiate strategies for middle versus high school students, and the statistical research used to reach the conclusions presented. Presenter(s): K. David Beal, Campbell Middle School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 113 C
281 Impact of Task on Complexity in Asian Learner Languages Unrehearsed communication tasks that require more critical thinking on the part of learners will result in increased syntactic complexity and lexical variety in their learner language. Video-recorded samples of Chinese, Japanese, Korean and Persian learner language posted on the CARLA website will be shown and discussed in-depth. Presenter(s): Elaine Tarone (Chair), Center for Advanced Research on Language Acquisition; Yunseong Cheon, Sachiko Horii, Sara Khanzadi, and Fang Wang, University of Minnesota Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 115 A
283 Teaching World Languages with Focus on Literacy Development and Transferability World language classrooms can further develop their vitality and visibility if seen as contributing to the development of students’ overall literacy skills. Intentional embedded learning of cognitive processes such as planning, problem-solving, and metacognitive and learning strategies will prove to be valuable transferable skills to be taught as such. Presenter(s): Michael Geisler, Middlebury College; Dana Laursen, Ana Raposo Preto-Bay, and Kandyce Coston, Middlebury Interactive Languages Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 115 C
285 Big Ideas in Small Packages: Beginners Communicating About Complex Content Integrating language and content learning can support students’ eventual attainment of advanced language proficiency. This session synthesizes best practices from ESL and world language education to clarify the challenging task of designing compelling, proficiencybased lessons around rich and meaningful academic content and provides sample activities suitable even for beginning levels. Presenter(s): Anny F. Case, Gonzaga University; Cherice Montgomery, Brigham Young University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 116
286 Heritage Language Curriculum Informed by Learners’ and Teachers’ Voices This session will demonstrate how research gathered from both Spanish faculty and Spanish-speaking heritage learners (SHLs) has impacted the development and implementation of a course of study created specifically to serve the needs of bilingual learners in Eastern Pennsylvania. Attitudes and opinions of SHLs during this first semester will be addressed. Presenter(s): Nancy Zimmerman (Chair), Angelo Rodriguez, and Scheri Zuniga-Murphy, Kutztown University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish, Other
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 117
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 115 B
287 Digital Literacy in the World Language Classroom
284 Creating Learner-Centered Collaborative Projects to Promote Language Acquisition Through Culture
What are infographics? How can they be used to assess student understanding in the WL classroom? WL teachers will learn about these 21st century tools and how they incorporate digital age literacy and technology. Examples are in French and Spanish.
Presenters will discuss how to use collaborative projects to promote cultural awareness, language and critical thinking skills through student-centered projects that allow for creativity and problem-solving as an integral part of the language learning experience. Presenters will share the outcomes of such projects and provide suggestions for feedback and assessment.
Presenter(s): Linda Szwabowski, Chesterfield County Public School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Presenter(s): Angelina Craig-Florez, Columbia University; Bethzaida Fernandez, Duke University; Sarah Williams, Slippery Rock University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English, Spanish Applicable Language(s): All
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Friday November 16, 2012
Daily Program
Friday November 16, 2012
Daily Program
FRIday, November 16, 2012
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 118 A
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 119 A
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 120 B
288 Factors Impacting Difficulty in ILR Listening Proficiency Skill Levels
291 Developing Superior Proficiency and Analytical Skills for the Global Workforce
294 Connecting German to STEM
The presentation will focus on how changes in media technology, linguistic factors, and the environment in which the listening input is provided may require a renewed look at the conditions, settings, and linguistic factors that may impact the difficulty levels of listening tasks. Presenter(s): James Dirgin, Defense Language Institute Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 118 B
289 Walking the Walk—Designing and Delivering Standards-Based Instruction The National Standards for Foreign Language Learning have revolutionized what we teach, how we teach and how we assess student progress. Experience how a Standards-based thematic curriculum grounds instruction by emphasizing what students will be able to do as they navigate the challenges of the 21st century. Presenter(s): Lisa R. Hendrickson, School District of Monroe; Karen L. Fowdy Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 118 C
290 Grassroots Action Research and Leadership: The GLEN Model GLEN (Global Language Educators’ Network) presents three new teacher leaders who will share action research. Learn how each used classroom data to better inform instruction. GLEN is a two-year process of professional development in which teacher leaders join a community of practice focused on continual growth and student learning. Presenter(s): Carl D. Falsgraf, Center for Applied Second Language Studies (CASLS) Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
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Superior-level language proficiency and critical thinking and analytical skills are the keys to professional success in a global environment. This session will demonstrate ways of promoting students’ development of these skills using the example of the English for Heritage Language Speakers Program, which prepares students for the federal workforce. Presenter(s): Christa Hansen, Georgetown University; Deborah Kennedy, Center for Applied Linguistics Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 119 B
292 Guiding International Visiting Teachers Towards Success: Integration and Support Strategies Helping a new international teacher learn the school ropes can be an unexpectedly overwhelming task for many administrators. Based on five years of experience working with 600-plus visiting Chinese teachers, we will share step-by-step checklists and strategies that address the informational and cross-cultural gaps encountered when on-boarding newly arrived teachers. Presenter(s): Ryan Wertz, Ohio Department of Education; Lauren Moffett, The College Board Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Administration Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 120 A
293 Poetry in the Language Classroom: Let the Creative Juices Flow! Poetry is an important aspect of language instruction. From writing simple poetry to successful creation and interpretation of complex culturally relevant poems! Presentations include: A Model-Based Approach to Poetic Writing at an i+1 Level (Dykstra-Pruim); Creative Writing: A Student-Centered Process (Becker); Teaching Poetry Through the Concept of “Heimat” (Kyer). Presenter(s): Pennylyn Dykstra-Pruim, Calvin College; Claudia A. Becker, North Carolina Central University; Melanie M. Kyer, Lake Braddock Secondary School Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English, German Applicable Language(s): German
Integrating Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) with German can produce extraordinary results by fostering active learning, increasing student engagement, and bolstering recruitment and outreach. This presentation will show how STEM can be “repurposed” to strengthen German programs and features practical tips on incorporating STEM materials into any German course. Presenter(s): Damon Rarick (Chair), University of Rhode Island; Katrina Griffin Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): German
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 120 C
295 Basing Distance Language Courses on the Communicative Classroom Since 2010 the German Department of the University of Pennsylvania has offered Elementary German online courses for credit. This session evaluates teacher and student experiences in both the online environment and the face-to-face classroom. Furthermore, it will show how two distinct learning spaces are related and can inform each other. Presenter(s): Edward M. Dixon and Christina Frei, University of Pennsylvania Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 121 A
296 Teaching 18th/19th Century German Women Authors: Why and How? Reframing the German Drama Survey: From Luise Gottsched to Jelinek (Emm); Teaching Gender Through Poetry: Including Women Authors in an 18th Century Course (Allingham); Reviving Amalia: Using Texts by Marianne Ehrmann (1755–1795) in Undergraduate Literature and Culture Courses (Dupree) Presenter(s): Nicole Grewling (Chair), Shippensburg University; Astrid Weigert (Chair), and Mary Helen Dupree, Georgetown University; Amy Emm, The Citadel; Leslie Ann Allingham, Virginia Tech University Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): German
FRIday, November 16, 2012
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 121 B
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 122 B
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 125
297 Sustaining and Growing University German Programs Through Consortium Building
300 Purposeful Application of Language Through Collaboration Across Subjects and Communities
303 Pushing Beyond the Basics to Transition to Advanced Language Learning
Presenters address practical and theoretical aspects of consortium building between institutions from laying the groundwork, to expanding online and alternative course offerings, to ensuring sustainability of member programs and the broader consortium.
How can we make language learning more purposeful for students? 21st century students need opportunities to use the language beyond the confines of their classroom walls and thus to appreciate the diversity that exists in our global community. Collaborative projects across different subjects and school districts will be examined.
This session addresses the challenges for language learners when they move from the lower-intermediate to the upper-intermediate/advanced level and proposes some pedagogical solutions to make this transition more smoothly. Recommendations for curriculum design, pedagogical cycle and task types will be provided.
Presenter(s): Julia Kessel (Chair), New Trier High School; Jianhong Wang, Adlai E. Stevenson High School; Marlene Ren, Loyola Academy Sponsor(s): CLASS Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
Presenter(s): Chengxu Yin (Chair), University of Notre Dame; Kun-shan Carolyn Lee, Duke University; Jia Yang Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Chinese
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 123
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 126 B
301 Bridging the Language–Culture Divide: Teaching Chinese Scripts and Calligraphy
304 Service Learning at Home and Abroad
Presenter(s): Lynn Kutch, Kutztown University; Susanne Rinner, University of North Carolina at Greensboro Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): German
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 121 C
298 Content-Based Teaching of Business Chinese and Its Assessment This panel focuses on content-based teaching of business Chinese at beginning, intermediate and advanced levels in a university setting. Theoretical background, adoption of materials, employment of technology, assessment of teaching effectiveness, and linguistic features of business terminology will be discussed. Presenter(s): Liwei Jiao (Chair); Qi Wang, Ya-chuan Yu, and Mien-hwa Chiang, University of Pennsylvania Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 122 A
299 Using Online Tools to Empower Chinese Teaching and Learning This session investigates two online tools, one for assessing character and vocabulary knowledge and one for creating and grading listening and oral assignments. Also discussed will be methods of developing online multimedia materials and implementing them into the curriculum. ZiCiCheck: An Online Tool to Assess CFL Learners’ Character Knowledge (Da); Using Online Tools to Develop Students’ Listening and Oral Proficiency (Chen); Online Mandarin Multimedia Materials: Curriculum Development and Implementation (Mehta) Presenter(s): Jun Da (Chair), Middle Tennessee State University; Tong Chen, MIT; Yufen Lee Mehta, Cornell University Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All
This panel focuses on integrating language and culture instruction in teaching Chinese scripts and calligraphy. Presentations include: Chinese Culture in the Written Scripts: Why Teach It and How; Integrating Cultural Perspectives, Practices, and Products in Teaching Chinese Calligraphy; and Shi-shu-hua: Teaching Chinese Calligraphy as an Interartistic Bridge. Presenter(s): Pomona; Yu Li (Chair), Emory University; Madeline M L Chu, Kalamazoo College; Da’an Pan, California State Polytechnic University Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Chinese
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 124
302 Teaching Chinese Tones These papers address teaching and learning of Chinese tones through various methods including the use of rhythmic verse, micro-listening tasks, and imitation and self-repair. Chinese Tonal Training with Rhythmic Verses (Yin); Exploring an Effective Approach to Teaching Chinese Tones (Loar); Imitation and Self-Repairs in Tonal Drills of L2 Mandarin Classrooms (Chen) Presenter(s): John Jing-hua Yin (Chair), University of Vermont; Jian Kang Loar, Defense Language Institute; Chun-Mei Chen, National Chung Hsing University Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): All
This session will examine the creation and administration of service learning programs in French and Spanish that take place both in the students’ home city, and in two international settings. Presenters will show sample syllabi, assignments and assessments as well as discuss some successes and challenges encountered in these programs. Presenter(s): Jody L. Ballah and Angie Woods, University of Cincinnati-Raymond Walters College Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): French, Spanish
6:15 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 107 B
305 AATI Business Meeting 6:15 p.m. – 7:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 122 A
306 CLTA Presidential Forum Presentations and reflections on the past, present, and future of the CSL/CFL field by over a dozen former Presidents of the Association. Light refreshments will be provided. Presenter(s): Janet Xing (Chair), Western Washington University Sponsor(s): CLTA Language of Presentation: English, Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
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Friday November 16, 2012
Daily Program
FRIday, November 16, 2012
7:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon H
Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 109 A
311 The Leadership Workshop Reunion by the Japan Foundation, Los Angeles
307 ACTFL Awards Ceremony 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 125
Reunion for past-participants to the Leadership Workshop by the Japan Foundation, Los Angeles. Participants will discuss their accomplishments and challenges that remain to be solved. By invitation only.
308 Survey Research Design for Chinese L2 Learning and Teaching This workshop will help participants learn to use survey research design as applied to Chinese L2. It will focus on identifying appropriate research topics, constructing questionnaires, performing data collection, conducting data processing, and following ethical standards during the research process. Presenter(s): Helen H. Shen, University of Iowa Sponsor(s): CLTA Language of Presentation: English, Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
7:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon E
309 ACTFL President’s Reception By invitation only.
7:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 107 B
310 AATI Reception AATI gratefully acknowledges Il Consolato Generale d’Italia a Filadelfia for its generous donation for this reception. The reception is open to all Italianists attending the Conference.
8:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 122 A
312 CLTA-CLASS Joint Forum: Integrating the 21st Century Skills in the K-16 Chinese Standards
8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 122 B
313 CLASS SWAP Shop Members of Chinese Language Association of Secondary-Elementary Schools will come and share their teaching experiences and practical strategies in classroom instruction. A sign-up is required before the session and each person can speak for no more than five minutes. Presenter(s): Natasha Pierce, James Madison Memorial High School Sponsor(s): CLASS Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English, Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
The panel of presenters will explain how the 21st century skills and Common Core State Standards have been integrated into the newly revised K–16 Chinese Standards. Examples of Progress Indicators at various grades will be used to illustrate the standards before and after the revision, and will be used to demonstrate their application in assessment and instructional planning for grades K-16. Presenter(s): Janet Xing, Western Washington University; Yu-Lan Lin, Boston Public Schools; Haiyan Fu; Lucy Lee, Livingston High School; Telee Richard Chi, University of Utah; Jennifer Liu, Harvard University Sponsor(s): CLASS Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English, Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
NNELL Celebrates 25th Anniversary The National Network for Early Language Learning (NNELL) is celebrating its 25th Anniversary in 2012 and plans to commemorate this occasion at the NNELL Networking Breakfast on Saturday, November 17. ACTFL congratulates NNELL on this major accomplishment!
全美中小学中文教师协会 Chinese Language Association of Secondary-Elementary Schools Gateway to the field of Chinese
CLASS Celebrates its 25th Anniversary! Come join our anniversary luncheon 12:30pm - 1:45pm on Sat, Nov 17, 2012 Pennsylvania Convention Center, Terrace Ballroom 3 For more information, visit our booth 1350, or visit our website: www.classk12.org CLASS members are eligible to: • • • •
access to on-line information available to members access to various teaching resources on the website attend ACTFL/CLASS annual joint convention apply for awards and grants
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participate in summer PO programs participate in annual student national essay contest participate in annual national speech contest apply for the National Honor Society for students
Join CLASS and access your gateway to the field of teaching and learning Chinese
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C e r e m on y Friday, November 16, 2012 • 6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon H
Presider: Barbara Mondloch, Immediate Past President Recognition of 2012 ACTFL President Dave McAlpine ACTFL Edwin Cudecki Award for Support for Language Education Awarded by the ACTFL Board of Directors
ACTFL-MLJ Paul Pimsleur Award for Research in Foreign Language Education
Recipient: The Honorable Jack Markell, Governor of Delaware
Co-Chairs: Margaret Ann Kassen, The Catholic University of America; Leo Van Lier, Editor, The Modern Language Journal Co-Presenter: Heidi Byrnes, The Modern Language Journal Recipients: Susan Gass & Luke Plonsky, Michigan State University
ACTFL-MLJ Emma Marie Birkmaier Award for Doctoral Dissertation Research in Foreign Language Education Co-Chairs: Heather Allen, University of Wisconsin-Madison; Leo Van Lier, Editor, The Modern Language Journal/National Federation of Modern Language Teachers Associations Co-Presenter: Heidi Byrnes, The Modern Language Journal/Georgetown University Recipient: Anna Kolesnikova, University of Iowa
ACTFL Florence Steiner Award for Leadership in Foreign Language Education, K–12
ACTFL/Cengage Learning Faculty DEVELOPMENT Programs Award for Excellence in Foreign Language Instruction Using Technology with IALLT
Chair: Phyllis Dragonas, Former Director of Foreign Languages, Melrose, MA Recipient: Heidi Byrnes, The Modern Language Journal/Georgetown University
Co-Chairs: Kevin Gaugler, Marist College; Stacey Powell, IALLT/ Auburn University Co-Presenter: Beth Kramer, Cengage Learning Recipient: Fernando Rubio, University of Utah
Chair: Yu-Lan Lin, Boston Public Schools Recipient: Jacqueline Van Houten, Kentucky Department of Education ACTFL Wilga Rivers Award for Leadership in Foreign Language Education, Postsecondary
ACTFL Melba D. Woodruff Award for Exemplary Elementary Foreign Language Program Chair: Paula Patrick, Fairfax County Public Schools Co-Presenters: John Duckett, Wright Group/McGraw Hill School Education Recipient: E.E. Waddell Language Academy, Charlotte, North Carolina
ACTFL-NYSAFLT Anthony Papalia Award for Excellence in Teacher Education
ACTFL Nelson Brooks Award for Excellence in the Teaching of Culture
Chair: Kathryn Corl, Ohio State University Co-Presenters: Mary Holmes, NYSAFLT President; John Carlino, NYSAFLT Executive Director Recipient: Bonnie Adair-Hauck, University of Pittsburgh
Chair: Wiebke Strehl, University of North Carolina-Asheville Recipient: Anne Lair, University of Utah NNELL Award for Outstanding Support of Early Second Language Learning Chair: Rita A. Oleksak, NNELL Recipient: John David Edwards, Former Executive Director, JNCL-NCLIS
All convention attendees are invited to attend.
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JOB SEEKERS
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NOVEMBER 17 Are you ready to get your dream job? 9:30 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.: The Resume
1:00 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.: The Search
This session will focus on resume writing for language teachers and professionals, and will address different resume strategies, styles, formatting, what to include/exclude, and how to cover gaps in employment. We’ll review actual resume samples and discuss their strengths and weaknesses.
In this session, we will examine how to conduct an effective job search including the best places to look, how to read a job posting, how to write a cover letter, as well as networking, using social media tools, and tapping into “hidden” employment markets.
4:30 p.m. – 5:15 p.m.: The Interview
Rita will be available in between workshops throughout the day to answer questions one-on-one, provide mini-critiques of resumes, help job seekers prepare for interviews, and recommend additional resources and tools.
This session will center around interviewing—getting past the phone screen, answering difficult questions, different types of interviews (situational, behavioral, group, panel, stress), and salary negotiation are just some of the topics we’ll discuss.
Bring your resume and questions!
On Saturday, November 17, Certified Career Coach Rita Friedman will lead three 45minute workshops to help guide ACTFL Convention attendees through the job search process. Each mini-workshop will focus on a different key component of the successful job search and will include a topic overview, practical advice, and Q & A. We’ll discuss the challenges and opportunities unique to teaching languages, the employment landscape within the industry, alternate career options for language teachers, credentialing, and professional development planning.
Come to one or all three workshops for useful insights and networking opportunities!
Schedule at-a-Glance
SATURday November 17, 2012
Saturday
schedule-at-a-Glance 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Registration Open 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. World Languages Expo 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Educational Sessions and ACTFL Plenary Session 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Free Time for Exhibit Hall Visit/ Electronic Posters 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Educational Sessions 11:00 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. Free Time for Exhibit Hall Visit/ Electronic Posters 11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Educational Sessions 12:15 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Luncheons/Free Time for Exhibit Hall Visit 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Educational Sessions 3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Free Time for Exhibit Hall Visit 3:15 p.m. – 4:15 p.m. Electronic Posters/ACTFL Roundtables 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Educational Sessions 5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Educational Sessions
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Session descriptions and presenter information come directly from the submitter and is not entered by ACTFL. Information is accurate as of October 19, 2012.
Daily Program
SATURday, November 17, 2012
7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon L
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon B/C
314 ACTFL Small Undergraduate German Programs Breakfast Business Meeting and Presentation
319 Learn with NADSFL—Does It Count?
The business meeting will feature a presentation entitled, Meaningful Collaboration Between Secondary and Postsecondary German Programs. Participants will have an interactive discussion focusing on ways secondary and postsecondary German programs can collaborate in person or virtually. Presenter(s): Gregory H. Wolf, North Central College; Beverly A. Moser, Appalachian State University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Small German Undergraduate Programs SIG Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English, German Applicable Language(s): German
Event cancelled
7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Franklin Hall 12
316 K–12 Language Flagship Breakfast Meeting 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Room 405
317 ACTFL Community College SIG Business Meeting and Presentation This business meeting will feature a presentation entitled, The Affective Domain and Second Language Learning Practices. Looking for fun learning activities, or for a stimulating change of pace in the classroom? This presentation focuses on the relationship between Bloom’s Affective Domain, and second language learning. Audience may practice vocal activities that tap the “affective domain” to elicit responses with lasting effects. Presenter(s): Maria Teresa Miranda, Hostos Community College Sponsor(s): ACTFL Community College SIG Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
7:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Terrace Ballroom 2
318 NNELL Networking Breakfast This annual breakfast provides attendees an opportunity to network with early language learning professionals. Featured speakers at this year’s breakfast are Helena Curtain and Alyssa Villarreal. Admission is by ticket only. Presenter(s): Jacque Bott Van Houten (Chair), Kentucky Department of Education; Helena Curtain; Alyssa Villarreal, Memphis City Schools
Presenter(s): Laura Terrill Sponsor(s): NADSFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon D
320 Instruction in Cultural Competence These papers will focus on instructors’ beliefs and approaches to classroom instruction in intercultural competence: Cultural Competence and Foreign Language Instruction (Mesiti); Teaching the Location of Chinese Cultures (Hsiao). Presenter(s): Rocco A. Mesiti, University of Hartford; Jennifer Ching-hui Hsiao, Texas State University-San Marcos Sponsor(s): ACTFL Teaching and Learning of Culture SIG Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon L
321 Approaches to Communicative Reading and Writing in Intermediate German This session addresses communicative approaches to reading, writing, and speaking in intermediate German courses, broadly defined as second and third-year German. The following papers will discuss appropriate writing and reading assignments for intermediate students and how assignments can be tools to facilitate active and engaged class discussion. Presenters will have concrete examples of assignments, approaches, and activities facilitating student communication. A Communicative Approach Based on the German Telenovela “Jojo sucht das Glück” (Glatz); Writing in the Subjunctive Using Intercultural Communication (Schuetze); Teaching GDR Culture with Christoph Hein’s Short Story “Die Vergewaltigung” (Martin) Presenter(s): Lorna Sopcak (Chair), Ripon College; Lawrence Francis Glatz, Metropolitan State College; Ulf Schuetze, Dept. of Germanic & Slavic Studies; Judith E. Martin, Missouri State University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Small German Undergraduate Programs SIG Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): German
322 Speaking “Their” Language: Online Tools to Enhance Language Acquisition Language teachers have many online tools such as VoiceThread and Facebook to enhance language learning and provide viable ways to integrate and utilize technology. Presenters will share project-based activities done in languages classes and discuss activity templates, processes, and rubrics as well as outcomebased approaches in language teaching. Presenter(s): Ghislaine M. Rose (Chair), Lanting Xu, and Mariam Mathews, The American School in London Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 103 B
323 Flipping the Language Classroom Technological innovations make it possible to “flip” the language classroom. This model, which moves some instruction outside of class, places new demands on instructors but frees class time for more interaction. In this session, we will describe the flipped model and demonstrate its application to the beginning, intermediate and advanced levels. Presenter(s): Kimberly Jansma and Laurence DenieHigney, UCLA; Margaret Ann Kassen, Catholic University of America Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 103 C
324 Free Language Teaching Resources from the LRCs Come see the free resources available for teachers from the Language Resource Centers. Fifteen centers around the United States, funded by the Department of Education, will share information about their teacher resource guides and manuals, online materials, assessment materials in specific languages, and more for teachers of all levels and languages. Presenter(s): Joy Campbell and Elaine Tarone, Center for Advanced Research on Language Acquisition; Margaret Malone, Center for Applied Linguistics; Dennie Hoopingarner, Michigan State University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
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315 NADSFL Breakfast
This session will explore the rationale behind grades and an interesting dichotomy—students who won’t work unless there is a grade and teachers who grade to get students to work. Participants will consider various perspectives on grading and how to grade more effectively and efficiently to document student learning.
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 103 A
Daily Program 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 104 A
8:00 am – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 105 B
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 108 B
325 Cell and Smartphones for Smarter Language Learners
328 Excellence in World Language Teacher Preparation: Many Paths, One Goal
331 Maximizing a Study Abroad Program for Multiple Student Audiences
The presenters discuss the importance of empowering future world language teachers to become intrinsically and extrinsically motivated as they enter the profession. Based on an ongoing current research investigation, participants will learn about Self-Determination Theory and the importance of its application to WL teacher preparation.
Explores an innovative study abroad program in which multiple tracks of study and leadership are interwoven to maximize opportunities available to students, both overseas and at the home institution. Newly configured, this program involves students at all levels with opportunities for student leadership, mentoring and cooperative learning.
Presenter(s): Patricia Davis-Wiley, University of Tennessee; Mark K. Warford, Buffalo State College Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Presenter(s): Jennifer E. Orlikoff, West Virginia University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 107 B
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 109 A
329 Bringing TV Commercials into the French Classroom
332 Formative Assessment: Effective Process for Improving Student Learning
Learn how students can improve in their speaking and culture through the use of cell phones or smartphones or Mobile Learning Devices (MLD). Learn the advantages. See many diverse examples of spontaneous speaking activities and culture activities through MLD and QR codes. Participate in mobile learning. Presenter(s): Harry G. Tuttle, Onondaga Community College Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 104 B
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326 Theory into Practice: Teaching Foreign Language Methodology Via Service Learning To understand the theories presented in the foreign language methods course, pre-service teachers must be able to apply those theories by working with actual students. Service learning is an opportunity for pre-service teachers to practice teaching the foreign language methods to a diverse group of students. Presenter(s): Debra J. Vinci-Minogue, Dominican University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 105 A
327 AATI Swap Shop Breakfast During this breakfast you can share a 2-3 minute activity that excites, motivates, and engages all students in your Italian classroom. Please bring 25 copies of your activity. Presenter(s): Lucrezia Lindia (Chair), Eastchester High School; Bruna Boyle, University of Rhode Island; Ida Wilder, Greece Athena High School Sponsor(s): AATI Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: Italian Applicable Language(s): Italian
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This session will provide an overview of how to integrate French TV commercials in the classroom. Presenters will show well-known French commercials and demonstrate how culture and language can be presented in a fun and interactive way. Popular slogans, now part of French people’s everyday lives, will also be presented. Presenter(s): Solene Inceoglu (Chair) and Sarah N. Mecheneau, Michigan State University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English, French Applicable Language(s): French
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 108 A
330 Adding to Your Cultural Toolkit Participate in activities from short “games” to social networking/technological applications maximized for high impact in a short timeframe and all designed to teach culture in a standards-based curriculum. Participants learn to recognize culture in their own environment in order to transfer that insight to learning about other cultures. Presenter(s): Gay G. Rawson and Viann M. Pederson, Concordia College Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
In this session, presenters share strategic use of formative assessment to improve students’ learning for building proficiency. Presenters demonstrate ways to maintain the class in the target language and show when and how to give feedback to learners while sustaining students’ learning motivation using Backward Design. Presenter(s): Yoshiko Saito-Abbott, California State University; Yo Azama, North Salinas High School Sponsor(s): AATJ Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: Japanese Applicable Language(s): Japanese
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 110 A
333 Keys to Designing a Successful Japanese Immersion Camp Experience The Aozora Gakkou Japanese Immersion Camp is in its third year of operation. The presenter will discuss several tips on and materials for establishing, promoting, designing/scaling the camp to fit the needs of your community. The goal of this session is to assist attendees in creating a similarly fun/rewarding experience. Presenter(s): Andrew Scott, Sheridan Japanese School Sponsor(s): AATJ Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Daily Program
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8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 110 B
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 112 A
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 113 B
334 High School and College Collaboration: Building Interactions Using Thematic Units
337 Heritage Language Placement: Practical Steps for Exam Design and Implementation
340 Real-World Communication: So Easy, a Novice Can Do It!
Critical thinking skills should be promoted in foreign language curricula to prepare our students to be a part of the global society. A mini-society was utilized to enhance skill-based learning in a real-world setting. Thematic units are an ideal tool to bring together 21st century skills, technology and content standards.
Knowing how to differentiate heritage from traditional L2 learners and place each in the most appropriate classes is extremely challenging. This presentation provides a step-by-step description of how to create a heritage placement exam, including practical implementation tips to ensure effectiveness. Handouts of useful resources will be provided.
Presenter(s): Harue Sakuma, Torrance High School; Yuki Waugh, Texas A&M University Sponsor(s): AATJ Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English, Japanese Applicable Language(s): All
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 111 A
This presentation showcases and discusses award-winning curriculum samples from online university courses and U.S. Foreign Service personnel training courses, from the perspectives of Sweller’s (1988) cognitive load theory and of instructional design. The presentation details the application of cognitive load theory and instructional design for curriculum development. Presenter(s): Hsiang-Ting A. Wu, Foreign Service Institute Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Chinese
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 111 B
336 Effective Feedback Strategies for Fostering Teachers’ Professional Growth A systematic approach to giving feedback, understanding the role of content and process in making feedback sessions productive, and developing appropriate communication strategies, can turn feedback into a valuable professional development tool. In this session, participants practice effective feedback strategies through a series of experiential activities and receive peer feedback. Presenter(s): Grazyna M. Dudney, Defense Language Institute Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 112 B
338 Developing Engaging Interactive Classroom Activities of Everyday Vocabulary (for Arabic) Presenters have developed engaging supplementary material for elementary and intermediate Arabic textbooks and will outline how to adapt and create communicative materials which help students acquire and practice everyday vocabulary that will ultimately prepare students to live, work or study in any of the Arab countries. Presenter(s): Amani Abu Shakra and Kheireddine Bekkai, Boston University; Lulu Mustafa Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: Arabic Applicable Language(s): Arabic
Presenter(s): Kristy Placido, Fowlerville High School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 113 C
341 Observation Tool for Students with IEPs: Assessing and Assigning Accommodations In this session, the presenter shares an observation tool that was successfully utilized by teachers to assess the difficulties of students with IEPs and to assign appropriately aligned foreign language specific accommodations. To demonstrate the implementation of the tool, reactions from teachers who have implemented it is also presented. Presenter(s): Heather J. Hendry, University of Pittsburgh Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 113 A
339 The Language of Disabilities: Start-up Strategies for Inclusive Classrooms Increased enrollments of college students with disabilities offer opportunities for inclusive teaching. This session emphasizes the importance of the first weeks of the semester in fostering an inclusive pedagogy. Participants will reflect on their own teaching practices in areas identified by students with disabilities and discuss strategies for course design. Presenter(s): Wade A. Edwards, Longwood University; Sally S. Scott, University of Mary Washington; Susan A. Hildebrandt, Illinois State University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
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335 Applying Cognitive Load Theory in Curriculum Development and Instructional Design
Presenter(s): Sara Beaudrie, University of Arizona; Cynthia M. Ducar, Bowling Green State University; Marta Fairclough, University of Houston–MCL Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Often we shelter novices from authentic materials because we fear they will be too difficult. However, by teaching novices how to interact with authentic language, we give them a gift. Participants will see how novice learners can be guided toward rich experiences offered by authentic texts without fear and frustration.
Daily Program ACTFL Plenary session 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 114 Lecture Hall
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342 ACTFL Plenary: Introducing Phase II of ACTFL’s Research Priorities
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8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 115 B
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 117
344 Immersion: Don’t Teach History— Live It!
347 Television Advertising: Authentic Materials that Motivate Students Learning Spanish
In this session, immersion teachers will learn how to teach history through simulation. Participants will carry out many of the hands-on activities which their students can do in class on themes such as: Four European Revolutions and Be a Barbarian!
This year’s Research Plenary will focus on Phase II of ACTFL’s Research Priorities initiative, which will promote research in the five priority areas that emanated from Phase I. Plenary participants will lay the groundwork for Phase II by reviewing the research priority areas and research questions that emerged from the literature reviews, and by exploring the possibilities for research projects that might be conducted for each priority area. The plenary will be followed by a series of sessions, each of which will provide a forum for attendees to discuss their views of the kinds of research projects that might be proposed for Phase II.
Presenter(s): Jo Sanders, Rilke Schule Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Presenter(s): Dave McAlpine (Chair), University of Arkansas at Little Rock; Eileen Glisan, Indiana University of Pennsylvania; Richard Donato, University of Pittsburgh; Paul Toth, Temple University; Marty Abbott, ACTFL Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Producing a class journal, radio survey or television sequence in French, encouraging oral expression activities in the classrom through the framework of interviews? This workshop will help you integrate into your class journalistic interview techniques adapted to the level of your students.
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 115 A
343 Using a Corpus Effectively in a Spanish Grammar Course This participatory session explores ways to enhance learning of course content in a Spanish grammar class through the use of the Corpus del Español, a freely accessible, user-friendly online corpus that allows for highly sophisticated searches that other Spanish corpora (or search engines such as Google) currently cannot enable. Presenter(s): Carlos Benavides, University of Massachusetts Dartmouth Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: Spanish Applicable Language(s): Spanish
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8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 115 C
345 Breaking the News! Incorporate Journalistic Techniques into Your Classroom
Presenter(s): Lidwien van Dixhoorn, Radio France International Sponsor(s): Embassy of France Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: French Applicable Language(s): French
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 116
346 Using Webquests to Develop Critical Literacy in the Language Classroom This presentation highlights the New Literacy Studies by exploring applications of critical reading. Complementing traditional views of literacy, a focus on reading Internet texts through a sociocultural lens using Webquests provides students with tools to be critical readers and to understand how identities and ideologies are shaped in Internet texts. Presenter(s): John Roby Grossi, UPAEP Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Advertising is a powerful tool for teaching language given that it helps to contribute the necessary context for the acquisition of the language. Attendees of this presentation will receive ideas about how to use television commercials in the teaching and learning of Spanish as a second language Presenter(s): Pedro Pablo Rey Rodil, Embassy of Spain–Education Office Sponsor(s): Embassy of Spain Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: Spanish Applicable Language(s): Spanish
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 118 A
348 Formative Assessment: A Powerful Process for Building Proficiency Research says that formative assessment is the single most effective process for improving student learning. In this session, participants examine the critical roles of feedback, goal setting, student self-assessment, and student–teacher collaboration and look at a sampling of ongoing, stepping-stone assessments both traditional and technology-based that positively build proficiency. Presenter(s): Rosanne Zeppieri (Chair), West WindsorPlainsboro RSD; Priscilla G. Russel, Princeton Regional Schools Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 118 B
349 Teacher Evaluation: The Role of Evaluators as Transformational Leaders Teacher evaluation serves the purpose of ensuring quality of instruction and contributing to teachers’ professional development. The presentation includes findings of a study that examined foreign language teachers’ and evaluators’ perspectives regarding teacher evaluation strategies and processes. The study also explored participants’ views regarding evaluators’ roles in teacher evaluation. Presenter(s): Deanna Tovar, Defense Language Institute Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
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8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 118 C
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 120 A
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 121 A
350 Intercultural Competence: Study Abroad and At-Home Sources of Learning
353 The New AP German and Articulation: Lessons from Year One
356 More than Germany: Including Switzerland and Austria in the Classroom
The presenters developed an open-ended questionnaire to assess intercultural competence as an outcome of a university Spanish major. They present data on students’ perceptions of their growth in intercultural competence in both their university courses and their study abroad experiences, and focus on aspects of teaching that foster this learning.
One year into the new AP German format: Teachers share the successes and challenges of implementation and students share experiences of participation in the new AP format and their transition to undergraduate German programs. What has been learned and how can curricula continue to evolve in Year Two?
This session addresses the need to transform traditional German language and literature courses into classes that integrate a more balanced approach with due attention to Switzerland and Austria. Presenters explore why Hochdeutsch is not a homogeneous concept and also highlight the diversity of regional culture(s) within DACH.
Presenter(s): Judith E. Liskin-Gasparro and Karen R. Leonard, University of Iowa Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
351 Using Technology Showcases to Share Best Practices This session describes the focus of “Showcase” events, provides examples, and discusses how to promote technology-integrated language instruction. Participants will discuss how this model can be adapted to their own settings. Presenter(s): Ravinder Singh Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 119 B
352 Leveraging Business and Government to Improve Language Education The presenters will discuss their experience in developing the Rhode Island Language Roadmap, a strategic plan for language education, in collaboration with businesses and government service agencies in the state using a unique model for language policy assessment and change developed by The Language Flagship. Presenter(s): Erin Papa and Sigrid Berka, University of Rhode Island; Jaime Andres Ramirez, Rhode Island College; Sarah Steverman, Westerly High School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 120 B
354 Word: A Vocabulary-Centered Approach to L2 Classroom Acquisition This session explores vocabulary-centered language instruction. Drawing from research on high frequency vocabulary, we argue that vocabulary learning depends on a multifaceted approach, using meaning-focused, output-focused, and fluency-focused tasks. We illustrate this with a variety of teaching materials that were used in a pilot study in a Beginning German program. Presenter(s): Thorsten Huth, University of Tennessee; James Rankin, Princeton University Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 120 C
355 When Homework Makes a Difference This presentation summarizes results from several pilot studies implementing customizable language learning software. Students replaced homework and/or classtime with independent work in the language learning software. Students enjoyed the program and hours spent in the program made a difference on midterm and final performance in a pilot study. Presenter(s): Senta Goertler and Angelika N. Kraemer, Michigan State University Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): German, Spanish
Presenter(s): Colette Van Kerckvoorde (Chair), Bard College at Simons Rock; Lisa Seidlitz, Augustana College; Sharon M. Difino, University of Florida; Regina Braker, Eastern Oregon University Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): German
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 121 B
357 Fernsehen Up Close: Bringing Culture to the Classroom Through Television This session will address strategies for introducing students to contemporary German culture through the medium of television. Die Telenovela: Springboard to Cultural Competence (Intermediate Low); Germany in the Crosshairs—“Tatort” in the Culture Classroom (Intermediate Mid); The Ball is Round: Soccer in the German Culture Class (Intermediate High+) Presenter(s): Will Lehman, Western Carolina University; Margit Grieb and Stephan Schindler, University of South Florida Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): German
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 121 C
358 Effective Strategies for Building a Sustainable Proficiency-Oriented Chinese Program This panel attempts to answer some common challenges in building a sustainable Chinese program. We approach this issue from three different angles: to improve student motivation with innovative use of social-media technology, to establish performance-oriented curriculum goals and proficiency-based assessments, and to promote dynamic outreach programs with external resources. Presenter(s): Ke Peng (Chair), Western Kentucky University; Jinai Sun, North Central College; Chunyuan Di, Pennsylvania State University Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
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8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 119 A
Presenter(s): Christopher Gwin; Ester Eichler, Abington Senior High School Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): German
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8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 122 A
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 124
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 126 B
359 Grammatical Issues in Teaching and Learning Chinese
362 Interactive Learning Strategies and Anxiety in CSL
These papers introduce Chinese aspect models for better understanding the meanings and use of aspect particles, a categorization of 155 adjective–predicate structure errors along with pedagogical suggestions for dealing with the errors, and an analysis of how Mandarin learners differ from native speakers in resolving classifier ambiguity. Aspect Model Construction in Chinese Grammar Starting from Particle le (Liu); Error Analysis on Adjective-Predicate Structure: Based on HSK Writing Corpus (Zhang); Processing Classifier Attachment Ambiguity in Native and Nonnative Mandarin Speakers (Yao)
These papers address interactive learning strategies including tandem learning through language exchange, and online chatting. Also addressed in this session are factors that affect students’ language anxiety and willingness to communicate. Anxiety and Willingness to Communicate: Learning Mandarin in Hong Kong (Yan and Pan); Developing Intercultural Communicative Competence Through Tandem Learning (Chen); The Characteristics of Online Chatting Texts from CSL Learners (Wang and Feng)
365 Building Proficiency and Supporting the Common Core Curriculum
Presenter(s): Jing Zhang (Chair), Ohio University; Yanmei Liu; Yun Yao, University of Illinois Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Professionalism, Research Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
Presenter(s): Chiuhung Chen (Chair), University of Miami; Jackie Xiu Yan and Jun Pan, City University of Hong Kong; Yanlin Wang and Jinglan Feng, Texas Tech University Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Research, The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 122 B
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 125
360 A Research Report on Information Technology and Teaching Chinese
363 Design and Practice of Online and Mobile Learning in CFL
This survey report outlines emerging theories on distance learning and its applications to the teaching of Chinese as a foreign language. It investigates the current status of technology used among Chinese instructors, perceptions of using technology in teaching Chinese, and effective professional development in reducing the anxiety of technology use.
These papers investigate the use of online and mobile learning tools for Chinese language learning. High school students’ perceptions of and use of online tools will be discussed, as will mobile tools for learning Chinese vocabulary and exploring Tang poetry. Online Chinese Learning: Perspective, Practice and Design (Lee); Chinese Poetry for a Smartphone Age (Porter); An Experiment in a Web-Based Audio-Text Reader for Intermediate Learners (Zhao)
Presenter(s): Jin Huei Enya Dai (Chair), Monterey Institute of International Studies; Henry Ruan, Lower East Side Prep. High School; Pei Yu Yeh, Hsinchu International School; National Hsinchu University of Education Sponsor(s): CLASS Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 123
361 Glocalization of Chinese as a Second Language: Varieties and Differences This session emphasizes that Global Chinese is more likely to succeed when the service is adapted specifically to each locality or culture. Teaching Chinese as a second language encompasses both the linguistic values of a world language and the succession of global cultural heritage. Glocalization is the key. Presenter(s): Chin-chin Tseng (Chair) and Li Yu Chen, National Taiwan Normal University; Li-na Fang, National Kaohsiung Normal University Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
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Presenter(s): David Porter (Chair) and Qiuli Zhao, University of Michigan; Yi-Chen Lee, University of Wisconsin Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Research, Technology Applicable Level(s): All
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 126 A
364 Enseigner l’Afrique Francophone This session will help you discover the multiple faces of contemporary Africa through the writings of Leonora Miano, Alain Mabanckou, etc. whose novels are among the best literature being produced in Francophone Africa today. Through a variety of interactive activities, participants will learn about ways to integrate this information into their courses. Presenter(s): Angele Kingue, Bucknell University Sponsor(s): PSMLA Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: French Applicable Language(s): French
Workshop participants will consider how to use the five standards of the Common Core Curriculum for English Language Arts as a lens to examine the standardsbased world language curriculum and to refine and enhance the best practices for building language proficiency aligned with Common Core teaching principles. Presenter(s): Willard Heller, SUNY Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Room 406
366 Expanding Learning Opportunities: Bridging HL Pedagogy and Communities via Technology Community-based heritage language (HL) programs face overwhelming challenges when designing curricula, materials, and ways of sharing learning-teaching which facilitate students’ engagement and progress. These papers present curricula models and approaches to using technology which expand HL learning beyond the classroom by bridging pedagogy to target language use and cultural practices in global communities. Connecting French Heritage Teachers and Learners in and Outside of the United States (Ross and Devedec); California Tamil Academy: A Community School’s Success Story (Rajamanickam); Fine-Tuning the Early Heritage Language Learning Pedagogy (Belluz) Presenter(s): Renate Ludanyi (Chair), Western Connecticut State University; Jane Ross, New York University; Benoit Le Devedec; Vetriselvi Rajamanickam, California Tamil Academy; Sigrid Belluz, Deutsche Schule Charlotte Sponsor(s): ACTFL Heritage Languages SIG Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): French
CLTA Celebrates 50th Anniversary The Chinese Language Teachers Association (CLTA) marks its 50th Anniversary in 2012 and is planning several special events at the convention to commemorate this major milestone. ACTFL congratulates CLTA on this important accomplishment!
Daily Program 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Room 501
367 Motivating Multicultural Film: One Film, Two Languages, Many Activities The use of a single film, Joyuex Noel, propelled students of two world languages into a myriad of high-interest language learning experiences that also deepened their cross-cultural understanding. This presentation will provide examples of practical, standards-based activities as well as inspiration for your own ideas! Presenter(s): Louise A. Faria; Holly Rickerl, Briscoe Middle School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Film (Cinema) SIG Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): French, German
368 NADSFL Executive Board Meeting 9:00 a.m. – 9:50 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 1
E36 Learning a New Language Can Be Fun With Livemocha Learning a new language can be frustrating for your students. But practice with native speakers is fun. And making cross-cultural connections is exhilarating. Come hear how Livemocha and millions of helpful language learners make language learning a blast! Presenter(s): Michael Schutzler, Livemocha Sponsor(s): Livemocha Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
9:00 a.m. – 9:50 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 2
9:00 a.m. – 9:50 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 4
E37 Play, Practice, and Produce with ChineseCUBES
E39 Interactive Boards Increase Target Language Usage and Improve Classroom Management
Looking for new and interactive ways to teach Chinese in your classrooms? ChineseCUBES is a new and unique program that combines the use of physical cubes with Augmented Reality (AR) technology to help students learn Chinese characters one-by-one easily and painlessly, and discover the magic of combining Chinese characters to form new words, phrases and sentences. Designed for beginners of all ages, the program will help your students play, practice, and produce Chinese in no time! Join us for a live demo of the ChineseCUBES program.
Learn how to create daily flipcharts to cue students, guide vocabulary usage in context, extend paired practices, and maximize audio, video and textbook accessories. Create a no-transition, seamless class with examples from seventh grade Spanish One and the Promethean Board. Sorry, no review games included, just daily inspirational teaching ideas.
Presenter(s): Rex How, ChineseCUBES Sponsor(s): ChineseCUBES Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Chinese
Presenter(s): Ellen Shrager, A Teacher’s Voice Sponsor(s): CSCTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
9:00 a.m. – 9:50 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 3
9:00 a.m. – 9:50 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 5
E38 Instant Spanish Conversation Anytime—Cuéntame: 286 Spanish Conversation Cards Being able to converse motivates like nothing else. Students initiate conversation by randomly selecting and asking one another a variety of nonthreatening questions in activities that develop fluency, confidence, community and motivation. With regular use, students become proficient speakers. Enliven any class anytime. Extremely effective for students above age 10. Presenter(s): Cathy Díaz, Mt. Madonna School, Cabrilla College + Watsonville/Aptos Adult Education; Contee Seely, Command Performance Language Institute Sponsor(s): Midwest European Publications Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish
E40 New iCAN: Personalizing Paths to Proficiency Experience the redesigned iCAN® personalized assessment for world and English language learners in this interactive session. Engage as students to set personal goals, self-evaluate and create evidence organized to all new iCAN statements linked to multiple standards. Collaborate as teachers to continuously guide students based on their passions, strengths and needs. Presenter(s): Jim Snyder, Avant Assessment Sponsor(s): Avant Assessment Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Visit ACTFL Central ACTFL Central is located in Exhibit Halls D & E of the Pennsylvania Convention Center. It is open Friday, 10:00 a.m–6:00 p.m.; Saturday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; and Sunday, 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Stop by to purchase ACTFL publications and Discover Languages® products, learn about ACTFL programs and services, and view a demonstration of the newly redesigned ACTFL website. On Saturday, get expert career advice on topics like résumé-writing, the job search, and interview tips in a series of career mini-workshops conducted by a certified career coach.
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8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon J
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9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Terrace Ballroom Lobby
369 ACTFL Electronic Poster Presentations I Electronic Poster presentations will be displayed on a laptop computer at a high round table around which attendees can stand for viewing and interaction. The following multiple electronic posters will be presented at the same time in the area so you can hear more than one presentation during the hour.
369-01 Avatar Professor, Avatar Student: Teaching Culture in Second Life Real cultural competency comes from personal contact with a culture, something that is difficult to reproduce in the classroom. The Second Life virtual world affords opportunities for students to explore environments that are rich with cultural information. Through virtual exploration, students gain a personal understanding of culture and a new perspective.
369-07 Documentary and Art: IPA for 2nd Year Portuguese What is art? What is beauty? How does art transform lives? Students confronted such questions in “Only When I Dance,” and “Lixo Extraordinário” (Wasteland), through activities that integrated culture with proficiency goals. Students produced their own documentaries in Portuguese. Process and design will be highlighted in this presentation. Presenter(s): Celeste D. Mann, Villanova University
Presenter(s): Gloria B. Clark, Penn State University
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369-02 Building Linguistic and Cultural Competence Through Microblogging for Beginning Chinese as a Foreign Language This poster session examines the pedagogical pros and cons of microblogging tools based in the United States and those based in China for building linguistic and cultural competence at the beginning level of Chinese as a foreign language (CFL), and shares examples of learning tasks and activities. Presenter(s): Jin Zhang, Massachusetts Institute of Technology
369-03 Creating Online Language Materials with Wordpress.com and Screencasting Tools This article is divided into five sections. The first section introduces what Wordpress is and compares it with another popular blogging server—Blogger. The second section introduces the key features in Wordpress.com and demonstrates how they can be used to create multiple interactive online websites/blogs. The third section will show how other screencasting tools such as Camtasia can be incorporated into Wordpress to create a multimedia website. In the fourth section, the author will showcase how she has used it in language teaching. The last section summarizes the advantages of using Wordpress in language teaching and other applications to language teaching/ learning. Presenter(s): Ling-Ling Shih, Hope College
369-04 Delivering Social Media Content for the Less Commonly Taught Languages In this era of Internet and apps, language instructors need to be technologically savvy to keep up with the ever changing resources found in popular social media sites. This e-poster session provides a practical guide for instructors in the less commonly taught languages to integrate social media sites into their curriculum.
369-08 Enhancing Immersion Experiences Through Service Learning in San Andres, Colombia A service learning-based college course opened doors for expanded experiences in Colombia, a country where students had previously been reluctant to study. Students’ final coursework indicated that volunteering with local residents intensified their immersion experience, enhanced their appreciation of the culture, and accelerated their Spanish oral proficiency. Presenter(s): Carol S. Dean, SUNY–Oneonta Secondary Education; Maria Cristina Montoya, SUNY–Oneonta
369-09 Epistolary Contemporaneity: Cultural Presence in Pre-20th Century Women’s Literature Most epistolary exchanges are informed by the writer’s urge to communicate with personally and intellectually trusted friends. The poster session on cultural presence in pre-20th century women’s literature connects contemporary students to topics of personal travel reports, alienation vis-à-vis the literary forces of one’s time, one’s love life, or simple gossip. Presenter(s): Gerburg Garmann, University of Indianapolis
369-10 Hybrid Spanish: Metacognition, Foreign Language Instruction and Virtual Studying Abroad Hybrid Spanish consists of students taking a virtual study-abroad trip involving a preparation, immersion, and reflection period. In a typical semester, weeks 2–3 provide students “survival strategies” in the foreign country (i.e., cultural knowledge, expressions, and body language). At the end they “return to the USA” and reflect on their experience. Presenter(s): Diana Ruggiero, University of Memphis
Presenter(s): Salmy Gheblawi and Ario Sunindyo, Department of State
369-11 Incorporating Advertising and Smartphones into Instruction
369-05 Did They Catch that Error? Students’ Use of Spell Checkers
Attendees will learn to revise traditional activities by incorporating advertising and smartphones into their teaching. Advertising is everywhere and smartphones are part of most students’ life. They can be tools that shape student awareness of other languages and cultures. Attendees will take home examples of practical activities.
Are you tired of students’ spelling mistakes on typed assignments? We will discuss two studies that examined the types of spelling errors Spanish and French students make and how successful they are at correcting them. We will also offer suggestions on how to effectively implement spell checkers during writing assignments. Presenter(s): Le Anne Spino and Solene Inceoglu, Michigan State University
369-06 Digital Travelogues: Step into History or Another Culture—Digitally! When it is not possible to visit a country where another language is spoken, we can pretend to visit and create a digital memory of our trip. Using free online tools, students superimpose pictures of themselves “exploring” famous sites, creating a narrated movie with subtext all in the target language. Presenter(s): Margaret Roberts, Friends Central School
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Presenter(s): Brenda Monica Magnetti, University of Arkansas
369-12 Online Diagnostic Assessment in Foreign Language Teaching and Learning Online Diagnostic Assessment (ODA) is a free web-based tool, aiming to help foreign language learners evaluate and enhance their learning in Arabic, Chinese, Korean, Russian, Spanish and other languages. The presenter will demonstrate and explain how to incorporate the ODA into classroom and help students achieve higher levels of proficiency. Presenter(s): Ying Shiroma, Defense Language Institute
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369-13 Quantitatively Identifying Foreign Language Learner Strengths and Weaknesses
369-19 University Supervisor Expertise and the Preparation of Foreign Language Teacher-Candidates
This presentation explores the possibility of using quantitative diagnostic assessment to accurately identify students’ strength and weakness. Based on the level and difficulty of vocabulary, grammar, sentence pattern and their correlated proficiency level, such an assessment can identify what/how much a learner needs to do to reach higher proficiency level.
Many foreign language (L2) student-teachers are supervised during their internship by education generalists without L2 teaching experience and expertise. In this mixed methodology study the researcher examines the extent to which supervisors without L2 teaching experience share with their L2 teacher-candidates the commonly held beliefs associated with effective L2 teaching.
Presenter(s): David Dai and Jing Zhang, Defense Language Institute
Presenter(s): Scott P. Kissau, University of North Carolina
369-14 Recruitment, Retention, and Community Building in Small Language Programs
369-20 Using Two Powerful Online Tools to Enhance Students’ Proficiency
This poster will explore a variety of strategies designed to harness the strengths of small programs (individual attention and personalized approaches) to recruit and retain students while building a sense of community for students across levels.
The Curriculum Development Division of DLIFLC developed a web-based formative assessment system, Online Diagnostic Assessment (ODA) and online self-study materials, Global Language Online Support System (GLOSS). ODA enables learners to evaluate their foreign language learning. GLOSS provides learners with the learning/ teaching tools for improving their foreign language skills.
Presenter(s): Stephanie A. Schechner and Kate M. Bonin, Widener University
369-15 Selecting and Using Materials for Chinese Language Programs
Presenter(s): Jiahang Li, National Foreign Language Center
369-16 Supporting Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders in the FL Classroom
369-21 Using the Computer to Quickly Create Manipulatives for Communicative Activities Many highly effective communicative activities require flashcards, picture prompts, charts and tables that formerly were prohibitively time-consuming to create. Participants will learn to quickly create these and other manipulatives using only Internet resources and basic word-processing programs. They will then explore dozens of ways to use them. Presenter(s): Sophie DeMarkey
Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders/Asperger’s are a unique population in the foreign language classroom. This poster will explore some of the unique strengths student bring to learning a second language, as well as areas of challenge teachers may encounter. Case studies from Landmark College will be shared. Presenter(s): Eve Leons, Landmark College
369-17 Teaching Language, Literature and Culture Through Fables Stories or fables, often familiar to our students in their native language, provide a historically rich, culturally authentic and generically non-threatening means of engaging foreign language students. This presentation demonstrates how to use fables to teach language and culture while incorporating popular pedagogical tools such as advertizing and YouTube. Presenter(s): Bendi Benson Schrambach, Whitworth University
369-18 The Academic Acculturation of Three Chinese Students to American Universities Chinese students rank the third largest group among international students in the U.S. universities. Studies suggest they face academic and cultural issues in adapting to higher education setting. This study provides insight into their engagement with the academic environment and acculturation processes, and discusses their difficulties and successful coping strategies. Presenter(s): Lei Guo, the University of Kansas
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What materials are available for Chinese teaching and learning? What materials exist for Chinese teacher development? How useful are these materials for Chinese programs? This presentation answers these questions by sharing the data from STARTALK Chinese programs from 2009 to 2011.
Presenter(s): Si Yen Lee, Defense Language Institute
Daily Program 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Room 411
370 AAUSC Editorial Board Meeting 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Franklin Hall 11
371 The Chinese Academic Council Meeting 10:00 a.m. – 10:50 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 1
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E41 New Textbook Series from EMC: T’es branché? T’es branché? You and your students soon will be! Join us and preview the all-new, four-level French program from EMC that delivers language and culture submersion experiences in a blended learning environment. Each unit, based on an essential question, provides many activities for practicing the three modes of communication. Students sharpen critical thinking skills by reflecting on questions in Comparisons and Perspectives. Beginning in Level One, strategies, activities, and authentic texts that lead to success on Advanced Placement and other proficiency based tests are included. See all this, including EMC’s innovative online technology featuring i-Culture, and much more in this preview session of T’es branché? Presenter(s): Mary Lindquist, EMC Publishing Sponsor(s): EMC Publishing Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): French
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10:00 a.m. – 10:50 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 2
10:00 a.m. – 10:50 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 4
E42 Experience the iPad Classroom: A New Way to Teach Chinese
E44 Teaching with Encounters: Chinese Language and Culture from Yale University Press
Come participate in a live Chinese language-learning classroom using iPads and other technologies. , this session Led by Brentwood School’s will show how the Discovering Chinese–iPad Edition app was incorporated into the classroom to elevate student interest. See the techniques applied to create fun, communicative activities that enhance student learning of Chinese grammar, character-writing, culture, and more. The Discovering Chinese–iPad Edition is a comprehensive secondary-level curriculum designed for the classroom. It was based on the state-adopted series and has Discovering Chinese been used in various STARTALK programs and schools worldwide. Presenter(s): Hilda Leung, The Brentwood School; Esther Lee and Sue-Ann Ma, Better Chinese LLC Sponsor(s): Better Chinese LLC Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Chinese
10:00 a.m. – 10:50 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 3
E43 Getting to Know Al-Kitaab, Third Edition A Georgetown University Press representative will present the new third edition of Alif Baa and Al-Kitaab: Part One. We will explain how to use the books and website, highlighting the updates in the third edition. Teacher copies will be available for all attendees. Questions will be welcome! Presenter(s): John Warren, Georgetown University Press Sponsor(s): Georgetown University Press Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Arabic
Learn about teaching with our new Chinese program Encounters, a groundbreaking curriculum featuring a dramatic series filmed entirely in China. Encounters’ highly communicative approach immerses learners in the Chinese language and culture through video and audio that directly correspond to units in the accompanying books. Visit www.EncountersChinese.com for more information. Presenter(s): Cynthia Ning, University of Hawaii Sponsor(s): Yale University Press Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12, Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Chinese
10:00 a.m. – 10:50 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 5
E45 Girl in the Belgian Resistance—Making a Difference Fernande Davis, who has moved people of all ages with her presentation, will highlight her teenage years in World War II. Her memoir, Girl in the Belgian Resistance, comes with 26 pages of lesson plans in French, and DVDs in French and English. Ms. Davis will be available for signings. Presenter(s): Joanne S. Silver, Beach Lloyd Publishers, LLC; Fernande Davis, Author Sponsor(s): Beach Lloyd Publishers, LLC Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): French
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon B/C
372 Learn with NADSFL—Enhancing WL Instruction in the 21st Century Classroom This interactive session focuses on assisting district leaders in implementing the 21st Century World Language Standards. Presenters discuss current trends in 21st century education. They provide the participants with research-based strategies and cross-disciplinary examples to promote discussion among the audience and lead to ideas to enhance student learning. Presenter(s): Viviana Muriel de Bonafede, The Detroit School of Arts Sponsor(s): NADSFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
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10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon D
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon L
373 Teaching Culture Through Language—Options for Preparing 21st Century Learners
374 Engaging Students in German: Exciting Activities for Levels A2-B2
How do you teach culture that is not separated from your language instruction? Four different approaches to culture that can help urban learners in world language classrooms are presented. This workshop includes socio-historical, sociolinguistic, social semiotic and critical orientations with actual lessons in Spanish, French and Russian to take away.
Presenter(s): Paula Hanssen (Chair); Debra Prager and Daniel J. Kramer, Washington & Lee University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Small German Undergraduate Programs SIG Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): German
375 Forging Student Engagement in Francophone Issues of Human Dignity Presenters discuss a multi-layered approach to teaching French through the use of technology. Using glogs, blogs, video conferences, social networking, and virtual internships, students are empowered to engage in social issues on a global scale while simultaneously enriching their knowledge of Francophone cultures and their understanding of similar local concerns. Presenter(s): Diane Paravazian, St. Johns University; Polly R. Duke, Friends Academy Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
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Presenter(s): Siwen Zhang (Chair), Harvard University; Theresa Y. Austin (Chair), Bridgette C. Moriarity, Yvonne V. Farino, Marie-Christine Andree Polizzi, Ekaterina Ites, University of Massachusetts, Amherst Sponsor(s): ACTFL Teaching and Learning of Culture SIG Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
This session focuses on meaningful projects to engage students on levels A2-B2 (second through fourth-year German). Each presenter has two different activities and will explain how they pique students’ interest and desire to speak and learn more about German culture and how can one integrate the activity into class. The activities will have a wide application to typical courses with students on levels A2-B2. The Kulturpass: A Key to Cultural Engagement Beyond the Classroom (Prager); Digital Storybooks and Virtual Diaries (Kramer)
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 103 A
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10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 105 A
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 106 B
376 Developing Advanced Level Proficiency Using Web 2.0 Tools
380 Italian Pedagogy VI
383 Incontro con Direttori di Riviste: I
These papers provide various approaches to the teaching of Italian language and culture. Advertising ItalianStyle: Targeting and Marketing in the Age of Carosello (Fiumara); Alla Fine Dei Corsi, Tutti al Mare: Teaching with Carosello (Annunziato); Captioning and Subtitling as a Tool for Foreign Language Learning (Pasqui); Educating the Bilingual Mind in the Bilingual School: A Successful Reality (Pitti, Pettenella and Candido)
Each editor will speak about his/her journal: Gradiva (Fontanella); Forum Italicum (Gazzola); Quaderni del 900 (Marini-Maio and Strappini)
This session will showcase potential uses of VoiceThread, Lingt Language, and wikis for the development of linguistic ability at the Advanced level. Participants will learn how these tools allow for collaborative participation in real-life tasks, and for assessing and providing feedback on students’ proficiency in different skills.
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Presenter(s): Mildred Rivera-Martinez (Chair); Cynthia L. Martin, University of Maryland; Tony Smith, ACTFL; Elizabeth H. P. Lavolette, Michigan State University; Susan Q. Pennestri, Georgetown University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Presenter(s): Rita Pasqui (Chair), University of Pennsylvania; Francesco Fiumara, Southeastern Louisiana University; Sarah Annunziato, University of Virginia; Ilenia Pitti, Marta Pettenella, and Selene Candido, La Scuola d’Italia Guglielmo Marconi Sponsor(s): AATI Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 103 C
381 Using Formative Evaluation to Improve Foreign Language Teaching
377 Skype in the World Language Classroom Session participants will receive information, sample activities and instructions on how to effectively use Skype to promote the target language and culture in the classroom at all levels. Presenter(s): Nathan Campbell (Chair), Manheim Central High School; Megan Flinchbaugh, Solanco High School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 104 A
378 Strategies for Building Online Presence in a Distance FL Classroom Session cancelled by presenter
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 104 B
379 Extensive Reading in the Foreign Language Classroom: A Model There are clear benefits in extensive reading for language learners; however its implementation in formal classes has proven quite challenging. This session proposes a model that can be used as a stand-alone course or as a component of a course and adapt to different levels of proficiency. Presenter(s): Maria Teresa Ramos-Garcia (Chair) and Maria C. Spitz, South Dakota State University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
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10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 105 B
Feedback from formative (during training) evaluation can be used to improve foreign language teacher effectiveness, increasing the likelihood that student learning outcomes will be achieved. This session uses a casestudy approach and presents related empirical research to describe and illustrate how formative evaluation and feedback can improve foreign language teaching. Presenter(s): Jennifer McGinnis and Eric Surface, SWA Consulting, Inc. Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 106 A
382 AP Italian Language and Culture 2012 Edition There will be a presentation of data, outcomes and exam volumes related to the 2012 exam edition. Discussion follows with teachers on strategies and solutions aimed at increasing the number of exam takers. Presenter(s): Cristiano Maggipinto (Chair) and Lucia Dalla Monta’, Embassy of Italy Sponsor(s): AATI Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English, Italian Applicable Language(s): Italian
Presenter(s): Anthony Mollica (Chair); Nicoletta Marini-Maio, Dickinson College; Giuseppe Gazzola and Luigi Fontanella, Stony Brook University Sponsor(s): AATI Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English, Italian Applicable Language(s): Italian
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 107 A
384 Innovative Approaches to the Italian Language and Culture Curriculum This session presents two innovative approaches to teaching Italian language and literature at different stages of the curriculum: in one, content-based materials transform “bridge” courses into journeys of exploration, boosting student engagement and motivating subsequent enrollment; in the other, ludic approaches to teaching enhance such a journey at all levels. Presenter(s): Colleen Marie Ryan-Scheutz (Chair), Indiana University; Alessia Blad, University of Notre Dame; Karolina Serafin, Cornell University; Silvia Dupont, University of Virginia; Giorgio Corda, University of Colorado Sponsor(s): AATI Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Italian
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 107 B
385 Cultural Connections: Engaging African-American Second Language Learners This session will epitomize methods for fully engaging African-American students by incorporating more cultural relevancy in world language curriculum. Strategies for language advocacy for urban schools, culturally sensitive and relative lessons and tips for making community partnerships will be shared. Presenter(s): LaTricea D. Adams, Williamson County Schools Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): French, Spanish
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10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 108 A
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 109 B
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 111 A
386 Science and Technology: A Thematic Approach for Advanced Spanish Classes
389 Development of Writing Skills Through Cross-Cultural Learning in the Language Classroom
This session showcases a classroom-tested thematic unit on natural disasters that will motivate your students and bring to life the Connections standard. Participants will take away concrete ideas for how to integrate science content in Spanish through presentational, interpersonal, and interpretive modes.
This presentation explains how to develop writing skills through the use of cultural activities at the intermediate level. It demonstrates that cultural information provides learners valuable input that can improve writing ability in a second language, and at the same time it prepares them for future classes in cultural studies.
392 Development of National Standards in Persian: Benchmarks, Goals, and Curriculum
Presenter(s): Robert L. Davis, University of Oregon; Laura Zinke, McClintock High School; Juan Carlos Morales, The College Board Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish
Presenter(s): Fanny R. Roncal-Ramirez, University of Iowa; Alicia Lorenzo, Vanderbilt University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish
387 Designing Thematic Instruction with Authentic Resources: Alienation and Assimilation The AP French Language and Culture course is a Standards-based curriculum structured around six themes. Participants will learn how to use one of the contexts for the “Personal and Public Identities” theme in the AP French Language and Culture Curriculum Framework to design classroom investigations, learning activities, and performance assessments.
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 110 A
390 Thematic Units and Performance Assessments in High School Japanese Curriculum The session will present a collaboratively created four-year Japanese curriculum designed to prepare students of all levels for the AP Japanese Language and Culture Exam. Examples of thematic units, interpretive activities, and formative and integrated performance assessments will be shared. The session will introduce a website designed for idea sharing.
Presenter(s): Brian G. Kennelly, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo; Davara Potel, Solon High School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): French
Presenter(s): Dan Carolin, Kennedy High School; Julie Cain, NCJIT; Rachel Henkelmann, Jefferson High School Sponsor(s): AATJ Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Japanese
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 109 A
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 110 B
388 Oral Examination Without Questions: Guiding Students to Intermediate Proficiency
391 Web Tools and the Classroom: Teaching Methods for Tomorrow
In lower-level Japanese classes, instructors sometimes overlook the means to attain Intermediate skills proficiency (ACTFL Guidelines), “to initiate, maintain and end a conversation.” In order to establish such skills, the presenters created more student-centered oral practices and examinations. We intend to share the results and provide examples of effective instruction. Presenter(s): Kenichi Miura and Mayumi Ikeda, Franklin & Marshall College; Miki Murakami Sponsor(s): AATJ Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: Japanese Applicable Language(s): Japanese
During this discussion, various collaborative, research, presentation, organizing and quizzing tools will be presented for the classroom. The goal is to provide skill sets that not only help in the classroom but also in everyday life. Presenter(s): Masahiro Tanaka, United Nations International School Sponsor(s): AATJ Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English, Japanese Applicable Language(s): All
Presenter(s): Nicole Mills, Harvard University; Pardis Minuchehr, University of Pennsylvania Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Other
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 111 B
393 Cultivating Professionalism: Early-Start ePortfolios for Teacher Candidates This session presents an early-start ePortfolio that fosters teacher candidates’ awareness of professional development beginning with their first university FL course, launching a process in which candidates track and assess their own progress toward becoming outstanding teachers and learn to chart their professional course, with guidance and feedback from faculty. Presenter(s): Bonnie Robb, Jorge H. Cubillos, and Ali J. Alalou, University of Delaware Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 112 A
394 Los geht’s! Planning and Teaching the Revised AP German Course This session explains how to implement the new AP German course and best prepare students for the exam. Presenters will describe the development of course content based on course themes and offer concrete teaching strategies. Examples of authentic, standardsbased texts and tasks in all modes of communication will be provided. Presenter(s): Cynthia Chalupa and Heiko ter Haseborg, West Virginia University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): German
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10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 108 B
This presentation will describe a STARTALK program in which over 20 Persian language professionals consisting of professors, scholars, and community instructors collectively designed a national curriculum guide, including benchmarks and standards, for novice and intermediate Persian. The program’s curriculum, developed goals, themes, and model units will be presented.
Daily Program 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 112 B
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 113 C
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 115 A
395 Engaging Students in Arabic and Mandarin: Teachers Share Successful Strategies
398 DELF-DALF: French Diplomas to Accompany Teaching/Learning of French
400 Developing Fluency from Day One Through Comprehensible Input-Based Strategies
Teachers discuss how increasing student engagement and interest helped build their K–12 Arabic and Mandarin programs. Educators will share their successful methods, including the use of firsthand experiences, international exchanges, and personal connections to develop program capacity and prepare students for living in a global society.
The DELF and DALF are awarded by the French Education Ministry. These diplomas give students the opportunity to be rewarded with proof of their hard work at learning French. Learn more about these diplomas and how to implement them in your French program.
How can teachers prevent students from exiting language study without ever attaining a measurable level of fluency? By creating a hybrid immersion experience in which students begin developing fluency from Day One! Learn powerful strategies to provide an abundance of authentic contextualized, comprehensible input, resulting in immediate linguistic success.
Presenter(s): Eliza Doton and Stephanie Heard, American Councils for International Education Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Arabic, Chinese
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10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 113 A
396 Engaging and Motivating the Reluctant or Inhibited Language Learner Experience and practice three key activity-types that motivate and reconnect disaffected students to you, their classmates, and language learning. Practical information on why adolescents disengage from languagelearning is paired with specific activities to overcome reluctance, fear, and disinterest. A thorough handout with resources, rubrics, and rationale is provided. Presenter(s): Erin Monahan and Norah L. Jones, Vista Higher Learning Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 113 B
397 Every Word Counts: Empowering Instruction Using the Target Language Learning a foreign language in English, rather than in the language itself, has been compared to learning how to swim without water. Presenters will share strategies on using the target language 90% of the time in the classroom, while enhancing instruction and encouraging a strong communicative, interactive atmosphere. Presenter(s): Janine Erickson (Chair) and Jian Lin, Denver Language School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
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Presenter(s): Jean-Claude Duthion and Thomas Chaurin, Embassy of France Sponsor(s): Embassy of France Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: French Applicable Language(s): French
ACTFL Research Priority 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 114 Lecture Hall
399 ACTFL Research Priority Area #1: FL Teacher Preparation Model Programs: Documentation, Implementation, and Outcomes Attendees will discuss and share preliminary ideas for research studies that address questions in this priority area, such as: How did the teacher preparation program models come to be and what processes characterized program development? How do these programs assess their outcomes? How do teacher candidates prepared by these programs perform in the classroom compared to teachers who were prepared in programs that are not considered model programs? Presenter(s): Richard Donato, University of Pittsburgh; Eileen Glisan, Indiana University of Pennsylvania Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Presenter(s): Carol Gaab, TPRS Publishing Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 115 B
401 Many Languages: One Core Session facilitators demonstrate how L2 teachers can take existing textbooks and curriculum in the TL and identify connections to the ELA Common Core State Standards based on the three modes of communication and the 5 Cs of Foreign Language Learning to foster stronger ties between all core subject areas. Presenter(s): Stephen R. Adamson and Freddie Bowles, University of Arkansas Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 115 C
402 New TOYS for the Teacher’s Toy Box Three Regional Teachers of the Year and ACTFL 2012 TOY finalists unite to share research-based best practice from their classrooms to engage the 21st century learner. Participants will leave with sample activities, resources, and assessments to implement into their classroom instruction. Presenter(s): Lisa Podbilski (Chair), Berkeley Prep. School; Sherri K. Harkins, Pittsville Elementary & Middle School; Wendy Brownell, KIPP Denver Collegiate High School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Daily Program
SATURday, November 17, 2012
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 116
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 117
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 118 A
403 Second Language Writers’ Use of Google, www.wordreference.com and Microsoft Word
404 Discovering Grammar: What Happens When Students Make Their Own Rules?
405 Investigating the Efficacy of Strategies for Teaching Assessment Literacy
This presentation reports on case studies of universitylevel foreign language learners’ use of digital resources while writing an essay about a literary text. Data were collected via field notes, screen capture software, and interviews. Pedagogical implications of learner differences and their use of multiple digital tools will be discussed.
Our goal is to create more active and engaged learners by allowing students to discover grammar rules themselves rather than memorizing complicated lists. We will use authentic materials to show how learners can use language to learn grammar rules rather than always using grammar rules to learn about language.
This session describes a study investigating the efficacy of a hybrid online and face-to-face course for language instructors to learn the fundamental principles of classroom assessment. Researchers analyzed participant assignments and pre- and post-course surveys, and course instructor observations to evaluate strategies worked in the course to increase assessment literacy.
Presenter(s): Elizabeth Deifell, University of Iowa Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish
Presenter(s): Daniel B. Trego and Le Anne Spino, Michigan State University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish
Presenter(s): Francesca Di Silvio, Anne E. Donovan, Megan Montee, and Lynn E. Thompson, Center for Applied Linguistics Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
SATURday November 17, 2012
Visit the Exhibit Hall The ACTFL World Languages Expo is located in Exhibit Halls D & E of the Pennsylvania Convention Center. The Expo is open Friday, 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.; Saturday 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; and Sunday 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Come visit our more than 250 exhibitors offering information on the latest education products, services and technologies for language education.
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Daily Program 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 118 B
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 119 B
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 120 C
406 Task-Based Instruction: How to Overcome Constraints Creating Meaningful Tasks
409 Preparing Teachers to Implement 21st Century Skills
412 Technologenie—Make your Students Think You Are a Technological Genius
This session will look at task-based instruction (TBI) and how teachers can overcome the constraints of their assigned curriculum and materials in order to incorporate the principles of TBI in their classrooms. Practical examples will be given of how textbooks and exercises can be adapted to create tasks. Presenter(s): Sonia N. Estima Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 118 C
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SATURday, November 17, 2012
407 IPA and the Feedback Loop: Keys to Improving Language Performance This session will present a study investigating the feedback loop of the interpersonal mode of the IPA in a high school classroom. Using videotaped feedback sessions, the presenters will demonstrate how co-constructed and interactive feedback is a powerful tool for improving language instruction. Presenter(s): Bonnie Adair-Hauck and Francis J. Troyan, University of Pittsburgh Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Applicable Language(s): All
10:00 am – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 119 A
408 Strategies for Success: Teaching Languages to Toddlers and Preschoolers The rising interest in pre-kindergarten language education presents unique opportunities and challenges. The topics for this session are: (1) the young language learner and the role of the adult; (2) practical considerations when starting a program; (3) federal Race to the Top: Early Learning Challenge grants and other funding opportunities. Presenter(s): Ana M. Lomba, Ana Lomba Early Languages LLC; Karen Nemeth, Language Castle LLC Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 8 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
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Presenters discuss an extended professional development program that provides K–12 teachers with knowledge of expectations in the Partnership for 21st Century Skills as they apply to language learning. Leaders share how participants are guided to develop level-appropriate activities and outcomes for students focusing on each of the 12 skill frameworks. Presenter(s): Rosalie M. Cheatham (Chair), Sherrie A. Ray-Trevino, and Stephanie Dhonau, University of Arkansas Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 120 A
410 What Role Does History Play in the Undergraduate German Curriculum? What role does history play in the undergraduate German curriculum? How much do students need to know? Should the curriculum give a basic overview of German history, or instead focus exclusively on the present? What do students want? What is good for them? What can they be persuaded to learn? Presenter(s): Carol Anne Costabile-Heming (Chair), University of North Texas; Frank Trommler, University of Pennsylvania; Stephen Brockmann, Carnegie Mellon University; Luke Springman, Bloomsburg University Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): German
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 120 B
411 Love Story? Crime Story? Literature? Learn German with Audio-Books! Participants will experience how to integrate audiobooks made for language learners in the German classroom. A variety of subjects (crime stories, love stories and easy literature) from level A2-B2 will be discussed. The focus will be on how to use audio-books in your lesson planning. Presenter(s): Saskia Hintz, University of Colorado-Boulder Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: German Applicable Language(s): German
Don’t have access to or funding for technology? Frustrated by blocked sites? Even with these hindrances you can still infuse cutting-edge technology into your instruction easily, and without much preparation! Learn how to choose the right tool to match the communication mode and enhance these skills at every level! Presenter(s): Linda Zins-Adams, Highlands High School; Katrina Griffin Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 121 A
413 Crossing Swiss Borders: New Transcultural Texts for the German-Speaking Classroom This session will discuss contemporary transcultural works by German-speaking Swiss-based authors and filmmakers. Using exemplary short stories, slam poems, and experimental text forms, the presenters will introduce innovative teaching strategies that will promote global learning and cross-cultural proficiencies in the German-speaking classroom. Presenter(s): Margrit Verena Zinggeler, Department of World Languages; Charlotte Schallie, University of Victoria Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English, German Applicable Language(s): German
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 121 B
414 Addressing Articulation: Transitions that Work Tired of identifying articulation problems but making no headway in changing “the system”? This session identifies positive steps to be taken, whom to seek as partners, how to address problems by asking good questions, finding pertinent data, and creating more seamless transitions between levels and institutions. Presenter(s): Phyllis Farrar, Kansas Department of Education; Iris Katharina Busch, University of Delaware; Christopher Gwin Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): German
Daily Program
SATURday, November 17, 2012
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 121 C
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 123
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 126 A
415 Chinese for Specific Purposes: Context, Curriculum Design, and Material Development
418 How Unique Are Chinese Heritage Learners: A Multiperspective Study
421 Higher-Order Thinking Activities in the Novice-Level Classroom
Chinese courses for general purposes can no longer satisfy an increasingly diverse body of advanced learners, whose interests are better served by specialized language training. This session addresses several important issues related to the development of Chinese courses for specific purposes in the American and study-abroad contexts.
The panel aims to characterize the intermediate-level Chinese heritage learners in terms of linguistic abilities as compared to their non-heritage counterparts. Researching on these two groups of learners from the same institute, the panel reports on the similarities and differences between their competence and skills in grammar, pragmatics, and writing.
Presenter(s): Yuan-Yuan Meng (Chair), Zhongqi Shi, and Xiaodan Wang, Columbia University Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
Presenter(s): Binnan Gao (Chair), Harvard University; Jia Zhu, University of Central Arkansas; Li Yang, University of Iowa Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English, Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
416 Syntactic, Textual, and Pragmatic Functions of Chinese Discourse with Pedagogy To develop linguistic competence, learners must have direct access to authentic data. To address that need, this proposal examines Chinese discourse at the syntactic, discourse, and pragmatic levels, ranging from written corpus data, casual conversation, to dialogue. With enriched language use, Chinese learners are better equipped to develop their L2 skills. Presenter(s): Fred J. Chen, National Taiwan Normal University; Yu-Fang Wang, National Kaohsiung Normal University; Hsi-chi Lee, Feng Chia University Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 122 B
417 Selecting and Using Authentic Materials to Develop Chinese Language Proficiency Developing learners’ reading proficiency in Chinese poses challenges. This panel explores authentic resources and effective instructional strategies to achieve communicative proficiency for all Chinese high school courses. It examines and analyzes crucial instructional strategies in selecting and using authentic materials. It emphasizes integrated approaches to scaffolding language proficiency development. Presenter(s): Haiyan Fu; Gin-Chi Wuu, Clear Lake High School Sponsor(s): CLASS Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English, Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 124
419 Corrective Feedback and Implicit/ Explicit Form-Focused Instruction in L2 Chinese This panel will discuss the roles of corrective feedback in developing L2 Chinese grammaticability and overall proficiency. Presentations include: Effects of Explicit/Implicit Feedback in CFL Development (Jin); Computer-Mediated Feedback in Promoting Interlanguage Development of ‘LE’ (Yuan); and Relative Effects of Explicit/Implicit Instruction in an Immersion Context (Liu). Presenter(s): Fangyuan Yuan (Chair), U.S. Naval Academy; Hong Gang Jin, Hamilton College; Jennifer Liu, Harvard University Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English, Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 125
420 Cloud Computing in Teaching Chinese: Applications at a Close Look This panel presentation explores the theory of Cloud Computing (CC) and its applications in teaching Chinese as a foreign language (CFL). An overview of the concept is presented. Specific topics, CC and task-based learning, advantages and caveats in using CC, classrooms examples with CC, and assessments are also discussed. Presenter(s): Daliang Wang (Chair), Mercyhurst College; Yunong Zhou, University of Pennsylvania; Juan Yu, Saint Joseph University Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English, Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
Presenter(s): Jose Ricardo Osorio, Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania Sponsor(s): PSMLA Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 126 B
422 Using Data for Decision Making in State Foreign Language Organizations State organizations can make informed decisions and arrive more efficiently at their goals when they make use of the variety of data that is available to them. MaFLA has started studying membership enrollment trends, website hits, feedback surveys and professional development evaluations, among other things. Come join in the discussion! Presenter(s): Tiesa Graf (Chair), South Hadley High School; Nicole Sherf, Salem State University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Room 405
423 Extreme Tech-Over: The New Foreign Language Classroom Technology has changed how we teach languages, and meaningful technology integration in our courses can be the best tool to achieve proficiency learning objectives in our introductory language courses. It can benefit all different learners and the way faculty members deliver and assess their instruction at their introductory language courses. Presenter(s): Yolanda L. Gonzalez, Valencia College Sponsor(s): ACTFL Community College SIG Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
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10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 122 A
Novice students are asked to recall information, make lists, and name objects. Very seldom, are they engaged in activities that require analyzing, evaluating or creating. Novice students need to get engaged in higher-order thinking activities to be able to move to the intermediate levels as their language learning progresses.
Daily Program 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Room 406
424 Helping HL Students Succeed in FL Classrooms: Strategies and Assessment Heritage language (HL) learners often enter foreign language (FL) classrooms with different needs from traditional FL language learners. Participants will learn from this panel about strategies for assisting heritage learners to succeed in foreign language classrooms, as well as how existing assessment instruments can better measure heritage language student progress.
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Presenter(s): Terrence Wiley, Margaret Malone, and Na Liu, Center for Applied Linguistics Sponsor(s): ACTFL Heritage Languages SIG Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Room 501
425 ACTFL Film (Cinema) SIG Business Meeting and Panel Discussion We are accustomed to viewing international language films for how each portrays its own language and culture, but what can we bring to our classroom when we look from a different point of view? Join the Film SIG for a panel discussion entitled, International Film Through a Global Lens: New Points of View, brief business meeting, and refreshments. Presenter(s): Madelyn Gonnerman Torchin (Chair), Massachusetts Foreign Language Association; Leasa Y. Lutes, Gordon College; Tom Conner, St. Norbert College; Darell Tibbles, Vistamar School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Film (Cinema) SIG Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
11:00 a.m. – 11:50 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 1
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11:00 a.m. – 11:50 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 2
11:00 a.m. – 11:50 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 5
E47 Demnächst im Unterricht! Cineplex: German Language and Culture Through Film
E50 Activating Exercises to Create Communication in Advanced Spanish Courses
This workshop launches Cineplex: German Language and Culture Through Film, an innovative approach to teaching and learning German at the intermediate level that integrates feature films and clips with relevant and motivating cultural topics. Cineplex appeals to students while building and strengthening their language skills and expanding their cultural knowledge.
Are Spanish exam prep books boring your students? This interactive workshop will show how to use multiple-choice reading and listening exercises as communication activities to promote critical thinking and language proficiency. Using material being developed for the new Spanish Language Exam in Triángulo Aprobado, we will present a paradigm for creating communicative activities with song and journalistic articles. Given primarily in Spanish.
Presenter(s): Jeanne Schueller, University of Wisconsin-Madison; Reinhard Zachau, University of the South, Sewanee; Carrie Collenberg-Gonzalez, Williams College Sponsor(s): Focus Publishing Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): German
11:00 a.m. – 11:50 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 4
E49 Check Out French in Action, Third Edition Join us as we discuss the newly published third edition of French in Action. Now updated for today’s students, samples from the new textbook will be shown. Come learn how to help your students become proficient in French using this legendary multimedia program. Presenter(s): Barry Lydgate, Wellesley College Sponsor(s): Yale University Press Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): French
Presenter(s): John T. Conner, Groton School Sponsor(s): Breaking the Barrier Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): French, Spanish
CLASS Celebrates 25th Anniversary The Chinese Language Association of Secondary-Elementary Schools (CLASS) celebrates its 25th Anniversary in 2012 and will mark this milestone at a luncheon on Saturday, November 17. ACTFL congratulates CLASS on this important accomplishment!
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11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon A
426 Lead with NCSSFL: Embracing the Standards of Common Core in Immersion Literacy Programs The advent of the Common Core has created an urgent need to examine and attend to its impact on dual-language immersion literacy standards, scaffolding strategies, curriculum pacing and text genre. If immersion students are going to meet the rigor of the Common Core in target language literacy, it is critical to align our programs to these standards. Resources to guide this alignment process and enhanced instructional strategies and materials designed to support the Common Core in French and Spanish literacy programs will be shared. Presenter(s): Ofelia Wade, Tristin West, and Kaye Murdock, Utah State Office of Education Sponsor(s): NCSSFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
E46 The Ideal Lesson: Ten Steps to Total Fluency In this session, John Conner, Spanish teacher at Groton School and author of the acclaimed Breaking the Barrier series, leads participants through 10 activities guaranteed to make classes more productive and exciting. Video clips of his own students will be shown, and the ideas presented can be used in your own classroom the very next day! John will also give attendees a quick look at the new iPad version of his Spanish texts.
Presenter(s): John McMullan; George Watson-Lopez Sponsor(s): Wayside Publishing Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): High School, College First and Second Year Language of Presentation: Spanish Applicable Language(s): Spanish
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11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon B/C
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon D
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427 Learn with NADSFL—Observe & Submit: Mobile Electronic Observation Forms
428 ACTFL Teaching and Learning of Culture SIG Business Meeting and Presentation
429 Free Online Technology for World Language Classrooms
This is a hands-on workshop for supervising teachers and administrators. Using Pages, EverNote, and JotForm on your iPad, laptop, or smartphone, learn how you can craft teacher evaluation instruments and observation feedback forms that are tailored to your individual needs. Feel free to bring your own device!
This business meeting will feature a presentation entitled, Perspective Transformation and Cultural Learning: Blogging in the Target Language. The presenter will focus on a basic exploration of transformative learning and how it can inform the integration of language and culture learning through technology to encourage a deeper, more dynamic understanding for students in beginning foreign language courses.
Presenter(s): Jennifer N. Carson, Virginia Beach Public Schools Sponsor(s): NADSFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Presenter(s): Kelly F. Davidson, Clemson University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Teaching and Learning of Culture SIG Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon K
This session presents a collection of free technology and web-based interactive software that allow for virtual immersion into the target language and culture. Topics include social networking sites for language learners, and resources, support and curriculum for a wide variety of differentiated instruction or setting up fully-functional asynchronous distance learning language programs. Presenter(s): Sandra Kregar, Florida State University; Lisa M. Carlucci and Franco Paoletti, Thomas Edison State College Sponsor(s): ACTFL Distance Learning SIG Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
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Give Us Your Feedback Participants are encouraged to offer feedback on the convention. ACTFL will e-mail the convention survey to all attendees after the convention. If you prefer to take this survey during the convention, there is a survey button on the main menu of the Mobile App. Each event in the Mobile App schedule has an survey option so you can also rate individual sessions, workshops, and presenters.
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11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 104 A
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 105 B
430 Using iPads and iPods in the World Language Classroom
433 Raising Speaking Proficiency Using Level-Appropriate Technology-Integrated Activities
436 Study Abroad and Oral Proficiency: What Difference Does It Make?
In order to enhance a student’s speaking proficiency, it is important to understand what s/he can do and what s/he cannot using the language and design levelappropriate motivating activities. This presentation focuses on effective speaking activities using Web 2.0 and other technology tools that can motivate “digital natives.”
Based on speech samples from simulated oral proficiency interviews (SOPIs) in Spanish and Chinese, the presenters describe their analysis of the speech of students who have reached similar levels of proficiency with and without studying abroad. They also present data from interviews with students and consider implications for teaching.
Presenter(s): Mina Lee; Jong Oh Eun Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Presenter(s): Karen R. Leonard and Yupeng Kou, University of Iowa Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Using iPads and iPods in the classroom is a hot trend, but how can you incorporate them in teaching world languages? This session will give you concrete activities, useful apps, and ideas for leveraging this modern technology to foster target-language communication in your classroom. Bring your own iPad and follow along! Presenter(s): Laura Tokarczyk, Arlington Public Schools Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 103 B
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431 A Framework for Evaluating Digital Games: The Games2Teach Project This session prepares participants to create pedagogical materials integrating digital games into foreign language curricula. In doing so, it utilizes a framework for the evaluation of digital games for language learning. It is sponsored by the Center for Educational Resources in Culture, Language, and Literacy at the University of Arizona.
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 104 B
434 The Successful HL/L2 Mixed Classroom: Doing Better than “Making Do” Though many agree heritage language learners and second language learners benefit from separate tracks, in reality most teachers face combined classrooms and “make do.” This session reveals results from a two-year long study of mixed classrooms and focuses on best practices for creating a successful learning experience for all.
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 106 A
437 Gli Indimenticabili Anni Cinquanta nel Cinema Italiano This session will feature three presentations: Totò e Monicelli e la Maschera del “Sottoborghese” (Pearson); Il Cinema e il Giornalismo Durante la Guerra Fredda (Vitti); Il Gioco degli Specchi nel Cinema di Carlo Mazzacurati (Vitti-Alexander)
Presenter(s): Alegria Ribadeneira, Colorado State University Pueblo Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Presenter(s): Flavia Laviosa (Chair), Wellesley College; Magda Pearson, Florida International University; Antonio Vitti, Indiana University; Maria Rosaria VittiAlexander, Nazareth College Sponsor(s): AATI Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: Italian Applicable Language(s): Italian
432 Web Comics Bring the Kaboom in Spanish Language Classes
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 105 A
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 106 B
The new generation of students is technology savvy, and they expect technology in the classroom. Web comics are an innovative way to integrate technology with interesting themes. Web comics promote the development of Spanish language skills while expanding the understanding of literary and cultural awareness.
These papers provide various approaches to the teaching of Italian language and culture. Italian Exists and It Is in Good Health (Pennazzato); Italy–U.S.: From Virtual Acquaintance to Face to Face Meeting (Lange)
Presenter(s): Julie Sykes, University of New Mexico; Jonathon Reinhardt, University of Arizona Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 103 C
Presenter(s): Lea Leyva and Mirna Ordonez, University of Arkansas; Tahamara Ibarra Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish
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Presenter(s): Roberto Pennazzato, Consulate General of Italy in Chicago; Gisella Lange, Ministry of Education Sponsor(s): AATI Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Applicable Language(s): Italian
438 Incontro con Direttori di Riviste: II Each editor will speak about his/her journal: Annali di italianistica (Cervigni); Mosaic: The Journal for Language Teachers and “Riviste di italianistica on line e in forma cartacea” (Mollica); Cultura & Comuicazione Guerra (Danesi, Maida-Nicol). Presenter(s): Anthony Mollica (Chair); Dino Cervigni, University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill; Marcel Danesi and Sara Maida-Nicol, University of Toronto Sponsor(s): AATI Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English, Italian Applicable Language(s): Italian
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11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 107 A
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 108 B
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 110 A
439 ISL at the University Level: Cultivating Teaching, Cultivating Learning
442 Introducing Students to the French Teen Pop Culture with TV5MONDE
445 AATJ Paper Presentations IV
This session will focus on strategies and initiatives that aim to cultivate effective teaching and learning in Italian as a second language at the university level.
Teenage culture is another world in itself. Introducing students to the culture while they’re learning the language will motivate them in their learning. This presentation will introduce the participants to the “teen pop culture” in France and in French-speaking countries around the world and provide them with audiovisual resources to introduce it in the classroom.
Presenter(s): Michael Lettieri (Chair) and Salvatore Bancheri, University of Toronto; Paul Colilli, Laurentian University; Salvatore Di Maria, University of Tennessee; Frank Nuessel, University of Louisville Sponsor(s): AATI Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English, Italian Applicable Language(s): Italian
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 107 B
Teaching L2 vocabulary too often relies on a small number of techniques that may not offer adequate contextualization and connection with the target culture. This session proposes a variety of principled techniques and activities aimed to strengthen the role of culture as an inextricable component of L2 vocabulary learning. Presenter(s): Manel Lacorte, University of Maryland; Dale A. Koike, University of Texas at Austin Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 108 A
441 Immigration, Cultural Diversity, and My Spanish Class An experienced teacher in an inner city high school will show how she used the Cultural paradigm in the ACTFL Standards to change the stereotypical perspectives of her Spanish III students toward immigration and immigrants by engaging them with authentic materials that helped them develop multicultural understandings. Presenter(s): Judith L. Shrum, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Mary Joy Lewis, William Fleming High School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 109 A
443 AATJ Paper Presentations III Portfolios Implemented in an Advanced-Level Japanese Class with Formative Assessments (Nagai); Project-Based Learning: Interview Research Project in Advanced Japanese Courses (Egi, Uotate, and Nakamura) Presenter(s): Ayako Nagai, University of California– Irvine; Takako Egi, University of Kentucky; Yasuo Uotate and Yukari Nakamura, University of Florida Sponsor(s): AATJ Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: Japanese, English Applicable Language(s): Japanese
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 109 B
444 Teaching French Culture: The Lens of the Constitution As a statement of ideals and of the basic principles of law, the first article of the French Constitution provides an excellent lens for the examination of French culture, and a framework upon which to structure classes on fundamental aspects of French society that could otherwise appear disconnected and haphazard. Presenter(s): Vincent Aurora, Columbia University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: French Applicable Language(s): French
Presenter(s): Priya Ananth, Middle Tennessee State University; Etsuko Takahashi, Wesleyan University; Hisae Fujiwara, University of California Sponsor(s): AATJ Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 110 B
446 Make Your Classroom a Window to the World: The Japan Foundation’s Tools to Help Teachers The latest update on the Japan Foundation’s programs and resources for teachers and learners of Japanese language will be presented. Presenter(s): Maki Watanabe Isoyama, The Japan Foundation Sponsor(s): AATJ Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English, Japanese Applicable Language(s): All
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 111 A
447 Cultural Portfolio via Weblogs: Systematic Collection of Cultural Learning Evidence This presentation will discuss weblogs developed as a means to enhance and document students’ cultural learning and reflections. Via weblogs, university students explored contemporary social phenomena and developed critical thinking skills and intercultural understanding. Assignment objectives, process, learning outcomes, and resources will be detailed. Presenter(s): Sanae Eda, Middlebury College; Chinatsu Bachmann, Drake University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Japanese
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440 Life Beyond the Vocabulary Lists: Teaching Vocabulary Through Culture
Presenter(s): Michele Jacobs-Hermes, TV5MONDE Sponsor(s): Embassy of France Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: French Applicable Language(s): French
A Business Japanese Course for Intermediate Levels (Ananth); Developing Reading Strategies for Non-native Japanese Language Teachers: Participants’ Reflections (Takahashi and Fujiwara)
Daily Program 11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 111 B
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 113 A
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448 Restructuring Language Program Curricula for a Changed World
451 How to Succeed in Business Language Teaching: Story-Based Cases
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 114 Lecture Hall
This presentation describes the process, challenges, and outcomes of reorganizing a language program’s curriculum based on the 2007 MLA report’s call for integrating the study of language, culture, and literature at all levels of instruction. Materials to help with curricular restructuring will be shared with the audience. Presenter(s): Stacey L. Katz Bourns (Chair), Clemence M. Jouet-Pastre, and Nicole Mills, Harvard University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 112 A
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449 The ACTFL Latin Reading Assessment and Professional Development Working closely with the American Classical League, ACTFL has developed the first of its kind computeradaptive, standards-based assessment of Latin Interpretive Reading. It treats Latin as a living, dynamic language. Accompanying the assessment is an online professional development component. Presenter(s): Daniel Conrad, ACTFL; Sherwin Little, Indian Hill High School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Latin
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 112 B
450 Arabic Thematic Units for a Sequential Arabic K–12 Curriculum The need for an articulated sequential Arabic curriculum that addresses the needs of Arabic language learners has elicited the greater need for appropriate Arabic materials. This presentation will share the actual comprehensive Arabic curriculum and thematic unit materials developed under a three-year FLAP grant in Michigan. Presenter(s): Mohamad Issa (Chair), Albert Harp, Karey Reed, and Marwan M. Issa, Global Education Excellence Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Arabic
This session presents an effective, manageable method to teach business language at all levels, in any language. We introduce “story-based business cases” with activities and assessment tools. Discover how to use your strengths as a language professional to teach students valuable business content and skills for the global economy. Presenter(s): Margaret Gonglewski and Anna Helm, George Washington University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 113 B
452 Roses Are Rouges, Violets Are Bleues: Engaging Students with Poetry Looking for ways to instill a love of language in your students? Students of all levels and ages will benefit from the inclusion of poetry in your classroom. Create old-fashioned and high-tech anacrostics, calligrammes, cinquains, and dada. Publish the poems online and organize a schoolwide poetry contest! Presenter(s): Claire Kew, Salisbury University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): French
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 113 C
453 Developing Advanced Oral Proficiency Through Collaborative Reasoning Discussions This session will introduce the Collaborative Reasoning framework, which is designed to encourage students’ critical thinking while also facilitating the development of advanced oral language skills. Teachers of literature who need concrete suggestions for leading more meaningful discussions with enhanced student participation will benefit from this session. Presenter(s): Kelly L. Kidder, Lipscomb University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
454 ACTFL Research Priority Area #2: Profiles of HighPerforming FL Teachers in K–12 Settings Attendees will discuss and share preliminary ideas for research studies that address questions in this priority area, such as: What are the profiles of “high-performing” foreign language teachers? How may these profiles enable us to develop a research-based operational definition of what it means to be a high-performing teacher? Presenter(s): Richard Donato, University of Pittsburgh; Eileen Glisan, Indiana University of Pennsylvania Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 115 A
455 Developing Global Competency Through Story-Based Projects in Chinese/Language Classrooms Does learning a world language guarantee that students will develop global competency? What curricular, pedagogical, and assessment approaches can accomplish this goal? Come to this session to learn essential elements and strategies for developing story-based projects that lay a foundation for students’ global competency. Presenter(s): Shuhan Chou Wang (Chair), National Foreign Language Center; Mei-ju Hwang, Springfield High School of Science & Technology; Chia-Chyi Chiu, Saint Andrew’s School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English, Chinese Applicable Language(s): All
Learn More About the All-New ACTFL.org ACTFL’s website (www.actfl.org) has recently been completely redesigned and updated. There will be an ongoing demo of all the new features at ACTFL Central during the convention. Come learn more about our online presence and how it serves ACTFL members.
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11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 117
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 118 C
456 Engage Your Students in Learning! Engaging and Effective Classroom Techniques
459 Many Voices—One Goal: Implementing a Statewide Language Requirement
462 Meeting ACTFL Writing Proficiency Guidelines with i+1 Writing
This interactive presentation is geared towards the implementation of simple, effective, and engaging classroom activities. Formative assessment and differentiated instruction techniques to improve student performance across all aspects of language learning will be explored. There will be opportunities for active participation and examples of classroom footage and student-generated artifacts.
Thanks to sustained and united advocacy efforts, a two-credit high school graduation requirement in world languages other than English is now successfully in place for all students in Michigan. This presentation will show how many voices working toward the same goal result in profound changes in educational policies and practices.
The i+1 approach provides students at all levels with toolkits for building writing proficiency, including sentence and paragraph builders and whole-text models. The presentation will offer concrete examples (in Chinese, Spanish, French and German) of genre-based writing assignments and student toolkits, along with assessment rubrics and student writing samples.
Presenter(s): Rachel Dinisman and Carole Padian, Pinkerton Academy Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Presenter(s): Anne G. Nerenz, Eastern Michigan University; Emily L. Spinelli, AATSP; Jackie MoaseBurke, Oakland Schools Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Presenter(s): Pennylyn Dykstra-Pruim, Calvin College; Jennifer Redmann, Franklin & Marshall College Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 115 C
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 118 A
457 Fun Ways to Use BrainCompatible Strategies: One United Voice
460 Implementation of Group Dynamic Assessment in the K–12 Language Classroom
This promises to be a lively, interactive, hands-on session designed for any foreign language teacher, regardless of language. This energetic demonstration provides lots of activities to identify students’ access to brain compatible language instruction. The session will give participants practical demonstrations of ways to adequately teach in a learner-centered classroom.
Group dynamic assessment (G-DA) can be used in the classroom to promote language development while simultaneously assessing progress. Presenters will describe how one elementary Spanish teacher provided mediation to track student progress and promote development of interrogative formation in Spanish. G-DA allowed her to differentiate instruction to meet students’ needs.
Presenter(s): Marjorie Hall Haley, George Mason University; Lixing L. Tang, New York University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 116
458 Strategies for Reading Literature with Spanish Students to Enhance Understanding Teach students how to read authentic literature in advanced Spanish classes. Ways to dissect a reading during class so students comprehend the text and approaches to help students analyze deeper meanings will be discussed. Learn to choose literature that is age and level appropriate, engaging and challenging. Presenter(s): Joy E. Manstream Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish
Presenter(s): Kristin Davin, Loyola University Chicago; Ashley Hellmann, Falk Laboratory School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 118 B
461 United Voices: Local Advocacy for Language Programs This session will provide language educators with the skills and critical information to develop strategies to advocate for language and culture education in their schools and communities. As schools make difficult budget decisions, educators must become deliberate advocates on behalf of their programs and the skills their students need. Presenter(s): Denise E. Phillippe and Carl-Martin Nelson, Concordia Language Villages Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 119 A
463 Creative, Kinesthetic Activities to Motivate Young Learners to Communicate This session provides ideas for K–12 FL instructors, particularly beginning elementary school teachers, to create inexpensive, manipulative resources to foster intrinsically interesting target language communication in daily rituals, games, storytelling, music, drama and celebrations. Presenter(s): Paula Garrett-Rucks, Georgia State University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 8 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 119 B
464 Using a Faculty Research Group to Achieve Scholarship-Driven Curriculum Reform Curriculum reform is a priority for many language departments, but it can be challenging. To meet the challenge, one language department formed a faculty research group on curriculum. The group set an ambitious multi-year agenda, secured funding, and sought departmental buy-in as a way to catalyze faculty-driven, evidence-based reform. Presenter(s): Sophie Adamson and Scott Windham, Elon University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
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11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 115 B
Daily Program 11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 120 A
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 121 A
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 122 A
465 The Future of German Language Study in the United States
468 “Culinary German”: Austrian Cuisine in Linguistic and Literary Context
471 Pragmatics in CFL: Awareness and Instruction
Representatives from the Goethe-Institut, the German Embassy to the United States, and the AATG will discuss strategies for a sustainable promotion of German in the United States. Presenter(s): Peter Rosenbaum and Eva Marquardt, Goethe-Institut New York; Christ Andrea, Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: German Applicable Language(s): German
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 120 B
466 German Schlager as Tools to Teach Cultural Competence
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German Schlager from the Hitparaden era serve as tools to teach students cultural competence and historical background information. Lyrics of Schlagersänger like Roberto Blanco, Nana Mouskouri, Udo Lindenberg, The Pudhys or Karat assist students in language acquisition, learning about labor migration and the Iron Curtain era. Presenter(s): Sabine Koehler-Curry (Chair) and Alexander Ganz, University of Arizona; Kacy Peckenpaugh Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): German
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 120 C
467 Digital Storytelling: Technology as a Medium for Creativity The following papers will be presented in the digital storytelling session: Digital Storytelling: Technology as a Medium for Creativity (Hurlbut and VanAlstine); Writing a Collaborative Online Novel (Schwab); Promoting Creativity and Quality Assessment with GoAnimate for Educators (Schultz); Vodcasting in Lower Division Language Courses (Stoehr) Presenter(s): Sheri Hurlbut; Megan Van Alstine, University of Nebraska-Lincoln; Hank Schwab; Louise E. Stoehr, Stephen F. Austin State University; Peter Schultz, Sprayberry High School Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Austrian cuisine, not only praised by gourmets, offers more than just good food. The cultural history of today’s national dishes and their influence on language and literature reveals unknown contexts, such as the migration background of the strudel, as well as the origin of certain ingredients. Presenter(s): Gertrude Zhao-Heissenberger (Chair), Austrian Federal Ministry of Education; Lukas Mayrhofer Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: German Applicable Language(s): German
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 121 B
469 Saving Language Programs Through Saturday Immersion Schools and Community Service The German Saturday School is reviving language acquisition in Louisiana from the pre-elementary to postsecondary level by creating programs that bring together children, educators, high school and university student volunteers, and community service. Language learning reaches beyond the classroom, revitalizing the community and changing how and why students learn languages. Presenter(s): Michael Dettinger, Louisiana State University; Rachel Becker, Benjamin Franklin High School; Pia Kostner, University of New Orleans; Dietmar Felber, Tulane University Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 121 C
470 Issues in Chinese Learning Environments These papers investigate issues related to Chinese learning environments, such as whether or not Chinese should be used exclusively in the beginning Chinese classroom, ideas on creating total immersion environments outside of Chinese-speaking geographical areas, and a discussion of challenges faced by Chinese teachers as they adapt to the American classroom. Should Chinese Be Used Exclusively in the Beginning Chinese Classroom? (Zhou); Creating Total Immersion Environments for Chinese Language Acquisition (Lin); A Discussion on Chinese Teachers’ Adaption to American Classroom (Yuan) Presenter(s): Patrick Pakchong Lin (Chair), Defense Language Institute; Yi Zhou, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Alex Yuan, Utah Valley University Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): All
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These papers present studies of Chinese learning from the pragmatics point of view. The effects of input-based and output-based instructions are investigated, as are elicitation tasks for modal auxiliaries, and turn-taking behavior and its relation to various sociolinguistic variables. The Pragmatic Functions and Learning of Chinese Modal Auxiliaries (Xiong); Turn-Taking in Mandarin: Pragmatic Implications for Teaching CFL (Zhu); Teaching Pragmatics in L2 Chinese: The Effects of Instruction Type (Li) Presenter(s): Shuai Li (Chair), Georgia State University; Wen Xiong, University of Rhode Island; Weihua Zhu, University of Wisconsin-Madison Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Professionalism, Research Applicable Level(s): All
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 122 B
472 CLASS General Membership Meeting Members of Chinese Language Association of Secondary-Elementary Schools meet to share information about what CLASS has done during the year. CLASS Board Members will report to CLASS members about their work in different areas. Important announcements will be made at this session. Presenter(s): Haiyan Fu (Chair)
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 123
473 Communicating in Cultural Contexts—From L1 and L2 Perspectives This session examines the L1 and L2 linguistic strategies of Chinese in cultural contexts. While language choices by L1 Chinese speakers depend much on linguistic attitudes and cultural contexts, those by L2 CFL learners reflect much cultural deficit. Pedagogical implications will be provided for possible L2 pragmatic competence. Presenter(s): Wei Hong (Chair), Bailu Li, and Ying Wu, Purdue University; Yan Zhang, University of Wyoming Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
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11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 126 B
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Room 409
474 Investigation of Orthographic and Morphological Awareness Among Chinese L2 Learners
477 Connecting to Common Core: One District’s Journey
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Finding ways world languages align to the Common Core Standards is a priority. Without sacrificing our identity or National Standards, one district has made a year-long effort to connect language instruction with the goals of Common Core. Come see the approach and its results.
This session will feature two presentations: A ContentEnriched French Program in the Elementary School (Davis-Wiley); How Do Elementary Korean Teachers Learn How to Teach English? (Lee)
This panel reports three studies: The Relationship Between Chinese L2 Learners’ Character Writing Errors and Orthographic Skill Development (Zhao); The Development on Comprehension of Noun–Noun Compounds Among Chinese L2 Learners (Jiang); The Development of Morphological Awareness on Separable Verbs Among Chinese L2 Learners (Shen) Presenter(s): Helen H. Shen (Chair) and Zenan Zhao, The University of Iowa; Xin Jiang, Beijing Language and Culture University Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
475 Social Media and Collaborative Learning in Chinese These papers will explore the use of social media for task-based learning, collaborative learning through peer and expert coaching of writing skills in a wiki, and video-creation projects within the online community of a hybrid course. Social Software for Task-Based Learning and the 5 Cs (Foti); Peer Coaching and Teacher/Expert Coaching in Wiki Writing Tasks (Liao); Using Student-Created Video Clips in CFL Hybrid Courses (Hsiao) Presenter(s): Jianling Liao (Chair), CIEE Study Center; Lili Foti, University of Connecticut; Jennifer Chinghui Hsiao, Texas State University-San Marcos Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Research, Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 126 A
476 Hollywood Remakes: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly There are no current U.S. policies on the remakes of foreign films because they are not produced under the Writer Guild’s jurisdiction. Should they be? A close examination of three French remakes will be the subject of this presentation. Presenter(s): Christine Gaudry-Hudson, Millersville University Sponsor(s): PSMLA Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): French
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Room 405
478 Getting to Know You: Activities for Communication, Community and Retention Cooperative and collaborative learning techniques can not only enhance your student’s learning, it may also foster retention in your classes as well as at your institution. These techniques (that will be demonstrated and handouts provided) will develop more speaking and listening in the classroom and foster a sense of community. Presenter(s): Sandra Reynolds, Raritan Valley Community College Sponsor(s): ACTFL Community College SIG Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Room 501
481 Nothing is Sacred: Presenting Mature Themes to Engage Adult Learners This session will demonstrate how teachers can, through films containing controversial subjects, bring mature students out of their comfort zones to help them learn and remember vocabularies, colloquial expressions, dialectal differences and troublesome grammatical concepts, as well as make them laugh and maintain their interest in the learning process. Presenter(s): Patrick Swett, Escuela Laventana Sponsor(s): ACTFL Film (Cinema) SIG Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Room 406
479 ACTFL Heritage Languages SIG Business Meeting and Presentation The Heritage Languages SIG business meeting will open with a research paper presentation, Constructing Heritage Identity from Critical Perspectives: Heritage Language Teachers’ Voice, and be followed by a discussion.
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Presenter(s): Ekaterina Ites (Chair), University of Massachusetts, Amherst; Renate Ludanyi (Chair), Western Connecticut State University; Hyesun Cho, University of Kansas Sponsor(s): Sponsoring Organizations/ACTFL Heritage Languages SIG
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11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 125
Presenter(s): Ruth F. Malone, Wicomico County Public Schools; Arlene Faith White, Salisbury University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Presenter(s): Patricia Davis-Wiley, University of Tennessee; Seungbok Lee, Chuncheon National University of Education, South Korea Sponsor(s): ACTFL Language Learning for Children SIG Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 8 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
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be speechless. Foreign Language Instructors. Help the CIA meet its mission by teaching foreign language and educating others about world cultures. With your language fluency and expert knowledge of a region’s history, customs, politics and economy, you’ll strengthen your students’ ability to communicate and work around the world. In return, earn a competitive salary and receive a hiring bonus — all while supporting the efforts of American foreign policy. Applicants must successfully complete a thorough medical and psychological exam, a polygraph interview and an extensive background investigation. As part of the screening process, selected applicants must take proficiency tests in their native language. US citizenship is required. An equal opportunity employer and a drug-free work force.
THE WORK OF A NATION. THE CENTER OF INTELLIGENCE.
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Daily Program 12:00 p.m. – 12:50 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 1
E51 CIA Information Session The Central Intelligence Agency will host an information session for all attendees who are language instructors to learn about the career opportunities available within the CIA. The CIA is an independent agency responsible for providing intelligence on a wide range of national security issues to senior U.S. policymakers. CIA’s mission is to support the President, the National Security Council, and all officials who make and execute the U.S. national security policy by: providing accurate, comprehensive, and timely foreign intelligence on national security topics; conducting counterintelligence activities, special activities, and other functions related to foreign intelligence on national security, as directed by the President. To learn more about the CIA, visit www.cia.gov.
12:00 p.m. – 12:50 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 5
E55 Teaching with Neue Blickwinkel: A Holistic Approach to German AP Exam Preparation The preparation of AP students requires a holistic approach to improving linguistic, cultural, and strategic competence. This session highlights how the new AP German book can guide exam preparation through the use of essential questions, creative and authentic activities, and the spiraling of topics that make learning interesting and effective. Presenter(s): Cynthia Chalupa and Heiko ter Haseborg, West Virginia University Sponsor(s): Wayside Publishing Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): High School, College First and Second Year Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): German
12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 105 A
12:30 p.m. – 1:45 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, 407/408
482 Italian Pedagogy VIII
485 ACTFL Korean SIG Business Meeting and Korean Foundation Luncheon
These papers provide various approaches to the teaching of Italian language and culture. Opera as a Powerful Educational Medium (Lapenta); Pick Up the Right Material (Costa); Business Italian: Economic, Business and Work Environment (Pavan) Presenter(s): Monica E. Lapenta, LaMa House Publishing Company; Mario Costa, LaGuardia High School; Daniela Pozzi Pavan, Northwestern University Sponsor(s): AATI Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: Italian Applicable Language(s): Italian
12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 106 B
483 Incontro con Gli Autori IV: Materials for AP Exams Each author will speak about his/her book. Cinque film italiani, Soleil, 2012 (Boyle and Lindia); Sfogliando i giornali, Soleil, 2012 (Gardenghi and Mollica); Ace the Italian AP Examination, Editrice Farinelli, 2012 (Villa-Sella) Presenter(s): Lucrezia Lindia (Chair), Eastchester High School; Bruna Boyle, University of Rhode Island; Nicoletta Villa Sella; Anthony Mollica; Monica Gardenghi, Freelance Editor Sponsor(s): AATI Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English, Italian Applicable Language(s): Italian
12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 107 A
484 Italian Literature 1300-1800 and the Undergraduate Curriculum: Interdisciplinary Approaches An interdisciplinary approach to literature appeals to a variety of learning strategies and allows for the development of all 5 Cs. This session will describe various interdisciplinary techniques to engage students and to promote active learning, including (but not limited to) film, art, music, performance and creative writing activities. Presenter(s): Kristen Grimes, Saint Joseph’s University; Clorinda Donato, California State University, Long Beach; Suzanne Magnanini, University of Colorado; Rachel A. Walsh, University of Denver Sponsor(s): AATI Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Italian
Sponsored by the Korea Foundation, this luncheon program will include a keynote speaker, Korean SIG business meeting and information on Korean SIG, AATK and Korean K–12 organization. Presenter(s): Sungdai Cho (Chair), SUNY at Binghamton Sponsor(s): ACTFL Korean SIG
12:30 p.m. – 1:45 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Franklin Hall 12-13
486 AATG Chapter Presidents’ Assembly Closed meeting for AATG Chapter Presidents.
12:30 p.m. – 1:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Terrace Ballroom 1
487 Embassy of Spain Luncheon A not to be missed favorite for Spanish teachers! This luncheon will highlight the culture of Spain and will be conducted in Spanish. Information about full program scholarships, institutes, and services available to teachers of Spanish, to the business community, and to the general public through the Embassy will be presented. Luncheon attendees will be entered in a drawing for two scholarships to be awarded during the luncheon. Admission is by ticket only.
12:30 p.m. – 1:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Terrace Ballroom 2
488 AATJ Luncheon The AATJ Awards Luncheon provides an opportunity for Japanese educators to meet over lunch and network with colleagues. All AATJ members are invited to attend. Admission is by ticket only.
Support Our Sponsors Please try to stop by our sponsors’ booths in the World Languages Expo and thank all of them for their continued support of ACTFL and the foreign language community. A list of sponsors appears on p. 13.
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Sponsor(s): Central Intelligence Agency Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Arabic, Persian, Serbian/Croatian, Chinese, Indonesian, Dari/ Pashtu, Greek, Turkish, Italian, German, French, Portuguese, Spanish
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Daily Program 12:30 p.m. – 1:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Terrace Ballroom 3
489 CLASS Luncheon: CLASS 25th Anniversary Celebration The Chinese Language Association of SecondaryElementary Schools is celebrating a significant milestone—its 25th anniversary! Join us in this joyous and celebratory event highlighting CLASS’ contributions to the field of Chinese language education during the past 25 years. Presenter(s): Haiyan Fu (Chair); Shaoyuen Carol ChenLin (Chair), Choate Rosemary Hall
12:30 p.m. – 1:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Terrace Ballroom 4
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490 Embassy of France Luncheon The Embassy of France is delighted to organize a luncheon for teachers of French. This is the perfect opportunity to network with your fellow French teachers, education officials, representatives from the French Embassy and other exhibitors. You will leave with a “teacher’s goodie bag” that will contain a number of resources for your French class. The luncheon will also feature a young musical artist from Quebec whose performance will be sponsored by the Centre de la Francophonie des Amériques. During the luncheon you will be able to enter a drawing to win one of many exciting prizes (study abroad trips, magazine subscriptions, educational materials, etc.). Conducted in French. Admission is by ticket only.
1:00 p.m. – 1:50 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 1
E56 AP Bootcamp with ‘AP’prenons: Differentiated Authentic Challenges for Multi-Level Classrooms APprenons, a textbook tailored to the 21st century learner, offers AP students (and others) differentiated, authentic communicative activities targeting language proficiency, AP exam preparation strategies, and opportunities for linguistic and cultural growth beyond. APprenons addresses the challenges of multi-level classrooms, bridging the gap between Novice High and Pre-Advanced proficiency levels. Presenter(s): Elizabeth Zwanziger, University of Northern Iowa; Brittany Selden, Sequoyah High School Sponsor(s): Wayside Publishing Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): French
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1:00 p.m. – 1:50 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 2
1:00 p.m. – 1:50 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 4
E57 Developing Chinese Fluency: Help Intermediate Learners Make Significant Strides in Speaking and Writing Skills
E59 Being a Language Teacher—A New, Handson Text for All Teachers in Training
Are your intermediate students still speaking in basic phrases, or short broken sentences? Do they find difficulty carrying on an in-depth conversation with a native speaker of Chinese? Come hear how Developing Chinese Fluency ), a rigorous one-year communication skill ( development program, can systematically expand your intermediate learners’ vocabulary, and help them achieve intermediate-high to advanced level oral and writing proficiency. This program is ideal for speaking and writing enhanced Chinese courses for upper-intermediate to rising-advanced students. Sample lesson and teaching resources will be demonstrated.
Learn about a new, succinct and readable guide to teaching beginning language courses that addresses the enormous gap that exists between the pedagogical training of many teachers and the responsibilities that they assume—and challenges they encounter—when they step into their classrooms the first day. Ideal for teacher-training programs.
Presenter(s): Phyllis Zhang, George Washington University Sponsor(s): Heinle, a part of Cengage Learning Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Higher Education, Grades 10-12 Language of Presentation: Chinese w/ English on slides Applicable Language(s): Chinese
1:00 p.m. – 1:50 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 3
E58 Assessing Arabic Oral Proficiency: Tools from CAL Learn about CAL’s suite of innovative oral proficiency resources for Modern Standard Arabic. Tools for educators include a computer-based, semi-adaptive test of Arabic oral proficiency designed for high school learners to adults, and interactive rater training materials. An online tutorial helps students understand, self-assess, and improve their Arabic oral proficiency. Presenter(s): Margaret Malone, Anne Donovan, and Francesca Di Silvio, Center for Applied Linguistics Sponsor(s): Center for Applied Linguistics Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Arabic
Presenter(s): Norma Lopez-Burton, University of California, Davis; Denise Minor, California State University, Chico Sponsor(s): Yale University Press Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Administration, Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
1:00 p.m. – 1:50 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 5
E60 Authentic Performance Tasks for Intermediate Spanish Courses Participants will engage in an interactive, multimedia presentation addressing the use of Integrated Performance Tasks and Assessments, featuring authentic materials in an innovative format. Tejidos: Comunicación auténtica en un contexto cultural is a new book that targets intermediate level students in Pre-AP and Pre-IB courses who are on track for the AP Language and Culture and IB Exams. Presenter(s): Janet Parker, College of William and Mary; Megan Cory, Franklin Academy High School; Catherine Schwenkler, The Global Learning Collaborative Sponsor(s): Wayside Publishing Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish
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2:00 p.m. – 2:50 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Halls D & E, Workshop Room 1
2:00 p.m. – 2:50 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 3
2:00 p.m. – 2:50 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 5
E61 Ubiquitous Language Learning Methods For “Cloud Generation”
E63 A New Educational Travel Model: Global Citizenry Through Intercultural Collaboration
E65 Get Them Talking! Cool Technology Tools that Build Speaking Proficiency
This workshop is to introduce a new concept of cloud-based language-teaching method and system. We connect cloud storage, students’ mobile learning devices, teachers’ teaching material database, and administrating the student’s learning process. Applying our system, both teachers and students can benefit from the newest technology.
2:00 p.m. – 2:50 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 2
E62 Protagonistas: Where Culture Drives Language—and Vice Versa
Presenter(s): Lee Ann Silva, Hands-on Spanish Travel (HOST) Sponsor(s): Hands-on Spanish Travel (HOST) Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Middle School, High School, Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish, Portuguese
2:00 p.m. – 2:50 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 4
E64 Innovative German Textbooks from Yale!
Come experience Protagonistas, the Europeanmodel introductory Spanish program from Vista Higher Learning. Through compelling personalities and innovative graphic design, students are immersed in culture as the vehicle for language study. See the product, process, and result: students with the linguistic and cultural skills they need for their 21st century global lives.
Come learn about two new German texts from Yale: Schrieben lernen: A Writer’s Guide for Learners of German and Kunterbunt und kurz geschrieben: An Interactive German Reader. The writer’s guide is designed for all three language levels and Kunterbunt und kurz geschieben is for intermediate learners. Both texts are ideal for AP German.
Presenter(s): Tammy Millar, Vista Higher Learning Sponsor(s): Vista Higher Learning Strand: Instruction Applicable Level(s): Higher Ed Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish
Presenter(s): Pennylyn Dykstra-Pruim, Calvin College; Jennifer Redmann, Franklin & Marshall College; James Pfrehm, Ithaca College Sponsor(s): Yale University Press Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12, Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): German
How do you get your students talking? This session showcases fun and effective technology and teaching strategies designed to build confidence and success. Participate in activities that progress from comprehensible input to paired speaking to personalized performance-based speaking tasks. See how to integrate video-based paired practice, interactive whiteboard activities, recorded conversations and presentations, and integrated performance tasks that get students talking…plus tips on assessment! Presenter(s): Rich Sayers and María Hubbard, Pearson Sponsor(s): Pearson Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon A
491 Lead with NCSSFL: There’s More to TELL: Creating a Professional Development Plan Based on the TELL Project How to provide sustained, renewable, and relevant professional development activities is a primary concern for all educational leaders. What would an ideal world language professional development plan look like? The state of Virginia will share its framework for providing unified professional development for all of its world language teachers. Participants will discuss how they could use the framework as a model for professional development plans in a variety of settings. Presenter(s): Lisa Harris, Virginia Department of Education; Jennifer N. Carson, Virginia Beach Public Schools Sponsor(s): NCSSFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
See You in Orlando! Don’t miss the 2013 ACTFL Annual Convention and World Languages Expo that will be held November 22–24, 2013 at the Orange County Convention Center. The theme will be “New Spaces, New Realities: Learning Any Time, Any Place” and it will be another great professional development experience for all language educators.
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Presenter(s): Lien Yujen, Department of Chinese Language and Literature, NTTU; Fu KuoChung, Department of Chinese Language and Literature, NDHU Sponsor(s): U.S. International Publishing, Inc. Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Chinese
Educational travel that makes a difference! HOST offers life-transforming study and travel abroad opportunities in Spanish and Portuguese-speaking countries, fusing service learning, sister schools, host families, culturo-linguistic coursework and sustainable hands-on tourism practices. The presentation includes: program descriptions, student testimonies, lesson ideas, artisan craft prizes and an Andean dance lesson!
Daily Program 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon B/C
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon K
492 Learn with NADSFL—Panning for Gold: Leveraging LearnerCentered Instruction
495 Online Tandem Language Exchange in Higher Education: Design, Implementation, and Sustainability
Searching for those nuggets of gold which will build deeper relationships (including strengthening classroom community), increase student motivation, and promote student ownership of learning? Learner-centered instruction can be an effective and productive mine, yielding benefits for teachers as well as learners. This session will share tips, hints, and classroom examples based on our district’s excavations. Presenter(s): Jane K. Shea, Jasper High School; Greta Lundgaard, Plano Independent School District Sponsor(s): NADSFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
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2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon D
493 Language Teacher Development: Research and Current Practices Presenters share language teacher development research projects: Internationalizing the Teaching and Learning Experience (Adamowicz-Hariasz and Colville-Hall); Case Studies of Non-Native Speaker Student Teachers of World Languages (Conroy); Teacher Cognition and Professional Development in CrossCulture Contexts (Cheng) Presenter(s): Maria Adamowicz-Hariasz and Susan Colville-Hall, University of Akron; An Chung Cheng, University of Toledo; Kelly Conroy, University of Texas at Austin Sponsor(s): ACTFL Teacher Development SIG Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon I
494 Great Tech Tools for Arabic Teachers . . . and Learners Engage your students in becoming more proficient in Arabic and motivate them to learn by using technology. Students will ask for more activities to practice their language skills. All Web.2 tools shared are free and easy to use. Examples from Animoto, Glogster, Wordle, Voxopop, woices, Edmodo and much more. Presenter(s): Sanaa Jouejati, Northwest Ohio Arabic Language Institute Sponsor(s): ACTFL Arabic SIG Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English, Arabic Applicable Language(s): Arabic
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The purpose of this presentation is to elaborate on strategies for designing, implementing and sustaining class-to-class online tandem language exchanges (TLE) in cooperation with foreign schools. The presenters will address the core issues relevant to the successes and failures of online TLE in terms of pedagogical effectiveness and routinization. Presenter(s): Anton T. Brinckwirth and Yan Gao, Virgina Commonwealth University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Distance Learning SIG Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Room 501
496 ACTFL LCTL SIG Business Meeting and Presentation This business meeting will also feature the following presentation: Strengthening K–12 Arabic and Chinese Programs Through Assessment. Presenter(s): Michele Anciaux Aoki (Chair), Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction, Washington State; Ayumi Stockman, Minneapolis Public Schools; Ursula Lentz, Minnesota Department of Education; Gaelle H. Berg Sponsor(s): ACTFL Less Commonly Taught Languages SIG Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 103 A
497 Learning on the Go: Engaging Students with Mobile Devices The demand for global competence and international communication and collaboration in today’s world makes using mobile devices in the L2 classroom both relevant and meaningful. This session explores the use of mobile devices for video, narrative, collaborative and form-focused projects taking place both inside and outside of the classroom. Presenter(s): Lara Ducate; Lara L. Lomicka Anderson, University of South Carolina; Jane Sokolosky, Brown University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 103 B
498 Potential Issues, Conditions, and Solutions to CALL-Based Language Exchange The session first addresses the benefits of conducting CALL-based foreign language exchange. Then, it describes students’ common methods of and reaction to corrective feedback and proposes SLA-theory-based ways to give “assistant feedback.” Lastly, it lists issues, conditions, and possible solutions to make CALL-based language exchange a quality pedagogical tool. Presenter(s): Yuka Akiyama, Massachusetts Institute of Technology Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 103 C
499 Gabbing with Gusto Using Google Voice Students love talking on Google Voice. Learn how to set up an account, to make simulated conversations and inspire formal presentations using either Audacity or pre-recorded PowerPoints posted to Edmodo with responses recorded via Google Voice. Hear actual student samples in Spanish and discuss grading them. Presenter(s): Lorrie Ann Button-Edelson, Cinco Ranch High School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 104 A
500 #LangChat—Web 2.0 Professional Development at Your Fingertips Through #LangChat and similar professional development groups on Twitter, teachers and world language aficionados gather weekly to discuss and share education philosophy, strategy and resources. Learn to take advantage of the opportunities that Twitter provides for easy, quick professional development that puts colleagues from around the world at your fingertips. Presenter(s): Erica Fischer, Kids Immersion, LLC; Donald M. Doehla, Vintage High School; Diego Ojeda, Evansville High School; Kristy Placido, Fowlerville High School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
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SATURday, November 17, 2012
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 104 B
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 106 A
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 107 B
501 Students’ Difficulties in L2 Spanish Writing
504 Incontri con il Cinema Italiano Contemporaneo
Writing in a second language involves more than linguistic resources. It implies acquiring different strategic, sociocultural, and rhetoric knowledge that may differ from learners’ first language. This presentation will provide insight into the complex nature of L2 Spanish writing and how to optimize classroom time and enhance students’ writing experience.
Le relazioni prenderanno in esame i nuovi sviluppi nel cinema italiano contemporaneo. Nouvelle Vague intimismo in un incontro tra la realtà e la finzione nel cinema di Mimmo Calopresti (D’Amanda); Kammerspiel Italian Style: “La stazione” di Sergio Rubini (Orsitto); “This Must Be the Place” by Paolo Sorrentino (PlutinoCalabrese); Outsiders In, Insiders Out: Migration as Seen Through the Eyes of Crialese (Calabretta-Sajder)
507 How One’s Cultural Perspective Impacts All Three Modes of Communication
Presenter(s): Jeannette Sanchez-Naranjo, University of Oklahoma Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: Spanish Applicable Language(s): Spanish
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 105 A
This presentation explores the question of student learning expectations as compared to their actual achievement in hybrid and online Italian language courses at a major public university. Presenter(s): Chiara M. Dal Martello (Chair), Sandra Palaich, and Gina R. Pietrantoni, Arizona State University Sponsor(s): AATI Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 105 B
503 Using Proficiency Data to Inform Instruction This session reports on the impact of proficiency testing on instructional strategies based on a survey of 39 world language teachers. Analysis revealed teachers’ uncertainty about how to use data to inform instruction. Presenters will provide suggestions on how teachers can use assessment data to inform their curriculum and methods. Presenter(s): Tania Ann Rempert, University of Illinois; Kristin Davin, Loyola University Chicago; Amy Hammerand, Chicago Public Schools Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Spanish
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 106 B
505 Incontro con Gli Autori: I Each author will speak about his/her book. Amicizia, Affetto, Amore, Edizioni Farinelli, 2011 (Bresciani, Donna, and Garolla); Percorsi, Prentice-Hall, 2011 (Marchegiani and Italiano); Ponti: Italiano terzo millennio (Tognozzi and Cavatorta) Presenter(s): Anthony Mollica (Chair); Irene Marchegiani, State University of New York, Stony Brook; Laura Bresciani, New York University; Giuseppe Cavatorta, University of Arizona; Elissa Tognozzi, UCLA Sponsor(s): AATI Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English, Italian Applicable Language(s): Italian
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 107 A
506 Italian Studies Dissertations in Progress The session is a venue for PhD students in Italian studies to present the findings arising from the research undertaken for their dissertation. Research areas include theatre (Ahmadian, Ugolini), multicultural writers (Pinzi), and cinema (Di Bianco, Muri-Rosenthal). Presenter(s): Paul Colilli (Chair), Laurentian University; Matteo Ugolini and Ziba Ahmadian, University of Toronto; Adam Muri-Rosenthal, Harvard University; Laura Di Bianco, CUNY, Graduate Center; Anita Pinzi, Graduate Center, City University of New York Sponsor(s): AATI Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: Italian Applicable Language(s): Italian
Presenter(s): Phyllis E. Van Buren, St. Cloud State University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 108 A
508 Special Celebrations to Enliven and Motivate Your French Classes Organized, well-planned classroom celebrations inspired by the French calendar will interest and motivate students throughout the year. The presenter will share ideas for the planning and implementation of successful cultural events at all levels of language study. Participants will have the opportunity to share their best ideas throughout this session. Presenter(s): Ann L. Sunderland, American Association of Teachers of French Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: French Applicable Language(s): French
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 108 B
509 From Surveys to Perspectives and Practices of the Target Culture Teaching L2 culture is problematic due to the possibility of stereotypes and overgeneralizations about the target culture. We propose learning culture through a variety of activities such as surveys completed by native speakers and other techniques that lead learners to a deeper understanding of L2 cultural perspectives and practices. Presenter(s): Dale A. Koike, University of Texas at Austin; Manel Lacorte, University of Maryland Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish
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502 Hybrid and Online Courses: Are Students Really Learning?
Presenter(s): Antonio Vitti (Chair), Indiana University; Elisabetta D’Amanda, Rochester Insitute of Technology; Fulvio Orsitto, California State University; Maria Stella Plutino-Calabrese, Nazareth College; Ryan Calabretta-Sajder, Rice University Sponsor(s): AATI Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education
To develop cultural competency, students must understand their own cultural products, practices and perspectives before comparing them with those of the target culture. Cultural filters influence the interpretation of lexical items of daily life and underlie the grammar of the language. Culture, communication and comparisons are interwoven in cross-cultural interactions.
Daily Program 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 109 A
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 110 B
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 112 A
510 Organize a Japan Bowl: Motivating Students to Learn about Japan
513 How Proficiency-Based Learning and Assessment Works
516 Preparing to Teach the New AP Latin
Moving toward evaluating students on what they “can do” rather than on how well they study for a test, we might need to refocus our roles as teachers. This session shows how we can help our students reach higher proficiency levels and ensure those levels are Standards-based.
AP Latin beginning in the 2012–13 academic year, will include readings from Vergil and Caesar. The new AP Curriculum Framework and a Course Planning and Pacing Guide will be the integral components of this workshop presentation.
The Japan Bowl challenges students of Japanese to also learn about Japan’s culture and society. National Japan Bowl Director Risa Kamio will explain how teachers can create their own Japan Bowl, write challenging but fun questions, and gain free access to the Japan Bowl’s databank of over 2,000 non-language questions. Presenter(s): Risa Kamio and John Malott, JapanAmerica Society Sponsor(s): AATJ Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Japanese
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2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 109 B
511 Beyond the Great Wall: Shattering Myths About Language and Culture This presentation will introduce a number of strategies and new projects, including a set of online Chinese language and culture learning modules entitled “China and Globalization,” that aim to shatter some of the preconceived notions or narrow views about the target language and culture that learners bring to the classroom. Presenter(s): Chris Livaccari (Chair), Jeff Wang, and Eleise Jones, Asia Society Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Chinese
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 110 A
512 Why Not Use PowerPoint? PowerPoint is a simple yet highly useful tool for instruction. You can create flashcards, quizzes, interactive whiteboard games, worksheets, listening exercises, online activities, and so on. In this presentation, the presenter will share ideas for use of PowerPoint in the class and directions for creating them. Presenter(s): Kazumi Yamashita-Iverson, Maloney Interdistrict Magnet School Sponsor(s): AATJ Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
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Presenter(s): Michael Kluemper (Chair), Ballard High School; Lisa F. Berkson, Dobson High School; Mai Fujii, Virginia Beach City Public Schools Sponsor(s): AATJ Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 111 A
514 Teaching a Cultural Framework in Advanced German Language Courses The focus of this session is to provide sufficient cultural elements to prepare students to deal with evaluative language from the beginning of their studies and thus to develop the competence to interpret multi-level meaning and to respond to emotive language such as humor at an advanced level.
Presenter(s): Jill Crooker, University of Rochester; Teresa Kawamata, Loyola High School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Latin
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 112 B
517 Structured Language Activities to Build Chinese Proficiency: Examples from Immersion Participants will learn practical strategies and activities to build students’ Chinese proficiency. Participants will see examples of structured language practice activities that foster student-to-student interaction and teacher-to-student interaction. As a result, teachers can create a highly engaging classroom that builds Chinese proficiency.
Presenter(s): Marjorie O. Tussing, California State University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Presenter(s): Kathleen Wang (Chair), Hsiu-Wen Hsieh, and Yu-Ju Tai, Pioneer Valley Chinese Immersion Charter School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English, Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 111 B
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 113 A
515 Standards in Establishing an American Sign Language Program
518 Succeeding with Special Needs Students
This session will define current standards in teacher recruitment and retention, evaluate teacher qualifications, and examine trends in curriculum development and professional development opportunities for teachers. These issues are critical for any world language program considering adding or establishing American Sign Language classes. Presenter(s): Brenda A. Schertz, University of Southern Maine; Jim Lipsky, Northeastern University; Patrick McCarthy, University of New Hampshire at Manchester Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Administration Language of Presentation: Other Applicable Language(s): Other
Participants will learn how to make all types of special needs learners attain success in foreign language class. Attendees will acquire fun, practical strategies based on cutting-edge research to make the language experience rewarding for the instructor as well as the student with disabilities or other specific needs. Presenter(s): Lois A. Grollitsch, D’Youville College Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Daily Program
SATURday, November 17, 2012
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 113 B
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 115 A
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 116
519 Global-Project-Based Learning (G-PBL) in World Languages Programs
522 Lights, Camera, Action! Using Authentic Materials to Promote Conversational Skills
525 Making the LCTL Classroom More Learner-Centered
G-PBL is an effective model for creating curriculum units and authentic assessments that engages students while supporting development of language/culture proficiency, global competency and 21st century skills. Through participation in G-PBL, the value of language learning in an interconnected world becomes immediately apparent to students of all ages.
Many students struggle to participate actively in interactions with native speakers of the target language. In this session, we show you how to use authentic materials as a classroom tool for examining conversational interactions and teach students interactive moves that will help them participate more actively in conversations.
Presenter(s): Janis Jensen, Kean University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Presenter(s): Abby Dings and Ted Jobe, Southwestern University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 113 C
In this interactive session, discover what Arts Integration is and what it isn’t! Go home with a tool kit of Arts Integration and Artful Thinking strategies and lesson seeds that will help you differentiate instruction in a way that will engage, challenge and motivate your students to higher-level thinking. Presenter(s): Patricia Klos, Bates Middle School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
ACTFL Research Priority 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 114 Lecture Hall
521 ACTFL Research Priority Area #3: Language Use in the Community Attendees will discuss and share preliminary ideas for research studies that address questions in this priority area, such as: How do graduates of language programs (K–16) use their language in the community and for what purposes? What effect does language study have on student career paths after graduation? Is there a relationship between teacher candidates’ out-of-class language use and their oral proficiency ratings? Presenter(s): Miguel Mantero, University of Alabama Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
523 Play-Based Strategies to Encourage Second Language Production in Preschool Educators will learn to organize dramatic role-play activities that encourage young children to have fun while using a new second language with peers. Participants will leave the session with the skills required to create a dramatic play program that will get students talking among themselves in the target language. Presenter(s): Raul Echevarria, CommuniKids LLC Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 8 Language of Presentation: Spanish Applicable Language(s): All
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 115 C
524 Improvisation Starters to Encourage Interpersonal Communication in the Classroom
Presenter(s): Daniel J. Thornhill, USSOCOM; Violeta Sweeney, U.S. Special Operations Command; Yulia Gentel and Tatjana Stack, Special Operations Forces Teletraining System Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 117
526 Evaluation as Professional Development for Language Program Directors and Teachers Recent reconceptualizations of evaluation help address many challenges in language education. Presenters report on utilization of evaluation for (a) improving program administration/coordination, (b) raising awareness about curricular and instructional changes, (c) encouraging reflective professional engagement among teaching assistants, and (d) developing educators’ capacities to undertake evaluation for diverse purposes. Presenter(s): John Norris, Georgetown University; Nicole Mills, Harvard University; Martha G. SchulteNafeh and Anthony Edwards, University of Texas; Alessia Blad and Shauna Williams, University of Notre Dame; Judith E. Liskin-Gasparro and Raychel M. Vasseur, The University of Iowa Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Few of us get up in the morning and plan what we will say throughout the day. We react spontaneously to what is happening within a particular context and with a certain individual. This session will focus on improvisational strategies to improve and enhance interpersonal communication in the classroom.
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 118 A
Presenter(s): Peggy Boyles, Peggy Boyles Consulting Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
With the revision of the ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines (2012), there is a continued need for research and classroom-based application of the guidelines for writing proficiency. The presentation will discuss the evaluation of a writing assessment based on select criteria from the guidelines, and discuss implications for the classroom.
527 The Writing Proficiency Guidelines: Evidence from a Department-wide Assessment
Presenter(s): Christina Huhn, Indiana University of Pennsylvania; Erin Mikulec, Illinois State University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
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520 Implementing Arts Integration and Artful Thinking in Your Classroom
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 115 B
This session will discuss how teachers of Dari, Pashto, and other less commonly taught languages in a Language for Specific Purposes (LSP) program have incorporated learner-centered objectives, activities, and examples into their lessons. As a result, learners increased their proficiency more quickly and course length was shortened.
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Daily Program
SATURday, November 17, 2012
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 118 B
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 119 B
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 120 C
528 University and Elementary School Students Learning (French) Together
531 Project PERCOLATE: Preparing FL TAs for Multiliteracies-Oriented Instruction
534 Advancing Linguistic Competence Through Teaching Internships Abroad
This session will focus on a cooperation initiative between a public university and a French bilingual program in a public elementary school. Participants will learn about using university and early bilingual programs as reciprocal resources. Ideas to reinvigorate K–12 and university foreign language programs will be discussed.
This presentation focuses on two questions related to the 2007 MLA Report’s limited recommendations for TA professional development (PD): How do we establish PD serving TAs’ long-term needs? What concepts and activities used in PD would best prepare TAs to teach in integrated curricula? Responses are contextualized within Project PERCOLATE.
This session describes summer internship programs abroad that aim to maximize students’ acquisition of linguistic skills while providing much needed practical training in teaching. Examples of academic tasks, student assignments, and student testimonials are shared and insights into difficulties and successes in establishing and executing the program are discussed.
Presenter(s): Noelle Rouxel-Cubberly, College of Staten Island Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): French
Presenter(s): Beatrice C. Dupuy, University of Arizona; Heather Allen Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Presenter(s): Angelika N. Kraemer and Nathan Bynum, Michigan State University Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): German
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 118 C
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 120 A
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 121 A
529 Insights into the AP Spanish Literature and Culture Scoring Guidelines
532 Teaching Strategies for Presentational Writing: Preparing for AP German
535 Graduate Teacher Education: Responding to “Educating the Future FL Professoriate”
This session’s purpose is to introduce and explore the AP Spanish Literature and Culture Free Response Essay Scoring Guidelines. It is designed to guide AP Spanish Literature and Culture Teachers through their adoption of the scoring guidelines and the implementation of their use in scoring students’ essays.
The presenters will focus on moving students from the Novice to the Pre-Advanced level with specific activities and strategies for each level. The connection between reading and presentational writing will be explored with concrete examples from AP level instruction.
A Survey of Graduate Student Beliefs About and Expectations for Pedagogical Training and Professional Development (Levine); Interdisciplinary Initiatives for the Development of Professional Teaching Abilities of Advanced TAs (Rott); Preparing Graduate Students for Developing Educational Outreach Initiatives in the Arts (Urlaub)
Presenter(s): Kenya C. Dworkin y Mendez, Carnegie Mellon University; Maria Luisa Guardiola, Swarthmore College Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: Spanish Applicable Language(s): Spanish
Presenter(s): Mary Ashcraft (Chair), University of Nevada; Angelika Becker, Carmel High School; Kerstin Helbing, Henry Gunn High School; Elizabeth A. Smith Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): German
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 119 A
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 120 B
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 121 B
530 Global Workplace Readiness Through Trilingual Immersion— Mandarin/Spanish/English
533 German for Professional Purposes: Teaching via Crisis Issues
536 Establishing and Making the Most of Your Exchange Program
Panel will share successes and challenges in developing a K–5 trilingual immersion school in Southern California in which all students are in dual immersion PLUS receive enrichment in a third language. Support through a FLAP (Foreign Language Assistance Program) grant, County Office of Education, and others will be discussed.
Crisis issues are used to increase student understanding of German culture in a global context. Presentations: Integrating Moral and Ethical Questions into Business German; Was die Bundesbürger bewegt: A Framework for Understanding Important Issues; Crisis in the Upper Management: An Analysis of Germany’s Lack of Female CEOs.
Presenter(s): Sarah R. Fox, San Diego County Office of Education; Gregory W. Duncan, Interprep, Inc; Myriam Met; Olympia Kyriakidis, Lakeside Union School District Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Presenter(s): Katja Fullard (Chair), Goethe-Institut Chicago; Kathryn A. Corl, The Ohio State University; Heiko Wiggers, Wake Forest University; Katrin Voelkner, Northwestern University Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English, German Applicable Language(s): German
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Presenter(s): Glenn S. Levine, University of California, Irvine; Susanne Rott; Per K. Urlaub, UT-Austin Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): German
This session focuses on the nuts and bolts of creating, sustaining and maximizing the success of secondary school exchange programs. Presenters with GAPP exchange experience will share their materials and strategies for establishing an exchange program and maximizing the impact an exchange has on language learning and the school community. Presenter(s): Amy Tallman (Chair), Upper Moreland High School; Ferrel Rose, Bowling Green High School; Joan Campbell, Lincoln Sudbury Regional High School; Kathy Fegely, Antietam School District Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Daily Program
SATURday, November 17, 2012
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 121 C
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 123
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 126 A
537 Developing Learners’ Writing Proficiency: Pedagogical Design and Empirical Research
540 Teaching Practices and Strategies: Instructor Feedback and Students’ Learning
543 Making Lessons from Children’s Books: Revisiting Culture
This presentation aims to discuss how to effectively enhance learners’ writing skills through curricular design, writing assignments, and empirical research findings. Three empirical studies were conducted across different levels. Findings of these three empirical studies attempt to provide pedagogical implications for curriculum developers and Chinese language instructors.
These papers introduce feedback tools and their implications for the teaching and learning process, provide an empirical investigation of the effect of tasks on language learning, and investigate discrepancies between teachers’ pedagogical beliefs and their students’ needs in a high school setting. A Self-Regulating Approach to Provide Feedback to Students’ Homework Assignments (Smith); A Comparison of Language Output with and Without Tasks (Tseng); Perceived Effectiveness of Chinese Instruction Between Teachers and Students (Liu)
Presenter(s): Yi-Tzu Huang (Chair), University of Iowa; Wen-Hua Du, Pennsylvania State University; Jia Lin, University of North Carolina Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English, Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
538 Tradition and Innovation: Linguistic Analysis, Textbook and Instruction This panel proposes some innovations from traditional pedagogy for grammar explanation, textbook compilation and language instruction in teaching Chinese as a second language in order to meet current needs by reassessing linguist Y.R. Chao’s contributions in Chinese linguistics, language pedagogy, and Chinese language textbooks. Presenter(s): Chih-P’ing Chou (Chair), Princeton University; Chao Fen Sun, Stanford University; Yongping Zhu, University of Mississippi; Lening Liu, Columbia University; Xuan Chen, New York University Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 122 B
539 From “Chinese Is Hard” to “Chinese is Fun” This session will demonstrate practical and effective strategies to engage students through animation technology, films appreciation, classroom activities, and incorporating tablet computers into a Chinese classroom to facilitate development of students’ communicative skills. Students who said, “Chinese is hard!” will now yell out loud, “Chinese is so fun!” Presenter(s): David Chang (Chair), Institute for Information Industry; Shirley Chang, Kent Place School; Chia Ying Jeng-Liu, Bridgewater-Raritan Regional Middle School; Peicheng Chu, 21st Century Cyber Charter School Sponsor(s): CLASS Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 124
541 Character Literacy Research to Support Best Practices in CFL Instruction This session presents research on character perception, processing, and retention to guide language teachers and textbook developers: (1) Character Study vs. Character Retention Presentation; (2) Pinyin vs. Characters: Where Do the Eyes Look? (3) Sequence Enhances Retention: Visual Glueing in Non-native Readers of Chinese. Presenter(s): Baozhang He (Chair) and Claudia Ross, College of the Holy Cross; Meng Yeh, Rice University; Pei-chia Chen, University of California, San Diego Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Chinese
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 125
542 New Tools for the Chinese E-Learning Environment These papers investigate specific tools for Chinese E-learning. Tools discussed include a web-based audio text reader and a tool for creating texts with controlled vocabulary, automatic audio, and characters that are clickable as flashcards. Awesome highlighter, Smart pen, Adobe ConnectNow, and Screenr will also be showcased. Cloud Technologies for Chinese E-Learn (Wu); Quickly Create and Manage Graded Multimedia Chinese Texts Online (Mu); Effects of Intentional Mobile-Assisted Annotation on Incidental Chinese Vocabulary Learning (Zhang).
Presenter(s): Renate K. Losoncy, The Donauschule; Ann E. Sieger, Radnor School District Sponsor(s): PSMLA Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 8 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Arabic, German, Spanish
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 126 B
544 Optimal Classroom Performance: Three Steps to Reaching Students This session discusses three steps to reach students for optimal teaching and learning experiences. These three steps are developing the right mindset, lesson planning, and effective instructional management. Participants are provided with techniques and relevant resources that will assist them with the implementation of these three steps. Presenter(s): Weiling Huang, Defense Language Institute Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Room 406
545 Aligning the Common Core Standards to Korean Language Instruction The current K–12 state standards will be replaced by the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) in 2014. The presenters will develop awareness of the new standards, their effects on teaching and learning specifically in the Korean language classes, and 21st century tools used for students to be college- and career-ready. Presenter(s): Chiae Kitayama, Cahuenga Elementary; Ellen Park, Wedgeworth Elementary; Sung S. Kim, Los Angeles Unified School District; Sung-Ock Sohn, UCLA Sponsor(s): ACTFL Korean SIG Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Korean
Presenter(s): Ling Mu (Chair), Yale University; Yongfang Zhang, Wofford College Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All
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2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 122 A
Presenter(s): Miao Fen Tseng (Chair), University of Virginia; Michelle Smith, UCLA; I-Chun Liu, UTSA Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
To make use of the enticing world of children’s books, an evaluative instrument of what to look for as well as how to prepare and use the books, is examined. One children’s book will be “read” in four languages to show the cultural and curricular components.
Daily Program 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Room 409
546 ACTFL LLC SIG Paper Presentations II FLES Teachers’ Perspectives on New Jersey’s K–8 Foreign Language Authorization (Raymond); Traveling with Middleschoolers: Is it Worth the Trouble? (Sanders) Presenter(s): Robert B. L. Raymond, New York University–Steinhardt; Jo Sanders, Rilke Schule Sponsor(s): ACTFL Language Learning for Children SIG Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 8
2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 102 A
547 Update on ACTFL OPI Testing for Certified OPI Testers/Trainers
SATURday, November 17, 2012
3:00 p.m. – 3:50 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 3
3:00 p.m. – 3:50 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 5
E68 Mandarin Readers in the Classroom and Beyond—A Practical Workshop
E70 Fun and Educational iPad Apps Bounded with IQChinese Go for Classroom Use
A look at how children explore Chinese through readers, widen their vocabulary, develop grammar and language skills and actively practice everyday Chinese. Group discussion and presentation. Presented by author of The Magic Story Box, Kristine Li. Presenter(s): Kristine Li, The Magic Story Box Sponsor(s): Shekinah Publishing Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 5 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Mandarin, English
SATURday November 17, 2012
(For Certified OPI Testers Only)
3:00 p.m. – 3:50 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 2
E67 Teaching Ideas and Resources for Manga Botchan In this session, a group of teachers who implemented Manga Botchan in their classes share teaching ideas and resources. Examples include project-based learning activities for 21st century skills. This text can be used as a primary or supplemental reading at both the high school and college levels. Presenter(s): Kazue Masuyama, California State University; Joan Ericson, Colorado College; Mitsuaki Shimojo, State University of New York, Buffalo Sponsor(s): JPT America, Inc./Kinokuniya Books Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English, Japanese Applicable Language(s): English, Japanese
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3:00 p.m. – 3:50 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall D-E, Workshop Room 4
E69 Online Learning for Lexical Acquisition Learn how Duke, MIT, San Diego State, West Point and other leading schools are using Transparent Language’s online learning system to deliver effective foreign language instruction and encourage a more globally minded campus community. When integrated with an existing language curriculum, Transparent Language Online lets instructors customize the learning material to improve learning outcomes. As a supplement to existing curricula, Transparent Language Online provides hundreds of hours of learning material in a system that reports on student usage. Finally, as a self-guided resource, the system enables learning of over 80 languages including many less commonly taught languages such as Arabic, Haitian Creole, Mandarin, Persian Farsi and many more. We will demonstrate how to monitor usage, manage classes, track student progress, and create custom learning material as well as give attendees a chance to try Transparent Language Online firsthand. Presenter(s): Charles McGonagle, Ewa Zeoli, and Kristen Craft, Transparent Language Sponsor(s): Transparent Language Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Explore well-designed IQChinese apps that further expand classroom teaching and activity for Multimedia Go Courseware. Find out how to use the Type-to-Learn method and simple apps to make learning Chinese fun and build student’s 21st century skills. Come and be the first to see the new IQChinese Apps and even receive a free account. Presenter(s): Steven Chen, IQ Chinese Corp. Sponsor(s): IQChinese Corp. Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Chinese
3:00 p.m. – 4:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 101
549 SWCOLT Board Meeting 3:15 p.m. – 4:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 122 B
550 CLASS Roundtable: Unveiling the K–16 National Chinese Standards This year’s roundtable will discuss and unveil the new National Chinese Standards, revised from the original K–12 to K–16. Now ready for the high school AP course and beyond, these expanded standards include additional progress indicators at K–14 and K–16 levels with two scenarios for each of the 5 C-standards. Presenter(s): Shaoyuen Carol Chen-Lin (Chair), Choate Rosemary Hall; Haiyan Fu Sponsor(s): CLASS Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English, Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
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3:15 p.m. – 4:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Terrace Ballroom Lobby
551 ACTFL Electronic Poster Presentations II Electronic Poster presentations will be displayed on a laptop computer at a high round table around which attendees can stand for viewing and interaction. The following multiple electronic posters will be presented at the same time in the area so you can hear more than one presentation during the hour.
551-01 A Social Justice Project in a First-Year Spanish Class This poster demonstrates a social justice project in a first-year Spanish class in which students work in small groups to examine a social justice issue in a Spanish-speaking country. Presenter(s): Michael Tallon, University of the Incarnate Word
551-02 Collaborative Second Language Writing: Creating a University Website Project Collaborative writing is not common in foreign language classes while the current trend of second language writing focuses on the process rather than the final product. This study explores students’ collaborative school website project across two sections in the third year of Japanese at a southwestern university.
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Presenter(s): Yuki Waugh, Texas A&M University
551-03 Creating Successful Lesson Plans for LearnerCentered Classrooms This presentation highlights the key points of creating successful lesson plans for learner-centered classrooms. Effective strategies in selecting and adapting appropriate materials and activities based on various learning objectives will be discussed. Lesson plan templates, a ready-to-use checklist and sample lesson plans will be provided. Presenter(s): Danmin Deng
551-04 Effective Mentoring in Action: Faculty Professional Development To assist teachers in meeting institutional requirements, fulfilling personal aspirations, and maximizing individual potential, a well-developed mentoring program is critical. In this session, the presenter will demonstrate a faculty mentoring program and its effectiveness using multiple data collection tools. She will also suggest guidelines for establishing an effective mentoring program. Presenter(s): Shuhui Berndt, Defense Language Institute
551-07 Impact of Culture Awareness on Motivation of Korean Language Learners This ongoing empirical study is about the relationship between cultural awareness and the motivation of Korean language learners. It gives the guideline to measure the relationship between the variables. Although studying culture is an important factor in second language learning, there is little empirical study on this subject. Presenter(s): Hye Young Shin, American University
551-08 Increasing Individual and Group Learning Through a Course Wiki Course Wikis are effective for numerous activities and increase positive individual and group learning. Learn about the use of Wikis and discuss how students as a community of learners in traditional (non-online) courses gain from this approach, and how assignments are enhanced by the collaborative, malleable, stable and accessible platform. Presenter(s): Lawrence Francis Glatz, Metropolitan State College
551-09 Integrating Smart Pens into Language Learning and Teaching “Smart pens” such as those from LiveScribe are at their core notetaking devices, but their use in the language classroom does not need to be limited to passive notetaking. This poster will illustrate how such pens can be used to provide individualized student feedback and deliver lesson content. Presenter(s): Johnathan Gajdos
551-10 Investigating Teacher Cognition About L2 Vocabulary Instruction and Acquisition This exploratory study addressed whether teachers’ insights match concerns of vocabulary research, such as kinds of word knowledge and vocabulary measurements. Experienced L2 instructors of Spanish (n = 8), German (n = 8) and English (n = 8) working at Swiss universities were interviewed. Presenter(s): Nausica Marcos Miguel, University of Pittsburgh
551-05 Examining a Recent Student Questionnaire on Chinese-Speaking Instruction In a recent questionnaire survey, 248 DLI students from seven Chinese departments answered 24 questions on Chinese-speaking instruction. The survey findings suggest that mutual awareness and understanding of the different cultures between American and Chinese culture are critical for creating a healthy and productive speaking classroom environment. Presenter(s): Dian Huang
551-06 From Urdu to Punjabi: Challenges and Successes of Curricular Conversion The presenter will discuss the challenges of designing a ground-up curriculum for a language dialect that has traditionally been taught as a conversion language. The session will address language differences, transliteration conventions, materials resources, lesson production, and quality control. Presenter(s): Patras Bukhari and Wendy Ashby, Defense Language Institute
551-11 Learning Processes of Flagship Chinese Students: A Longitudinal Case Study This study examines the one-year learning processes of two Flagship Chinese students, mainly focuses on their learning motivation, learning experiences, and learning strategy via two semi-structured interviews and a survey (Strategy Inventory of Language Learning) (Oxford, 1989). Presenter(s): Yi-Lu Kuo, Indiana University, Bloomington
551-12 New Audiences, New Programs: Supporting Independent Language Learners Students, faculty, and staff involved in campus internationalization efforts often desire language instruction outside the traditional undergraduate curriculum. This poster illustrates ways language departments and centers can meet this challenge, including informal meet-ups, short courses, workshops in the use of authentic media, and grants for faculty and staff immersion. Presenter(s): Sharon G. Scinicariello, University of Richmond
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551-13 Preserving an Ethnic Language Through Teaching: Pennsylvania Dutch Minority ethnic languages in the United States hold considerably lower status than written, frequently taught languages. This presentation discusses pedagogical attempts at teaching a minority ethnic language, Pennsylvania Dutch. It highlights the creation of a textbook for language instruction, which serves as a classroom guide for non-teaching-trained teachers and (often) adult learners. Presenter(s): Douglas J. Madenford, Central Mountain High School; Joshua Brown, University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
551-14 Reasons to Learn Korean: Second Language Learners vs. Heritage Speakers This presentation shares the results of a questionnaire on why students wish to learn Korean. The results show that second language learners and heritage speakers are motivated by different (external and/or internal) reasons. Pedagogical implications can be drawn for any language, especially regarding planning lessons and designing classroom activities. Presenter(s): Teresa Mijung Lee
This paper explores the efficacy of teaching foreign language through somatic engagement with the target culture in the context of an on-campus immersion program. Students learned to engage empathy and develop cultural and linguistic competency in the target language though interactive experiences with theater, music, sports, and food preparation.
Transcend the boundaries of the traditional classroom with VoiceThread, a versatile media tool that encourages creativity and critical thinking in language study. Students and teachers create online collaborative projects that place an emphasis on speaking and can be shared among different classes. Presenter(s): Andrew Forlano, The Steward School
551-20 Watch L2 Sprout: The Effectiveness of Brief, Daily Communicative Activities This study shows the correlation between the use of brief, daily communicative activities and improved oral and grammatical proficiency in the target language. Statistically higher averages in the experimental group demonstrate the effectiveness of the method. Viewers will receive ready-to-use material and access to a blog to explore the findings. Presenter(s): Gisela P. Dieter, Slippery Rock University
551-21 Workshop Report, International Workshop on Digital Technologies for Teaching Arabic The presenter is a co-organizer of the First International Workshop on Digital Technologies for Teaching Arabic, held in Tunis, in May 2012, sponsored by ALECSO, the Arab League’s Educational, Cultural, and Scientific Organization. She proposes to share the findings, conclusions, and recommendations of the workshop with ACTFL attendees. Presenter(s): Amel Mili, University of Pennsylvania
Presenter(s): Jennifer M. Formwalt, North Georgia College
551-16 The Composition of Original Songs by Novice-Level Language Learners Eighth-grade students in their second year of formal language study were required to compose and record original songs in French or Spanish. This two-week unit was designed to improve the students’ pronunciation and confidence in speaking while providing an opportunity for engagement in a creative pursuit in the target language. Presenter(s): Laura L. Nagle, Springside Chestnut Hill Academy
551-17 The Effects of the In-Country Immersion Program The presenter reports the effectiveness of the in-country immersion program (N=100) in 2010-11. According to preliminary analysis (N=45), students reported that studenthelpers are most beneficial for listening, speaking and culture learning while in-class instructions help reading, writing, and grammar. Pre-Post Diagnostic Assessment (N=67) confirmed speaking, reading, and listening skill improvement. Presenter(s): Jean Sook Ryu, Defense Language Institute
551-18 This Test Question Does Not Seem Right: Is This Enough? The purpose of this presentation is to demonstrate a method in which a test item’s effectiveness or ineffectiveness can be examined through empirical student responses to test questions on a Japanese language achievement test, in a university-level foreign language learning environment. Presenter(s): Rika Kinoshita, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
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551-15 Somatic Dialogues: Teaching Foreign Language and Culture Through Immersion
551-19 Using VoiceThread in Language Study
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3:15 p.m. – 4:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Terrace Ballroom 1
552 ACTFL Research Roundtable Session II Attendees will have an opportunity to participate in two 25-minute oral presentations with a group discussion of 10 people seated around a common table. Research Roundtable presentations typically are 15 minutes of presentation followed by 10 minutes of discussion and feedback. After the first 25 minutes of presentation, attendees will be asked to select another table and topic. Chair: Bridget E. Yaden, ACTFL Program Committee Chair
552-01 A Mohawk Language Teaching Plan: From Simple to Complex
552-07 Change of Linguistic Profiles of Advanced Learners of Korean
Proficiency in Mohawk, like other polysynthetic Native American languages, is best achieved using a cumulative approach that begins with the grammatically simplest elements of the language dealing with everyday matters and gradually adding grammatical complexity, allowing students to think in the language and say what they want to say.
Based on ACTFL OPI data from the graduates of the Korean Language Flagship Center (KLFC), changes in the linguistic profiles of Flagship graduates over a two-year program (one-year domestic; the other overseas) in highly advanced-level Korean will be examined in the four areas of OPI rating. Presenter(s): Dong-Kwan Kong, University of Hawaii at Manoa
Presenter(s): Brian Maracle
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552-02 A Qualitative Case Study of Service Learning in Ecuador This presentation reports on the perspectives of a group of American students regarding their participation in service learning projects while studying abroad in Ecuador. The qualitative data come from student journals completed for an introductory translation class while the quantitative data were taken from a short language survey. Presenter(s): Alan Brown, University of Kentucky
552-03 Agency and Social Interaction in Study Abroad This presentation discusses how to encourage second language learners to operate their agency to engage in various social interactions when studying abroad. Strategies regarding how to motivate and guide students with various age, racial, educational, social and cultural backgrounds in a short-term study abroad program will be shared. Presenter(s): Li Jin, Depaul University
552-08 Critical Friendships for World Language Teacher Leaders A methods professor and a high school teacher of world languages cultivated a critical friendship over a two-year period to support each other professionally and develop their teacher leadership skills in a learning community. These educators will share the benefits of their critical friendship and the ways they maintain it. Presenter(s): Nathan Bond, Texas State University; Mari Albright, Eanes Independent School District
552-09 Cultural Knowledge in the Foreign Language Classroom Foreign language teachers have been called upon to intertwine language and cultural instruction (National Standards, 1996). This study explores the cultural knowledge of German language teachers by comparing how native speakers and non-native speaker teachers of German view the cultural connotations of German expressions of affection and friendship. Presenter(s): Friederike M. Fichtner, University of Wisconsin
552-04 Assessing Foreign Language Writing Skills Based on a Multiliteracy Approach With the emergence of new technologies, language learners need mutliliteracy skills to fully function in society. This roundtable presentation addresses the implications of the multiliteracy approach for assessing learners’ multimodal writing skills. The goal is to present new standards for writing in the secondary and postsecondary foreign language classroom. Presenter(s): Nicola Schmerbeck, University of Mississippi
552-10 Discourse Errors in English Learners’ Chinese Writing with Pedagogical Implications To develop L2 writing skills, learners must acquire discourse competence. Thus, this proposal examines Chinese compositions written by English-speaking learners, and discusses their discourse errors in both forms and functions. Pedagogical implications are further provided. With discourse knowledge, learners are better equipped to develop their L2 Chinese skills. Presenter(s): Yating Fan, National Taiwan Normal University
552-05 Assessing Spanish with Video in Web-Based Listening Tasks This study examined the effects of three types of listening support on L2 learners’ comprehension: (a) video, (b) audio-only input, and (c) input redundancy. Findings of whether the addition of the redundancy device and the types of format on L2 listening tasks impact Spanish learners’ comprehension will be shared. Presenter(s): Cristina Pardo-Ballester, Iowa State University
552-06 Assessing Second Language Development Through E-Journaling in a Study Abroad Experience This investigation explores and measures students’ outcomes during a study abroad experience in Spain. Through the use of e-journals, the researcher investigates what factors such as living situation, social network and classroom dynamic may have influenced students’ learning process. Pre- and posttests were also administered in order to assess progress. Presenter(s): Silvia Peart, U.S. Naval Academy
552-11 Diversifying Foreign Language Teaching and Learning This roundtable reports and reflects on current discussions and research among Middlebury College’s foreign language faculty on the question of diversity, broadly defined, in foreign language acquisition. The focus is on diversities in textbooks, faculty development, course syllabi, classroom activities, and study abroad experiences. Presenter(s): Roman Graf, Stephen Snyder, Orlaith Creedon, and William PoulinDeltour, Middlebury College
552-12 Do Grades Undermine the Effectiveness of Feedback? In Assessment for Learning, feedback is regarded as the link between assessment and learning. However, the effectiveness of feedback may be undermined if feedback is received with grades. Three examples of research into grades and feedback will be presented and difficulties for research will be discussed. Presenter(s): Christian Krekeler, Konstanz University of Applied Sciences
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552-13 Flipping the Latin Classroom: Helping Students Read, Not Just Translate
552-20 Learning Real Thai Through Intensive Oral Interaction and Community Stays
Students can learn to read Latin and not just translate. By reversing the order in which the student approaches the text, decoding during class and writing what is already familiar for homework, students learn to combine their knowledge of vocabulary, grammar, and context and approach the process with decreased stress.
This presentation will discuss the effectiveness of a Beginning Thai course which has been designed specifically for U.S. college students at a study abroad program in Thailand. Through intensive interactive oral classes and community-based learning approaches, students will become better, more confident speakers of Thai.
Presenter(s): Margaret Roberts, Friends Central School
Presenter(s): Jintana Rattanakhemakorn, Council on International Educational Exchange
552-14 Heritage, Critical, World, Home: Investment in Young Learners of Arabic
552-21 Learning the Spanish Past Tense Using Wikis
Arabic is categorized as a heritage, critical, and world language in the United States, but what does it really mean to young learners from different backgrounds? Drawing from interviews, observations, and surveys conducted in a public middle school, this roundtable examines connections between cultural identity and investment in language and literacy.
Presenter(s): Daniel A. Castaneda, Kent State University
The Spanish preterite and imperfect are among the most difficult grammatical forms for native speakers of English to learn. This roundtable will report on the students’ grammatical knowledge acquisition and attitudes toward wiki writing activities. The implementation of the activity, results and pedagogical implications will be discussed.
Presenter(s): Amanda Lanier Temples, Georgia State University
552-15 High School Students’ Experiences in a Blended Language Class
While there is the European Union’s Common Framework for language acquisition there is no real measurement of proficiency for literature. The researcher has seen the lack of teacher training concerning the teaching of literature. What this project entails is setting the levels of proficiency in literary research/teaching and analysis. Presenter(s): Graciela Helguero-Balcells, Florida Atlantic University
Presenter(s): Yao Tu, University of Kansas Confucius Institute
552-16 Humor and Identity Construction in the Heritage Language Classroom This study explores interactional positioning of identities in heritage language learning. The study illustrates how learners embrace being positioned as poor students of the target language as resources of identity building. This is often accomplished through humorous interactions involving verbal play and teasing.
552-23 Motivation of Chinese Heritage Language Learners: A Case Study This paper reports a study on motivations of Chinese heritage language learners in a university context and discusses whether there are significant differences between heritage learners and non-heritage learners and how the differences affect the learners’ learning process. Presenter(s): Chuan Lin, University of Hawaii at Manoa
Presenter(s): Ji-Young Jung, Rutgers University
552-17 Impact of Foreign Language Teachers’ Self-Efficacy Beliefs on Learners There is a dearth of research on the impact of foreign language teachers’ selfefficacy beliefs on their students’ decisions whether or not to continue studying the languages. In-depth studies on the subject are key to enhancing student motivations, shaping learning outcomes, and improving student competence.
552-24 Online Corpora and Concordances in the AFL Classroom This presentation describes how online Arabic corpora and concordances were effectively used in an advanced AFL classroom to enhance learners’ vocabulary acquisition. This semester-long project engaged learners in various concordance-based tasks and activities that focused on enhancing their accurate and contextualized usage of newly acquired vocabulary.
Presenter(s): Comfort Pratt, Amani Zaier, and Yanlin Wang, Texas Tech University
Presenter(s): Nader M. Morkus, Middlebury College
552-18 Is Language Learning Really Happening in Content Courses?
552-25 Passing Down a Cultural Baton: “Relay Method” for Project Work
This study examines development in upper-division content courses where the primary focus is content learning and focus on form is predominantly incidental. Results from cloze passages, writing and speaking samples, questionnaires, and observations are discussed in the context of Lyster’s (2007) call for a “balanced approach.” Pedagogical implications are highlighted.
Presenter(s): Yuka Akiyama, Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Presenter(s): Daryl M. Rodgers, Florida State University; Wanda Cordero-Ponce, Susquehanna University
552-19 Language and the Brain: Recalling Techniques in Second Language Acquisition The purpose of this discussion on language and the brain is to elicit comments on ways to relate, integrate and apply research undertaken in various disciplines to the improvement of second language acquisition, using neuroscience techniques to enhance short-term memory recollection to our classroom presentations, curricula and research.
The session proposes the Relay Method to investigate the target language culture. The method highlights the use of technology and utilizes a “baton technique,” a technique to pass down findings from one group to another. The session also talks about potential problems, conditions, and ways to assess students’ project work.
552-26 Performance of Foreign Language Assistants in Terms of Field of Study In order to bolster multilingualism in Spain, the government has emphatically fought for the inclusion of foreign language assistants in bilingual schools. The present investigation examines one of the potential issues in this cohabitation in the class, the field of study of the participants. Presenter(s): Amador Jose Jimenez, Grad Student, Univerisity of Granada
Presenter(s): Virgil H. Blanco, Middlessex County College
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This presentation reports a qualitative study that investigated the high school students’ perspectives in a blended language course. Reflecting on the results from the analysis of qualitative data collected through student interviews, the participants will discuss how to improve a blended language course to meet diverse students’ needs.
552-22 Literature Framework Reference Project: Teacher Training in Literature
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552-27 Plagiarism and Academic Writing in a Second Language
552-34 Understanding Boredom in the Foreign Language Classroom
Plagiarism may be particularly difficult to avoid for L2 academic writers because copying language (rather than just content) can be a helpful way to improve texts. This presentation is interested in incidences of plagiarism in assessments and how the assessment format may contribute to or design out plagiarism.
This research looks closely at student boredom in the university-level FL classroom. Questionnaires and interviews with 57 German learners revealed features of classroom activities and the learning environment that are particularly likely to yield feelings of boredom, as well as uncovered students’ surprising attitudes toward the boredom experience.
Presenter(s): Christian Krekeler, Konstanz University of Applied Sciences
Presenter(s): Katie Chapman, University of Wisconsin–Madison
552-28 Preservice Teacher Preparation: The Impact of a Study Abroad Program
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This study investigated the impact of a short-term study abroad program on preservice teacher foreign language anxiety and on preservice teacher beliefs about language learning. Candidates took teacher preparation coursework abroad in the target language. The findings have implications for study abroad programs with a focus on preservice teacher education.
552-35 Use of Post-Observation Feedback for Foreign Language Teacher Development In this session, the presenter shares her action research findings on the effect of post-observation feedback in foreign language teachers’ subsequent teaching performance. Various post-observation feedback strategies that address the particular areas of teaching for individual teachers are discussed based on the results of the study.
Presenter(s): Victoria Russell, Valdosta State University
Presenter(s): Gyseon Bae, Defense Language Institute
552-29 Raising the Bar in Intercultural Competence and Language Proficency
552-36 Using Authentic Reading Materials Through Digital Media at Lower Levels
Three different groups of American pre-service teachers participating in a 12-week teaching exchange as interns in French schools showed a significant increase in both their intercultural competence as determined by pre- and post- measures of the Intercultural Development Inventory (IDI) and their linguistic ability in pre- and post-OPI ratings.
In language teaching, the use of authentic reading materials is often limited to advanced levels. However, when used appropriately, authentic materials may facilitate the development of beginning learners’ reading proficiency to a great degree. This study explores digital means of integrating authentic reading materials in beginning-level Chinese curriculum.
Presenter(s): Susan Colville-Hall, Maria Adamowicz-Hariasz, and Vladislava L. Sidorova, University of Akron; Tama Lea Engelking, Cleveland State University
Presenter(s): Jianling Liao, CIEE Study Center
552-30 Teaching Observations: How to Give Feedback and Improve Classroom Instruction Department Heads and Language Program Supervisors are confronted with the question of how to manage the task of observing teaching by faculty and giving feedback that leads to improvement in instruction. These tasks can be perceived by everyone as uncomfortable. The presenter shares models and strategies for applying them effectively.
552-37 World Language Teaching Certification Candidates’ Intercontinental Blogging During Study Abroad Undergraduate K–12 certification candidates for French, German, and Spanish language teaching enrolled in an optional pilot course requiring them to address specific topics on blogs regularly with others from different host countries. Quotes from this online exchange suggest that the experience extended participants’ ability to develop Intercultural Communicative Competence. Presenter(s): Dana E. Webber, Penn State University
Presenter(s): Laura McGee, Western Kentucky University
552-31 Teaching Foreign Language Composition in the 21st Century This roundtable discussion explores the role of higher education foreign language composition instruction within the context of the broader student experience with cross-disciplinary writing while addressing issues related to the multi-modal nature of composing in the contemporary world.
552-38 Write, Speak, Respond: Encouraging Meaningful Interaction Through Homework Assignments This roundtable session will present multiple-step homework assignments that facilitate student interaction outside class in order to increase the meaningful and creative use of language. It will demonstrate how to align the content of such assignments with unit objectives. Appropriate technology will be identified during the session. Presenter(s): Yasuko Takata Rallings, Wake Forest University
Presenter(s): Alessia Valfredini, Fordham University, NY
552-32 The Impact of Self-Reflection in Oral Production Language learners benefit from reviewing audio and video recordings of different spoken tasks using a prepared rubric for self-reflection on their oral production. Discuss the impact of self-reflection and explore the results of student surveys on this topic as well as the rubrics used in self-reflection. Presenter(s): Joan Clifford, Duke University
552-33 Truths and Myths About Gap Years Abroad A gap year can offer high school graduates and college students the opportunity to enrich their lives with life-changing experiences. Come learn about the benefits of a gap year and dispel the untruths about such topics as duration, location, relevance to a future degree or career, and cost. Presenter(s): Robyn Macey, ECELA Spanish Schools
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552-39 Consciousness Raising: One Approach to Diversity Development This session will discuss the findings of a case study of a college-level Elementary Spanish I class. The students in this class reported increasing their awareness of and openness toward diversity. In addition to student outcomes, instructional strategies used to promote diversity development will also be discussed. Presenter(s): Stacey M. Johnson, Christian Brothers University
Daily Program 4:00 p.m. – 4:50 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Halls D & E, Workshop Room 1
E71 Argentina: A Destination for Education Argentina is one of the most wanted destinations for international students. It offers high quality academic education, the best Spanish courses, breathtaking landscapes and a thriving cultural life that combines features from the European heritage and its modern Latin American identity. Presenter(s): Verónica Zanotti, Agustin Vignale, Gonzalo Villarruel, and Silvina Garay, CONADE Sponsor(s): CONADE - Conglomerado Argentina Destino Educativo Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish
553 NCATE Reviewer Meeting 4:00 pm – 6:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 102 A
554 ACTFL OPI Trainer Meeting (For Certified OPI Trainers Only)
4:15 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon L
555 AAUSC Business Meeting and Reception 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon B/C
556 Learn with NADSFL—Teacher Performance/Student Achievement in Virginia Across the nation, WL teachers are asked about linking teacher performance to student achievement, yet there is little research in our discipline. Participants will hear about draft documents which develop a framework for measuring WL teacher effectiveness, gain an understanding of its background and take away ideas based on implementation. Presenter(s): Linda Szwabowski, Chesterfield County Public School; Jennifer N. Carson, Virginia Beach Public Schools Sponsor(s): NADSFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon D
557 Innovative Practices in World Language Teacher Pedagogy Courses: Beyond Methods
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 103 A
560 Characteristics of Effective Virtual Language Programs: National Survey Results
Three experienced world language methods instructors discuss effective pedagogical practices and share ideas. Share your own proven teacher and instructor education practices with other Teacher Development SIG members.
What are the essential and necessary conditions for virtual language learning? How are these conditions being met in virtual language programs that are considered successful in the U.S.? This session will share results of and guidelines developed from a national survey of virtual language programs.
Presenter(s): Janel Pettes Guikema, Grand Valley State University; Kristin L. Hoyt, Kennesaw State University; Hyunsoo Hur, Defense Language Institute Sponsor(s): ACTFL Teacher Development SIG Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Presenter(s): Catherine Ingold (Chair), Shuhan Chou Wang, and Gloria Hu, University of Maryland National Foreign Language Center Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon I
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 103 B
558 Unlimited Choices: Speaking Activities for Learners of Arabic
561 “Moodle-ing” in the Right Direction: Virtual Professional Learning
The presentation starts from building speaking skills and reducing speaking fears then to, the concentration of this session, ways to allocate extensive time for practicing speaking, offering a variety of practices, and speaking topics. Many examples shared with Arabic teachers addressing all three modes of communication with the integration of technology.
Many districts are moving towards virtual professional learning for educators in all content areas. Learn to use web resources to create and manage needs-based virtual classrooms and distance learning environments for students and teachers. Participants will develop the tools to create web-based learning modules of their own.
Presenter(s): Sanaa Jouejati, Northwest Ohio Arabic Language Institute Sponsor(s): ACTFL Arabic SIG Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English, Arabic Applicable Language(s): Arabic
Presenter(s): Anita B. Lawrence (Chair) and Stephen Fowler, Atlanta Public Schools; Dwight E. Hutson, Office of High Schools/APS Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon K
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 103 C
559 ACTFL Distance Learning SIG Business Meeting
562 Revolt or Revolution: iPads in the Classroom
A brief business meeting will be followed by a panel discussion presented by experts on fully online basic language distance education courses. Topics include successes and challenges in: teacher preparation, course design and development, course deployment, student training issues, administrative details, course logistics (especially oral interactivity), standards based curricula, and assessment.
Mobile devices promise to revitalize the way that instructors teach and students learn, but there is little evidence that the revolution is happening. Learn how one instructor and 20+ students armed with iPads and apps collaborated together to use the tablets for classroom tasks, research projects, and exploring learning styles.
Presenter(s): Sandra Kregar (Chair), Florida State University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Distance Learning SIG Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Presenter(s): Kimberly M. Armstrong and Oscar Retterer, Franklin & Marshall College Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
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4:00 p.m. – 5:00 pm Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon J
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Daily Program 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 104 A
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 105 B
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 107 A
563 Screencasting with Camtasia: Capturing Multimedia Content to Enhance Language Teaching
566 Strategic Design of Utah’s 50-50 Dual Immersion Model
569 Italy and America, Myths and Stereotypes
One of the first decisions that immersion program planners will make is the program model. This session will outline the decision made in Utah to implement the 50-50 model and the reasoning that supports that choice. The session will also demonstrate how a single model implemented statewide has facilitated infrastructure development.
This session will focus on themes of identity, myth and stereotypes in Italian American literary subjects.
This session provides a full demonstration of the effective use of the Camtasia screencasting software, displaying how this technology supports and enhances students’ language learning experience at all levels of the curriculum, while providing specific examples from an intermediate German class. Presenter(s): Audrey N. Sartiaux and Erika M. Nelson, Union College Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 104 B
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564 Examining L1 Use by Advanced Learners of Spanish Findings will be presented from a study of how L1 use (or prohibition of L1 use) affects the ability of advanced learners of Spanish to talk through a complex grammatical topic. The presentation offers insights on grappling with the problem of L1 use in the FL classroom of advanced learners. Presenter(s): Raychel M. Vasseur, University of Iowa Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 105 A
565 Mafia nel Cinema Italiano Le presenti relazioni analizzano la rappresentazione della mafia nel cinema italiano: Romanzo criminal (Lucci); La mafia al femminile: un’analisi di ‘Angela’ di Roberta Torre (Vegna), Fragile Identities: Masculinity and Madness in Incerti’s L’uomo di vetro (Ryan). Presenter(s): Antonio Vitti (Chair) and Colleen Marie Ryan-Scheutz, Indiana University; Sebastiano Lucci, Middlebury College; Veronica Vegna, University of Chicago Sponsor(s): AATI Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: Italian Applicable Language(s): Italian
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Presenter(s): Gregg Roberts (Chair), Utah State Office of Education; Myriam Met Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Chinese, French, German, Portuguese, Spanish
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 106 A
567 Literary and Cinematic Responses to Feminism Fear and Feminism in Paola Masino’s “Birth and Death of the Housewife” (1945) (Moser); Nicchiarelli’s Vision of Growing Up Female in the Sputnik Era (Richards); Carmen Covito’s La brutti`na stagionata’: Bridging Feminist and Post-Feminist Literature (Salsini); Post Feminism in the “White Space” (Iacovella) Presenter(s): Virginia Picchietti (Chair); Laura Salsini, University of Delaware; Anna Iacovella, Yale University; Patricia Lyn Richards, Kenyon College; Amelia Moser, Columbia University Sponsor(s): AATI Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Italian
Italian American Protagonists in Contemporary American Fiction (Giordano); Ritratti Italoamericani: La Rappresentazione degli Immigrati nei Reportage del Ventennio (Meda); Luigi Barzini, Jr.: From Italian “Immigrant” to “Italian American”? (Tamburri); Italians in America: “Neither Fish Nor Fowl” (Pietralunga) Presenter(s): Paolo Giordano and Ambra Meda, University of Central Florida; Anthony Julian Tamburri, Queens College/CUNY; Mark Pietralunga, Florida State University Sponsor(s): AATI Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Italian
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 107 B
570 A Walk Through Andalusia This presentation gives an overview of the southern Spanish region (Andalusia). We will present an introduction of each of the eight Andalusian provinces followed by a different class activity. The activities will engage students in cultural comparisons and make them use Spanish while reflecting on different social and cultural issues. Presenter(s): Ana Isabel Sanchez Salmeron, Embassy of Spain Sponsor(s): Embassy of Spain Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: Spanish Applicable Language(s): Spanish
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 106 B
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 108 A
568 Incontro con Gli Autori: II
571 Acquiring and Assessing Cultural Competency: The Effectiveness of Task-Based Instruction
Authors will speak about their books. Migrating Words. Italian Writers in the United States (Fontanella); Dramatic Interactions. Teaching Languages, Literatures and Cultures Through Theatre (Ryan and Marini-Maio); Fra letterati e galantuomini. Notizie e inediti del primo Baretti inglese (Savoia and Baretti) Presenter(s): Anthony Mollica (Chair); Nicoletta Marini-Maio, Dickinson College; Luigi Fontanella, Stony Brook University Sponsor(s): AATI Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Italian
Speaking and writing tasks concerning Latin American culture were designed to help students fulfill linguistic and cultural objectives in Spanish college-level courses. Student learning was assessed using a critical pedagogy framework. Findings will be shared from a study on the effectiveness of task-based instruction and self-reflections to assess cultural competency. Presenter(s): Eduardo Garcia-Villada, Drake University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish
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4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 108 B
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 111 B
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 113 A
572 La Francophonie as Pedagogical Tool
576 An Innovative Approach to Teaching Spanish Language Through Poetry
579 Teaching, Assessing and Grading: Am I Sending the Same Message?
This session has a two-fold purpose: (1) to introduce an approach to poetry created by Peruvian writer Alfonso Ramos Alva called Versificación Virtual; (2) to demonstrate various pedagogical techniques using Versificación Virtual to teach language and culture. This approach can be used at all levels K–16.
We teach and assess languages differently today than 30 years ago. But is how we grade our students and report progress different? This session aims to help us think through how important consistency is in how we teach, how we assess and how we compute grades (to show progress).
Presenter(s): Krista Chambless, University of Alabama at Birmingham; Jessica Ramos-Harthun, Vervir Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish
Presenter(s): Gregory W. Duncan, Interprep, Inc. Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Session cancelled by presenter
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 109 A
573 AATJ General Membership Meeting 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 109 B
574 Institutionally Addressing the Needs of Chinese International Students in Independent Schools
Presenter(s): Mei Li Inouye and Rebecca Hogue, The Madeira School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 111 A
575 Reconsidering Teacher Role in Interactions: Dynamic Relationships Between Teacher and Learner Do language teachers ever not make errors? How may errors by teachers affect the learner production in interactions? Using videos of Japanese L2 learners, this study presents how a Japanese teacher and two learners jointly construct their roles as a teacher or a learner that are not static but dynamic. Presenter(s): Sachiko Horii, University of Minnesota, Twin Cities Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English, Japanese Applicable Language(s): Japanese
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 112 A
577 Badges: An Online Approach to Continuing Professional Development This presentation demonstrates a new concept in continuing teacher education called “badges,” a way to develop and document professional skills that go well beyond basic foreign language methods. Badges provide visual representations of 21st century pedagogical skills that language teachers can show to their employers and colleagues. Presenter(s): Carl S. Blyth (Chair), University of Texas at Austin; Karen Kelton, COERLL Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 112 B
578 Identity and Investment: SelfPortraits in Language Learning Personal investment is a vital component of successful language learning. Self-portrait projects allow students to create and express aspects of their identity in the L2, thus enhancing student investment while promoting transcultural competence, classroom community, and linguistic development. Multiple technology tools facilitate the creation, sharing and assessment of these portfolios. Presenter(s): Laura Florand and Sandra Lynn Valnes Quammen, Duke University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 113 B
580 Successful Strategies for Managing Elementary School Chinese Classrooms Beginning teachers need to learn how to manage a classroom in a firm, but friendly, way. This session will present strategies for motivating students to learn and ensuring that elementary classrooms run smoothly. Presenters will discuss movement, a system of rewards, and how to ensure that all students learn. Presenter(s): Janice Dowd (Chair); Sara Buchbaum, Hawthorne School; Lucy Lee, Livingston High School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 8 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 113 C
581 Maximizing the Potential of Our Language Activities Are we maximizing the potential of our language activities? Are we embedding 21st century skills such as critical thinking and collaboration? Are learner tasks intrinsically interesting? Cognitively engaging? Culturally connected? Communicatively purposeful? Through demonstrations and questioning this session will share practical ways to deepen activities and meaningfully engage the learner. Presenter(s): Helena Curtain Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
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This panel addresses the history of Chinese students in the United States, cultural identities inherited by Chinese students; the complications of navigating American cultural values; and how independent schools can provide institutional support for Chinese students on academic, student life, emotional and physical health levels.
Daily Program ACTFL Research Priority 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 114 Lecture Hall
582 ACTFL Research Priority Area #4: Mentoring K–16 FL Teachers and Classroom Discourse
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Attendees will discuss and share preliminary ideas for research studies that address questions in this priority area such as: What do the discursive relationships look like in various models of mentoring and how do we determine effective discursive practices of mentoring? What is the relationship between the type of mentoring a beginning teacher receives and her/his classroom practice? What interventions or tools might be most useful in helping K–16 teachers become aware of and, if necessary, change their discursive practices? Presenter(s): Paul Toth, Temple University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 115 A
583 Musical Learning: The Power of Many Voices This session focuses on the value of music as a tool for instruction and learning in the language classroom. Participants will have a unique opportunity to work interactively on song development with peers. Attendees will come away with materials for classroom use as well as interactive ideas for curriculum integration. Presenter(s): Amanda Seewald, MARACAS Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 8 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Session Handouts in the ACTFL Online Community Presenters are being encouraged to upload their handouts in the Resources section of the ACTFL Online Community at community.actfl.org.
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4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 115 B
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 117
584 Project-Based Learning in the World Language Classroom
587 Learners at the Center: SelfAssessment with LinguaFolio Online
Whether new to Project-Based Learning (PBL) or have questions after trying it, this session will provide example projects, useful tools and ideas. Participants will examine and discuss the principles for designing and assessing standards-focused projects. Project planning forms will be provided to begin the project design process. Presenter(s): Lauren E. Scheller, Buck Institute for Education Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 115 C
585 Integrated Performance Assessments: A Student-Centered Approach to Developing Proficiency Integrated Performance Assessments (IPAs) are an authentic task-based approach to increase student motivation and engagement in a modern language class. Participants will learn how to create and use their own IPAs to differentiate instruction and help students develop proficiency with the three modes of communication. Presenter(s): David C. Brightbill, Jean Taraborelli, and Daphne Lee, William Penn Charter School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 116
586 Avoidance in the Communicative Foreign Language Classroom Current FL teaching methodologies produce students capable of using the FL for real communication, but whose utterances often lack accuracy and/or grammatical sophistication. The study detailed here describes learner patterns of grammatical avoidance in the Spanish FL classroom. We also offer concrete suggestions on fostering grammatical sophistication among FL students. Presenter(s): Michael D. Hubert, Washington State University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish
Self-assessment practices help learners develop autonomy over their learning process, increasing both motivation and performance. This presentation will describe LinguaFolio Online, an online portfolio assessment tool that allows learners to self-assess their language proficiency, demonstrate their ability, and reflect on their learning experience. Presenter(s): Krystal L. Sundstrom, University of Oregon/Center for Applied Second Language Studies; Carl D. Falsgraf, Center for Applied Second Language Studies Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 118 A
588 The Glastonbury Foreign Language Assessment Initative: FLAP 2008–2013 This session highlights year four of a five-year FLAP assessment initiative in the Glastonbury Public Schools. Glastonbury has partnered with ACTFL and institutions of higher learning on a project intended to establish innovative assessments to help students move to the advanced level of proficiency in Arabic, Mandarin and Russian. Presenter(s): Rebecca M. Comenale (Chair) and Mark Pearsall, Glastonbury Public Schools; Lynne B. Campbell; Daniel Conrad, ACTFL Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 118 B
589 Keeping Kids Engaged and Coming Back for More Concerned about enrollment? Want to boost the number of students in your upper-level classes? Through participation in diverse language acquisition activities, students will remain motivated and want to continue with language study. This presentation showcases the use of role-play, reading, holistic grammar instruction, history and authentic videos and songs. Presenter(s): Michelle D. Kindt, East Pennsboro Area High School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Daily Program
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4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 118 C
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 120 A
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 121 A
590 Measuring Language Performance in Grades K–6
593 What Develops in FL Writing and How Do We Know?
596 Die Lorelei lebt: Bringing Poetry to Life!
Learn how to measure language performance by using analytic and holistic rubrics in grades K–6. Participants use language performance expectation for each grade level to share strategies that match the performance expectation of each analytic rubric. The session will be of special interest to elementary school educators.
The session focuses on what constitutes development in writing abilities through three longitudinal studies of intermediate-level collegiate German composers. It addresses development of whole text qualities through strategy instruction, increased accuracy in central grammatical features through self-identification and feedback, and expanded chunked language use through advance note-taking activities.
Presenters will show how poems can develop insight into language, higher-level thinking abilities, a sense of rhythm and love of literature. Presentations include How to Visualize a Poem (Becker), Combining Poetry with a Novel (Mol), Incorporating Ballads (Morewedge) and Reading Complex Poetry After 10 Weeks of Instruction (Djavadghazaryans)
Presenter(s): Paula Patrick and Ingrid C. Badia, Fairfax County Public Schools Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 8 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 119 A
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 120 B
594 Wie sieht man das auf Deutsch?
North Carolina’s K–12 proficiency-based standards led to a collaboration with ACTFL to design professional development materials for educators to understand and teach for proficiency. Learn about the results of this work and how student outcomes and assessment are linked to the teacher evaluation system and Race to the Top initiatives.
Recognize, appreciate, and create art . . . auf Deutsch! This session will offer concrete examples from middle school classes through university courses of ways to incorporate content-knowledge about the Germanspeaking art world using the three modes of communication. Teachers will leave the session with resources ready to use in the classroom on Monday.
Presenter(s): Ann Marie Gunter, North Carolina Department of Public Instruction; Leslie W. Baldwin, Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools; Shannon W. Hahn, Durham Technical Community College; Paul Sandrock, ACTFL Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Presenter(s): Ester Eichler (Chair), Abington Senior High School; Michael G. Andre, University of Arkansas; Gabriele Eichmanns, Carnegie Mellon University Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): German
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 119 B
592 Curriculum and Assessment in Heritage Language Programs: Chinese, French, Spanish Heritage language programs often face overwhelming challenges when designing their curricula and finding the appropriate assessments. This session discusses current curriculum and assessment models in Chinese, French, and Spanish heritage language programs and makes recommendations that heritage language programs focused on other languages will benefit from. Presenter(s): Na Liu, Center for Applied Linguistics; Benoit Le Devedec, French Heritage Language Program; Jane Ross, New York University; Celia Zamora, Georgetown University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 120 C
595 “Green” German Projects for the Future Curriculum Panel describes innovative curricular initiatives for combining German with sustainability studies through the redesign of courses to incorporate debate about contemporary environmental issues, historical perspectives on environmentalism, thematically relevant literature, and related cultural material. Examples of authentic materials and content-based assignments will be provided. Presenter(s): Charlotte A. Melin (Chair), University of Minnesota; Gisela Hoecherl-Alden, Boston University; Karolin Machtans, California Polytechnic State University; Natalie Eppelsheimer, Middlebury College Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): German
Presenter(s): Angelika Becker (Chair), Carmel High School; Angineh Djavadghazaryans, Washington University, St. Louis; Debra W. Mol, DODEA-Europe; Rosmarie Morewedge, State University of New York Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English, German Applicable Language(s): German
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 121 B
597 Teaching Culture Before, During and After the Exchange Experience An exchange presents a gold mine of opportunities for teaching, developing and experimenting with combined cultural activities—both for the incoming and outgoing legs of the exchange. Hands-on examples will be presented by experienced GAPP coordinators. Grant opportunities within GAPP will also be discussed. Presenter(s): Sabina Margalit (Chair), German American Partnership Program (GAPP); Joan Campbell, Lincoln Sudbury Regional High School; Kevin Carlos Williams, Springfield HS, PA Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): German
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 121 C
598 Curriculum at the Advanced Level These papers investigate issues related to the advanced-level curriculum, including the integration of professional content, the combination of using movie materials and assessment of the outcomes of the instruction. Content-Based Curriculum and Instruction in Advanced Chinese Language Classroom (Jiang); Bridging “Textbook Language” and “Live Language”: Teaching Chinese Through Movies (Yan Li); Combining Language with Content in Upper-Level Courses in Chinese Programs (Li) Presenter(s): Song Jiang (Chair), University of Hawaii at Manoa; Yan Li, University of Kansas; Wendan Li, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Professionalism, Research, Technology Applicable Level(s): All
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591 Designing Professional Development for ProficiencyBased State Standards with Student Outcomes
Presenter(s): Heidi Byrnes (Chair), Georgetown University; Claudia A. Becker, North Carolina Central University; Teresa R. Bell, University of Oklahoma; Susanne Rott Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): German
Daily Program 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 122 A
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 124
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 126 B
599 Integrating Language and Culture in Chinese L2 Instructional Material Design
602 Performing Another Culture by Students from Beginning to Advanced Levels
605 Diversity in the Higher Education Classroom: Core Accessibility and ELLs
Instructional materials are an essential component in any language program. This session discusses the pedagogical issues concerning integrating language and culture in Chinese L2 instructional material design.
This panel explores the “Performed Culture” approach and its classroom applications. The discussions focus on how to coach K–5 learners to perform in Chinese, challenges in creating target cultural environments for beginning students, and how to assist advanced learners in narrating stories in written/spoken with nonpedagogically designed authentic multimedia materials.
Many ELLs don’t understand the American system of HEID and its need for “core” classes. Additionally, many faculty/staff don’t understand how to teach the core to international students. This presentation will provide the audience with how implementing second language methods can make the core more accessible to ELLs.
Presenter(s): Fang-Yi Chao (Chair), University of Maryland; Wo-hsin Chu, National Taiwan Normal University; Chao-Hua Wang, National Taichung University of Science and Technology Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 122 B
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600 Effective Strategies of Using Technology in Today’s Mandarin Classrooms K–16 This panel will introduce several innovative technologybased teaching tools. There has been enthusiastic acceptance of these tools by students in Mandarin programs from secondary schools to higher education. The pedagogical approach shared in secondary schools to college will demonstrate what works for the 21st century learner. Presenter(s): David Chang (Chair), Institute for Information Industry; Shwu-fen Lin, Princeton High School; Celia L. Liu, College of New Jersey; Mali Ou, Watchung Hills Regional High School Sponsor(s): CLASS Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English, Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 123
601 What Can Confucius Institutes Do in Promoting Chinese Language Education? This panel discusses the role of Confucius Institute in teacher training, teaching material development, teaching method in higher education and K–12 schools. CI Directors who are experts in TCSOL will share their success stories, first hand experience and best practice of the CIs in their pivotal role in the 3Ts. Presenter(s): Meiru Liu (Chair); Wayne Wenchao He, University of Rhode Island; Dela X. Jiao, New York University Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English, Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
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Presenter(s): Galal Walker (Chair), Patrick Mcaloon, Zhini Zeng, and Minru Li, The Ohio State University Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English, Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 125
603 Learning Chinese Through Socialization Processes These papers address the role of social interaction in learning Chinese. Interactions with native speakers during study abroad experiences are investigated, as is the transformative process experienced by the learner who becomes an active participant in Chinese culture. Socializing Stance and Learning Mandarin During a Semester in China (Diao); Theory to Practice: Design and Effects of Interdisciplinary Travel-Learning Courses (Wu); Sociocultural Theory and Teaching Chinese as a Second/Foreign Language (Sun) Presenter(s): Wenhao Diao (Chair), Carnegie Mellon University; Ching-Hsuan Wu, Ohio Wesleyan University; Lina Sun Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Culture, Professionalism, Research Applicable Level(s): All
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 126 A
604 Language Puzzles Demystified The curiosity expressed by students as they grapple with the idiosyncratic and often perplexing features of the language they learn is addressed in this presentation. Colleagues from the areas of ESL and world languages collaborate to give fresh answers to the question, “Why do I say it that way?” Presenter(s): Joan Blair, Beaumont Elementary School; Julia Sponseller, Tredyffrin-Easttown School District Sponsor(s): PSMLA Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 8 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): French, Spanish
Presenter(s): Alan D. Lytle, University of Arkansas at Little Rock Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Room 409
606 ACTFL LLC SIG Business Meeting and Networking Roundtable During this session the LLC SIG’s annual business meeting will be conducted, followed by a member roundtable to share FLES programs, curricula, pedagogies, and resources, and to discuss FLES research projects that are in the pre-planning or implementation stage. Members are encouraged to bring information and ideas to share. Light snacks/beverages will be provided. Presenter(s): Patricia Davis-Wiley, University of Tennessee, Knoxville; Jo Sanders, Rilke Schule
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Room 501
607 Out of Their Seats! Learning and Movement in LCTL Classrooms Come hear how getting students “out of their seats” can help all students to learn and enjoy reading and writing in your LCTL classes. Participants will discuss, view and experience activities themselves, and leave with detailed instructions for implementing these reading and writing activities and methods in their classrooms. Presenter(s): Jessica L. Haxhi, Maloney Interdistrict Magnet School; Aviva Kadosh, Sinai-Akiba Academy Sponsor(s): ACTFL Less Commonly Taught Languages SIG Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 8 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 101
608 Regional Directors Meeting
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5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Franklin Hall 13
5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon D
609 Writing a Successful ACTFL Proposal
610 ACTFL Teacher Development SIG Business Meeting and Presentation by Greg Duncan
How are proposals for the ACTFL Convention program selected? The ACTFL Program Committee will review the selection criteria and share sample proposals. Participants will have time to begin writing a proposal with guidance from committee members. Time will be allowed for suggestions for improvement from other participants and committee members. Presenter(s): Bridget E. Yaden, Pacific Lutheran University; Thomas Sauer, Fayette County Public Schools; Mary Lynn B. Redmond, Wake Forest University; Jocelyn Davidson Raught, Cactus Shadows High School
Greg Duncan joins SIG members to discuss current practices in language teacher evaluation and development, followed by the Teacher Development SIG business meeting. Presenter(s): Gregory W. Duncan, Interprep, Inc.; Susan A. Hildebrandt, Illinois State University
5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon I
611 ACTFL Arabic SIG Business Meeting and Presentation
Presenter(s): Sanaa Jouejati (Chair), Northwest Ohio Arabic Language Institute (NOALI)
612 Unrehearsed Oral Communication in LCTL Classrooms and Results from Critical Language Scholarship Program Two presentations will be made during this session: Expectations for Unrehearsed Oral Communication in LCTL (Asian) Language Classrooms (Khanzadi, Cheon, Horii, and Wang); and Critical Language Scholarship Program: Results and Implications for the Field (Owen). Presenter(s): Michele Anciaux Aoki (Chair), Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction; Sara Khanzadi, Yunseong Cheon, Sachiko Horii, and Fang Wang, University of Minnesota; Jeanette Owen, American Councils for International Education Sponsor(s): ACTFL Less Commonly Taught Languages SIG Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
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Many articles have appeared that condemn the appalling state in which very few Americans are able to communicate at a nativelike level of language and culture with citizens of other countries. Underlying these articles is the assumption that native-like language competence cannot be acquired in a classroom. While contact with the culture is essential, it is possible—imperative—to assist students through direct instruction. This is what successful language learners repeatedly say.
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The articles in this book present a “smorgasbord” of practices focusing on what must be taught if students are to reach a level approximating the native speaker. The “recipes” for developing high-level proficiency contained in this booklet represent successful practices that in some cases have been used for more than two decades. This is the first time that the information has been distilled into one concise set of formulae for getting from lowlevel to high-level. Institutions of the contributors to this volume include the American Councils for International Education, Bryn Mawr College, Center for Applied Linguistics, Defense Language Institute, Foreign Service Institute, Howard University, Monterey Institute of International Studies, National Foreign Language Center, San Diego State University, Specialized Language Training Center, University of Jordan, University of Kassel (Germany), University of Maryland, University of Pennsylvania, Williams College. Authorial collective: Rajai Rasheed Al-Khanji, James Bernhardt, Gerd Brendel, Tseng Tseng Chang, Dan Davidson, Christian Degueldre, Madeline Ehrman, Surendra Gambhir, Jaiying Howard, Frederick Jackson, Cornelius Kubler, Betty Lou Leaver, Maria Lekič, Natalia Lord, Michael Morrissey, Boris Shekhtman, Kenneth Shepard, Svetlana Sibrina
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The Arabic SIG will conduct its business meeting followed by a presentation titled, Meeting the Challenge: Arabic K–12, Where Are We Heading?
5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Room 501
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613 Enhancing the Service Learning Experience Through Web 2.0 Technologies
616 New Jersey’s Model for High School Reform in World Languages
619 Conquering the Intermediate Proficiency Ceiling Through Cultural Engagement
This presentation will show how blogs, video chats, and social networking sites can facilitate second language (L2) acquisition in and cultural understanding of service learning (SL) experiences. Attendees will receive instruction on how to implement these tools in the SL classroom and are encouraged to bring laptops to the session.
In 2009, the New Jersey Department of Education partnered with ACTFL to conduct a longitudinal study of proficiency growth of 500 high school students. The project aims to determine the impact that a variety of factors have on student proficiency growth.
As graduation and teaching certification requirements demand learners to reach advanced levels of proficiency, helping those “stuck” at the intermediate level is a top priority. This presentation explores the effectiveness of combining short-term cultural and linguistic immersion (typical of most study abroad programs), with a proficiency-focused curriculum, and an enhanced cultural-engagement component (namely, a targeted service learning task). The rationale behind the approach will be discussed, proficiency outcomes will be analyzed, and practical implementation guidelines will be provided.
Presenter(s): Stephanie M. Knouse, Furman University; Francisco Salgado-Robles, University of Kentucky Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
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5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 103 B
614 Inspiring Students to Write Communicatively with Social Tools Social tools such as blogs, wikis, and Facebook support our students’ literacy. By using multimedia (text, images), students become active participants in their classroom communities and beyond. Following a task-based approach, this presentation illustrates how to create collaborative and individual writing tasks that foster FL language development using social media. Presenter(s): Ana R. Oskoz, University of Maryland– Baltimore County; Idoia Elola, Texas Tech University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish
5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 103 C
615 New Media Literacies and Language Learning Language teachers must be conversant with information technology and new media to prepare their students to be truly literate citizens of the world. The presenter will define and discuss “new media literacies” and explore their critical relationship to language teaching and learning with technology. Presenter(s): Sue K. Otto, University of Iowa Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
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Presenter(s): Cheri Quinlan, New Jersey Department of Education Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 104 B
617 Approaches to Teaching Pronunciation in the College-Level Spanish Classroom Intelligibility is vital to communication; therefore, pronunciation must be dealt with in the language classroom. This hands-on session will present a review of current college-level beginner’s Spanish textbooks with regards to pronunciation, and offer suggestions for incorporation of pronunciation into the language classroom regardless of the textbook being used. Presenter(s): Lauren E. Speece, Columbia College Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish
5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 105 A
618 New Media, New Challenges: Dispatches from a 21st Century Classroom This session addresses the educational benefits of using mass media in language and literature classes. Panelists will present concrete ways in which old media (films) and new media technologies (blogs, social networks, and collaborative web-based platforms) might reshape the traditional classroom and enhance students’ learning process. Presenter(s): Barbara Garbin (Chair), Skidmore College; Michael Farina, Carol Chiodo, and Mattia Acetoso, Yale University Sponsor(s): AATI Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Presenter(s): Jorge H. Cubillos, University of Delaware Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish
5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 106 A
620 Social Issues and Cultural Awareness in Language Teaching To develop cultural competency, students should be encouraged not to look at culture as merely information. The panel examines methodologies and best practices that enable students at different levels to discuss social issues exclusively in the target language. Presenter(s): James M. Fortney and Veronica Vegna, University of Chicago; Chiara M. Fabbian, University of Illinois Sponsor(s): AATI Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Italian
5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 106 B
621 Incontro con Gli Autori: III Each author will speak about his/her book. Body of State. The Moro Affair. A Nation Divided. (MariniMaio); A Comparative Study of the Effectiveness of Task-Based Versus Traditional Instruction of Intermediate Italian (Means); Scrittura, riscrittura, autosegesi. Voci autoriali intorno all’epoca in volgare (Ricci) Presenter(s): Anthony Mollica (Chair); Nicoletta Marini-Maio, Dickinson College; Tom Means, Borough of Manhattan Community College, CUNY; Roberta Ricci, Bryn Mawr College Sponsor(s): AATI Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English, Italian Applicable Language(s): Italian
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5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 108 B
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622 Multimedia Pedagogy in the Italian Classroom
625 Culture in Secondary and Postsecondary Education: Where Are We Now?
628 Glitter and Gold: Teaching the 3 Ps with Japanese Craft Projects
This session will offer ideas and itineraries to present culture and grammar in the classroom through the use of multimedia technology. The presenters will each propose unique successful pedagogical examples based around multimedia that incorporate grammar and culture. Activities are aimed at the development of students’ linguistic and cultural knowledge. Presenter(s): Annalisa Mosca (Chair), Purdue University; Antonietta Di Pietro, Florida International University; Tiziana Serafini, University of Wisconsin-Madison Sponsor(s): AATI Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: Italian Applicable Language(s): All
623 Many Perspectives: Fostering Cultural Knowledge in Reading and Writing Activities Understanding the perspectives of target cultures is an important objective of studying languages. This session presents reading and writing activities that feature viewpoints of Spanish speakers to facilitate culture learning and language practice. Attendees will learn strategies to help students engage with Hispanic cultures by reading, interpreting, and creating texts. Presenter(s): Carol A. Klee, University of Minnesota; Lynn Pearson, Bowling Green State University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish
5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 108 A
624 Music as Instructional Vehicle in Studies of Language and Culture Culture/language join within culturally authentic music. As students participate and engage in language/culture simultaneously, these understandings are integrated into students’ lived experiences (Dewey, 1910). These offer learners particular vehicles for carrying learning beyond the classroom. This session offers hands-on examples for making this multi-disciplinary language/ culture/arts approach relevant and effective. Presenter(s): Clydia R. Forehand, University of Oklahoma Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Presenter(s): Jose L. Suarez-Garcia and Frederique M. Grim, Colorado State University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English, French, Italian, Spanish Applicable Language(s): French, Italian, Spanish
5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 109 A
626 AATJ Panel Presentation II: A Vision for Japanese Education in the U.S.: Articulation, Collaboration, and Innovation This session features a presentation entitled A Vision for Japanese Education in the U.S.: Articulation, Collaboration, and Innovation Presenter(s): Yasu-Hiko Tohsaku (Chair), University of California; Sufumi So, George Mason University Sponsor(s): AATJ Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Japanese
5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 109 B
627 Boleros as Sentimental Repertoire: Towards Translingual and Transcultural Competence After an introduction to the bolero, participants listen to a famous bolero and discuss a learning scenario specifically designed to develop the translingual and transcultural competence of Spanish students at the intermediate/advanced level. Particular attention will be paid to activities that promote the self-conscious interpretation of boleros as cultural templates. Presenter(s): Paulo Boero, Belmont University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish
Presenter(s): Thomas Thomas Sones, Richmond Public School Sponsor(s): AATJ Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 110 B
629 Articulating Online Resources for Thematic Units in the Japanese Classroom This session presents Japanese thematic lessons with use of online resources, which allows students to enjoy learning, increase curiosity toward its culture, and promote the development of four language skills. Using PowerPoint, video clips, and audacity, the presenters will demonstrate how the lessons are articulated and implemented for different levels. Presenter(s): Yasuko Makita-Discekici, Glenbrook South High School; Yukiko Y. Schrock, Whitney Young Magnet High School; Jeung-hee Park, Northside College Preparatory High School Sponsor(s): AATJ Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Japanese
5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 111 A
630 Strategies to Build Membership in State Organizations Trying to find ways to increase membership in your state organization? This presentation offers successful and concrete ideas used by the Michigan World Language Association. It also provides an opportunity to network and share ideas. Meet and talk with ACTFL’s Director of Membership. Come share and learn with your peers! Presenter(s): Irma Torres, Oakland Schools; Jennie Frazier, East Grand Rapids HS; Howie Berman, ACTFL Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
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This presentation will share results from a survey on how instructors from secondary and postsecondary education integrate culture into their teaching. Concrete suggestions and activities will be given to show how the integration of culture can be done in fun, yet challenging ways for beginning learners.
Craft projects are fun, but through meaningful instruction can also be powerful tools for teaching the 3 Ps. Let’s examine fun and unique projects, discuss practical implemetation and assessment, and share available resources. Examples will be from Japanese culture, but the methods are global and applicable for all levels, including high school.
Daily Program 5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 111 B
5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 113 A
631 Encouraging Communication for All Learners with Collaborative Tasks
634 La Letra con Risa Entra: Building Listening Skills Through Humor
Communication is the organizing principle of foreign language instruction. The new generation of socially active learners needs more opportunities to work together to improve language proficiency. The interactive, hands-on session demonstrates how simple structured collaborative tasks address the interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational modes of communication and consider individual learning styles. Presenter(s): Tatiana Sildus, Pittsburg State University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
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SATURday, November 17, 2012
5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 112 A
632 The Transformation from Language Learner to Language User Focusing on learner autonomy in the process of acquiring language communication skills can remarkably advance a learner’s language proficiency. This session will discuss how to apply a teaching method that combines technology and the use of authentic material to advance a learner’s acquisition and expression of the target language. Presenter(s): Crystal Chang and Peiju Chang, Defense Language Institute Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 112 B
633 The Empowered Learner: Harnessing Proficiency Standards as Tools for Self-Diagnosis Session cancelled by presenter
CLTA Celebrates 50th Anniversary The Chinese Language Teachers Association (CLTA) marks its 50th Anniversary in 2012 and is planning several special events at the convention to commemorate this major milestone. ACTFL congratulates CLTA on this important accomplishment!
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This session will create an environment that includes laughter in the target language. When students realize they “got” a joke, a bridge is made as they connect language in context and build listening skills. Hear some appropriate jokes, wordplay, improvisation games and see how “la letra con risa entra.” Presenter(s): William Brown, Institute of Notre Dame Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: Spanish Applicable Language(s): Spanish
5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 113 B
635 The Engaged World Language Classroom Participants will learn that every teacher can create a classroom environment in which engagement is the norm and not the exception. In this session teachers will experience concrete strategies that will have an immediate, positive impact on student engagement. Presenter(s): Bettye Edgington and Bhavani Parpia, Hurst-Euless-Bedford ISD Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 113 C
636 Want Proficient Students at Reasonable Cost? Consider Dual Language Programs! Presenters share research on Dual Language Programs and how models were created based on needs of various Georgia communities. They highlight steps for implementation, including planning, hiring, training, assessment and curriculum development and selection of materials, and showcase how an annual summit for sharing across districts was created. Presenter(s): Marcia A. Spielberger; Jon Valentine, Georgia Department of Education Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
ACTFL Research Priority 5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 114 Lecture Hall
637 ACTFL Research Priority Area #5: High-Leverage Teaching Practices Attendees will discuss and share preliminary ideas on research possibilities for studies that address questions in this priority area, such as: What recurrent practices do high-performing FL teachers use that might be considered as potential HLTPs for inclusion in teacher preparation programs? How do learner outcomes in a standards-based curriculum compare to outcomes in programs that follow more traditional curricular models? Presenter(s): Richard Donato, University of Pittsburgh; Judith E. Liskin-Gasparro, University of Iowa Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 115 A
638 Strategies to Enhance WL Instruction in the 21st Century Classroom This interactive session focuses on assisting teachers in successfully implementing the 21st Century World Language Standards. The presenters discuss current trends in 21st century education. They also provide teachers with research-based strategies and crossdisciplinary examples that will promote discussion among participants and enhance student learning in the classroom. Presenter(s): Viviana Muriel de Bonafede, The Detroit School of Arts Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Daily Program
SATURday, November 17, 2012
5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 115 B
5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 117
5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 118 C
639 Blended Learning: Curriculum Design for Today’s Students
642 Making the Most of Teacher Candidate Field Experiences
This presentation draws on experiences delivering a Chinese STARTALK program with three-way blended instruction to illustrate advantages of blended learning and a proposed framework for thoughtful selection of content and activities for each instructional mode that leads to an integrated, expanded, and exciting blended learning experience for 21st century learners.
Candidate field experiences during methods courses are critical opportunities to develop teaching skills that can be enhanced through prior training. This session targets observation of other teachers as well as subtle aspects of preparation that may be overlooked by professionals who are accustomed to dynamics in the schools.
645 Meaningful Interpersonal Dialogue: How to Get Our Kids Talking For Real
Presenter(s): Sheree Willis (Chair), Yao Tu, and Yuan Lu, University of Kansas; AI Shi, CLTA Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 115 C
Need some strategies for teaching your own target language? Come to this session and participate in more than 20 engaging activities that will enhance your students’ learning experiences and provide you with ideas for reaching and teaching all your students. A handout with all activities will be given to participants. Presenter(s): Janel Lafond-Paquin, Rogers High School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 116
641 Learners Collaborating: Let’s Change the Learning World! A session for the learning radicals! Opportunities for individualized student learning are exploding all around us, yet the system clings to crippling structures. Your students can collaborate with others from almost every country. Join other radical thinkers and take initial steps for change. Any teacher, any language. Let’s do this! Presenter(s): Thomas Welch Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 118 A
643 Lessons Learned: The New AP Language and Culture Exams The Chief Readers of the AP German and Italian Language and Culture programs will share the results of the first redesigned exam administration. Participants will learn about student performance in the freeresponse section of the exams and about how to use the scoring guidelines to inform their assessments. Presenter(s): Juan Carlos Morales (Chair), The College Board; Johanna Watzinger-Tharp, University of Utah; Frank Nuessel, University of Louisville Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English, German, Italian Applicable Language(s): German, Italian
5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 118 B
644 Spotlight on Proficiency: World Language Showcase and Gala Event The World Language Showcase and Gala is a network of statewide events designed to certify and demonstrate students’ communicative and intercultural competencies. This session explains what happens at the Showcase and outlines the process for creating such an event, from focus groups and vision statement to participant training and implementation. Presenter(s): Susann M. Davis (Chair), Western Kentucky University; Tamara Caudill, Kentucky World Language Association Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Presenter(s): Dana Pilla; Glennysha Jurado-Moran, Edison Public Schools Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish
5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 119 A
646 K–5 Curriculum and Resources: An Adaptable Model for Instruction K–5 language teachers are often left to their own devices when planning instruction for their youngest learners. This session will equip participants with a thematic Spanish-language curriculum that can be easily adapted to other languages, and sample lesson plans and assessments that will illustrate specific instruction within the proposed curriculum. Presenter(s): Lori Crawford-Dixon (Chair), Ann Loughery, Jeannine DiCarlantonio, and Michele Monk, University of Notre Dame; Tara Carey, Christ the King School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 8 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 119 B
647 Meeting a National Need: Collaborative, Online K–8 Teacher Preparation The diminished availability of K–8 foreign language methods courses in a Midwest state inspired the move to an online format. Invitations to collaborate by providing a presentation in their area of expertise were accepted by 14 leaders in the K–8 profession, making this new course a unique and powerful model. Presenter(s): Marcia H. Rosenbusch, National K–12 Foreign Language Resource Center; Julio Rodriguez, Iowa State University; Lori Langer de Ramirez, The Dalton School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
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640 Engaging Activities for All Learners
Presenter(s): Eduardo Valerio (Chair), Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania; Steven Klebacha; Douglas J. Madenford, Central Mountain High School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
In this session, you will learn how to make speaking prompts that encourage interpersonal dialogue and how to assess speaking samples with novice-high and intermediate-low interpersonal rubrics. You will come away with new ideas to encourage spontaneous meaningful dialogue to move your students through the novice-high level.
Daily Program 5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 120 A
5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 121 A
5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 122 A
648 Tired of the Textbook! Alternatives for Upper-Level German Classes
651 Jüdisches und türkisches Leben in Berlin: Damals und heute
Not happy with many of the textbooks available for upper-level German courses? This session will present and outline units which are completely independent of the typical textbooks and can be updated regularly to stay current.
The presence of Jewish and Turkish communities in Berlin has done much to shape our thinking about that city’s past, present, and future. Materials, including video footage developed during the 2011 Neuer Blick Seminar, will introduce session attendees to historical frameworks and new cultural perspectives on these two groups.
654 Cognition, Chinese Pedagogical Grammar and Language Processing
Presenter(s): Lauren K. Jannotta (Chair), Hempfield School District; Gabriele Eichmanns, Carnegie Mellon University; Rosmarie Morewedge, State University of New York; Christiane Frederickson, IBiS/KLETT Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): German
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SATURday, November 17, 2012
Presenter(s): Margaret Hampton (Chair), Earlham College; Nicole Grewling, Shippensburg University; Iris Bork-Goldfield, Wesleyan University Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English, German Applicable Language(s): German
5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 120 B
5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 121 B
649 “1968 Movement” in Germany: A Content-Based Language Learning Experience
652 The Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR; GER; CCER; MCER)
The “1968 movement” in Germany serves as the cultural context for two learning units with a focus on the “Hausbesetzerszene,” the student movement, and the RAF. Participants will engage both text and film and pursue reading, listening, and viewing assignments. (In German)
This workshop introduces teachers and administrators to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
Presenter(s): Miranda Emre, New York University; Irene Motyl-Mudretzkyj, Barnard College Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: German Applicable Language(s): German
5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 120 C
650 Linking German Language Teaching to Broader Movements in Higher Education Charting Graduate Student Teaching Development Through Exploratory Practice (Crane); Restorative Pedagogy: Teaching About the German Past in American Prisons (Pinkert); Transformative Learning Through German Hip Hop (Sosulski) Presenter(s): Corinne Crane and Anke Pinkert, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Michael Sosulski, Kalamazoo College Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): German
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Presenter(s): Peter Rosenbaum, Bjoern Technau, and Sybille Rinkert-Garcia, Goethe-Institut New York; Brian North, Eurocentres - Foundation for Language and Educational Centres Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English, German Applicable Language(s): German
5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 121 C
653 Issues on Teaching Culture and Classical Chinese These papers investigate different approaches to teaching Chinese culture, including integration of cultural heritages such as Mazu belief and the Dragon boat festival in the classroom, and using WebQuest for Chinese culture learning. The session also addresses teaching Classical Chinese to benefit modern Chinese, and identifies some flaws in common approaches to teaching Classical Chinese. Raising Culture-Awareness by Integrating Mazu-belief into the Chinese Language Classroom (Huang); WebQuest Approach for Thematic Chinese Culture Learning (Jin); Teaching Shumianyu: Materials, Methods, and the Relevance of Classical Chinese (Wang) Presenter(s): Shao-Ying Huang (Chair), National Chengchi University; Wenhua Jin, Clark University; Yu-lin Wang, Yale University Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All
These papers introduce models for teaching Chinese grammar based on constructive and meta-cognitive theories, and on cognitive linguistics. Also presented will be a study of the impact of working memory capacity on L1 influence in Chinese language production and comprehension. From Cognitive Linguistics to Chinese Pedagogical Grammar (Chief); A Constructive Model on Grammar Teaching (Roth); Cross-Linguistic Similarities and Working Memory Capacities on Chinese Language Processing (Tao) Presenter(s): Liang Tao (Chair), Ohio University; Liancheng Chief; Peiyu Roth Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 122 B
655 Effective Ways for Adapting Appropriate Chinese Teaching Materials The presenters will discuss Chinese teaching materials and provide criteria and suggestions on how to select and adapt authentic teaching materials for K–12 classrooms. The presenters will also speak about the pedagogy and philosophy behind the development of these materials. Participants will learn ways of incorporating these materials into everyday teaching. Presenter(s): Dali Tan (Chair), Northern Virginia Community College; Bing Liu, Hanban/Confucius Institute Headquarters, China Sponsor(s): CLASS Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English, Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 123
656 Business Chinese Textbooks and Students’ Needs The art of teaching Business Chinese has both benefited and been made more complex by the various teaching resources available. Consequently, instruction textbooks have been on the rise. The panel will address how to overcome these complexities of the abundance of teaching materials in maximizing student learning as guided by three specific textbooks. Presenter(s): Jane Kuo (Chair), University of California, San Diego; Daoxiong Guan, University of California, Santa Barbara; Qinghai Chen, University of Michigan Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
Daily Program
SATURday, November 17, 2012
5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 124
5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 126 B
657 Strategies to Empower Students’ Advanced Writing Skills
660 Eliciting TA Feedback to Enhance TA Training and Curricular Decision-Making
Included in this session are studies of various approaches to enhancing advanced-level writing skills, including effective strategies for critique and correction, improving students’ ability to plan and organize their thoughts, and the exposition of writing techniques and extended sentence patterns used in example texts. Pedagogical Strategies for Enhancing Students’ Writing Skills at Advanced Levels (Liang); Self-Regulation in CFL Composition Writing (Shen); The Importance of Composition Critique and Correction in Advanced Writing (Tang) Presenter(s): Hsin-Hsin Liang (Chair), University of Virginia; Yan Shen, UCLA; Le Tang, Stanford University Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Professionalism, Research, The Learner Applicable Level(s): All
658 Teaching Chinese in the Culture This session explores ways to sustain an interactive target language environment and assist learners to achieve higher proficiency levels in Chinese through a contextualized performance model. Presenter(s): Eric Shepherd (Chair), Xizhen Qin, and Qiong Wu, University of South Florida Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Chinese
5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 126 A
659 Mobile Technology: How Can It Facilitate Language Proficiency? Some mobile apps for language learning merely mimic mechanical drills. However, language learners need to create their sentences and interact with others in order to achieve intermediate proficiency or higher. Participants will be invited to evaluate mobile apps to decide how they can be used for creative output and interaction. Presenter(s): Junko Yamamoto, Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania Sponsor(s): PSMLA Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): French, Japanese, Latin, Spanish
Presenter(s): Holly Nibert, Western Michigan University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
7:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Room 411
663 The Leadership Workshop Reunion by the Japan Foundation, Los Angeles Event cancelled
7:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon H
6:45 p.m. – 8:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 109 A
661 AATJ Reception
662 Reception/Buffet—Celebrating Teachers of Arabic, Qatar Foundation International
664 Special Event for Teachers of German Join AATG in recognizing the 2012 Award Winners! The awards presentation will be followed by a performance by Philipp Scharri, Kabarettist, Poetry Slammer, Performance Poet, and Author of Der Klügere gibt Nachhilfe: Sprachakrobatik für alle Lebenslagen. Philipp Scharri’s performance will be followed by a reception.
Join us Saturday, November 17th for a Special Evening for Teachers of German! Awards Presentation 7:30 pm Marriott Hotel Grand Ballroom, Salon H
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5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 125
Typically, feedback about the TA training process is collected through one-time, end-of-term evaluations for the methods course. This session presents examples of TA surveys given at various stages of the training process, to illustrate how a bottom-up approach can inform training decisions and bring about curricular improvements.
7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Franklin Hall 5-6
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7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 101
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 102 B
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 103 C
665 AATJ Board Meeting
669 Portuguese for the Professions: Policy, Design, and Strategies
7:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon D
Portuguese has become a critical professional tool for students preparing to function effectively and appropriately in Lusophone environments. This session addresses issues in policy, models of curriculum design, and implementation strategies related to the teaching and learning of Portuguese for professional purposes. Handouts will be available.
672 Language Leaper: Facilitating Early Learning with Interactive Media/Blended Delivery
666 ACTFL Board of Directors Meeting 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon B/C
667 Learn with NADSFL—The FL Repair Station: Interactive Training for Instructional Success Ongoing professional development is essential for long-term improvement of instruction and change. Participants will interact with four Google Wiki modules, designed to provide practical interaction with instructional videos and analysis, plus follow-up lesson planning support across the 5 Cs. Participants will become experienced in using an online interactive site dedicated to helping them repair, polish, expand, or support continuous development of FL instructional skills.
Presenter(s): Maria Antonia Cowles (Chair) and Mercia S. Flannery, University of Pennsylvania; Lyris Wiedemann, Stanford University; Ana Isabel S. Delgado, Johns Hopkins University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 103 A
670 Integrating International Video Chat into the Foreign Language Curriculum
Presenter(s): Robert E. Robison, Ohio State University Sponsor(s): NADSFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
How do you practice conversation, bring a target culture to life, and increase student motivation without leaving the classroom? Instructors from partner universities in the U.S. and Mexico share how to integrate video chat into the curriculum. Face-to-face, real-time international communication in foreign language classrooms is easier than you think!
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 102 A
Presenter(s): Tasha N. Lewis and Holly A. Schneider, Loyola University; Francisco Javier Barron Serrano, Iinstituto Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
668 Play and Learn: Favorite Activities to Engage Young Language Learners This session will show successful activities to engage young learners in a meaningful way. Activities that will stimulate oral and written language, transitional activities and activities designed to strengthen homeschool relationship. Through interactive demonstration, participants will leave with excitement and inspiration.
671 Using PowerPoint to Increase Target Language Usage Learn how to create daily slide shows to cue students, guide vocabulary usage in context, extend paired practices, and maximize audio, video and textbook accessories. Create a no-transition, seamless class with examples from ninth grade Spanish I and PowerPoints. Sorry, no review games included, just daily inspirational teaching ideas. Presenter(s): Ellen Bernard Shrager, A Teachers Voice (formerly A Second Language for All) Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
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Presenter(s): Robert Crawford and Debora L. Nicholson, West Virginia Dept. of Education; Lynn Thompson, Center for Applied Linguistics Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 8 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 104 A
673 Presentational Language: Learner Development and Assessment in Second-Year College Programs This session examines ongoing efforts to foster presentational language (PL) in second-year French, German, and Spanish programs, including curricular design, authentic materials, accompanying activities, and assessments. Key concepts include PL development, scaffolding, the process approach, the role of group dynamics, and PL use contrasted in prepared versus extemporaneous speech. Presenter(s): Elizabeth Bernhardt (Chair), Alice Miano, Paul J. Nissler, and Heather L. Howard, Stanford University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 104 B
674 Facilitating Connections Between L1 and L2: Does It Influence L2 Learning? In this session, presenters will discuss a study in which they explored whether or not teaching connections between L1 and L2 influences L2 learning. Presenters will share activities used to increase students’ awareness of previous L1 knowledge and to enhance student’s ability to relate that knowledge to the L2. Presenter(s): Teresa Roig-Torres, Angie Woods, and Angel Anorga, University of Cincinnati Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
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Presenter(s): Marcela Summerville, Spanish Workshop for Children, LLC; Ana M. Lomba, Ana Lomba Early Languages LLC Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 8 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 103 B
This session introduces the FLAP-funded West Virginia Language Leaper program. Participants will explore the early language learning program that merges media content with a facilitated and blended delivery model. Learn about the program and how to harness technology to support promising instructional practices in a blended delivery classroom.
Daily Program 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 105 B
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 108 B
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 111 A
675 Exploring Student Proficiency Outcomes: Nationwide Assessment Database Available to Researchers
678 Creating Dynamic, Flexible, Compelling Language Programs (with Only One Professor)
682 Excel with Best Practices in Teaching Arabic!
Which language program models are most effective? What learning outcomes are typical with multiple years of study? Proficiency assessment results from students in over 400 U.S. schools are presented. These demonstrate how users can explore their own specific questions about student outcomes using an online database and free analysis tools. Presenter(s): Linda B. Forrest, Center for Applied Second Language Studies Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 107 B
676 Transforming Travel Experiences into Classroom Lessons Session cancelled by presenter
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 108 A
677 Cultivating the 5 Cs During Study Abroad: Test-Casing Sustainability This session posits the theme of sustainability as a natural fit for the study abroad context. Reporting on a summer immersion program in France, it provides a framework for the humanities to develop sustainabilityrelated courses, and elaborates on the development of intercultural competence by intermediate learners of French. Presenter(s): Lucile Duperron, Dickinson College Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): French
SUNday November 18, 2012
sunday, November 18, 2012
Learn More About the All-New ACTFL.org ACTFL’s website (www.actfl.org) has recently been completely redesigned and updated. There will be an ongoing demo of all the new features at ACTFL Central during the convention. Come learn more about our online presence and how it serves ACTFL members.
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Single-faculty programs are only disadvantageous if they try to emulate the design of large, multi-faculty programs. This session explains how one college redesigned its French and German curricula to capitalize on their small size and, in the process, reinvigorated these programs. Presenter(s): Patricia K. Calkins and Sharon Wilkinson, Simpson College Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 109 A
679 AATJ Paper Presentations V Impact of Different Types of Dyadic Interaction in JFL Classrooms (Takahashi); Value and Issues of Cooperative Language Learning Across Proficiency Levels (Yonemoto and Senoo) Presenter(s): Nobuaki Takahashi, Elizabethtown College; Kazuhiro Yonemoto and Yasuko Senoo, McGill University Sponsor(s): AATJ Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: Japanese Applicable Language(s): Japanese
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 109 B
680 Effective Use of Specialists in an Immersion Setting Discover strategies for empowering English-speaking music, physical education, and art teachers in language acquisition. Immersion schools can use their specialists as a resource for supporting students’ advancement in both English and the target language. Come ready to play and leave ready to teach! Presenter(s): Sarah Henning, Yinghua Academy Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 8 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 110 A
681 AATJ Paper Presentations VI Instruction to Improve How to Express Affective Stance in Narrative (Tanno); Enhancing Japanese Oral Communication in Practicum via Thematic Approach (Furuhata-Turner) Presenter(s): Koji Tanno, Eastern Michigan University; Hamako Furuhata-Turner, University of Mount Union Sponsor(s): AATJ Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: Japanese Applicable Language(s): Japanese
The main objective of this session is to help teachers extend their professional knowledge of best practices in delivering successful Arabic lessons. Teachers will develop better insight to identify students’ needs, conduct performance assessment, and use the target language. They will also receive samples of standardsbased curriculum and teaching materials. Presenter(s): Wafa Hassan, Michigan State University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English, Arabic Applicable Language(s): All
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 111 B
683 National/International Standards for Language Assessment & Training: ASTM F43 & ACTFL ASTM Main Committee F43, “Language Services and Products,” is the forum for the $15 billion U.S. language enterprise to develop standards as it grows. Academic institutions, associations, and government agencies established F43 in 2011. We describe F43, ACTFL’s role, and standards underway in F43 and the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). Presenter(s): William P. Rivers, JNCL-NCLIS Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 112 A
684 Validating the Use of Can-Do Self-Assessments This session examines the use of self-assessments with U.S. Air Force officers. Two self-assessment measures—a brief nine-point scale and one based on the ILR self-assessments—were compared with DLPT scores. The presenters discuss the validity of using selfassessment scores for low stakes and policy decisions. Presenter(s): Jennifer J. Li and Chaitra M. Hardison, Rand Corporation Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Daily Program
sunday, November 18, 2012
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 112 B
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 113 C
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 118 C
685 From Process to Product: Writing from Level 1 to AP
688 Using Authentic Spoken Language to Improve Foreign Language Listening
691 Engaging Reluctant Learners: 21st Century Communication and Collaboration
In order to comprehend language spoken in the real world, learners need to be exposed to real-world spoken language in the FL classroom. This session will identify essential characteristics of authentic spoken discourse and demonstrate how oral texts can be integrated into instructional design to prepare learners for real-world communication.
Do you struggle to implement collaborative, communicative activities with some of your learners? This session provides concrete strategies for engaging learners with disabilities or low motivation in all languages and levels in communicative, collaborative and technologybased activities that support language proficiency and acquisition of critical 21st century skills.
Presenter(s): Elvis Wagner and Paul Toth, Temple University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Presenter(s): Beth Wassell, Rowan University; Luzbette S. Rojas, Clearview Regional High School/ Wilmington University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English, Spanish Applicable Language(s): All
Who said the only place to learn to write was Language Arts class? L2 students need guidance in the process of producing effective written communication. Topics include teaching pre-writing strategies, organizing ideas for integrated skills, and utilizing transitional phrases from week one. Step-by-step activities available for Spanish, French, and English. Presenter(s): Moya Marks, The Bolles School; Cathy V. Soud; Adriana Stam Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, ESL/ESOL
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 113 A
686 The Wiki in the Curriculum: Setting Challenges and Meeting Standards Wiki projects can be integrated into the world languages curriculum to set increasingly higher challenges as students advanced through the curriculum. In addition, wiki projects can engage students in meeting four of the five standards for foreign language learning in the 21st century: Communication, Cultures, Connections, and Communities. Presenter(s): Benjamin Rifkin, The College of New Jersey; Cori Anderson, Princeton University; Irina Yampolskaya, Bryn Mawr College Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 113 B
687 Trends and Best Practices in World Language Assessment K–16
Presenter(s): Margaret Malone and Lynn E. Thompson, Center for Applied Linguistics Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
689 What Happens When Pre-K–20 Teachers Share Their Unit Plans? The variety of language program models inhibits teachers’ conversations about program expectations and articulation among levels. This presentation shows how standards-based performance assessments provide a common language for Arabic, Chinese, Italian and Spanish teachers in Pre-K, middle, high school and university-level programs for discussing curriculum, instruction and assessment. Presenter(s): Ursula Lentz, Minnesota Department of Education; Donna L. Clementi Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 118 B
690 National Spanish and Portuguese Examinations: Standards-Based Assessments Using Online Technology
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 119 A
692 Can Language Fluency Get Your Students into Their Dream College? Global competencies, including mastery of world languages, are highly valued by universities. A panel of experts will address how globally minded students can distinguish themselves in the admissions process by demonstrating facility with languages and cultures. The session will also explore resources and tools available to students to demonstrate these competencies. Presenter(s): Carrie Friedman, The College Board Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 119 B
693 The Efficacious Toolbox: An Integrative Approach to Cultural Competence
This session will focus on the content and administration of the National Spanish and Portuguese Examinations, the most widely used standardized tests of Spanish and Portuguese in the United States. We will discuss exam content, how the exams measure proficiency and achievement, test administration procedures and the online practice materials.
Technological developments have revolutionized the teaching of cultural competence. Students can directly engage global cultures through a diverse range of multidisciplinary, interactive media. This session presents ways in which technology can permeate the entire second language acquisition process—from placement tests to everyday course content and student assessment.
Presenter(s): Kevin Cessna-Buscemi, National Spanish Examinations Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Portuguese, Spanish
Presenter(s): Jane E. Marcus-Delgado, College of Staten Island/ CUNY Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
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Participants will learn about trends and best practices in world language assessment and discuss implications for their own program or classroom contexts. Presenters will highlight current world language assessment resources and sample assessments available for different languages, proficiency levels and age groups.
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 118 A
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8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 121 A
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 122 A
694 Zero to 300: AP Articulation from the Beginning
697 Integrating Türkisch für Anfänger in Third-Year German: “Voll krass mutig, ey!”
700 Promote Professional Development Through Three Dynamic Models
This session presents a third-year German course at the college level using the German soap opera Türkisch für Anfänger as a tool to discuss current topics in German culture, for example, perception and inclusion of foreigners into German society, representation of women and men, and new family models.
The panel presents three dynamic and easily adaptable professional development models, addressing the crucial needs of instructors for innovation in approaches to teaching and continued growth. The models incorporate new teaching and learning theories into localized teaching practices and will be introduced with concrete examples and through interactions with audience.
To share instructional procedures which prepare students in a program that ends with the AP exam. Exposure to the six themes from the beginning while assessing language through the three communication modes. Using authentic materials while connecting appropriately to Bloom’s Taxonomy in the various levels must become routine practice. Presenter(s): Linda Zins-Adams (Chair), Highlands High School; Debra W. Mol, DODEA-Europe; Adam Levine, T.C. Williams High School; Andrew Whitlock, AATG Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): German
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 120 B
695 Reinvigorating the College German Curriculum Through Texts
Presenter(s): Regina Christiane Range and Katharina Kley, University of Iowa Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): German
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 121 B
698 Short and Sweet: Animated Short Films in the German Language Classroom
Discover how a text-centered curriculum can reinvigorate a language program. At Franklin & Marshall College, texts and films lie at the center of every course, including silent films in the first semester. The German faculty will share its experiences in a multi-year curricular revision, along with syllabi and classroom-ready materials.
Students today are immersed in animation. Tapping right into people’s fascination with this art form, participants will explore ideas on how to make the use of animation short films relevant to language learners. Activities presented help students become engaged viewers thereby enhancing their language skills and appreciation of German culture.
Presenter(s): Jennifer Redmann, Curt Bentzel, Karen Campbell, and Cecile Zorach, Franklin & Marshall College Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): German
Presenter(s): Detlef Gericke-Schoenhagen, GoetheInstitut Boston; Julia Koch, Goethe-Institut Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: German Applicable Language(s): German
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 120 C
696 German Summer Schools in the U.S.: Methods and Models
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This panel explores how the major German Summer Schools promote German language, literature and culture within their institutional and geographic contexts. While all schools share this common goal, target audiences, methodology and approach, size and co-curricular activities as well as the availability of financial aid vary considerably among the schools. Presenter(s): Eva Marquardt (Chair), Goethe-Institut New York; Steven Fuller, Deutsche Sommerschule am Pazifik; Norbert Hedderich, University of Rhode Island; Burkhard Henke, Davidson College; Doris Kirchner, Middlebury College German School; Susanne Nimmrichter, Millersville University; Katrin Schroeter, University of New Mexico; Reinhard Zachau, Sewanee: The University of the South Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English, German Applicable Language(s): German
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8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 121 C
699 Enhancing CFL Learners’ Understanding of Language Use Through Scenarios This panel explores the use of creative and realistic scenarios as an effective means to help CFL learners achieve in-depth understanding of how the Chinese language is used in real life. Each presenter will adopt a unique perspective to illustrate how to incorporate various types of scenarios into CFL pedagogy. Presenter(s): Wen-hua Teng and Shaohua Guo, University of Texas at Austin; Fei Ren, Georgetown University Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
Presenter(s): Zhenlin Qiao, Heping Xu, and Yi Long, Defense Language Institute Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English, Chinese Applicable Language(s): All
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 122 B
701 Enhancing Thematic Units by Using Stations: Examples from Immersion In this session, the presenters will share their experiences designing and using interactive stations to enhance content-based Chinese thematic units. The presenters will demonstrate how stations can make curriculum interactive and engaging. Participants will learn practical approaches to increase students’ language proficiency and content knowledge by seeing many examples. Presenter(s): Kathleen Wang and Aiping Dong, Pioneer Valley Chinese Immersion Charter School Sponsor(s): CLASS Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English, Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 123
702 Teaching Materials and Strategies for Effective Chinese Learning These papers propose materials and strategies for Chinese learning, including an approach to textbook design that advocates presenting grammatical structures in a concept-based manner, a method for integrating interactive activities in the teaching of beginning Chinese, and factors to consider when discriminating near-synonyms between Chinese and English. Designing Concept-Based Chinese as Foreign Language Textbook (Lai); Integrated Approach to Teach “Integrated Chinese” at the Elementary Level (Teng); Discriminating Synonyms and Near-Synonyms for CSL/ CFL (Zhang) Presenter(s): Jin Zhang (Chair), Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Wei Lai, Queensborough Community College; Chunhong Teng, Michigan State Univeristy Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
Daily Program
sunday, November 18, 2012
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 124
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 125
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 126 A
703 Motivation and Learning Strategies in CFL Students
704 The Use of Video in Teaching and Learning Chinese
705 The Latest in Technology/Websites for French Teachers
These papers investigate issues related to student motivation in learning Chinese. The presentations will discuss how motivation is affected by experiences with an online learning community, teacher support, and other learning experiences: CFL Students’ Motivation and Experience of a Technology Project (Cai and Zhu) and Motivation in CFL: The Variance from Learning Experience (Cheng and Zhang)
These papers investigate several ways in which video and YouTube materials can be used to improve Chinese language learning, through viewing and analyzing these materials, and through student production of video skits as a tool to both practice and exhibit language proficiency. Task-Based Video Materials Used in Chinese Teaching (Liang); Using YouTube for TaskBased Activities in Advanced Chinese Classes (Wang); Assessing Student Proficiency Through the Use of Video Skit Projects (Kang and Speidel)
This session highlights web resources and technologies that enrich the teaching of French. An assortment of 2.0 technology tools that energize teaching and connect with students are demonstrated. A variety of websites that provide a substantial amount of authentic materials that address the six themes of language learning are featured.
Presenter(s): Shengrong Cai (Chair), Wright State University; Wei Zhu, University of South Florida Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
Presenter(s): Wol A Kang (Chair) and Kirsten Speidel, Swarthmore College; Ninghui Liang, Yale University; Dan Wang, Duke University Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
Presenter(s): Edward Weiss, Haverford Township School District Sponsor(s): PSMLA Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: French Applicable Language(s): French
Visit the Exhibit Hall The ACTFL World Languages Expo is located in Exhibit Halls D & E of the Pennsylvania Convention Center. The Expo is open Friday, 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.; Saturday 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; and Sunday 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Come visit our more than 250 exhibitors offering information on the latest education products, services and technologies for language education.
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The Ideal Guide for New Teachers!
The Keys To The Classroom
A basic manual to help new language teachers find their way
THE KEys to the Classroom
A basic manual to help new language teachers find their way
by Paula Patrick
Excellent reference guide for methods students! Great gift idea! • Perfect manual for new faculty members!
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Written by experienced language educator Paula Patrick, this 96-page book offers detailed guidelines to help new classroom teachers gain confidence and direction as they begin their teaching careers. In addition to step-by-step strategies for everything from classroom organization to navigating Back-to-school Night, the book includes sample lesson plans, templates for student and parent letters … even advice on dealing with the inevitable difficult moments every teacher faces!
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Daily Program 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 126 B
706 Developing Functional Language Capability: Naval Special Warfare’s Curriculum Development Approach Naval Special Warfare is creating an efficient and flexible language and cultural curriculum, incorporating general and contextualized proficiency learning objectives to develop functional capability needed for missions. The approach to needs assessment, developing learning objectives, curriculum planning and curriculum development, as well as a current status update, will be provided. Presenter(s): Marla Federe (Chair), NSW; Eric Surface and Reanna Harman, SWA Consulting Inc; Cynthia L. Martin, University of Maryland Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 117
W29 The Keys to the Classroom: Supporting New Teachers as They Get Started The author of ACTFL’s publication, The Keys to the Classroom, Paula Patrick, will provide strategies to help new classroom teachers gain confidence and direction as they begin their teaching careers during this workshop. Topics will include: keeping instruction in the target language, communicating with parents, classroom management, assessments, and dealing with challenging moments.
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Presenter(s): Paula Patrick Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
sunday, November 18, 2012
8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 115 A
8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 115 C
W30 Testing as We Teach: Standards and Assessment Practices
W32 Developing Real French Cultural Content from Authentic Materials
Teaching and assessment should be a seamless process. The Integrated Performance Assessment effectively gauges student performance at the end of a sequence of instruction such as a unit or term. However, teachers who wish to use the IPA also need to develop assessments along the way that measure the Communicative Modes in a manner compatible with and preparatory for the IPA. This workshop will help teachers develop assessments for their students within the themes they are teaching so that measuring student performance is always the goal. They will have the opportunity to create a continuum of assessments leading to the IPA. Participants are invited to bring materials for a thematic unit with them to use as they create assessments.
Thanks to the Internet, communities of native speakers and almost limitless cultural resources are available. This workshop will help French teachers develop their own methods for extracting meaningful cultural content from authentic materials for analysis and comparison. Participants may find it useful to bring a laptop.
Presenter(s): June K. Phillips, Weber State University Sponsor(s): PSMLA Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 115 B
W31 Infusing Social Networking into the Teaching of Languages and Cultures After examining characteristics of today’s learner and ways to engage 21st-century learning preferences, this workshop explores nearly a dozen social media applications (Twitter, Facebook, LiveMocha, blogs, Netvibes, and more) discussing the advantages and limitations of each. Participants are encouraged to bring their laptop or portable devices for hands-on learning. Presenter(s): Gay G. Rawson, Concordia College Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Presenter(s): Jayne Abrate, AATF Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: French Applicable Language(s): French
8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 116
W33 Teaching Strategies to Enhance Chinese Language Learning for Beginners This workshop is intended to help teachers who teach beginning Chinese to look at the unique characteristics of the Chinese language, and organize their instruction in order to improve Chinese language teaching and learning efficiency. The focus of the workshop will be on teaching the Chinese language sound system and writing system, which are challenging for students. This hands-on workshop will provide handouts of the strategies for the participants. Presenter(s): John Jing-hua Yin, University of Vermont Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English, Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Room 301
707 CLASS Board Meeting 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon I
These three-hour workshops require a separate registration fee to attend. Please go to the registration area in the Broad Street Atrium Lobby to purchase a ticket. Thank you.
708 CSCTFL Board of Directors Meeting 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 101
709 Research Priority Task Force
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710 Learn with NADSFL—University and District Collaborations: Successes & Challenges To prepare quality language teachers, teacher educators and district supervisors need to work together. However, both populations have their own sets of challenges and concerns. Results of a research study, documenting challenges and successes, will reveal information about how to develop successful partnerships and powerful collaborations. Presenter(s): Greta Lundgaard, Plano Independent School District; Mary Curran, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey; Jennifer Eddy, Queens College CUNY; Susan A. Hildebrandt, Illinois State University Sponsor(s): NADSFL Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 102 A
711 Preparing Language Students to Meet Employer Needs Headlines about the importance of job search skills and strategies abound in this time of economic crisis. Language programming can equip students for the professional workplace without departing from traditional humanities values. Sample activities include e-mail writing, resume preparation, Google profiles, model job interviews, poster sessions, and online screencasts. Presenter(s): Darcy Lear, University of North Carolina; Annie R. Abbott, University of Illinois Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 102 B
To enhance Arabic reading comprehension, students are grouped into literacy workstations. In each station, students execute a lesson plan which serves one of the literacy skills; listening, speaking, reading, or writing, but all are designed to enhance reading comprehension. Great improvement is shown as compared to teaching a full class. Presenter(s): Lamya M. Najem, Islamic School of Columbia, Missouri Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 8 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Arabic
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 103 A
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 104 A
713 Creating Accessible Electronic Instructional Materials: An Overview for Language Educators
716 Literary and Filmic Revelations: Bullying of Hispanic Youth and Adults
Creating accessible instructional materials is the moral and legal responsibility of all educators. However, developing accessible content can seem daunting. The presenter will provide a checklist for basic issues of compliance as well as step-by-step instructions for how language educators can make their electronic resources more accessible to all students.
Presenters will examine Hispanic film based on literature—evincing emotional exigencies inflicted upon Hispanic youth and adults by bullies. Academic, social and personal situations reveal the agonizing abuse endured by bullied victims. Participants will analyze representative literary selections, corresponding film clips, plus integration in language, literature and culture classes.
Presenter(s): Christopher Hromalik, Onondaga Commuity College Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 103 B
714 Web 2.0 Tools and Resources for the FL Classroom You probably already know all the buzzwords about Web 2.0, but you may not have time or ideas to implement them in your classroom. This session will highlight examples of 10 different Web 2.0 tools used in the Spanish I-IV classroom with rubrics and examples of student work. Presenter(s): Polly Holder and Angela Pieniaszek, Walnut Grove High School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 103 C
715 Low-Tech is High Enough: Enhancing Old and New Technologies The increased use of Web 2.0 technologies for language instruction has created new high-tech approaches to language learning but proposes problems for teachers with low-tech classrooms. This session examines effective low-tech classroom practices and the high-tech at-home activities that work together to provide students with culturally rich, communicative learning. Presenter(s): Katherine Shepard, West Virginia University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Presenter(s): Joy Renjilian-Burgy (Chair), Wellesley College; Patricia Pogal, Morehouse College; MaryAnne Vetterling, Regis College; Lanin A. Gyurko, University of Arizona Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: Spanish Applicable Language(s): All
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 104 B
717 A Longitudinal Study of Reading in Spanish Using Miscue Analysis This session will discuss the results of a year-long study of second year Spanish students and their progress in reading through miscue analysis. Findings will be discussed in terms of how students’ reading in Spanish differed from their reading in English at the beginning and end of the school year. Presenter(s): Erin Mikulec, Illinois State University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 105 A
718 Strategies for Enhancing Learner’s Lexico-syntactic Autonomy Through Dictionary Use and Production AP assessment policy and CLIL (Content Language Integrated Learning) in European teaching programs imply learner’s autonomy. Most of the current courses offer a limited variety of textual inputs requiring the student to use mono- and bilingual L2 dictionaries independently, essential skills for the current assessments and CLIL teaching approach. Presenter(s): Nicoletta Villa Sella (Chair); Carla Marello, Univesita Di Torino; Gisella Langé, Ministry of Education Sponsor(s): AATI Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English, Italian Applicable Language(s): All
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712 Enhancing Arabic Reading Comprehension: Literacy Workstations Approach
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10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 108 A
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 109 B
719 A National Foreign Language Initiative for Global Economic Competiveness
722 Enhancing the Content of Introductory Courses: A LiteracyBased Approach
725 Target Language Use: Researcher and Instructor Compare Notes
The United States should lead a national initiative, supported by an economic competitiveness rationale, to invest in foreign language (FL) education. For economic competitiveness, it is advantageous to speak languages of global markets. FL funding is often limited to “critical” languages that do not include “strategic” languages to promote economic competitiveness.
Presenters provide a model for integrating textual content and developing foreign language literacy in introductory courses, grounded in the multiliteracies framework. After outlining the framework, presenters discuss its implementation in a second-semester course, provide sample instructional materials, and consider additional applications of the model and directions for future curricular reform.
Presenter(s): Sarah Catherine Moore, Molly Fee, and Terrence Wiley, Center for Applied Linguistics Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 106 A
720 Representing the War: World War II in Italian Cinema This session examines works of Italian cinema that have focused on the representation of World War II, especially recent films that re-appraise such issues as the partisan movement, Fascism, and gender and war. Remaking the War in Its Immediate Aftermath: Leftist Cinema, 1948–1950 (Cragin); Roma Citta’ Occupata, Tra Opera e Film (Benedetti); Voicing the Archive, Unburying the Dead: Second-Degree History in L’uomo che verra’ by Giorgio Diritti (Marini-Maio); Nuove luci sulla strage di Marzabotto: ‘Le querce di Monte Sole’ di Gherardi e ‘L’uomo che verra’ di Diritti (Melloni) Presenter(s): Laura Salsini (Chair) and Giorgio Melloni, University of Delaware; Thomas Cragin, Muhlenberg College; Nicoletta Marini-Maio, Dickinson College Sponsor(s): AATI Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English, Italian Applicable Language(s): Italian
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 107 B
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721 Teaching the Interface of Language and Culture Through Metaphor The session focuses on metaphors as linguistic as well as cultural concepts. It makes a case that metaphor should be an important component of language instruction and provides participants with several pedagogical activities for carrying out such instruction. Comparisons will be made between English and Spanish, Russian, Korean and Chinese. Presenter(s): James P. Lantolf, CALPER Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Chinese, Korean, Russian, Spanish
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Presenter(s): Kate Paesani, Beth Chapman, and Catherine Savino, Wayne State University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 108 B
723 Practical Strategies for Implementing Understanding by Design Session cancelled by presenter
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 109 A
724 Teaching Japanese in a Changing World: Priorities for the Major Presenters report on the current status of Japanese major programs in California and Michigan based on data collected from Japanese degree providers, their perceived needs and priorities for meeting challenges of the changing world with insights from government officials and business, followed by discussion and further exploration of program revisions. Presenter(s): Yoshiko Saito-Abbott, California State University; Motoko Tabuse, Eastern Michigan University Sponsor(s): AATJ Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English, Japanese Applicable Language(s): Japanese
Support Our Sponsors Please try to stop by our sponsors’ booths in the World Languages Expo and thank all of them for their continued support of ACTFL and the foreign language community. A list of sponsors appears on p. 13.
ACTFL’s recommended 90% minimum target language use in the classroom is challenging for some instructors. By working together on a pilot project, a second language acquisition researcher and foreign language instructor compare expertise and experience to devise a plan that benefits students. Transformational stories inform and inspire. Presenter(s): Diane C. Ceo-DiFrancesco, Xavier University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 110 A
726 Implementing Standards-Based Instruction and Assessment: One School’s Process The presenters will discuss the process by which they have transitioned their language program from a more traditional grading system to a proficiency-based system. Key components include the use of learner-centered can-do statements, elimination of “compliance” grades, and portfolio-based assessment. Presenter(s): Yayoi Brown and Adria Katka, University Prep Sponsor(s): AATJ Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English, Japanese Applicable Language(s): All
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 111 A
727 Multiculturalism in FrenchSpeaking Montréal: One Language, Many Voices Discover the cultural diversity that is the hallmark of today’s Montréal, one of the largest French-speaking cities in the world. Explore authors and singers of French expression who represent immigrant and minority groups in the city, including those from the Caribbean, Africa, the Middle East, Europe, Asia and North America. Presenter(s): Elizabeth A. Blood, Salem State College; Louissa Abdelghany, Boston College Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: French Applicable Language(s): French
Daily Program
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10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 111 B
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 113 A
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 118 A
728 Building Capacity in Teacher Education Programs
731 Creating Meaningful Language Lab Assignments Using Bloom’s Taxonomy
734 Using Computer Language Proficiency Assessments to Evaluate the Language Requirement
Building student enrollment and developing effective instructors in foreign language teacher education programs is critical in order to sustain our profession. Using a theoretically grounded approach, attendees learn a research-based approach to identify and recruit future language teacher leaders into teacher education programs during a time of critical need. Presenter(s): Peter B. Swanson, Georgia State University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 112 A
729 Intercomprehension Theory and Language Teaching: From Idea to NEH Grant This session offers an update on the French/Italian for Spanish Speakers project that recently received a substantial NEH grant. The presenters provide details of the grant proposal including examples of curricular development, teacher workshops, and collaborative efforts among high schools, community colleges and four-year institutions. Teaching materials will be discussed. Presenter(s): Markus Muller and Clorinda Donato, California State University, Long Beach Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 112 B
730 From Informational to Transformational Learning and the Technologies in Between
Presenter(s): Yaniv Oded, Defense Language Institute Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Presenter(s): Carol Koch, Colorado Mountain College Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 113 B
732 Utilizing Mirror Neurons and Embodied Cognition in the Language Classroom Recent discoveries of mirror neurons and embodied cognition in the brain have several important implications for language educators. This session will focus on how recent findings in these areas can effectively enhance language acquisition in the language classroom. A scientific background is not needed to fully participate in the discussion. Presenter(s): Van Hillier, San Diego State University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 113 C
733 Insights from Cognitive Science: Enhancing Oral Proficiency with Minimum Effort Are you frustrated with your students’ speaking proficiency even after a prolonged period of study? This session will address yet untapped potential of Cognitive Perspective in SLA and its pedagogical implications. The presenters will introduce an innovative approach teachers can use to produce tangible results in student’s oral proficiency Presenter(s): Serafima Gettys and Iwona Lech, Lewis University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Applicable Language(s): All
This session will describe the efforts at a small liberal arts college for assessing students’ performance at the end of the language requirement in French and Spanish by using the computerized Minnesota Language Proficiency Assessments (MLPAs). Furthermore, it will present outcomes and curricular changes implemented after the assessment efforts. Presenter(s): Eduardo Febles and Tulio A. Campos, Simmons College Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): French, Spanish
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 118 B
735 Proficiency Assessments for Critical Languages: Focus on the Interpretive Mode Developing good multiple-choice items to measure proficiency in listening and reading involves a rigorous process. Session participants will analyze features of assessment items from American Councils online testing for programs that range from NSLI-Y to Flagship levels. Attendees will work together to develop new test items, applying guidelines presented. Presenter(s): Camelot Marshall (Chair), American Councils/ACTR/ACCELS; Richard Robin, George Washington University; Jane Shuffelton; Mary Nicholas, Lehigh University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Arabic, Chinese, Russian, Other
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 118 C
736 Motivation: Research-based Strategies for Bringing out the Best in Language Learners Drawing upon current research in neuroscience, education, and human performance, the presenter will explore the topic of learner motivation, and show how it can be effectively applied in language-learning environments, including online. Research-based strategies for eliciting and sustaining learner motivation will be presented, as will guidelines for instructional planning. Presenter(s): Timothy Berndt, Defense Language Institute Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
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The presentation will explore the concepts of Informational and Transformational Learning (i.e., changing what our students know versus changing how they know) and then discuss how the integration of educational technology in general, and Web 2.0 tools, in particular, can cultivate and facilitate transformational learning experiences.
Technology can be a powerful tool to aid in language acquisition and cultural study. Bloom’s Taxonomy can be used to scaffold technology-based language lab assignments which will stimulate student growth in both language acquisition and cultural understanding.
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10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 120 B
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 121 B
737 NASA’s GLOBE Program Integrates Science Themes that Enhance Language Acquisition
740 Teaching German Culture and Civilization Courses in English
743 Motivating Students to Speak German: Strategies for Practicing Interpersonal Communication
Discover the exciting features of this global, online, K–12, science-based program and how using it easily helps teachers and students acquire meaningful language skills, communicate with their peers in over 110 countries, and engage in authentic research projects with international scientists. Come gain access to over 100 free GLOBE activities!
This session examines three different approaches to teaching German culture/civilization courses in English at the postsecondary level. Examples of course syllabuses, assignments, class activities and assessment rubrics will be shared with participants. Ample time will be available for questions and discussion.
Presenter(s): Teresa J. Kennedy, University of Texas at Tyler and The GLOBE Program; Denise E. Phillippe and Edwin Dehler-Seter, Concordia Language Villages Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Presenter(s): John Lalande, II (Chair), State University of New York at Oswego; Deborah Page, University of Cincinnati; Katja Anderson, University of Maryland University College, Europe; Eddy M. Enriquez Arana, Northern Virginia Community College; Harald Zils, Binghamton University, SUNY Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): German
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 119 B
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 120 C
738 Developing Intercultural Competence: An Expanded Role for Foreign Language Educators Language proficiency alone is inadequate for dealing with people of other backgrounds. Additional competencies are also needed to deal effectively and appropriately across cultures. This session explores these intercultural competencies and provides a framework for integrating them in each lesson unit and multiple strategies for their assessment. Presenter(s): Alvino E. Fantini, School for International Training Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
741 AATG’s Programs for High School Students Boost interest in your German program through AATG’s programs for high school students including the National German Exam and Summer Study in Germany. Learn how Delta Epsilon Phi, the National Honor Society for students of German, can help you recognize and reward student achievement. Presenter(s): Thomas Keith Cothrun, AATG Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English, German Applicable Language(s): German
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 121 A
742 Journals of the AATG 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 120 A
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739 Not Your Basic Fairytale: Gaining Proficiency and Intercultural Skills This session highlights using folklore and its reinterpretations in art, economics, politics, music, and literature to highlight social consequences of globalization and integrate intercultural analysis with communication strategies. Learner-centered folklore-based assignments provide deeper cultural insights while enlivening speaking, writing and technology-based activities. Suggestions for assessing intercultural competencies will be included. Presenter(s): Gisela Hoecherl-Alden (Chair), Boston University; Jennifer Peterson, University of Minnesota Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
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The editors of the journals of the AATG will present information about submission and the types of articles that are accepted in the journals. They will also answer questions about the journals. Presenter(s): Glenn S. Levine (Chair), University of California, Irvine; Carlee Arnett, University of California-Davis; James Rolleston, Duke University Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): German
“Ach, ist die süß!”—“Wirklich?”: Spass beim Perspektivenwechsel’ (Frederickson); More is Better: Interacting Toward Strings of Sentences and Beyond in Beginning and Intermediate German (Braker); Tell Me MORE!—Using the Interpersonal Mode in Class (Zins-Adams) Presenter(s): Carol Anne Costabile-Heming (Chair), University of North Texas; Christiane Frederickson, IBiS/KLETT; Regina Braker, Eastern Oregon University; Linda Zins-Adams, Highlands High School Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): German
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 121 C
744 Teaching Chinese Vocabulary in the Curriculum and Beyond Vocabulary teaching is a key aspect of foreign language instruction. This panel discusses effective classroom practices to enlarge students’ vocabulary. The titles are (1) Implications of Incidental Vocabulary Acquisition for Classroom Instruction; (2) Teaching Emergent Chinese Words: Why, What and How; and (3) Survey of Vocabulary Instructions in CFL Classrooms. Presenter(s): Liwei Gao (Chair), Defense Language Institute; Weisi Cai, University of California, Berkeley; Qing Wei, Vanderbilt University Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 122 A
745 Research on Grammar Acquisition and its Pedagogical Implications Grammar instruction is considered difficult and ineffective in CFL classrooms. This problem is addressed through research on the acquisition of three thorny grammar points: the verb–complement construction, the aspect particle “guo” and zero anaphoric expressions. Theoretical significance and pedagogical implications are discussed in each study. Presenter(s): Liu Li (Chair) and Meiqing Sun, University of Pennsylvania; Tianshu He, Duke University Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
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10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 122 B
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 125
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 102 A
746 Developing Student Proficiency Through Differentiated Instruction
749 Fundamentals in Business Chinese Course Design: Relevancy and Integrated Approach
752 Using Visuals and OPI Elicitation Techniques to Improve Oral Proficiency
This panel aims to reveal the importance of course design, particularly in the case of Business Chinese. Even to date, Business Chinese receives less attention, whereas the demand for a relevant pedagogy is on the rise. An integrated approach is proposed on theoretical bases, pedagogical applications and teaching demonstration.
Learn to use OPI elicitation techniques in conjunction with visual images and picture stories to effectively aid students in improving their oral proficiency from the Novice through the Superior levels in any language classroom. Specific examples are drawn from two university-level Spanish language courses.
The panel will present theoretical framework to apply cognitive characteristics of the adolescent Chinese language learners in differentiated instruction. The key learning styles are identified to achieve communicative proficiency in the classroom. Panelists will share the several successful instructional tips regarding studentcentered communicative performances. Presenter(s): Jeannine Fan Subisak, Columbus Academy Sponsor(s): CLASS Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 123
747 Chinese Lexicon Variation and Change Language varies socially over time and among communities. The panel aims at examining Chinese lexicon variation synchronically between Taiwan and Mainland China, and comparing lexicon readings between native and non-native speakers. To see how lexicon changes diachronically, a corpus is built to record neologism and the dying-out words. Presenter(s): Zixuan Li (Chair), Fu Jen Catholic University; Yiching Wu, Ming Chuan University, Taiwan, R.O.C.; Man-ni Chu, Shih-Hsin University, Taiwan, R.O.C. Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese, ESL/ESOL
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 124
748 Improving Spoken Chinese
Presenter(s): Shu-pei Wang (Chair), Brigham Young University; Yunzhen Liu, Newcastle University; Shenglan Zhang, Iowa State University Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 126 A
750 NCATE: A Springboard to Evaluate, to Motivate, to Invigorate Distinct perspectives provide insight regarding the NCATE assessment process. A department chair reflects on evaluating the program to improve proficiency. A methods/Spanish instructor designs better projects to motivate her teacher candidates. A high school teacher explains how she has invigorated her instructional practice to align with the ACTFL standards. Presenter(s): Nancy Zimmerman and Karen L. Rauch, Kutztown University; Kim Tropp, Trinity High School Sponsor(s): PSMLA Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 126 B
751 How to Incorporate Tablet Computers into Chinese Classroom This session will demonstrate how to incorporate tablet computers into Chinese classrooms to facilitate development of students’ three modes of communication skills. Strategies of innovative and authentic assessment will be addressed. In addition, students’ work, video clips, students’ reactions and possible challenges on the road will be viewed and discussed. Presenter(s): Henny Chen, Moreau Catholic High School; ChinHuei Yeh, Shrewsbury Sherwood Middle School Sponsor(s): CLASS Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English, Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
Presenter(s): Marilyn Manley, Rowan University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 102 B
753 Games for Reading and Writing in the K–12 Arabic Classroom What do you do when students lose that initial excitement about learning Arabic letters? How do you keep them motivated as they learn to read and spell new words? Discover a variety of reading, writing and spelling games that put the fun into learning vocabulary. Presenter(s): Tina Cannon, Renaissance Academy; Michelle Timothy Safadi, Academy for Math Engineering and Science Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Arabic
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 103 A
754 Value Added: Third Party Assessment, Professional Development, and Online Courses Last year, Chicago Public Schools (CPS) expanded use of third party online proficiency assessments and courses to strengthen and enhance world language programs. Presenters will share how CPS leveraged data, in-depth professional development, and online courses with flexible implementation options to meet the diverse needs of teachers and students. Presenter(s): Jim Snyder, Avant Assessment; Beth Gemmill, Middlebury Interactive Languages; Amy Hammerand, Chicago Public Schools Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
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These papers address various approaches to improving spoken Chinese, including using pitch representations and songs to teach pronunciation, improving conversational Chinese through discourse analysis, and the effect of writing practice on spoken language fluency. Pitch Representation and an Effective Strategy to Teach Chinese Pronunciation (Liu); Using Comparative Discourse Analysis to Improve Conversational Chinese (Zhang); From Writing to Speaking: A Study of Chinese Fluency (Wang)
Presenter(s): Yin Chong, Boston University; Hongyun Sun and Hsin-Hung Yeh, Harvard University Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English, Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
Daily Program 11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 103 B
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 104 B
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 106 A
755 Empowering Students’ Interactivity and Proficiency Through Technology-Enhanced Activities
758 Rebuilding a French Program Through Focused Recruitment of Heritage Spanish Speakers
761 Representing the War: World War II in Italian Literature
This panel offers effective tools and practical strategies for technology-enhanced activities, from social networks to online writing to multimedia presentation resources, that are most relevant for second language learning. Specifically, technical procedure, application guideline, model lesson, and assessment method of various interactive activities (with Chinese as examples) are shared.
Focusing on the recruitment of heritage Spanish speakers leads to increased enrollment and retention in declining French programs. Based on the experiences of a French program that tripled in Washington State, the presenter and attendees will share student testimonials, strategies, and outcomes of a successful outreach program.
Presenter(s): Ka Wong, St. Olaf College; Yang Xiao and Christopher Magriney, University of Southern California Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 103 C
756 Providing Authentic Media for Language Learning Media technologies today are unparalleled in their ability to engage learners and accurately represent many aspects of the communication process, providing an accurate and colorful view of the target culture. This presentation will describe a Web-based multimedia library for delivering authentic second language materials and ways it can be used. Presenter(s): Michael Bush, Brigham Young University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 104 A
757 Improving Fluency Through Rich, Culture-based Units
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A classroom that blends linguistic and cultural study builds an appreciation in the students for the language and culture being studied. Participants will learn how to use Understanding by Design to create rich, culture-based units of study that will make the study of language deep and meaningful. Presenter(s): Caroline M. Toth, Carlyle High School; Kristy Placido, Fowlerville High School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish
Presenter(s): Catherine A. Ousselin, Mount Vernon High School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: French Applicable Language(s): French
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 105 A
759 Tips on Instructional Strategies for Language Teachers In this session, presenters will share strategies and techniques that will help students become successful language learners. Activities will focus on the Interpretive, Interpersonal and Presentational modes. Presenter(s): Ida Wilder (Chair), Greece Athena High School, NY; Bruna Boyle, University of Rhode Island; Lucrezia Lindia, Eastchester High School Sponsor(s): AATI Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: Italian Applicable Language(s): Italian
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 105 B
760 Implicit and Explicit Instruction and the Acquisition of ser and estar The Spanish verbs ser and estar are covered in almost all Spanish language courses; however, the coverage of this semantic distinction in textbooks is quite traditional. This session will present three different instructional treatments for ser and estar and their effectiveness on intermediate Spanish learners. Presenter(s): Laura Marques-Pascual and Eve Zyzik, University of California, Santa Cruz Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish
This session examines the works of Italian literature that have focused on the representation of World War II, especially recent texts that reappraise such issues as the partisan movement, Fascism, and gender and war. Elsa Morante’s Roma: Una Citta’ Not So Aperta (Popoff); Bisogno Distinguere L’esperienza dalla Memoria: The Changing Face of the Partigiano from Rossellini and Levi to Veresi (Scheiber); The Mystery of Women Partisans in Contemporary Fiction: ‘Una strana fortuna’ by Luce d’Eramo and ‘Rossoamaro’ by Bruno Morchio (Zaczek); Stefania Lucamante: Truce is Never for a Woman: Liana Millu and the Literature of (No) Return (Salsini) Presenter(s): Laura Salsini (Chair), University of Delaware; Gabrielle Popoff, Colorado Mountain College; Elizabeth Scheiber, Rider University; Barbara Zaczek, Clemson University Sponsor(s): AATI Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 107 B
762 Intercultural Sensitivity Development and the Short-Term Sojourn This session presents the results of a mixed-methods study detailing changes in university students’ intercultural sensitivity during a four-week study abroad program in Salamanca, Spain. Participants will gain a better understanding of intercultural sensitivity and how to support students’ intercultural sensitivity development in the study abroad context. Presenter(s): Melanie Bloom and Arturo Miranda, University of Nebraska at Omaha Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 108 A
763 Fostering Intercultural Communication: Integrating Language and Culture in the Classroom This session explores strategies for integrating culture into language instruction to help students improve their communication skills within a global society. Several activities using authentic materials and technology applications will be explored. The activities will target all levels of instruction and the interpretive, interpersonal, and presentational modes of communication. Presenter(s): Maria Jesus Amores, West Virginia University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish
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11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 108 B
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 110 A
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 112 B
764 Are They Advanced Level? Lab for Oral Proficiency for Majors
767 Incorporating Fitness Science for Today’s Digital Natives in Japanese Classroom
770 Teaching Francophone Literature Through Literature Circles
This session will present Spanish Lab for Oral Proficiency, a sequence of two courses specially designed for majors and minors to take during senior year. Participants will examine student-centered, interpersonal communication activities using technology, learning goals and assessment of this creative and innovative lab sequence. Presenter(s): Celines Villalba-Rosado, Rutgers University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English, Spanish Applicable Language(s): All
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 109 A
765 National Japanese Exam: 2012 Results and Future Plans NCJLT will present the results of its third annual National Japanese Exam held in 2012. Presenters will discuss revisions for the 2013 exam as well as future plans. Participants will learn about test administration, view sample test questions, and have an opportunity to share their suggestions and ask questions. Presenter(s): Fukumi Matsubara, North Central College; Miyuki Johnson, Elkins Pointe Middle School; Nobuko Hasegawa, Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts Sponsor(s): AATJ Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: Japanese Applicable Language(s): Japanese
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 109 B
766 The Group Cognition Project: An Initiative to Enhance Teacher Education
Presenter(s): Donald Fischer; Kueilan Chen Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Presenter(s): Kazue Masuyama, California State University; Mieko Avello, Miami Palmetto Senior High School, AP Japanese Development Sponsor(s): AATJ Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: Japanese Applicable Language(s): Japanese
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 111 A
768 Teaching for Social Justice in All Foreign Language Classrooms Few resources? Young students? Novice-low learners? No ideas? This interactive session led by experienced educators will address how social justice themes can be incorporated into all levels of language classes, even in small programs with few resources. Practical ideas in three languages will be provided, with links to more. Presenter(s): Cassandra Glynn; Beth Wassell, Rowan University; Pamela Mary Wesely, University of Iowa; June C. Carter, University of South Carolina Upstate Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 112 A
769 Second Language Program Assessment and Students’ Reflections on Learning Outcomes This presentation reports on assessment of a Spanish major. The effectiveness of the curriculum is measured by traditional means (senior tests and research projects), but also by the students’ verbalization of learning outcomes in reflective essays included in their capstone portfolios. Presenter(s): Marta Anton, IUPUI Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Spanish
Presenter(s): Lucie Viakinnou-Brinson, Kennesaw State University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): French
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 113 A
771 Completely Captivating Activities Kids Crave Students enjoy purposeful activities that are connected to their lives and ultimately lead to mastery of the target language. Incorporate what students desire and still lead them to language proficiency. Texting, videos, music, collaborating in groups, drama, storytelling, and student-led games—are just a few of a teenager’s favorite things. Presenter(s): Mira Canion, Erie High School Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 113 B
772 Applying Research to Improve Teaching and Learning How do cognitive and social constructs inform language teaching and learning? By providing practical examples and research-based applications, this presentation will outline ways to include language learning strategies, new online resources, best practices in assessment and specific materials for LCTL teachers. Presenter(s): Anup P. Mahajan (Chair), National Capital Language Resource Center; Anna Uhl Chamot, George Washington University; Margaret Malone, Center for Applied Linguistics Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
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The presentation describes a project that has as its goal to help teachers improve their English presentation and writing skills and their technology skills by building an online community of practice and understanding in which participants construct and share knowledge.
Today’s youths have been brought up with digital devices and their lifestyle has been less active. This session presents an innovative fitness science unit, where students learn about the principles of fitness science, explore a variety of physical exercise programs, and create an innovative fitness program for digital natives.
This presentation will discuss and demonstrate how Francophone literature can be taught in foreign language undergraduate courses through literature circles. The audience will participate in a literature circle demonstration and receive a lesson plan to teach selected texts. To conclude the presentation will share students’ reactions of literature circles pedagogy
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11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 119 A
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 120 C
773 Incorporating Language Learning into Elementary and Middle Schools
776 The Elephant in the Room: Machine Translation in Language Learning
779 Berlin als interkultureller Text: Migration, Integration, and Intercultural Exchange
Many school divisions are seeking ways to implement world language instruction for early learners without it being cost prohibitive in times of budget strife. Our county and city schools are going through the same dilemma. Learn how we have tackled the problem and developed a program with multiple languages.
How and when do students use Machine Translation (MT) such as Google Translate? Could access to MT have a positive impact on language learning? This presentation will discuss results from a survey of students regarding the use of MT and will explore ways to discuss this tool in advanced courses.
Using the city itself as text, presenters will share materials that can be used to teach students at all levels about a multicultural Berlin. They will provide session attendees with suggestions for planning and executing successful study trips to Berlin that focus on the city’s ethnic, cultural and religious diversity.
Presenter(s): Paul Richard Kuettner, Washington and Lee University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Presenter(s): Joan Munne, Joan Clifford, Lisa M. Merschel, and Deb S. Reisinger, Duke University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
Presenter(s): Anita Ratwik (Chair); Margaret Hampton, Earlham College; John W. Long; Leroy Taft Hopkins Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): German
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 118 B
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 120 A
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 121 A
774 Teaching with an OPI in Mind: Effective Oral Assessment
777 Preparing Students for the German AP Exam Through All Levels
780 Beyond Method and Truth: Drama in the FL Classroom
This session demonstrates how we can assess foreign language courses with students’ learning outcomes with a final oral assessment that is inspired by the OPI. The presentation also offers insights about setting clear course objectives, a backward design based on such an interview, implications, and applications for teaching. Presenter(s): LiFeng Hu, Lewis University Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 118 C
775 Foreign Language Classrooms as a Platform for Global Change Foreign language classrooms do more than deliver language instruction—they serve as a gateway for students to experience the world and explore new cultures. Discuss with a panel of experts why global competency is an essential 21st century skill and share ways to build global competency in classrooms.
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Presenter(s): Katherine Schlemann, Kathy Welling, and Alex Luther, EF Education First Sponsor(s): ACTFL Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): All
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Presenters will show how to develop practice materials for the new AP German Language and Culture Exam. Special focus of this session will be on the exam’s subsections Interpersonal Writing and Interpersonal Speaking. Already-developed materials will also be shared and discussed. Presenter(s): Katharina Barbe (Chair), Northern Illinois University; Ninja Nagel; John H. Stark; Volker Langeheine, Technical University of Braunschweig; Sigurd Piwek, Milwaukee Public Schools Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: Assessment Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: German Applicable Language(s): German
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 120 B
778 Graphic Novels in the German Classroom A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words: Reading ‘Die Suche’ and ‘Die Welle’ in the German Classroom (Eppelsheimer); Devising Reading/Speaking/Writing Activities at Different Proficiency Levels from Graphic Literature: Challenges and Opportunities (KuhnOsius); The Utility of Graphic Novels for Advancing Target Language Vocabulary Acquisition and Reading Proficiency (Kutch) Presenter(s): Jennifer Redmann (Chair), Franklin & Marshall College; Natalie Eppelsheimer, Middlebury College; Eckhard Kuhn-osius, Hunter College–CUNY; Lynn Kutch, Kutztown University Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): German
This session explores the potential of drama for opening new perspectives and possibilities in foreign language, culture, and literature courses. Oriented towards looking beyond, the presentations will discuss drama techniques in language classes under the rubrics of post-method FL pedagogy, post-holistic learning, and post-dramatic theater aesthetics. Presenter(s): Susanne Even, Indiana University; Barbara Schmenk, University of Waterloo; Morgan Koerner Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: Research Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): German
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 121 B
781 LingoTech Deutsch To acquire communicative skills, German students must be inspired and motivated. By presenting a multi-sensory learning experience using contemporary communication methods, students can better overcome barriers to learning. Presenter(s): Marilyn Lilly (Chair), Hopewell Valley Central High School; Uwe Kind, Kind International Sponsor(s): AATG Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: German Applicable Language(s): German
Daily Program
sunday, November 18, 2012
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 121 C
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 123
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 125
782 Collaborating for Success: Creating an Effective Workforce Among Chinese Immersion Schools
785 Learning and Assessment
787 Develop Students’ Proficiency Through Digital Storytelling
Three Chinese immersion administrators will share tangible techniques to work together. The panelists will share an administrative perspective on how to support teachers so that their programs provide an excellent immersion experience to students, and how these efforts will sustain the Chinese immersion programs in the long run. Presenter(s): Luyi Lien, Yinghua Academy; Kevin Chang, Chinese American International School; Marty Chen, Utah State Office of Education Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English, Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 122 A
783 Implementing Task-based Pedagogy in CFL Classroom The panel explores the ways to implement task-based language teaching (TBLT) in Chinese classrooms at the intermediate level. Specifically, it investigates how cognitively engaging and meaningful activities can be designed, adjusted, and incorporated into Chinese language teaching in a normal classroom setting to enhance teaching and learning effectiveness. Presenter(s): Lihong Huang, Juei-Chen Hsiao, and Yu-Sheng Yang, Georgetown University Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Professionalism Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 122 B
These papers address assessment issues such as oral task-based performance assessment, and the use of authentic multimedia materials in integrated performance assessment. Also addressed is the effect of reading structure revision on reading comprehension of learners at the intermediate level. Constructing Specifications of Oral Task Performance Assessment in CFL (Su); Applying ACTFL’s Integrated Performance Assessment in High Level Chinese Classes (Chen); Improvement of CFL Reading Comprehension by Systematic Structure Revision (Huang). Presenter(s): Shuhui Su (Chair), Grove City College; Shuchen Chen, University of Virginia; Ting Huang, New York University; Rong Cheng, Columbia University Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Assessment, Research Applicable Level(s): All
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 124
786 Internationalizing Students’ Learning Experiences Through Collaboration with Students from China This panel explores effective approaches to internationalizing students’ learning experiences with the opportunities brought by the increasing presence of Chinese students on campus. These approaches include Chinese students being a learning resource, collaboration with them to improve writing, and interviews with native speakers. Presenter(s): Aili Mu (Chair), Tonglu Li, Yi Jin, and Lu Yang, Iowa State University Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Higher Education Language of Presentation: English, Chinese Applicable Language(s): Chinese
Storytelling can be a powerful approach to develop students’ proficiency across the interpretive, interpersonal, and presentational modes. Participants will review numbers of web-based free, easy tools through studentcreated animation production from a variety of cultures, genres, languages, and levels and examine ways to integrate stories into existing lessons. Presenter(s): Yi Ping Yao (Chair), Montville Township High School; Tsun-Ju Lin, Red Bank School District; Annick Huiching Chen, Abraham Lincoln High School Sponsor(s): CLTA Strand: Technology Applicable Level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): Chinese
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 126 A
788 Student-Centered Learning Activities Actively engaging students in the world languages classroom continues to be a challenge. We are expected to cover the curriculum, focus on the goals of our district, differentiate instruction and produce quality assessments. In this session, we will show how student-centered learning activities can support these efforts. Presenter(s): Thomasina I. White, School District of Philadelphia Sponsor(s): PSMLA Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): Grades 6–12 Language of Presentation: English Applicable Language(s): French, Spanish
784 Critical Language Takes Critical Thinking to Prepare Students for Success
Presenter(s): Jian Gao, Belmont Hill School; Piling Chiu, Naperville North High School Sponsor(s): CLASS Strand: The Learner Applicable Level(s): All Language of Presentation: English, Chinese Applicable Language(s): All
Give Us Your Feedback Participants are encouraged to offer feedback on the convention. ACTFL will e-mail the convention survey to all attendees after the convention. If you prefer to take this survey during the convention, there is a survey button on the main menu of the Mobile App. Each event in the Mobile App schedule has an survey option so you can also rate individual sessions, workshops, and presenters.
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SUNday November 18, 2012
Interlaced with meaningful classroom activities, the presentation addresses how to use meaningful activities to tackle general learning obstacles: learner’s anxiety, short attention span, learning frustrations, and unsustainable motivation to create a friendly, engaging, motivating, and rewarding learning environment, and students will follow you to the end of the earth.
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2012 Annual Convention and World Languages Expo With more than 250 exhibiting companies, the World Languages Expo is the premier showcase of products and services available for today’s language educators and their classrooms! While visiting the World Languages Expo, you will have the opportunity to connect with our exhibitors face-
to-face, learn about cutting-edge products, browse the latest publications, and network with industry leaders. Now there are even more reasons to visit the World Languages Expo and learn new techniques that will advance your students’ language learning.
Exhibit Hall Hours The ACTFL World Languages Expo is located in Exhibit Halls D & E on the 200 Level of the Pennsylvania Convention Center.
Friday, November 16
Special Dedicated Exhibit Times: 10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m.–1:15 p.m.
Saturday, November 17
Special Dedicated Exhibit Times: 9:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m., 12:30 p.m.–1:45 p.m., and 3:00 p.m.–4:30 p.m.
Sunday, November 18
Special Dedicated Exhibit Time: 9:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m.
10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
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Startalk Camps (Pending funding) Professional Level Arabic and
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Online Workshops/Webinars Passage Rating Social Media
ACTFL Oral Proficiency (OPI) Training
The SMaLL Portal
For language teachers, researchers, and social media practitioners. See at: http:// small.sdsu.edu
Lesson Plan Generator
For standards-based lesson creation . See at: http:// lpg.sdsu.edu
Shahnameh (Persian tales) Russian Through Film
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Designed to address the needs and life circumstances of a broad audience, this 12-chapter Introductory Spanish program takes a highly practical approach and builds a strong foundation in basic structures, vocabulary, and cultural awareness. This approach gives beginning speakers the skills and practice they need to engage in everyday communication in Spanish with confidence and with brío. Program highlights include: • WileyPLUS and WileyPLUS Premium courses, now fully integrated with Blackboard, maximize the ways technology supports learning. Plus, Blackboard IM lets instructors and students instantly connect with each other. • Wiley’s unique En vivo live language coaching option provides your students with the opportunity to apply their budding language skills in weekly conversations with native speakers.
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Exhibitors by Category Book Publisher Barron’s Educational Series, Inc Beijing Language & Culture University Press Better Chinese LLC Bilingual Books Inc Breaking the Barrier, Inc. Calico Spanish Cheng & Tsui China Books & Periodicals Inc Delta Publishing Company/Raven Tree Press Edizioni Edilingua EMC Publishing Evia Learning Inc Focus Publishing/R. Pullins Co., Inc Georgetown University Press Heinle Cengage Learning Higher Education Press Holt McDougal International Book Import Service (IBIS), Cornelsen, Klett Kisetsu.org/Movement for language and Cultural, Inc Kodansha USA Langenscheidt Educational Services LanguagePlan-it McGraw-Hill School Education Group Merriam-Webster Nan Hai Books National African Language Resource Center (NALRC) Olivia and Hill Press Pearson Peking University Press People’s Education Press PPP Company Limited Pro Lingua Associates QTalk Publishing Routledge/Taylor & Francis Group Santillana USA Publishing Co., Inc. Shekinah Publishing TPRS Publishing Inc. Tuttle Publishing University of Hawaii National Foreign Language Resource Center Vista Higher Learning Wayside Publishing Wiley Yale University Press
Culture and Heritage Resources American Association of Teachers of Italian (AATI)
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Arts & Dance Company Asia for Kids Austrian Cultural Forum Bayard Presse/Milan Presse Beijing Language & Culture University Press Calico Spanish Carlex, Inc. Center for Applied Linguistics (CAL) Cheng & Tsui ChinaSprout Culture For Kids EF Education First Enforex - Don Quijote Spanish in Spain Goethe-Institut USA Higher Education Press Kisetsu.org/Movement for language and Cultural, Inc National Heritage Language Resource Center (NHLRC) UCLA Perillo Tours, Inc. Pro Lingua Associates Radio France Internationale SCOLA Sosnowski Language Resources Vamonos Tours Vision Wear International
Curriculum Materials ASC-ReLANpro Barron’s Educational Series, Inc Better Chinese LLC Bilingual Books Inc Calico Spanish Center for Applied Second Language Studies (CASLS) Chinese In Focus, LLC Chinese Language Association of Secondary-Elementary Schools (CLASS) ChineseCUBES Delta Publishing Company/Raven Tree Press EMC Publishing Equal Exchange Fundraising Evia Learning Inc FilmArobics, Inc. The Foundation for International Cooperation in Higher Education of Taiwan Hanban (Confucius Institute Headquarters) Hands-On Spanish Travel Higher Education Press Ideal Foreign Books International Schools Services, Inc. IQChinese Corp.
Langenscheidt Educational Services The Language Flagship LanguagePlan-it LinguaZone Livemocha Middlebury Interactive Languages National African Language Resource Center (NALRC) Noorart Inc. Olivia and Hill Press Pearson People’s Education Press PPP Company Limited QTalk Publishing San Diego State University Language Acquisition Resource Center Santillana USA Publishing Co., Inc. TPRS Publishing Inc. Wordplay (by Brainrush) Yale University Press Zentralstelle fuer das Auslandsschulwesen/Central Agency for Schools Abroad
Distributor/Reseller American Classical League China Books & Periodicals Inc ChinaSprout Delta Publishing Company/Raven Tree Press Ideal Foreign Books JPT America, Inc. Kinokuniya Bookstores of America MEP School Nan Hai Books SANAKO U.S. International Publishing, Inc.
Educational Institution/ Language School A&O Hotels & Hostels Academia Columbus Academia Latinoamericana de Espanol Argentina – National Institute of Tourism Promotion ASTUR – Sprach- und Studienreisen GmbH Center for Open Educational Resources and Language Learning (COERLL) Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) Chill Expeditions Chinese Language Center The Open University of China Common Ground International, LLC Concordia Language Villages
CPI Spanish Immersion School, Costa Rica ECELA Spanish Schools Enforex - Don Quijote Spanish in Spain Estudio Sampere EUROCENTRES The Foundation for International Cooperation in Higher Education of Taiwan France Langue Goethe-Institut USA Hanban (Confucius Institute Headquarters) Hands-On Spanish Travel Harvest IES Abroad Instituto Cervantes The Language Flagship LinguaZone Mexican Spanish Language Schools Middlebury Language Schools My International Family Nationalities Service Center Overseas Chinese Affairs Council, R.O.C (Taiwan) Passports Educational Travel Sant’Anna Institute- Sorrento Lingue SAT Subject Tests School Year Abroad Spanish Studies Abroad SpeakMandarin.com Travel for Teens.com Universidad Internacional/The Center for Linguistic & Multicultural Studies Université de Nantes – Institut de recherche et formation en français langue étrangère Université du Québec à Chicoutimi University of Maryland University College Vamonos Tours Virginia Beach City Public Schools Zentralstelle fuer das Auslandsschulwesen/Central Agency for Schools Abroad
Embassy/Government Agency Argentina – National Institute of Tourism Promotion Austrian Cultural Forum Campus France USA Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) Consulate General of Switzerland in New York Education Office of the Embassy of France Education Office, Embassy of Spain
Exhibitors by Category The Foundation for International Cooperation in Higher Education of Taiwan German Information Center USA Government of Québec Instituto Cervantes The Japan Foundation, Los Angeles National Language Service Corps National Security Agency (NSA) Zentralstelle fuer das Auslandsschulwesen/Central Agency for Schools Abroad
Hardware Technology Robotel Inc. SANAKO SANS, Inc (Exclusive Licensor of Sony Language Learning Systems)
Immersion Programs Academia Columbus Academia Latinoamericana de Espanol Academic Programs International & Aspire by API ASTUR – Sprach- und Studienreisen GmbH Bayard Presse/Milan Presse Better Chinese LLC Chill Expeditions China Travel and Tour ChinaSprout Chinese Language Center The Open University of China Common Ground International, LLC Concordia Language Villages Costa Rica Spanish Institute (COSI) CPI Spanish Immersion School, Costa Rica Cultural Vistas Culture Quest Tours Duolingo East Baton Rouge Parish School System ECELA Spanish Schools Enforex - Don Quijote Spanish in Spain Estudio Sampere EUROCENTRES Expérience Fly Inc. Explorica, Inc. France Langue Hands-On Spanish Travel Intercultural Student Experiences (ISE) Languages Canada/Langues Canada Mexican Spanish Language Schools Middlebury Interactive Languages Middlebury Language Schools My International Family
Perillo Tours, Inc. Sant’Anna Institute- Sorrento Lingue School Year Abroad Sosnowski Language Resources Spanish Studies Abroad Tom Alsop’s Creative Teaching Materials and Workshops Travel & Education Travel for Teens.com Universidad Internacional/The Center for Linguistic & Multicultural Studies Université de Nantes – Institut de recherche et formation en français langue étrangère Université du Québec à Chicoutimi Vamonos Tours WorldStrides International Division: NETC & Casterbridge
Instructional Materials American Classical League Asia for Kids Avant Assessment Better Chinese LLC Bilingual Books Inc CARLA (Center for Advanced Research on Language Acquisition)/University of Minnesota Carlex, Inc. Center for Applied Second Language Studies (CASLS) Center for Educational Resources in Culture, Language and Literacy (CERCLL) Center for Language Education and Research (CLEAR) Center for Open Educational Resources and Language Learning (COERLL) Chinese In Focus, LLC Curiosity Media/SpanistDict.com Delta Publishing Company/Raven Tree Press EMC Publishing Evia Learning Inc FilmArobics, Inc. Heinle Cengage Learning Holt McDougal Ideal Foreign Books International Book Import Service (IBIS), Cornelsen, Klett International Schools Services, Inc. The Japan Foundation, Los Angeles Langenscheidt Educational Services LanguagePlan-it McGraw-Hill School Education Group MEP School National African Language Resource Center (NALRC)
Olivia and Hill Press Pearson Pro Lingua Associates QTalk Publishing Quia Corporation Santillana USA Publishing Co., Inc. SAT Subject Tests Sosnowski Language Resources SpeakMandarin.com Tom Alsop’s Creative Teaching Materials and Workshops TPRS Publishing Inc. Tuttle Publishing U.S. International Publishing, Inc. University of Hawaii National Foreign Language Resource Center Wordplay (by Brainrush) World of Reading Ltd. Yale University Press
Language/Learning Labs ASC-ReLANpro Chill Expeditions China Books & Periodicals Inc Chinese Online Corp., Ltd. Concordia Language Villages Duolingo EF Education First Enforex - Don Quijote Spanish in Spain Harvest Heinle Cengage Learning Pearson Quia Corporation Robotel Inc. San Diego State University Language Acquisition Resource Center SANAKO SANS, Inc (Exclusive Licensor of Sony Language Learning Systems) Stevens Learning Systems Inc. Transparent Language Travel & Education
Multicultural Arts and Crafts Asia for Kids Carlex, Inc. Culture For Kids Frozen Light Vision Wear International
Online Resources American Public University Avant Assessment Better Chinese LLC
CARLA (Center for Advanced Research on Language Acquisition)/University of Minnesota Center for Applied Linguistics (CAL) Center for Applied Second Language Studies (CASLS) Center for Educational Resources in Culture, Language and Literacy (CERCLL) Center for Language Education and Research (CLEAR) Center for Open Educational Resources and Language Learning (COERLL) Chinese In Focus, LLC Chinese Language Association of Secondary-Elementary Schools (CLASS) Chinese Language Center The Open University of China Chinese Online Corp., Ltd. Common Ground International, LLC Computer Assisted Language Instruction Consortium (CALICO) Confucius Institute at Michigan State University Curiosity Media/SpanistDict.com Deutsche Welle Duolingo EMC Publishing Equal Exchange Fundraising Hanban (Confucius Institute Headquarters) Heinle Cengage Learning Holt McDougal IQChinese Corp. Kisetsu.org/Movement for language and Cultural, Inc LinguaZone Livemocha Merriam-Webster National Association of District Supervisors of Foreign Language (NADSFL) National Heritage Language Resource Center (NHLRC) UCLA Overseas Chinese Affairs Council, R.O.C (Taiwan) Pearson PPP Company Limited Qatar Foundation International Quia Corporation Radio France Internationale San Diego State University Language Acquisition Resource Center SANS, Inc (Exclusive Licensor of Sony Language Learning Systems) SAT Subject Tests SCOLA Shekinah Publishing Skritter
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Exhibitors by Category SpeakMandarin.com Transparent Language TV5MONDE USA U.S. International Publishing, Inc. University of Hawaii National Foreign Language Resource Center Wiley Wordplay (by Brainrush)
Professional Association American Association of Teachers of French (AATF) American Association of Teachers of German (AATG) American Association of Teachers of Italian (AATI) American Association of Teachers of Japanese (AATJ) American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese (AATSP) Central States Conference on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (CSCTFL) Chinese Language Association of Secondary-Elementary Schools (CLASS) Chinese Language Teachers Association (CLTA) Computer Assisted Language Instruction Consortium (CALICO) International Association for Language Learning Technology (IALLT) Languages Canada/Langues Canada National Association of District Supervisors of Foreign Language (NADSFL) Northeast Conference on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (NECTFL) Pacific Northwest Council for Languages (PNCFL) Southern Conference on Language Teaching (SCOLT) Southwest Conference on Language Teaching (SWCOLT)
Professional Development American Association of Teachers of German (AATG) American Association of Teachers of Italian (AATI) American Public University American Classical League Avant Assessment CARLA (Center for Advanced Research on Language Acquisition)/University of Minnesota Center for Applied Linguistics (CAL) Center for Applied Second Language Studies (CASLS)
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Center for Educational Resources in Culture, Language and Literacy (CERCLL) Center for Language Education and Research (CLEAR) Center for Open Educational Resources and Language Learning (COERLL) Central States Conference on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (CSCTFL) Cheng & Tsui Chinese Language Association of Secondary-Elementary Schools (CLASS) Chinese Language Teachers Association (CLTA) Common Ground International, LLC Computer Assisted Language Instruction Consortium (CALICO) Confucius Institute at Michigan State University EF Education First Fulbright Teacher Exchange Program GEEO Travel Programs for Teachers Heinle Cengage Learning International Association for Language Learning Technology (IALLT) The Japan Foundation, Los Angeles Language Testing International, Inc. (LTI) Mexican Spanish Language Schools National Association of District Supervisors of Foreign Language (NADSFL) Nationalities Service Center Northeast Conference on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (NECTFL) Pacific Northwest Council for Languages (PNCFL) San Diego State University Language Acquisition Resource Center Santillana USA Publishing Co., Inc. Southern Conference on Language Teaching (SCOLT) Tom Alsop’s Creative Teaching Materials and Workshops TPRS Publishing Inc. Travel & Education Universidad Internacional/The Center for Linguistic & Multicultural Studies Université du Québec à Chicoutimi University of Hawaii National Foreign Language Resource Center University of Maryland University College WorldStrides International Division: NETC & Casterbridge
Curiosity Media/SpanistDict.com Higher Education Press Ideal Foreign Books International Book Import Service (IBIS), Cornelsen, Klett JPT America, Inc. MEP School Merriam-Webster National African Language Resource Center (NALRC) Olivia and Hill Press Tuttle Publishing
Reference Materials
Campus France USA Cultural Vistas EF Education First
Barron’s Educational Series, Inc Chinese Online Corp., Ltd.
Scholarship/Grant Programs Academia Latinoamericana de Espanol Campus France USA Cultural Vistas Enforex - Don Quijote Spanish in Spain Fulbright Teacher Exchange Program German Academic Exchange Service- DAAD The Japan Foundation, Los Angeles The Language Flagship Qatar Foundation International School Year Abroad
Software Technology American Public University ASC-ReLANpro ChineseCUBES Common Ground International, LLC Confucius Institute at Michigan State University Duolingo Evia Learning Inc IQChinese Corp. Langenscheidt Educational Services Livemocha McGraw-Hill School Education Group Middlebury Interactive Languages QTalk Publishing Robotel Inc. SANAKO Skritter TELL ME MORE Transparent Language World of Reading Ltd.
Student/Teacher Exchange Program
Fulbright Teacher Exchange Program GEEO Travel Programs for Teachers GeoVisions German Academic Exchange Service- DAAD Goethe-Institut USA Harvest Kisetsu.org/Movement for language and Cultural, Inc My International Family Nan Hai Books Passports Educational Travel Perillo Tours, Inc. Qatar Foundation International Spanish Studies Abroad Travel for Teens.com Université de Nantes – Institut de recherche et formation en français langue étrangère Vamonos Tours WorldStrides International Division: NETC & Casterbridge
Study Abroad A&O Hotels & Hostels Academia Columbus Academia Latinoamericana de Espanol Academic Programs International & Aspire by API ACIS Educational Tours American Association of Teachers of German (AATG) The Arab American Language Institute in Morocco (AALIM) Campus France USA Common Ground International, LLC Costa Rica Spanish Institute (COSI) CPI Spanish Immersion School, Costa Rica Cultural Vistas Culture Quest Tours DJH City-Hostels in Cologne and Düsseldorf ECELA Spanish Schools Enforex - Don Quijote Spanish in Spain Estudio Sampere EUROCENTRES Explorica, Inc. FIAP Jean Monnet The Foundation for International Cooperation in Higher Education of Taiwan France Langue Hands-On Spanish Travel Harvest IES Abroad The Language Flagship Languages Canada/Langues Canada
Exhibitors by Category Mexican Spanish Language Schools Middlebury Language Schools My International Family Nan Hai Books Passports Educational Travel Perillo Tours, Inc. Sant’Anna Institute- Sorrento Lingue School Year Abroad Spanish Studies Abroad SpeakMandarin.com Travel & Education Travel for Teens.com Universidad Internacional/The Center for Linguistic & Multicultural Studies Université du Québec à Chicoutimi Vision Wear International WorldStrides International Division: NETC & Casterbridge
Teacher Education American Association of Teachers of Italian (AATI) American Public University Austrian Cultural Forum CARLA (Center for Advanced Research on Language Acquisition)/University of Minnesota Center for Applied Linguistics (CAL) Center for Educational Resources in Culture, Language and Literacy (CERCLL) Center for Language Education and Research (CLEAR) Central States Conference on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (CSCTFL) Chill Expeditions Concordia Language Villages Confucius Institute at Michigan State University Costa Rica Spanish Institute (COSI) CPI Spanish Immersion School, Costa Rica ECELA Spanish Schools Enforex - Don Quijote Spanish in Spain France Langue GEEO Travel Programs for Teachers Goethe-Institut USA Instituto Cervantes International Schools Services, Inc. Language Testing International, Inc. (LTI) McGraw-Hill School Education Group National Heritage Language Resource Center (NHLRC) UCLA Northeast Conference on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (NECTFL) Overseas Chinese Affairs Council, R.O.C (Taiwan)
Pearson Qatar Foundation International Radio France Internationale Sant’Anna Institute- Sorrento Lingue Tom Alsop’s Creative Teaching Materials and Workshops TPRS Publishing Inc. Université de Nantes – Institut de recherche et formation en français langue étrangère University of Maryland University College Zentralstelle fuer das Auslandsschulwesen/Central Agency for Schools Abroad
Teaching Materials American Association of Teachers of German (AATG) American Classical League Barron’s Educational Series, Inc Bayard Presse/Milan Presse Beijing Language & Culture University Press Better Chinese LLC Bilingual Books Inc Calico Spanish Cheng & Tsui China Books & Periodicals Inc Chinese In Focus, LLC Chinese Language Center The Open University of China ChineseCUBES Common Ground International, LLC Culture For Kids Curiosity Media/SpanistDict.com Deutsche Welle Edizioni Edilingua FilmArobics, Inc. Hanban (Confucius Institute Headquarters) Heinle Cengage Learning Holt McDougal Ideal Foreign Books International Book Import Service (IBIS), Cornelsen, Klett International Schools Services, Inc. IQChinese Corp. JPT America, Inc. Language Testing International, Inc. (LTI) LanguagePlan-it LinguaZone Merriam-Webster National Heritage Language Resource Center (NHLRC) UCLA Noorart Inc. Olivia and Hill Press
Overseas Chinese Affairs Council, R.O.C (Taiwan) People’s Education Press PPP Company Limited Pro Lingua Associates Quia Corporation Radio France Internationale SAT Subject Tests SCOLA Shekinah Publishing Sosnowski Language Resources TELL ME MORE Transparent Language Tuttle Publishing U.S. International Publishing, Inc. Wiley Wordplay (by Brainrush) World of Reading Ltd. Yale University Press
TV/Film/Music/Multimedia Resources Asia for Kids Beijing Language & Culture University Press Carlex, Inc. ChinaSprout Culture For Kids Deutsche Welle FilmArobics, Inc. Heinle Cengage Learning People’s Education Press SCOLA TV5MONDE USA World of Reading Ltd.
East Baton Rouge Parish School System (PK-12 School district) Enforex - Don Quijote Spanish in Spain (University Credits) Equal Exchange Fundraising (Fundraising Organization) Explorica, Inc. (Educational Student Tours) FIAP Jean Monnet (Student Accommodation) Frozen Light (Jewelry & Clothing) GEEO Travel Programs for Teachers (Teacher Travel) GeoVisions Holt McDougal (eTextbooks) Language Testing International, Inc. (LTI) (Assessment) Middlebury Interactive Languages (World Language Instruction) Nationalities Service Center (Translation and Interpretation) Nulu (Online Language Learning Program) Radio France Internationale (Radio) SANS, Inc (Exclusive Licensor of Sony Language Learning Systems) (Virtual Language Learning Environment) Steering Committee for the Test of Proficiency – Huayu (Language Proficiency Assessment) Student Discoveries- Globus Family of Brands (Travel) Virginia Beach City Public Schools (Public School District) Vision Wear International (Fundraising/T-Shirts) Wallach & Company, Inc. (International Travel Insurance) Wiley (Journals Publisher)
Other A&O Hotels & Hostels (Hotel/Hostel Accommodation) ACIS Educational Tours (Educational Travel) airberlin (airline) Appina Travel (Educational Student Tours) ASTUR – Sprach- und Studienreisen GmbH (Language Stays) Avant Assessment (Assessment) CHA Educational Tours (Educational Travel Company) China Travel and Tour (Study Trips) Chinese Online Corp., Ltd. (Educational Games) Culture Quest Tours (Educational Travel Company) DJH City-Hostels in Cologne and Düsseldorf (Accommodations/Travel)
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Learning Languages and Cultures with Real People and Technology. SCOLA is the premier source for authentic foreign language material, specializing in Rare and Virtually Never Taught languages. · · · · · · ·
Resources for more than 175 languages. · Live-stream TV broadcasts from more than 120 countries. More than 10,000 ready-made Insta-Lessons in 50 languages. Hard-to--nd radio clips in languages such as Kampampagna, Hungarian, Fulani, and Quechua. Specialized foreign language words mapped to video and audio clips. Footage of native language speakers using idioms, slang, and regional dialects. Ready-made language lessons taught by native speakers of Swahili, Thai, Farsi, Hausa and other rare languages. Mobile apps for Android, iPad, and iPhone. · Now offering QuickTime, Media Player, and Flash.
712-566-2202
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SCOLA: the solution to all your language resource needs. Visit SCOLA Today! Email:
[email protected] to learn more.
www.scola.org
Exhibitor Directory A&O Hotels & Hostels
844
Address: Köpenickerstr. 126, Berlin, Germany 10179 Phone: 0049-30-80947-5030 Fax: 0049-30-80947-5087 Contact: Phillip Winter Email:
[email protected] Website: www.aohostels.com Description: A&O is the market leader for independent school group accommodation with about 10,000 beds across Germany, Austria and the Czech Republic. Our sensitive focus on security, high standards, good value and officially certified quality convince more than 6,000 school groups per year. A&Os are always centrally located and easy to reach by public transportation. Find us in: Berlin, Cologne, Dortmund, Dresden, Duesseldorf, Graz, Frankfurt, Hamburg, Karlsruhe, Leipzig, Munich, Nuremberg, Prague, Vienna.
Academia Columbus
1225
Address: Graeffstrasse 5, Cologne, Germany 50823 Phone: +49 (0)221 / 29 94 80 - 30 Fax: +49 (0)221 / 29 94 80 - 31 Contact: Inge Groeneveld Email:
[email protected] Website: www.academia-columbus.com Description: We run three Spanish Language Schools in Latin America. Besides a language learning program, we offer a multicultural, diverse and life-changing experience that will transform those who take part in it. Following our philosophy, “Living and Learning Spanish,” our aim is to make sure that the student will be completely immersed in a different culture and learning is not merely confined to the classroom. Playa del Carmen (Mexico), Quito (Ecuador) and Heredia/San José (Costa Rica) become their schools! Languages: Spanish
Academic Programs International & Aspire by API 1401
American Association of Teachers of French (AATF) 1143
Address: 301 Camp Craft Rd., Suite 100, Austin, TX 78746 Phone: 512-600-8900 Fax: 512-600-8999 Contact: Courtney Link Email:
[email protected] Website: www.aspirebyapi.com, www.apistudyabroad. com Description: Academic Programs International (API) is an educational organization that has been sending university students abroad to participate in challenging and enriching study abroad programs since 1997. Aspire by API provides the same comprehensive, high-quality opportunities for gap year and high school students. API’s customized options allow college and high school faculty members to lead their own students on tailormade experiences abroad. Languages: French, Spanish, Italian
Address: Mailcode 4510, SIUC, Carbondale, IL 62901 Phone: 618-453-5731 Fax: 618-453-5733 Contact: Jayne Abrate Email:
[email protected] Website: www.frenchteachers.org Description: The AATF is the largest national professional association in the world devoted exclusively to French. We provide services to help our members promote French and develop and defend programs at all levels. The AATF publishes the French Review and the National Bulletin; sponsors the Grand Concours, National French Honor Society, and National French Week; holds an annual convention; and produces a wide variety of teaching and promotion materials. Languages: French
ACIS Educational Tours
1304
Address: 343 Congress St., Suite 3100, Boston, MA 02210 Phone: 800-888-ACIS Fax: 617-450-5601 Contact: Tour Consultant Email:
[email protected] Website: www.acis.com Description: ACIS brings education alive through oneof-a-kind travel experiences. Our tours reflect a deep knowledge of the travel process and the specific wants and needs of our teachers and students, guaranteeing each group’s experience will be unique and exceptional.
airberlin 751 Academia Latinoamericana de Español
1415
Address: Calle Noruega N10-31 y, Av. 6 de Diciembre, Quito, Ecuador Phone: 01159398530919 Contact: Dr. Diego Del Corral Email:
[email protected] Website: www.latinoschools.com Description: The Academia Latinoamericana de Español offers one of the finest programs of Spanish language study in Ecuador, Peru & Bolivia. It is an excellent program for those who wish to quickly develop a working proficiency in Spanish. In addition to the four-hour-a-day language classes, taught by native speakers of Spanish, students may participate in cultural seminars, field trips, grammar and conversation classes, and much more! Languages: Spanish
Address: 1040 Avenue of the Americas, 14th Floor, New York, NY 10018 Phone: 212-754-1084 Contact: Marzena Pallazzo Email:
[email protected] Description: airberlin is the second largest German airline. It operates a global route network with a strong base in Germany and other European countries where high product quality is combined with above-average service, while still keeping prices low. Languages: English, German
Alliance for Global Education/ IFSA - Butler 1228 Address: 1730 M St. NW, Suite 402, Washington, DC 20036 Phone: 202-822-0032 Fax: 202-822-2046 Contact: Shannon Cates Email:
[email protected] Website: www.allianceglobaled.org
American Association of Teachers of German (AATG) 853 Address: 112 Haddontowne Ct. #104, Cherry Hill, NJ 08053 Phone: 856-795-5553 Fax: 856-795-9398 Contact: Keith Cothrun Email:
[email protected] Website: www.aatg.org Description: AATG offers information on AATG activities, teacher materials, publications, professional development, and student programs. AATG is the only national individual membership organization dedicated to the advancement and improvement of the teaching of the language, literature, and culture of the German-speaking countries for teachers of German with students at all levels of instruction. Language: German
American Association of Teachers of Italian (AATI) 721 Address: Department of Italian Studies, University of Toronto, 100 St. Joseph St., Toronto, ON, Canada M5S 1J4 Phone: 905-858-5997 Contact: Salvatore Bancheri Email:
[email protected] Website: www.aati-online.org Description: The purpose of the American Association of Teachers of Italian is to promote and improve the teaching of the language, literature, and cultures of Italian-speaking countries and geo-cultural areas, and to serve the interests of teachers of Italian on all levels in the United States and Canada. Languages: Italian
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Exhibitor Directory American Association of Teachers of Japanese (AATJ) 1338, 1339, 1340, 1341 Address: 1424 Broadway, UCB 366, Boulder, CO 80309 Phone: 303-492-5487 Fax: 303-492-5856 Contact: Susan Schmidt Email:
[email protected] Website: www.aatj.org Description: The American Association of Teachers of Japanese is a nonprofit organization to support Japanese teachers and programs at the K-12 and postsecondary levels. Languages: Japanese
American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese (AATSP) 1243 Address: 900 Ladd Rd., Walled Lake, MI 48390 Phone: 248-960-2180 Fax: 248-960-9570 Contact: Debra Nigohosian Email:
[email protected] Website: www.aatsp.org Description: The AATSP is devoted to the promotion of all Hispanic and Luso-Brazilian languages, literatures and cultures through an annual conference, academic publications, national Spanish and Portuguese examinations, student honor societies, and professional development activities. Languages: Spanish, Portuguese
American Classical League
837
Address: Miami University, 422 Wells Mill Dr., Oxford, OH 45056 Phone: 513-529-7741 Fax: 513-529-7742 Contact: Geri Dutra Email:
[email protected] Website: www.aclclassics.org Description: American Classical League fosters studying classical language and civilizations; maintains Teaching Materials Resource Center; publishes The Classical Outlook and ACL Newsletter; grants teacher scholarships (all levels); and sponsors National Latin, National Greek, National Mythology, Exploratory Latin and NJCL online exams. Languages: Latin, Ancient Greek
American Public University
1229
Address: 111 West Congress Street, Charles Town, WV 25414 Phone: 304-224-6938 Fax: 304-885-5425 Contact: Susan Shepard Email:
[email protected] Description: We are a leader in providing affordable, quality online education. Acknowledged by The Sloan Consortium for best practices in online education, we earned our reputation by never forgetting that our students are priority one. American Public University System (APUS), regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, is a distinguished leader providing affordable, quality online education to motivated students worldwide through American Military University and American Public University. When you choose APUS, you join a community of students, alumni, and faculty—each dedicated to their professions and to lifelong learning.
Appina Travel
747
Address: Starnberger Strasse 15, Munich/Gauting, Germany 82131 Phone: +49 89 189345 13 Contact: Luis Lintner Email:
[email protected] Website: www.appina-travel.com Description: Appina Travel is a full-service inbound agency for educational tours/student groups traveling to Germany, Austria and Switzerland.
Applause Learning Resources
823
Address: 85 Fernwood Ln., Roslyn, NY 11576 Phone: 516-625-1145 Fax: 516-625-7392 Contact: Michael Pollack Email:
[email protected] Website: www.applauselearning.com Description: Supplementary materials in Spanish, French, German, Italian and Latin including books, games, dictionaries, maps, music, DVDs and our awardwinning study guides. Languages: Spanish, French, German, Italian, Latin
See You in Orlando! Don’t miss the 2013 ACTFL Annual Convention and World Languages Expo that will be held November 22–24, 2013 at the Orange County Convention Center. The theme will be “New Spaces, New Realities: Learning Any Time, Any Place” and it will be another great professional development experience for all language educators.
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The Arab American Language Institute in Morocco (AALIM) 618 Address: P.O. Box 5544, Williamsburg, VA 23188 Phone: 757-258-0054 Contact: Anne Marie Skye Email:
[email protected] Website: www.aalimorocco.com Description: AALIM (the Arab American Language Institute in Morocco) is a registered business in Virginia which conducts language and culture programs in Meknes, Morocco, where the AALIM Institute occupies a beautifully restored raid (a traditional small palace built around an interior courtyard) in the walled medieval city. The Institute is staffed full-time by teachers trained to use American pedagogy and meet American educational standards. AALIM is accredited by the Moroccan Ministry of Education as an educational and cultural institute. Program participants receive official transcripts, certificates of completion and any documentation requested to facilitate transfer credits at their home institution. AALIM accepts direct enrollment by individual students and organizes custom programs for groups as well as offering tutoring either on-site or online. Languages: Modern Standard Arabic, Moroccan Dialect, French
Argentina–National Institute of Tourism Promotion
723
Address: Paraguay 866, 4th Floor, Buenos Aires, Argentina 1057 Phone: 0054 (11) 4850-1400 Contact: Juliana Fuchs Email:
[email protected] Website: www.argentina.travel Description: Argentina invites you to discover the best way to learn Spanish. Stay in their cities and enjoy the warmness of their people while learning the language and culture of this fascinating country. Languages: Spanish
Arts & Dance Company
T1
Address: 835 North Shore Dr., Miami Beach, FL 33141 Phone: 305-420-6622 Fax: 305-420-6619 Contact: John Malaney Email:
[email protected],
[email protected] Website: www.artsdancecompany.org, www.flamencoballet.com Description: Arts & Dance Company is a nonprofit organization dedicated to delivering the finest in cultural education to K-12 students across the United States. Serving as the flagship for our subsidiaries, Hispanic Flamenco Ballet and Theatrical Company, it is our mission to open the window of cultural expression and understanding among the youth of America by presenting classic examples of English, Spanish and French theatre, in addition to a variety of traditional Latin American & Spanish dance and music productions. Please visit our booth T1. Languages: English, Spanish, French
Exhibitor Directory ASC-ReLANpro
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Address: 2012 Gates Ave., Unit B, Redondo Beach, CA 90278 Phone: 210-248-8600 Contact: Ralf Porankiewicz Email:
[email protected] Website: www.ascdirect-usa.com Description: ReLANpro is a digital language learning system offering 21st century learning, combining ReLANpro language lab software with the cloud, using apps for IOS and Android, and is Windows/Mac compatible. Languages: English, French, German, Spanish
Asia for Kids
1028
Address: 4480 Lake Forest Dr., Cincinnati, OH 45242 Phone: 513-563-3100 Fax: 513-563-3105 Contact: Selina Yoon Email:
[email protected] Website: www.asiaforkids.com Description: Asia for Kids provides carefully selected curriculum and supplemental materials for K-16 language learners. Motivate your students with fun teacher resources for languages and culture—iPad apps, eBooks, books, DVDs, posters, music, arts & crafts, games, incentives, flags, and room decorations. Stop by to view Families of the World, Sing and Learn, BookBox and games and activities. Languages: Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Hindi, Gujarati, Arabic, Farsi, Tagalog, Vietnamese, Punjabi, Urdu, Turkish, Bengali, Burmese, Hmong, Karen, ELL/ ESL
ASTUR–Sprach- und Studienreisen GmbH
Austrian Cultural Forum
843
Address: 11 East 52nd St., New York, NY 10022 Phone: 212-319-5300 Fax: 212-644-8660 Contact: Susanne Kirchgasser Email:
[email protected] Website: www.acfny.org Description: The Austrian Cultural Forum New York (ACFNY), an agency of the Republic of Austria, is a cultural, academic, and intellectual meeting place for Austrians, Americans, and citizens from all over the world. The ACFNY seeks to enhance the appreciation of contemporary Austrian creative achievements in the United States. It offers programs focusing on current artistic and intellectual challenges and controversies, and cooperates with cultural and academic institutions throughout the United States. It also hosts a lending library focusing on Austrian literature and culture with materials in English and German. Languages: German
Avant Assessment
918
Address: 160 South Park St., Eugene, OR 97401 Phone: 888-718-7887 Contact: Patti Beardsley Email:
[email protected] Website: www.avantassessment.com Description: Avant’s research-based, four-skill language assessments build student and teacher confidence in real-world learning and deliver accurate standards-based data to inform the learning process. Delivered via the web, Avant’s iCAN®, STAMP and Placement are easily accessible, personalized and engaging. Languages: STAMP: Spanish, Chinese, Arabic, French, German, Japanese, Italian; iCAN: any language
845
Address: Sturmiusstr. 2, Fulda, Hesse, Germany 36037 Phone: +49 (0) 661-92802-0 Fax: +49 (0) 661-92802-25 Contact: Karoline Glura Email:
[email protected] Website: www.astur-gmbh.de Description: ASTUR has been organizing language courses with host family or residential accommodation for children and teenagers from all over the world for over 26 years. Organizing class and sightseeing tours for foreign groups is another specialty of ours. Languages: German, English, French, Spanish
Barron’s Educational Series, Inc. 908 Address: 250 Wireless Blvd., Hauppauge, NY 11788 Phone: 800-645-3476 Fax: 631-434-3217 Contact: Frederick Glasser Email:
[email protected] Website: www.barronseduc.com Description: Supplemental language review books and test prep guides, plus Spanish, French and bilingual children’s books. Languages: Spanish, French, Italian, German, Mandarin Chinese
Bayard Presse/Milan Presse
Beach Lloyd Publishers, LLC
1414
Address: 40 Cabot Street, Wayne, PA 19087 Phone: 610-407-9107 Fax: 775-254-0633 Contact: Joanne S. Silver Email:
[email protected] Website: www.beachlloyd.com
Beijing Language & Culture University Press
1432
Address: 5660 N Jersey Ave., Chicago, IL Phone: 773-580-9696 Contact: David Wang Email:
[email protected] Website: www.blcup.com Description: Established in 1985, Beijing Language and Culture University Press is the only publishing house in China dedicated to the publication of materials for the teaching and research of Chinese as a foreign language (TCFL). Besides providing publications such as books, audiovisual and electronic products, it also conducts research and development of TCFL textbooks and training for teachers. BLCUP was selected as one of China’s Top 100 Publishing Houses and National Culture Export Focal Enterprises. Languages: Chinese, Japanese, Korean
Better Chinese LLC
919
Address: 640 Waverley St., Palo Alto, CA 94301 Phone: 888-384-0902 Fax: 888-384-0901 Contact: James Lin Email:
[email protected] Website: www.betterchinese.com Description: Founded by educators from Columbia University and the UN, Better Chinese is a leading publisher of Mandarin curricula for students of all levels, from pre-K to college. Officially adopted by nine states in the United States and used in 1,200+ schools worldwide, the Better Chinese pedagogy, learning materials and technologies are helping to build the next generation of Chinese language speakers. Come experience our new Modern Chinese college textbook and the revolutionary Discovering Chinese iPad classroom at Booth 919! Languages: Chinese, Simplified and Traditional Chinese Characters
1137
Address: 9709 Sotweed Dr., Potomac, MD 20854 Phone: 301-299-5920 Contact: Marie-Caroline Russell Email:
[email protected] Website: www.bayard-milan.com/monde Description: Bayard Presse and Milan Presse, leaders for educational magazines provide authentic material from France and Spain to be used as a complement in the classroom or the library. K to college level. Languages: French, Spanish
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Exhibitor Directory Bilingual Books Inc.
819
Address: 1719 West Nickerson St., Seattle, WA 98119 Phone: 800-488-5068 Fax: 206-284-3660 Contact: Keith Johnson Email:
[email protected] Website: www.bbks.com Description: Bilingual Books, Inc. publishes: 10 minutes a day® with CD-ROM Series: engaging, practical and effective books with fun software for beginning foreign language learning; for Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Hebrew, Ingles [English], Italian, Japanese, Norwegian, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish. 10 minutes a day® AUDIO CD Series: audio courses for Spanish, French, German and Italian, corresponding step-by-step with the book for that language. Language Map® Series: laminated phrase guides for 20 languages. Languages: Arabic, Chinese Dari, Farsi, French, German, Greek, Hawaiian, Hebrew, Ingles [English], Italian, Japanese, Norwegian, Pashto, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swahili, Vietnamese
BlendedSchools.net
1320
Address: 2527 U.S. Highway 522 South, McVeytown, PA 17051 Phone: 610-390-3521 Fax: 814-542-2569 Contact: Evon Zundel Email:
[email protected] Website: www.blendedschools.net Description: The blendedschools.net Language Institute provides live, engaging online language learning to small, dialog-focused classes, powered by Blackboard Learn, Blackboard Collaborate Web Conferencing and Voice tools. World language classes include elementary and middle school enrichment, high school and dual enrollment.
Breaking the Barrier, Inc.
709
Address: 63 Shirley Rd., Groton, MA 01450 Phone: 978-448-0594 Fax: 978-835-1384 Contact: John Conner Email:
[email protected] Website: www.tobreak.com Description: Breaking the Barrier publishes Spanish and French textbooks that are ideal for high school, college, and homeschoolers. Tests, teacher editions, audio and online resources support the program. An iPad version is also now available for the Spanish series! Languages: Spanish, French
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Brightspark 813 Address: 111 S. Pfingsten Rd., Ste. 100, Deerfield, IL 60015 Phone: 847-509-0088 Fax: 847-509-0011 Contact: Suzanne Pacey Email:
[email protected] Website: www.brightsparktravel.com Description: Brightspark Travel provides middle grade and high school student groups fun and exciting tours for educational and performance travel throughout the U.S. and abroad. Language: English
Calico Spanish
1423
Address: P.O. Box 498, Mt. Hood, OR 97041 USA Phone: 888-375-8484 Fax: 888-375-0606 Contact: Erica Fischer Email:
[email protected] Website: www.CalicoSpanish.com Description: Calico Spanish’s elementary Spanish curriculum inspires the attention of students and leads them to language acquisition. Experience excellence with our visuals, music, literature, and teaching guides. Supplement lessons with custom online and electronic whiteboard resources. Beginning and intermediate packages available. Languages: Spanish
Campus France USA
946
Address: 4101 Reservoir Rd. NW, Washington DC 20012 Phone: 202-944-6727 Fax: 202-944-6584 Contact: Aude Oubelkhir Email:
[email protected] Website: www.usa.campusfrance.org Description: Promotion of higher education in France to American students
Carlex, Inc.
1105
Address: P.O. Box 81786, Rochester, MI 48308-1786 Phone: 800-526-3768 Fax: 248-852-7142 Contact: Ava Hanna Email:
[email protected] Website: www.carlexonline.com Description: Dice, gamebooks, puppets, and manipulatives for all languages. Specialize in French and Spanish with over 2,000 items including DVDs, movie guides, music, posters, awards, games, readers, workbooks, incentives, teacher guides, crafts, decorations, dictionaries, flashcards, shirts, flags, magnetics, bingos, bookmarks, wristbands, and more! Languages: All languages, specialize in Spanish and French.
Center for Advanced Language Proficiency Education and Research (CALPER)–Penn State University 733 Address: Pennsylvania State University, 305 Sparks Building, University Park, PA 16802 Phone: 814-863-1212 Fax: 814-865-1316 Contact: Gabriela Appel Email:
[email protected] Website: calper.la.psu.edu Description: CALPER, a federally-funded Title VI Language Resource Center, creates innovative teaching materials, conducts professional development opportunities, and develops extensive online resources in support of language education in the U.S. Languages: Non-language specific
Center for Advanced Research on Language Acquisition (CARLA)/ University of Minnesota 735 Address: 140 UIC, 331 17th Ave. SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414 Phone: 612-626-8600 Fax: 612-624-7514 Contact: Karin Larson Email:
[email protected] Website: www.carla.umn.edu Description: The Center for Advanced Research on Language Acquisition (CARLA) is a federally-funded Language Resource Center that supports language teachers with summer institutes, conferences, and a wide variety of research-based instructional and professional development materials. CARLA’s extensive website offers free, practical teacher resources on assessment, culture, content-based instruction, immersion education, learner language, less commonly taught languages, study abroad, technology, and more!
Center for Applied Linguistics (CAL)
812
Address: 4646 40th St., NW, Washington, DC 20016 Phone: 202-362-0700 Fax: 202-363-7204 Contact: Sophia Birdas Email:
[email protected] Website: www.cal.org Description: The Center for Applied Linguistics is a private, nonprofit organization working to improve communication through better understanding of language and culture. CAL provides a variety of research-based resources relating to foreign language and bilingual education, language assessment, and refugee cultural orientation. Languages: Arabic, Chinese, English, French, German, Russian, Somali, Spanish and more
Exhibitor Directory Center for Applied Second Language Studies (CASLS)
739
Address: 5290 University of Oregon, Eugene, OR 97403 Phone: 541-346-5699 Fax: 541-346-6303 Contact: Carl Falsgraf Email:
[email protected] Website: casls.uoregon.edu Description: CASLS works to improve the teaching and learning of foreign languages. We provide language learning materials for free or no cost and offer educational services so that all students have the opportunity to learn another language. Languages: Chinese, French, Japanese, Spanish, Hebrew, Hindi, Persian, Turkish, Urdu, Russian
Center for Educational Resources in Culture, Language and Literacy (CERCLL) 743 Address: University of Arizona, 1423 East University Blvd., Tucson, AZ 85721 Phone: 520-626-8071 Fax: 520-626-3303 Contact: Kate Mackay Email:
[email protected] Website: cercll.arizona.edu Description: The University of Arizona’s Center for Educational Resources in Culture, Language and Literacy (CERCLL) researches culture, language and literacy, especially in LCTLs. Its projects focus on multiliteracies, including emerging technologies, and provide educators with teaching resources and professional development opportunities. Languages: Non-language specific resources, as well as Arabic, Chinese, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Persian, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Turkish.
Center for Language Education and Research (CLEAR) 739 Address: 619 Red Cedar Rd., Wells Hall B135, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI 48824 Phone: 517-432-2286 Contact: Joy Campbell Email:
[email protected] Website: clear.msu.edu Description: Michigan State University’s CLEAR, a federally funded Language Resource Center, is dedicated to improving language teaching and learning through professional development training and innovative materials. Most of CLEAR’s products are free, and include online authoring tools, web-based lessons, guides, and software. Languages: All
Center for Open Educational Resources and Language Learning (COERLL)
Centro de Lenguas Modernas de la Universidad de Granada 1238 737
Address: The University of Texas at Austin, Mezes Hall 2.126, 1 University Station, Mailcode B3500, Austin, TX 78712 Phone: 512-232-2312 Contact: Carl Blyth Email:
[email protected] Website: coerll.utexas.edu Description: The Center for Open Educational Resources & Language Learning (COERLL), a National Language Resource Center at the University of Texas at Austin, produces and disseminates Open Educational Resources (OERs) for language learning (online language courses, reference grammars, assessment tools, corpora). Languages: Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Hebrew, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Persian, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Turkish, Yoruba
Central Intelligence Agency (CIA)
906
Address: Washington, DC 20505 Website: www.cia.gov Company Description: The CIA is an independent agency responsible for providing intelligence on a wide range of national security issues to senior U.S. policymakers. CIA’s mission is to support the President, the National Security Council, and all officials who make and execute the U.S. national security policy by providing accurate, comprehensive, and timely foreign intelligence on national security topics; conducting counterintelligence activities, special activities, and other functions related to foreign intelligence on national security, as directed by the President. To learn more about the CIA, visit our website at www.cia.gov. Languages: For the language instructor position only we are looking for instructors for the following languages: Arabic, Chinese/Mandarin, Dari/Pashtu, French, German, Indonesian, Italian, Persian (Farsi), Serbo-Croatian, Turkish, Portuguese, Spanish
Central States Conference on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (CSCTFL) 1505 Address: P.O. Box 251, Milwaukee, WI 53201 Phone: 414-405-4645 Fax: 414-276-4650 Contact: Patrick T. Raven Email:
[email protected] Website: www.csctfl.org Description: The Central States Conference on the Teaching of Foreign Languages is a 17-state, Midwestern regional conference devoted to the promotion of second language learning and teaching. Its annual conference is held in the spring. CSCTFL will promote its 2013 conference to be held in Columbus, OH, March 14-16; as well as promote future CSCTFL conferences and membership in its Advisory Council.
Address: Placeta del Hospicio Viejo S/N, Granada, Spain Phone: +34 958 215 660 Fax: +34 958 220 844 Contact: Inmaculada Sanz Sainz Email:
[email protected] Website: www.clm-granada.com Description: CLM is part of the prestigious University of Granada and runs Spanish Language and Culture Courses taught by highly qualified professionals in a unique setting, halfway between snow-capped mountains and subtropical beaches. Granada’s vitality and riveting history are reflected in its 70,000 university students and the spectacular Alhambra Palace. Languages: Spanish
Centro Superior de Lenguas Modernas de la Universidad de Cádiz 1236 Address: Consorcio Tecnológico de Cádiz, C/ Benito Pérez Galdós, s/n, CP, Cádiz, Spain 11002 Phone: +34 956015795 Fax: +34 956015796 Contact: María del Carmen Fernández Email:
[email protected] Website: www.uca.es/cslm Description: Characterized by its modern, flexible and effective approach, the University School of Modern Languages of the University of Cadiz was created to encourage the learning of languages at all levels. The School also organizes customized courses for foreign universities and other public and private institutions that request our services. Therefore, it also offers excellent accommodation and extra-academic activities that are always adapted to the needs and interests of our students. Languages: Spanish
CHA Educational Tours
1129
Address: 107-115 South Second St., Philadelphia, PA 19106 Phone: 800-323-4466 Fax: 215-923-5583 Contact: Tina Falcione Email:
[email protected] Website: www.cha-tours.com Description: Since 1969, CHA has provided American teachers and students with high-quality educational tours at affordable prices. Choose from over 120 predesigned itineraries to Europe, the Americas, Asia and the South Pacific, or design your own custom tour to meet your group’s specific requirements. Teachers travel free with every six students!
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Exhibitor Directory Cheng & Tsui
1122
Address: 25 West St., Boston, MA 02111 Phone: 1-800-554-1963 Fax: 617-669-4075 Contact: Cindy Su Email:
[email protected] Website: www.cheng-tsui.com Description: Cheng & Tsui is a leading educational publisher of Asian language-learning materials and cultural supplements. We provide a wide variety of Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Arabic textbooks; panAsian literature in translation, comprehensive teacher resources; and innovative multimedia for all levels. Languages: Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Arabic
Chill Expeditions
1422
Address: 124 Sibley Ave., 2nd Floor, Ardmore, PA 19003 Phone: 800-551-7887 Contact: Carolyne Totherow Email:
[email protected] Website: www.chillexpeditions.com Description: Chill Expeditions, run by 2 career teachers, offers customized, off-the-beaten-path eco-immersion adventures in Latin America and Spain. Our unique approach to education in the field involves immersion through a network of local collaborators, resulting in authentic, inspirational experiences for students. Languages: Spanish
China Books & Periodicals Inc. 912 Address: 360 Swift Ave. #48, South San Francisco, CA 94080 Phone: 650-872-7076 Fax: 650-872-7808 Contact: Kelly Feng Email:
[email protected] Website: www.chinabooks.com Description: America’s #1 source of publications about China since 1960. We specialize in books, DVDs, software and other educational materials in Chinese learning. Language: English, Chinese
China Travel and Tour
1347
Address: 5757 Central Ave., Suite 150, Boulder, CO 80301 Phone: 720-266-4666 ext. 830 Fax: 815-331-0813 Contact: Kevin Young Email:
[email protected] Website: www.chinatravelandtour.com Description: Looking for unique, hands-on immersion, service projects, homestays, and more in China? China Travel and Tour is a premier provider of Greater China study trips that connect a student to China. Come engage your students with the culture of China! Languages: Mandarin Chinese
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ChinaSprout
1433
Address: 110 W 32nd St., 6th Floor, New York, NY 10001 Phone: 212-868-8488 Fax: 212-658-9185 Contact: Xiaoning Wang Email:
[email protected] Website: www.chinasprout.com Description: ChinaSprout carries a comprehensive collection of language learning materials for pre-K to college. Our resources include textbooks, dictionaries, CD-ROMS, DVDs, content-based materials and graded readers for Chinese immersion programs. Our extensive selection of Chinese and Chinese-English bilingual storybooks, folktales and literature provide additional support for Chinese language and culture learning. We also carry Chinese cultural games, crafts, toys and do-it-yourself products. Languages: Chinese
Chinese in Focus, LLC
1125
Address: 87 Kimball Beach Road, Hingham, MA 02043 Phone: 781-740-0545 Contact: Kathy Swanson Email:
[email protected] Description: Chinese in Focus is a new textbook and animation series that is designed for American middle and high school students. The author of the text taught high school Chinese for 16 years in Quincy, MA. The outstanding feature of this series is the combination of cartoon-like characters and precise language instruction. The presentation is visual, lively, clear and entertaining. This is a culturally rich, technology-inclusive, unique approach to language learning. Languages: Chinese
Chinese Language Association of Secondary-Elementary Schools (CLASS) 1350 Address: 10100 Finch Ave. c/o Paul Jia, Cupertino, CA 95014 Phone: 925-323-4262 Fax: 925-289-1148 Contact: Baocai Paul Jia Email:
[email protected] Website: www.classk12.org Description: Chinese Language Association of Secondary-Elementary Schools (CLASS) is a nonprofit professional organization that represents all Chinese language educators at all levels from elementary to secondary schools. CLASS advances and promotes the teaching and learning of Chinese language and culture at preK-12 schools in the United States Languages: Chinese
Chinese Language Center at the Open University of China 1439 Address: # 75 Fuxing Rd., Haidian District, Beijing, China 100039 Phone: +86-13426494709 Fax: +86-10-57519166 Contact: Mao Dan Email:
[email protected] Website: www.myechinese.com, www.myechinese.org Description: The Chinese Language Center at the Open University of China is a professional institution of Chinese teaching, teacher education, research, and resources development for Chinese learners and teachers. MyEChinese is a world-leading distance Chinese learning system providing online courses and services. The center also organizes immersion summer camps in cooperation with Sino Language Gateway. Languages: Chinese, English
Chinese Language Teachers Association (CLTA)
1326
Address: Curtin Hall 829, 3243 N. Downer Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53211 Phone: 414-229-5837 Fax: 414-229-2741 Contact: Yea-Fen Chen Email:
[email protected] Website: clta-us.org Description: The Chinese Language Teachers Association (CLTA), established in 1962, promotes the study of Chinese language and culture in an international context. Given the importance of the Chinese-speaking world and its global cultural, social, economic, and political impact, our mission is to promote the Chinese language as a tool for communication worldwide. As a professional organization, CLTA represents Chinese language teachers in all educational settings. It supports establishing and sustaining quality Chinese programs, K-16 articulation, teacher education and professional development, and research relating to all aspects of teaching and learning about Chinese languages and cultures. The Association, along with its affiliated regional associations, is committed to providing leadership, scholarship, and service to its members and to all sectors of society. Languages: Chinese
Chinese Online Corp., Ltd.
1442
Address: 3 Zhong Guan Cun South Ave., Haidian Science and Technology Building, #1201, Beijing, China 100081 Phone: 86-10-62120602 Fax: 86-10-68944300 Contact: Zijian Zhou Email:
[email protected] Website: www.ninhao.com Description: Learning Chinese is easy and fun. Innovative educational games greatly help to beat the high CFL drop rate. Leading Pad product was chosen for UN employee CFL training. Strong ability for content production available as mobile apps and eBooks. Languages: English, Chinese
Exhibitor Directory ChineseCUBES
827
Address: 141 Wooster St., Suite 4A, New York, NY 10012 Phone: 212-677-7018 Contact: Wendy Tsao Email:
[email protected] Website: www.chinesecubes.com Description: ChineseCUBES is an innovative new learning system that teaches Chinese based on its character system, using new technology to create an exploratory and hands-on learning experience. Language: Chinese
CIESE-Comillas, International Center for Higher Spanish Studies 1239 Address: Avda. de la Universidad Pontificia s/n, Comillas (Cantabria), Spain 39520 Phone: +34 942 55 00 Fax: +34 942 55 19 Contact: Sophie De Vries Email:
[email protected] Website: www.ciese-comillas.es, www.fundacioncomillas.es Description: As an International Center for Higher Spanish Studies, CIESE-Comillas is dedicated to the specialized teaching of this language and all the cultural activities linked to it: university undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, professional development, summer/semester study abroad programs, and customized programs. Languages: Spanish
CLE International
938
Address: 9 Bis Rue Abel Hovelacque, Paris, France 75013 Phone: +33 1 72 36 30 59 Fax: +33 1 45 87 44 10 Contact: Bruno Lombard Email:
[email protected] Website: www.cle-inter.com Description: CLE International is a worldwide-represented French publishing house specializing in French as a foreign language, as well as the publisher of the French teachers’ review “Le français dans le monde.” Languages: French
Common Ground International, LLC
1426
Address: 1624 Market St., Ste. 202, Denver, CO 80202 Phone: 888-879-2575 Fax: 303-684-5558 Contact: Rory Foster Email:
[email protected] Website: www.commongroundinternational.com Description: Common Ground provides Spanish and English language services to professionals, students and organizations. We offer Spanish Immersion Programs in Costa Rica, a new cutting-edge Spanish app, professional language classes, and our new online Spanish Tutor Network. Languages: Spanish, English
Computer Assisted Language Instruction Consortium (CALICO) T2 Address: 214 Centennial Hall, 601 University Dr., San Marcos, TX 78666 Phone: 512-245-1417 Fax: 512-245-9089 Contact: Esther Horn Email:
[email protected] Website: https://calico.org Description: CALICO, the Computer Assisted Language Instruction Consortium, is a professional organization for those who use technology to teach or learn languages. CALICO publishes a peer-reviewed, online journal, and a book series exploring various topics on language and technology, and hosts an annual conference. Future conferences: 2013, University of Hawaii; 2014, Ohio University; 2015, University of Colorado. Come join us and learn some new tech tricks. Please visit https://calico.org for more information. Languages: Any and all languages
Concordia Language Villages 1218 Address: Concordia College, 901 8th St. South, Moorhead, MN 56562 Phone: 800-222-4750 Fax: 218-299-3807 Contact: Carl-Martin Nelson Email:
[email protected] Website: www.concordialanguagevillages.org Description: Concordia Language Villages is the premier language and cultural immersion program in North America, offering sessions for educators, youth, families and adults in 15 languages. Explore language, culture, food, activities and fun at Concordia Language Villages. Professional development for teachers also available. Languages: Arabic, Chinese, Danish, English, Finnish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish
Confucius Institute at Michigan State University
719
Address: 620 Farm Ln., Room #230, East Lansing, MI 48824 Phone: 517-355-3801 Fax: 517-432-4797 Contact: Angelica Kim Email:
[email protected] Website: www.experiencechinese.com Description: Confucius Institute at Michigan State University offers innovative programs and services to meet the demand for Chinese language and culture education: Teacher certification program; Online IB Chinese; four-year high school online program; and an open game-based learning community. Language: Chinese
Consulate General of Switzerland in New York 847 Address: 633 Third Ave., 30th Floor, New York, NY 10017 Phone: 212-599-5700 Fax: 212-599-4266 Contact: Sandrine Ligabue Email:
[email protected] Website: www.eda.admin.ch/newyork Description: We provide educational material that encompasses the rich diversity of Swiss culture, languages and geography. It offers an in-depth look into the Swiss political and educational system and provides insight into Switzerland’s innovative achievements in art, science and technology. Languages: English, French, German, Italian, Spanish
Costa Rica Spanish Institute (COSI)
1312
Address: P.O. Box 1366, 2050 San Pedro, San Jose, Costa Rica 2050 Phone: + 506-2234-1001 Fax: + 506-2253-2117 Contact: Marvin Lopez Email:
[email protected] Website: www.cosi.co.cr Description: Spanish language school in Costa Rica. Two locations: San Jose (the capital city) and Manuel Antonio (beach and rain forest). Including home stay, cultural activities, internships, service learning, college credits. Summer camp for high school students in Heredia. Language: Spanish
CPI Spanish Immersion School, Costa Rica
950
Address: P.O. Box 151-3007, San Joaquin de Flores, Heredia, Costa Rica Phone: 011 506-2-265-6306 Fax: 011 506-2-265-6866 Contact: Jonle Sedar Email:
[email protected] Website: www.cpi-edu.com Description: Centro Panamericano de Idiomas (CPI), Costa Rican Spanish immersion institute, with over 20 years of experience and three campuses: Heredia, Monteverde, and Flamingo, combines quality language instruction with personalized service. Study individually, in our teacher training program OR with a customized group itinerary. Languages: Spanish immersion
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Exhibitor Directory Cultural Vistas
855
Address: 440 Park Avenue South, 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10016 Phone: 212-497-3500 Fax: 212-497-3535 Contact: Beth Uding Email:
[email protected] Website: www.culturalvistas.org Description: Cultural Vistas is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization which provides international exchange opportunities that strengthen global networks, enhance professional skills, and advance mutual understanding in an interconnected world. It holds an active partner network in over 100 countries and offers international internships and training, professional fellowships, work and study abroad programs, study tours and short-term experiential programs. Cultural Vistas is designated by the U.S. Department of State as a J-1 visa sponsor in five categories: Intern, Trainee, Teach, WEST, and Summer Work and Travel. Cultural Vistas has over 100 years of exchange experience and has opened doors for over 100,000 people around the world seeking to expand their involvement in the global arena. Languages: German, Russian, Spanish, Korean, Portuguese, Japanese
Culture for Kids
1026
Address: 4480 Lake Forest Dr., Cincinnati, OH 45242 Phone: 513-563-3100 Fax: 513-563-3105 Contact: Frederick Chen, Selina Yoon Email:
[email protected] Website: www.cultureforkids.com Description: Culture for Kids features supplemental materials for K-16 language learners. Motivate your students with fun teacher resources—iPad apps, eBooks, books, DVDs, posters, music, arts and crafts, games, and dictionaries. Families of Italy, Germany, France, Russia, Mexico, Guatemala, Costa Rica, Panama, China, Japan, Korea, India, Brazil, Egypt and BookBox multilingual DVD. Languages: Arabic, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, German, French, Chinese, Russian, Hindi, Turkish, Latin, ELL/ESL
Culture Quest Tours
1029
Address: 15 South 3rd St., Suite 200, Philadelphia, PA 19106 Phone: 800-678-6877, 215-923-1415 Fax: 215-923-1146 Contact: Alessandra Taddeucci Email:
[email protected] Website: www.cqtours.com Description: Since 1993, Culture Quest has designed fully customized educational tours and short-term study abroad programs for high schools and colleges traveling to Europe, Latin America and beyond. Stop by Booth 1029 and request your no-obligation travel quote!
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Curiosity Media/ SpanishDict.com
Deutsche Welle 1223
Address: 3179 Wilson Blvd., Suite H, Arlington, VA 22201 Phone: 706-491-2331 Contact: Paralee Whitmire Email:
[email protected] Website: www.spanishdict.com Description: SpanishDict is the world’s largest Spanish-English dictionary, translation, and language learning website. We seek to develop and provide reliable, accurate, easy-to-use resources for learning Spanish. SpanishDict features 90 full-length instructional videos, 100+ grammar reference articles, 25,000 multimedia flashcards, and a community of more than six million people from around the world. Languages: Spanish
Cursos Internacionales–Universidade de Santiago de Compostela 1240 Address: Avda Ciencias, chalet nº2. Campus Vida, Santiago de Compostela, Spain Phone: +34 881 814422 Fax: +34 881 814432 Contact: Gene González Email:
[email protected] Website: www.cursosinternacionales.usc.es Description: The University of Santiago de Compostela is one of Spain’s most prestigious institutions. For more than 60 years, the International Courses Office has been organizing Spanish language courses for foreign students aimed at anybody who wishes to learn and perfect the language, while experiencing our culture at firsthand. Languages: Spanish
Delta Publishing Company/ Raven Tree Press
732
Address: 1400 Miller Parkway, McHenry, IL 60050 Phone: 800-323-8270 Fax: 800-909-9901 Contact: Jeannie Patchin Email:
[email protected] Website: www.deltapublishing.com Description: Delta Publishing Company offers imported Italian language materials at competitive prices. Its Raven Tree Press imprint publishes awardwinning picture books in English and Spanish. Visit our website, www.deltapublishing.com Languages: Italian, Spanish
859
Address: Kurt-Schumacher-Str. 3, Bonn, Germany 53113 Phone: (49) 228 429 2726 Fax: (49) 228 429 2749 Contact: Viola Zintgraf Email:
[email protected] Website: www.dw.de Description: Deutsche Welle (DW) is Germany’s international broadcaster and a trusted source for reliable, unbiased news and information. DW delivers the latest insights and analysis of the issues that are moving the world with regional television lineups and radio and online content available in 30 different languages. DW also makes it easier for people to learn German around the world with a full range of online courses and materials at www.dw.de/learngerman. Languages: German
DJH City-Hostels in Cologne and Düsseldorf
851
Address: 934 8th Ave. 2b, New York, NY 10019 Phone: 212-957-6653 Contact: Rainer Perry Email:
[email protected] Website: www.city-hostel.de Description: Astonishing hotel-level budget accommodations in Cologne and Düsseldorf, Germany. Ideal, simple luxury for students and groups: pristine, modern single and multi-bed rooms with private baths at amazing rates for groups and individuals, plus in-house concierge and conference services. Rates start at € 20.50 per night pp and € 34.00 for a private room, including breakfast and all taxes. DJH City-Hostels has four upscale hostels in the cities’ centers and 35 hostels in Germany’s Rhineland region. U.S. Office now open.
Duolingo 626 Address: 5541 Walnut St., 3rd Floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15232 Phone: 413-340-1112 Contact: Jose Fuentes Email:
[email protected] Website: www.duolingo.com Description: With Duolingo you learn a language for free while helping to translate the web. Languages: English, Spanish, French, German, Portuguese
Exhibitor Directory East Baton Rouge Parish School System
Edizioni Edilingua 1502
Address: 1050 South Foster Dr., Baton Rouge, LA 70806 Phone: 225-922-5481 Fax: 225-218-8324 Contact: Daphne Donaldson Email:
[email protected] Website: www.ebrschools.org Description: East Baton Rouge Parish School System is a pre-K through 12th grade school system. We also offer a foreign language immersion program.
ECELA Spanish Schools
810
Address: 1176 Ayacucho, Recoleta, Buenos Aires, Argentina Phone: 347-329-5506 Fax: 866-726-5705 Contact: Robyn Macey Email:
[email protected] Website: www.ecela.com Description: ¡Bienvenido a Escuelas y Centros de Español en Latinoamérica (ECELA)! We are ECELA, a Spanish immersion company recognized worldwide for its excellence both in teaching Spanish and offering true Latin American experience, with locations in Argentina, Chile, and Peru. Students attend classes during the weekdays, leaving weeknights and weekends for exploration and relaxation! Take advantage of our flexibility by combining schools for a multicultural trip! Take a look at our website, ask us your questions and come see us en vivo! Languages: Spanish
ECTACO Inc.
610
Address: 31-21 31st St., Long Island City, NY 11106 Phone: 718-728-4130 Fax: 718-728-4023 Contact: Boris Krol Email:
[email protected] Website: www.ectaco.com Description: Established in 1990, over the past 20 years ECTACO, Inc. has grown into one of the most influential linguistic support developers, producers and designers in the world. Providing foreign language management solutions for personal and business use, ECTACO has received commissions and commendations from government and industry sources alike. ECTACO remains at the forefront of innovation thanks to its extraordinary team of international managers, linguists, designers and programmers. Languages: 213 languages including Spanish, French, Russian, Italian, Arabic, Chinese, German, Japanese, Korean, Farsi, Portuguese
720
Address: Via Cola di Rienzo 212, Rome, Italy 00192 Phone: +39 06 967 27 307 Fax: +39 06 944 43 138 Contact: Tina Scudelletti-Alabbas Email:
[email protected] Website: www.edilingua.it Description: Established in 1996, Edilingua Edizioni is a world-leading publishing house in the field of Italian as a foreign language. Our catalogue includes a complete series of high quality teaching materials: course books and supplementary books, CD-ROMs, DVDs, interactive whiteboard software and an innovative digital platform. Languages: Italian, English
Education Office of the Embassy of France
1145
Address: 4101 Reservoir Rd. NW, Washington, DC 20007 Phone: 202-944-6000 Fax: 202-944-6268 Contact: Jean-Claude Duthion Email:
[email protected] Website: frenchculture.org Description: The Education Office of the Embassy of France is responsible for organizing, managing, implementing and promoting French educational policies and programs in the United States. Language: French
Education Office, Embassy of Spain
1232
Address: 2375 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20037 Phone: 202-728-2335 Fax: 202-728-2313 Contact: Pedro Pablo Rey Rodil Email:
[email protected] Website: www.educacion.gob.es/eeuu Description: The Education Office of the Embassy of Spain is responsible for organizing, managing and implementing Spanish educational policies in the United States and Canada. Language: Spanish
EF Education First
712
Address: One Education St., Cambridge, MA 02141 Phone: 617-619-1657 Fax: 800-318-3732 Contact: Katherine Schlemann Email:
[email protected] Website: www.eftours.com Description: EF Education First provides international experiences that complement school curricula with experiential learning, allowing students to deepen their understanding of the people and places they’ve read about in the classroom while developing essential 21st century skills. With schools and offices in more than 50 countries, the EF family includes educational tours, cultural exchange, language schools and academic programs.
EMC Publishing
800, 801
Address: 875 Montreal Way, Saint Paul, MN 55102 Phone: 800-328-1452 Fax: 800-328-4564 Contact: Bette Lind Email:
[email protected] Website: www.emcschool.com Description: Featuring the NEW T’es branché? 4-level French textbook series! See online resources and exclusive Internet technology for Spanish, French, German, Italian, Chinese, Japanese, and Arabic programs. Ask about the three-level, hardcover Chinese program, Zh n Bàng! See Exploring programs, K-12 readers, games, and activity books! Languages: Spanish, French, German, Chinese, Italian, Japanese, Arabic
Enforex–Don Quijote Spanish in Spain
1428
Address: Alberto Aguilera, 26, Madrid, Spain 28015 Phone: (34) 91 594 3776 Fax: (34) 91 594 5159 Contact: Carmen Lopez Email:
[email protected] Website: www.enforex.com, www.donquijote.org Description: Over the past 20 years, more than 450,000 international students have improved their Spanish language skills or studied their academic/ semester year abroad program at our Spanish language schools Enforex and don Quijote, located all over Spain and Latin America. Based on this, we have expanded our curriculum by adding new programs such as Barcelona International College which offers credits to university and college students from the U.S. and Canada; eduSpain, a network for university placements in Spain; and our summer camps program for kids and teenagers. Languages: Spanish
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Exhibitor Directory Equal Exchange Fundraising
1027
Address: 50 United Dr., West Bridgewater, MA 02379 Phone: 774-776-7371 Fax: 508-587-3833 Contact: Kayleigh DeMello Email:
[email protected] Website: www.equalexchange.coop/fundraiser Description: Help students connect their everyday foods with the places and cultures they come from in your school’s next fundraiser. Equal Exchange Fundraising offers organic and fairly traded foods, artisan gifts and recycled cotton gift wrap with 40%+ profits. Ditch the junk and support sustainability, enjoy award-winning products and make a difference in the lives of small farmers and artisans around the globe. Receive a FREE Equal Exchange Fair Trade curriculum to help bring lessons of Fair Trade into the classroom.
Estudio Sampere
1241
Address: Lagasca 16, Madrid, Spain Phone: +34 91 431 43 66 Contact: David Sampere Email:
[email protected] Website: www.sampere.es Description: Since 1956, thousands of students have studied Spanish at Sampere. More than 30 U.S. institutions including Carnegie-Mellon University, Samford University, Palomar College and many others, have established programs with Estudio Sampere in Spain, Ecuador or Cuba. Visit our booth for a free calendar poster. Languages: Spanish
Eurocentres 734 Address: Seestrasse 247, Zurich, Switzerland 8038 Phone: +41 44 485 50 40 Fax: +41.44.485 52 90 Contact: Brian North Email:
[email protected] Website: www.eurocentres.com Description: Eurocentres offers programs abroad for 8 languages. Successful students are eligible to receive graded study abroad credit from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. A Council of Europe NGO, Eurocentres developed the levels and descriptors for the Common European Framework of Reference. Languages: French, German, Italian, Spanish, Japanese, Mandarin, Russian, English
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Evia Learning Inc.
809
Address: 720 E 8th St., Ste. 4, Holland, MI 49423 Phone: 616-395-7567 Fax: 415-962-4168 Contact: Lee Forester Email:
[email protected] Website: www.evialearning.com Description: Evia Learning Inc. develops and distributes culturally based complete curricula for first-year and second-year college language courses. Current titles include Auf geht’s! (first year German), Weiter geht’s! (second year German) and Ritmos (first year Spanish). Languages: German, Spanish
Expérience Fly Inc.
1224
Address: 1203 du Haut-Bois, Longueuil, Québec, Canada J4N 0A2 Phone: 1-888-532-9359 Fax: 1-514-800-1278 Contact: Alexandre L’Archevêque Email:
[email protected] Website: www.flyexperience.com Description: Fly Experience recognizes the importance of multilingualism. Our mission as a language school goes beyond learning. Fly Experience offers a complete language immersion experience for youth. Languages: English, French
Explorica, Inc.
928
Address: 145 Tremont St., 6th Floor, Boston, MA 02111 Phone: 617-210-6180 Contact: Sabrina Bomberger Email:
[email protected] Website: www.explorica.com Description: Explorica helps teachers create educational tours full of authentic, interactive learning experiences. We specialize in connecting teachers and students to new cultures, languages and people on educational tours across the globe. Explorica’s combination of exclusive online tools and personalized service enables us to create tours uniquely suited to provide both the best value and the most customized tours in the industry.
FIAP Jean Monnet
1139
Address: 30 rue Cabanis, Paris, France 75014 Phone: +33143131710 Fax: +33145816391 Contact: Karen Di Cato Email:
[email protected] Website: www.fiap-paris.org Description: The FIAP is France’s largest youth and student center; ideally located in the heart of Paris in a neighborhood that is lively during the day and quiet at night, easily accessible from airports, walking distance from the metro. Simple yet sophisticated, offering safe and modern facilities for groups or individuals. Our 200 rooms are all equipped with private baths.
FilmArobics, Inc.
708
Address: 9 Birmingham Place, Vernon Hills, IL 60061 Phone: 800-832-2448 (1-800-TEACH IT) Fax: 847-367-5669 Contact: Judy Sugarman Email:
[email protected] Website: www.filmarobics.com Description: Comprehensive lesson plans to accompany feature-length foreign language and ELL films. Lessons include comprehension activities, communicative activities, vocabulary, cultural notes and homework assignments. The film is divided into 10-15 minutes of film time around which an entire lesson is based. Languages: French, Spanish, German, Italian and ELL films
FluentU
1324
Address: 21st Floor, Yat Chau Building, 262 Des Voeux Road Central, Hong Kong Contact: Alan Park Email:
[email protected] Website: www.fluentu.com Description: FluentU is a new way to learn Chinese through authentic video content like music videos, movie trailers, news, and inspiring talks. With engaging and immersive content, we empower users to learn with fun videos exhibiting the diversity and vibrancy of modern Chinese culture. Languages: Mandarin Chinese
Focus Publishing/ R. Pullins Co., Inc.
818
Address: P.O. Box 369, Newburyport, MA 01950 Phone: 800-848-7236 Fax: 978-462-9035 Contact: David Horvath Email:
[email protected] Website: www.pullins.com Description: Focus Publishing publishes textbooks for the college and high school levels in classical and modern languages. Our affordable textbooks range from literature survey books and novels to language acquisition books. Including our film for language acquisition best sellers Cinema for French Conversation, Cinema for Spanish Conversation, and Cinéphile: Intermediate French Language and Culture through Film. Languages: French, German, Ancient Greek, Italian, Latin, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish
Exhibitor Directory The Foundation for International Cooperation in Higher Education of Taiwan 832 Address: Room 202, No. 5, Lane 199, Kinghua St., Taipei City, Taiwan Phone: 886 2 2322 2280 ext. 117 Fax: 886 2 2322 2528 Contact: Shin-herng Wu Email:
[email protected] Website: www.fichet.org.tw Description: Taiwan, your choice for Chinese learning. The Foundation for International Cooperation in Higher Education of Taiwan (FICHET) is a nonprofit organization with 118 university members. Through integrating the resources of all members, we hope to create more constructive cooperation with the international academic societies. Languages: Chinese, English
GEEO Travel Programs for Teachers
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Address: 2945 Morris Rd., Ardmore, PA 19003 Phone: 877-600-0105 Contact: Jesse Weisz Email:
[email protected] Website: www.geeo.org Description: GEEO is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that runs summer professional development travel programs designed for teachers. Educators can earn professional development credit while seeing the world over the summer. GEEO provides an affordable way to travel WITHOUT your students. Languages: English, Spanish, French, Russian, Portuguese, Polish, Slavic Languages, Russian, Chinese, Hindi, Turkish, Thai, Vietnamese, Arabic
Georgetown University Press
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Address: 22 Avenue Notre Dame, Nice, France 06000 Phone: +33 (0) 4 93 13 78 88 Fax: +33 (0) 4 93 13 78 89 Contact: Nadine Vallejos Email:
[email protected] Website: www.france-langue.fr Description: France Langue offers quality French language programs at all levels in 4 fantastic cities: Paris, Nice, Bordeaux and Biarritz. France Langue runs facultyled programs as well as individual programs that can be complemented by workshops (arts, literature, culture, business…). Languages: French
Address: 3240 Prospect St. NW, Washington, DC 20007 Phone: 202-687-9298 Fax: 202-687-6340 Contact: Jackie Beilhart Email:
[email protected] Website: www.press.georgetown.edu/ georgetownlanguages Description: Georgetown University Press Languages publishes peer-reviewed works of academic distinction, with exceptional editorial and production quality in languages and linguistics. Languages: Arabic, Spanish, Mandarin, Portuguese, Urdu, Pashto, Tajiki, Uzbek, Turkish, and other Less Commonly Taught Languages
Frozen Light
GeoVisions
France Langue
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Address: 4459 S. Gary Ave., Tulsa, OK 74105 Phone: 918-381-4449 Contact: Mona Betz Email:
[email protected] Website: www.frozenlight.biz Description: Unusual, hand-crafted sterling silver jewelry with gemstones.
Fulbright Teacher Exchange Program 1424 Address: 1400 K St. NW, Ste. 700, Washington, DC 20005 Phone: 202-326-7774 Fax: 202-326-7696 Contact: Chelsea Ridenour Email:
[email protected] Website: www.fulbrightteacherexchange.org/ Description: The Fulbright Teacher Exchange Program seeks to improve mutual understanding among teachers, their schools and communities in the U.S. and abroad through two programs—the Fulbright Classroom Teacher Exchange Program and the Distinguished Fulbright Awards in Teaching Program. Languages: Arabic, English, French, Spanish
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Address: 63 Whitfield St., Guilford, CT 06437 Phone: 203-453-5838 Fax: 203-738-1024 Contact: Randy LeGrant Email:
[email protected] Website: www.geovisions.org Description: 1. Paid teaching positions abroad with salary and benefits. 2. Conversation Corps, founded by GeoVisions, is offered in 15+ countries. Conversation Corps involves living with a host family and tutoring them in conversational English up to 15 hours/week. 3. GeoVisions places high school students abroad for 1-2 weeks with a host family for English tutoring. Languages: Teachers and tutors should be native English speakers.
German Academic Exchange Service–DAAD
854
Address: 871 United Nations Plaza, New York, NY 10017 Phone: 212-758-3223 Fax: 212-755-5780 Contact: Michael Thomanek Email:
[email protected] Website: www.daad.org Description: The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) is a publicly funded independent organization of higher education institutions in Germany. Each year DAAD, its Regional Offices, Information Centers and DAAD Professors provide information and financial support to over 67,000 highly-qualified students and faculty worldwide for international research and study. Located in New York, San Francisco, and Toronto, DAAD North America advises students, faculty and current DAAD fellows in the U.S. and Canada. Languages: German
German Information Center USA
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Address: 2300 M St., NW, Suite 300, Washington, DC 20037 Phone: 202-471-5539 Fax: 202-471-5526 Contact: Jennifer Clardy Chalmers Email:
[email protected] Website: www.germany.info Description: The German Information Center USA offers educators a window to modern German through free educational resources and materials, both printed and online at www.German.info. Sign up for our free electronic newsletters and keep up-to-date with the latest news from Germany. Languages: German, English
Global Language Project
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Address: P.O. Box 3851, New York, NY 10185 Phone: 646-657-8075 Fax: 212-658-9889 Contact: Helena Zeweri Email:
[email protected] Website: www.globallanguageproject.org Description: Global Language Project (GLP) is an innovative educational movement that seeks to equip disadvantaged public school students with the skills to compete in a globalized world and workforce. Through Speak to Succeed, GLP’s free and comprehensive language training program, elementary school students will achieve proficiency in a language other than English. The curriculum emphasizes traditional and experiential learning and was created by leading educational professionals from Columbia University and New York University. Languages: Spanish, French, Arabic, Mandarin
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Exhibitor Directory Goethe-Institut USA
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Address: 72 Spring St., New York, NY 10012 Phone: +1-212-439-8700 Fax: +1-212-439-8750 Contact: Natascha Lehner Email:
[email protected] Website: www.goethe.de/usa Description: The Goethe-Institut is the cultural institute of the Federal Republic of Germany. We support the teaching of German as a foreign language and learning about German culture within the U.S. educational system, as well as transatlantic exchange between the cultures. Languages: German
Government of Québec
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Address: 525, boul. René-Lévesque Est, Quebec, QC Canada Phone: 418-649-2400 Fax: 418-649-2418 Contact: Maria Beauséjour Email:
[email protected] Website: www.mri.gouv.qc.ca Description: Mission: To promote and defend Québec’s interests internationally while ensuring respect for its authority and the consistency of government activities. The Ministère des Relations internationales carries out its mission through: its knowledge of the international context, the policy advice it provides for the government, its coordination of international government activities and the ties it builds with foreign governments and international organizations. Languages: French, English
Hanban (Confucius Institute Headquarters)
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Address: Confucius Institute Headquarters, 129 Deshengmen Wai St., Xicheng District, Beijing, China 100088 Phone: (86) 10-5859-5977 Fax: (86) 10-5859-5975 Contact: Wang Jinhong Email:
[email protected] Website: www.hanban.org Description: Hanban/Confucius Institute Headquarters, as a public institution affiliated with the Chinese Ministry of Education, is committed to providing Chinese language and cultural teaching resources and services worldwide. It goes all out in meeting the demands of foreign Chinese learners and contributing to the development of multiculturalism and the building of a harmonious world. Languages: Chinese, English
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Hands-On Spanish Travel
608
Address: 22617 N 72nd Dr., Glendale, AZ 85310 Phone: 765-418-2518 Contact: Lee Ann Silva Email:
[email protected] Website: www.hands-onspanish.com Description: Hands-on Spanish Travel (HOST) is a unique study/travel abroad company that promotes a global citizenry and culturolinguistic proficiency through holistic travel programs in Spanish speaking countries. HOST programs include high-impact service learning projects with sister schools; homestays; culturolinguistic coursework; historical and ecological tours and a closing reflection banquet. Visit us at booth 608 and join us in our workshop Saturday at 2:00 p.m. in Room #3 to learn about educational travel that makes a difference in our presentation, “A New Educational Travel Model: Global Citizenry Through Intercultural Collaboration.” Register for HOST’s workshop event on Facebook: www.facebook.com/events/400065590056951/ and double your chances of winning an artisan craft prize at the workshop! Like us at www.facebook.com/handsonspanishtravel to learn more and see HOST in action! Languages: Spanish
Harvest 822 Address: 508/510 Room C Building Yonghe Plaza, Andingmen dongdajie, Dongcheng District, Beijing, China 100007 Phone: 0086-13911088189 Fax: 0086-13911088189 Contact: Mr. Xia Meng Email:
[email protected] Website: www.harvest.net.cn Description: Harvest is a private study abroad organization based in Beijing. We offer semester and summer study abroad programs in China. Our programs integrate students into their overseas communities and lead them to create lasting relationships with their local hosts. Languages: Chinese
HEINLE Cengage Learning
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Address: 20 Channel Center St., Boston, MA 02210 Phone: 513-229-1664 Fax: 513-229-1020 Contact: Courtney Wolstoncroft, Market Development Manager, World Languages Email:
[email protected] Website: cengage.com/community/heinleexperience Description: HEINLE, a part of Cengage Learning, is a leading provider of innovative teaching and learning solutions for the World Languages Higher Education market. The company’s products and services are designed to foster academic excellence and professional development, increase student engagement and improve learning outcomes. Languages: Spanish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Chinese
Higher Education Press
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Address: Floor 23, No 4 Huixin Dongjie, Beijing, Fusheng Dasha, Chaoy, China 100029 Phone: 0086 10 58581350 Fax: 0086 10 58556014 Contact: Wang Chao Email:
[email protected] Website: www.chinesexp.com.cn Description: Founded in 1954, the Higher Education Press (Group), or HEP, is a large comprehensive publisher in China. The Experiencing Chinese series have gained excellent reputation in many U.S. schools, which range in nature from K-12 education to vocational education, and the rich multimedia resources guide the user toward “Experiencing Chinese, Experiencing Happiness, and Experiencing Success.” Languages: Chinese
Holt McDougal
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Address: 222 Berkeley St., Boston MA 02116 Phone: 617-351-5344 Fax: 617-351-1169 Contact: Carol Whalen Email:
[email protected] Website: www.hmheducation.com Description: As part of the Houghton Mifflin Harcourt family, Holt McDougal is the leading world languages publisher, offering the solid pedagogy and the cuttingedge materials you have come to expect. Whether it’s Spanish, French, or German, our outstanding array of print and digital programs helps transform your classroom into a global learning experience. If you’re ready to go somewhere exciting, then pack your bags, because Holt McDougal is ready to take you there. Languages: Spanish, French, German, Chinese, Japanese, Italian
Ideal Foreign Books
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Address: 132-10 Hillside Avenue, Richmond Hill, NY 11418 Phone: 800-284-2490 Fax: 718-297-7645 Contact: Alain Fetaya Email:
[email protected] Website: www.idealforeignbooks.com Description: We provide our customers with a onestop personal and professional service when it comes to ordering any and all materials published in Spain, Latin America, France and the Francophone world, Italy and Germany. Materials include methods, vocabulary, grammar, conversation, civilization, literature, readers, dictionaries and other supplementary materials. Languages: Spanish, French, German, Italian
Exhibitor Directory IES Abroad
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Address: 33 N. LaSalle St., 15th Floor, Chicago, IL 60602 Phone: 800-995-2300 Fax: 312-944-1448 Website: www.iesabroad.org Description: Founded in 1950, IES Abroad is a notfor-profit academic consortium of more than 200 highly selective U.S. colleges and universities that educates more than 5,500 students each year. With 108 programs in 36 locations, IES Abroad is dedicated to offering outstanding academic options coupled with everyday opportunities for immersion in the local culture. Languages: Arabic (Colloquial Moroccan and Modern Standard), Catalan, Dutch, French, German, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin, Portuguese, Spanish, Turkish, Urdu
Instituto Cervantes
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Address: Amster Yard 211-215 East 49th St., New York, NY 10017 Phone: 212-308-7720 Fax: 212-308-7721 Contact: Carmen Blánquez Lozano Email:
[email protected] Website: nuevayork.cervantes.es Description: The Instituto Cervantes was founded in 1991 to promote Spanish language teaching and knowledge of the cultures of Spanish-speaking countries throughout the world. It is now the largest international Spanish teaching organization. There are currently three U.S. locations: New York, Chicago and Albuquerque. Languages: Spanish
Intercultural Student Experiences (ISE)
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Address: 129 N. 2nd St. #102, Minneapolis, MN 55401 Phone: 612-436-8295 Fax: 612-436-8298 Contact: Anca Coleman Email:
[email protected] Website: www.isemn.org Description: ISE is a nonprofit organization that has inspired teachers and students through culture and language immersion programs for over 40 years. Our one-of-a-kind educational travel programs combine sightseeing with an authentic family stay. Students and teachers experience true immersion in the language and culture on our programs because ISE is where language matters. The ISE mission: To inspire and educate students of the world through experiential learning across cultures. Languages: French, German, Spanish, Mandarin
International Association for Language Learning Technology (IALLT)
IQChinese Corp. 1327
Address: Choate Rosemary Hall, 333 Christian St., Wallingford, CT 06492 Phone: 203-697-2588 Contact: Charles E. Long Email:
[email protected] Website: www.iallt.org Description: IALLT is a professional organization dedicated to promoting effective uses of instructional technology for language teaching, learning, and research. Professionals in the field of language learning technology require knowledge from a broad range of disciplines. IALLT facilitates the exchange of information in areas such as, instructional media design and development, curricular integration, needs assessment, learning center layout, hardware and software evaluation.
International Book Import Service (IBIS), Cornelsen, Klett 846 Address: P.O. Box 8188, 161 Main St., Lynchburg, TN 37352-8188 Phone: 800-277-4247 Fax: 866-277-2722 Contact: Barbara Patten, Eva Heinrich, Christiane Frederickson Email:
[email protected],
[email protected],
[email protected] Website: www.ibiservice.com, www.cornelsen.de, www.klett.de Description: IBIS will exhibit a wide variety of authentic Deutsch als Fremdsprache publications from Cornelsen and Klett: textbooks, grammar books, readers, and ancillary materials for learners of all ages, as well as training materials for ZD, DSD, and AP exams. Language: German
International Schools Services, Inc.
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Address: 15 Roszel Road, Princeton, NJ 08540 Phone: 609-452-0990 Fax: 609-452-2690 Contact: Bruce McWilliams Email:
[email protected] Website: www.iss.edu Description: The World Language Initiative (WLI) provides learning resources, teacher training and consultancy designed to improve the instruction of Arabic for Native and Non-Native speakers. The WLI has recently published a comprehensive set of standards based Student Learner Packs for grades K–8 Arabic instruction. Languages: Arabic, English
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Address: 17595 Harvard Ave. #C268, Irvine, CA 92614 Phone: 949-596-4065 Contact: Serena Chang Email:
[email protected] Website: www.iqchinese.com Description: IQChinese Corp., a world-leading Chinese language solution provider. IQChinese believes the unique “Type to Learn” Method of Learning Chinese enables it to more easily service its core marketplace. “Type-to-Learn” Chinese eliminates the “mystery” of Chinese with the familiarity of a basic computer keyboard. The “IQ” in IQChinese products is real. It can “speak” any possible combination of Mandarin sounds and tones in a native speaker’s voice. Languages: Chinese teaching and learning courseware which includes both Traditional and Simplified Version
The Japan Foundation, Los Angeles
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Address: 5700 Wilshire Blvd., Ste. 100, Los Angeles, CA 90036 Phone: 323-761-7510 Fax: 323-761-7517 Contact: Maki Watanabe Isoyama Email:
[email protected] Website: www.jflalc.org, www.facebook.com/JFLALC Description: The Japan Foundation promotes international cultural exchange and mutual understanding between Japan and overseas countries. We provide comprehensive assistance for Japanese language educators nationwide including professional development, “Advocacy Kit” and various types of grants. Language: Japanese
Jarir Bookstore
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Address: 11107 Brookhurst St., Garden Grove, CA 92840 Phone: 714-539-8100 Fax: 714-539-8130 Contact: Jarir Saadoun Email:
[email protected] Website: www.alkitab.com Description: Specializing in classical and contemporary books in the Arabic language, and also offering an extensive selection of children’s Arabic books, books translated to or written in English, Arabic audio and video products, and other items.
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Exhibitor Directory JPT America, Inc.
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Address: 477 Littlefield Ave., South San Francisco, CA 94080 Phone: 650-583-4040 Fax: 650-583-4042 Contact: Takehiko Yoshizaki Email:
[email protected] Website: www.jptamerica.com Description: For educators and learners of Japanese, Japan Language Center offers comprehensive coverage of Japanese language educational materials, textbooks, linguistic books, dictionaries, audiovisual aids, reference guides and more. We also distribute materials for university bookstores. JPT America, Inc. is the exclusive agent for Bonjinsha in the U.S. and Canada. Language: Japanese
Kinokuniya Bookstores of America
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Address: 1612 K St., Ste. 1201, Washington, DC 20006 Phone: 202-419-3400 Fax: 202-419-0498 Contact: Kwang-cheol Lee Email:
[email protected] Website: www.kf.or.kr/ Description: Headquartered in Seoul, the Korea Foundation is a nonprofit public organization committed to promoting a better understanding of Korea in the international community through a variety of academic, intellectual, and cultural support programs.
Langenscheidt Educational Services
Address: 111 West 11th Street, New York, NY 10011 Phone: 212-725-0037 Fax: 212-725-0037 Contact: Kazuo Tsuda Email:
[email protected] Website: www.kisetsu.org Description: The purpose of this organization will be to provide high quality language and cultural education support services to enhance teaching performance as well as student learning in order to achieve the fullest potential for language and cultural education. We intend to develop programs, products and services in the area of language and cultural education. Languages: Japanese
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Address: Kodansha USA, 451 Park Ave. South, New York, NY 10016 Phone: 917-322-6230 Fax: 212-935-6929 Contact: Laura Shatzkin Email:
[email protected] Website: www.kodanshausa.com Description: Kodansha is world-renowned as the publisher of books on all aspects of Japanese culture. Our extensive list includes language instruction programs, dictionaries, and grammar texts, as well as works of literature, cookbooks, books on martial arts, popular culture, art and architecture, crafts, and travel. Languages: Japanese
Korea Foundation
Address: 1581 Webster St., San Francisco, CA 94115 Phone: 415-567-6787 Fax: 415-567-4109 Contact: Satoshi Ito Email:
[email protected] Website: www.kinokuniya.com Description: The Kinokuniya Bookstore sales office specializes in promoting and distributing Japanese language learning and teaching materials. Language: Japanese
Kisetsu.org/Movement for Language and Cultural, Inc.
Kodansha USA
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Address: 6957 West North Ave., Chicago, IL 60302 Phone: 800-458-1226 Fax: 708-445-1553 Contact: Dagmar Schalliol Email:
[email protected] Website: www.langenscheidt.com Description: Langenscheidt offers high school and college textbook series for beginning, intermediate and advanced level German as well as AP German. Languages: German, Spanish, French, Italian
The Language Flagship
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Address: P.O. Box 20010, Arlington, VA 22209 Phone: 703-696-1991 Fax: 703-696-5667 Contact: Allison Trepod Email:
[email protected] Description: The Language Flagship is an innovative partnership to enhance critical language learning. Flagship’s goal is to bring students to ACTFL Superiorlevel proficiency alongside an academic major of their choosing through our network of 22 universities and 10 Overseas Flagship Centers. Languages: Arabic, Chinese, Hindi, Urdu, Korean, Persian, Portuguese, Russian, Swahili, Turkish
Language Learning for Business and the Professions: Centers for International Business Education and Research (CIBER) 611 Address: 319 Grinter Hall, Gainesville, FL 32611 Phone: 352-273-4723 Fax: 352-392-7682 Contact: Mary Risner Email:
[email protected] Website: www.nble.org Description: The U.S. Department of Education Title VI-funded CIBER network links the needs of the U.S. business community with international education and language training. The 31 CIBER Centers serve as resources to businesspeople, students, and educators at all levels. CIBERs represented at the ACTFL booth are: University of Pennsylvania, University of Florida, Florida International University, and George Washington University. Languages: All languages
Language Testing International, Inc. (LTI)
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Address: 3 Barker Ave., 3rd Floor, White Plains, NY 10601 Phone: 914-963-7110 Fax: 914-963-7113 Contact: Gabriel Cruz Email:
[email protected] Website: www.languagetesting.com Description: Language Testing International (LTI), the exclusive licensee of ACTFL, is committed to offering language assessments supported by the highest level of service, utilizing the latest technologies to deliver quick and valid results. ACTFL assessments are available in 80+ languages and are delivered and/or rated exclusively by ACTFL Certified Testers and Raters. Languages: 80+ world languages
LanguagePlan-it
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Address: P.O. Box 67516, Rochester, NY 14617 Phone: 585-719-5454 Contact: Alicia Fonseca Email:
[email protected] Website: www.languageplan-it.com Description: LanguagePlan-it creates formal lesson plans complete with all materials necessary for lesson delivery. We make it possible for teachers across all languages to teach to the same learning objective simultaneously including common assessments and activities. All plans come complete with explicit student-centered and differentiated learning objectives which are integrated into any curriculum or language learning program. Languages: Spanish, French, Italian, Russian, Arabic
Exhibitor Directory Languages Canada/ Langues Canada
LinguaZone 1051
Address: 161 Gilmour St., Ottawa, ON, Canada V3S 6Z8 Phone: 613-324-8409 Fax: 888-277-0522 Contact: Maud Pinard Fréchette Email:
[email protected] Website: www.languagescanada.ca Description: Languages Canada is Canada’s premier language organization representing its two official languages: English and French. Membership is limited to schools which meet the rigorous standards of the association and who are committed to upholding them. Languages Canada is recognized by the Canadian government and internationally. Come to our booth to meet Languages Canada and its participating French members: International Language Schools of Canada, École Québec Monde, Université du Québec à TroisRivières, University of Victoria and Université McGill. Languages: French, English
Learn Spanish in Valladolid
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Address: Acera Recoletos (Tourist Office), Valladolid, Spain Phone: +34 983 219 438 Fax: +34 983 217 860 Contact: Loreto Arenales Email:
[email protected] Website: www.spanishvalladolid.com Description: The Spanish language is the major asset of Valladolid. Its humanistic legacy, the university, its incessant cultural life, industrial and economic activity and, above all, its people improve and enrich the learning experience of students in Valladolid, the ideal place to learn Spanish. Languages: Spanish
Lingt Language, Inc.
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Address: 410 Steiner St., Ste. 1, San Francisco, CA 94117 Phone: 415-894-5464 Fax: 415-534-0815 Contact: Kim Vuu Email:
[email protected] Website: www.lingtlanguage.com Description: Lingt Language, Inc. builds educational technology to help students learn foreign languages in new and innovative ways. Our main product, Lingt Classroom, lets you create online assignments that make engaging in spoken performance as natural as giving out a worksheet. Languages: Lingt Classroom can be used to teach all languages
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Address: 417 Yorkshire Rd., Bryn Mawr, PA 19010 Phone: 484-372-0310 Fax: 717-249-0237 Contact: Elizabeth S. Dete Email:
[email protected] Website: www.linguazone.com Description: LinguaZone offers three resources for teachers. LinguaZone.com offers web-based multimedia tools to customize lessons. Prima Lingua is a preparatory course designed for students beginning language study. Summer Language Camps in the Philadelphia area for students interested in learning something new, remediation or advancement. Languages: French, Spanish, German, Russian, Latin, Ancient Greek, Italian, Albanian, Romanian, English, Chinese
Livemocha
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Address: 1011 Western Ave., Ste. 1000, Seattle, WA 98104 Phone: 617-645-0160 Contact: Julia Bonnheim Email:
[email protected] Website: www.livemocha.com Description: Livemocha is the world’s largest language learning community, fusing traditional teaching methods with practice with native speakers. The Livemocha community contains nearly 15 million members from over 195 countries, including 300,000 certified teachers. Voted one of Time Magazine’s 50 Best Websites, Livemocha offers basic courses in 38 languages and a fluency series, the Active Courses, in Spanish, French, Italian, German and English. Languages: Arabic, Bulgarian, Catalan, Croatian, Czech, Dutch, English, Esperanto, Estonian, Farsi, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hebrew, Hindi, Hungarian, Icelandic, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Latvian, Mandarin Chinese, Polish, Portuguese (Brazil), Portuguese (Portugal), Romanian, Russian, Serbian, Slovak, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish, Ukrainian, Urdu
McGraw-Hill Higher Education 601 Address: Two Penn Plaza, 20th Floor, New York, NY 10121-2298 Phone: 212-904-3732 Fax: 212-904-3561 Contact: Jorge Arbujas Email:
[email protected] Website: www.mhhe.com Description: McGraw-Hill World Languages offers teaching and learning solutions for Spanish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin, and Russian. Our nationally renowned authors and highly qualified editorial staff ensure the publication of innovative, pedagogically sound and comprehensive language programs for all teaching environments, supported by the best digital learning platform in the market, Connect: connect. mcgraw-hill.com/. Stop by to learn more and visit us online at www.mhhe.com. Languages: Spanish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin, Russian
McGraw-Hill Professional
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Address: 1221 Avenue of Americas, 45th Floor, New York, NY 10020 Phone: 212-512-3501 Fax: 212-512-4346 Contact: Elizabeth Schacht Email:
[email protected] Website: mhprofessional.com Description: McGraw-Hill Professional publishes the bestselling Practice Makes Perfect series, Schaum’s Outlines, Vox and Harrap’s dictionaries. Please visit our display for Spanish, French, Italian, and Chinese language resources appropriate for high school and college students. Languages: All major world languages
McGraw-Hill School Education Group
601
Address: 8787 Orion Pl., Columbus, OH 43240-4027 Phone: 212-904-6881 Fax: 212-904-6633 Contact: Rose Presley-Alston Email:
[email protected] Website: MHEonline.com Description: Glencoe and Wright Group, trusted names in world languages education, provide leading K-12 products such as Invitation to World Languages, ¡Viva el español!, Español para ti, ¿Cómo te va?, ¡Asi se dice!, El español para nosotros, Bon voyage!, Trésors du temps, and Latin for Americans. Stop by our booth to see these and other innovative and respected products. Take a tour of eStudio (powered by Quia)—a platform that contains all components of our new Spanish program online. Languages: Spanish, French, Latin, German, Italian, Russian, Japanese
MEP School
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Address: 8124 N. Ridgeway Ave., Skokie, IL 60076 Phone: 847-676-1596 Fax: 847-676-1195 Contact: Daniel Eastman Email:
[email protected] Website: www.schoenhofs.com Description: Leading distributor of foreign language materials for K-12 and beyond. We supply French, German, Italian and Spanish textbooks, reference materials, literature, AP, teacher resources, periodicals, audiovisuals, games, posters, software and more. Languages: French, German, Italian, Spanish
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Exhibitor Directory Merriam-Webster
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Address: 47 Federal St., Springfield, MA 01105 Phone: 413-734-3134 Fax: 413-734-2014 Contact: Don Bernier Email:
[email protected] Website: www.merriam-webster.com/ Description: From premier Collegiate-branded reference books to top-rated mobile apps, Merriam-Webster is America’s leading provider of language information in print and digital formats. Visit our booth to learn more about new products including Merriam-Webster’s Illustrated Spanish-English Student Dictionary, Merriam-Webster’s Spanish-English Medical Dictionary, new visual dictionaries, and our Learner’s Dictionary app.
Mexican Spanish Language Schools
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Middlebury Language Schools 815
Nan Hai Books
Address: Sunderland Language Center, Middlebury College, Middlebury, VT 05753 Phone: 802-443-5510 Fax: 802-443-2075 Contact: Brook Escobedo Email:
[email protected] Website: www.middlebury.edu/sa, www.middlebury. edu/ls Description: Middlebury offers summer intensive immersion programs from beginning to advanced levels in 10 languages, 37 study abroad sites, and many graduate programs. Small classes, in-language activities, and Language Pledge. Need-based financial aid and fellowships available. Languages: Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish
Address: 3000 Lakeside Dr., Santa Clara, CA 95054 Phone: 408-380-8088 Fax: 408-380-8089 Contact: Mark Zhang Email:
[email protected] Website: www.nanhaibooks.com Description: Nan Hai Books offers the biggest collection of Chinese language learning textbooks and reference materials, ranging from K-16 core language course materials as well as textbooks for Chinese culture, Business Chinese, and test-prep materials for SAT-II and AP Chinese. Languages: Chinese
Minds Abroad
Address: 1900 E. Tenth Street, Eigenmann Hall, Room 701, Bloomington, IN 47406-7512 Phone: 812-856-3699 Fax: 812-856-1206 Contact: Amber Kent Email:
[email protected] Website: nalrc.indiana.edu Description: NALRC serves the African language learning community, sponsoring educational and professional activities for improving the accessibility and quality of African language instruction. We encourage a variety of pedagogical approaches to accommodate learners and the integration of culture in language learning. Languages: Acholi, Afrikaans, Amharic, Arabic, Bamana, Baoule, Beti & Ewondo, Bemba, Chichewa, Dinka, Edo, Ewe, Fang, Fon, Fulfuda, Moore & Dioula, Hausa, Igbo, IsiXhosa, Kamba, Kikongo, Kikuyu, Kimbundu, Kinyarwanda, Kirundi, Kpelle, Krio, Lingala, Luganda, Luo, Mandinka, Malagasy, Maasai, Mende, Ndebele, Nuer, Oromo, Oshvambo, Pulaar, Runyankore, Sango, Sesotho, Setswana, Shona, SiSwati, Somali, Swahili, Tamazight, Temne, Tigrinya, Tsonga, Twi, Venda, Wolof, Yoruba, Zarma, Zulu
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Address: San Juan 4, Colonia Las Palmas, Cuernavaca, Morelos, Mexico 62051 Phone: +52-777-318-6407 Fax: +52-777-312-5418 Contact: Harriet Guerrero Email:
[email protected] Website: www.mexicosi.org Description: Meet and understand your distant neighbor (Mexico) by studying at one of our schools. We offer year-round programs for teachers, students and professional groups. Mexico is your best destination to study Spanish and Mexican culture. Languages: Spanish
Address: 6000 Brass Lantern Rd., Raleigh, NC 27606 Phone: 877-822-7623 Fax: 919-341-5248 Contact: Carl Jaramillo Email:
[email protected] Website: www.mindsabroad.com Description: Minds Abroad offers customized programs in China that incorporate language or culture classes, service learning, rural homestays, and educational travel. Students can transfer academic credit with our programs. To ensure the best possible student–teacher interaction, classes are limited to only three students.
Middlebury Interactive Languages 627
My International Family
Address: 152 Maple St., Middlebury, VT 05753 Phone: 802-442-2900 Contact: Jason Fishbein Email:
[email protected] Website: www.middleburyinteractive.com Description: Middlebury Interactive Languages is the national leader in online world language instruction to K-12 students and institutions. We offer a range of dynamic and innovative language courses based on Middlebury College’s renowned immersion methodology. Middlebury-Monterey Language Academy is our summer immersion program. Middlebury Interactive is a joint venture between Middlebury College and K12 Inc. Languages: Spanish, French, Chinese, Arabic, German, Latin
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Address: 5916 W. Waveland Ave., Chicago, IL 60634 Phone: 1-866-440-5771 Fax: 312-674-7643 Contact: Will Mejia Email:
[email protected] Website: www.myinternationalfamily.com Description: My International Family creates the ultimate travel experience by completely immersing students and teachers in the language and culture of their choice. Receive private tours or language instruction from homestay families who offer a unique insider’s look at their country. Languages: English, French, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Spanish
National African Language Resource Center (NALRC)
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National Association of District Supervisors of Foreign Languages (NADSFL) 1503 Address: 50 Springdale Rd., Princeton, NJ 08540 Contact: Priscilla Russel Email:
[email protected] Website: www.nadsfl.org Description: NADSFL is a professional organization for supervisors of world languages programs at the district or school level. It provides professional development for its members and convenes annually just prior to the ACTFL Convention.
Exhibitor Directory National Heritage Language Resource Center (NHLRC)–UCLA 737 Address: 1333 Rolfe Hall, Los Angeles, CA 90095 Phone: 310-825-2510 Fax: 310-206-5183 Contact: Kathryn Paul Email:
[email protected] Description: NHLRC is a research and program development office and one of 15 national Language Resource Centers. Our focus is on the study of and support of heritage language learners, teachers and communities through materials development, training and program development and support.
National Language Service Corps
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Address: 1216 Arch Street, 4th Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19107 Phone: 215-609-1544 Fax: 215-735-8715 Contact: Suzanne Grossman Email:
[email protected] Website: www.nsc-languages.org, www.nscphila.org Description: NSC is a nonprofit organization that has been providing language translation and interpretation services in the Delaware Valley since 1921. Today we serve immigrants and refugees, businesses, nonprofits, government agencies, and individuals on projects of every size, scope, and subject. Languages: We provide translation and interpretation services in over 150 languages. Our Interpreter Training Workshops are for bilingual speakers of any language. Instruction is in English.
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Address: P.O. Box 12221, Arlington, VA 22219 Phone: 703-284-9146 Contact: Wei-Tsu Huang Email:
[email protected] Website: www.nlscorps.org Description: The National Language Service Corps (NLSC) is a one-of-a kind organization that offers citizens with language skills the chance to help communities during times of crises, emergencies and non-emergencies; domestic or abroad. These individuals make themselves available to help others in times of emergency or crisis wherever that may be. They have the opportunity to help their neighbors and fellow citizens by participating in national and state efforts when their expertise can make a difference. Languages: All languages
National Security Agency (NSA)
Nationalities Service Center
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Address: MB2, Suite 6779, Fort Meade, MD 20755-6779 Phone: 410-854-5901 Fax: 410-854-1960 Contact: Jen Fernandes Email:
[email protected] Website: www.nsa.gov/careers Description: The NSA/CSS core missions are to protect U.S. national security systems and to produce foreign signals intelligence information.
The New York Times
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Address: Northeast Conference at Dickinson College, 28 N. College St., Carlisle, PA 17013 Phone: 717-245-1977 Fax: 717-245-1976 Contact: Rebecca Kline Email:
[email protected] Website: www.nectfl.org Description: NECTFL is the largest regional organization serving educators pre-K-16+. We provide outstanding leadership, advocacy and professional development through a yearly conference that attracts attendees from 40 states and 15 countries, through our new webinar series and through our online journal, the NECTFL Review! Join us at the Baltimore Marriott Waterfront, March 7-10, 2013. Our theme is “Developing Leaders for Tomorrow’s Learners.”
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Address: 613 South Ave., Weston, MA, 02493 Phone: 781-890-2666 Fax: 781-890-2799 Contact: Jessie Morris Email:
[email protected] Website: www.ontheavenuemarketing.com Description: The New York Times is the largest metropolitan newspaper in the U.S. It is frequently relied upon as the official and authoritative reference for modern events. Visit The New York Times booth for 50% off home delivery, plus digital, and receive a free gift with subscription.
Noorart Inc.
Northeast Conference on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (NECTFL)
Nulu
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Address: 101 West Broadway, Ste. 200, San Diego, CA 92101 Phone: 800-376-4049 Contact: Avi Stieglitz Email:
[email protected] Website: www.nululanguages.com Description: Nulu is the best daily supplement to build foreign language skills. It combines fresh news articles, human translation and pronunciation, and a contextualized review system to effectively and enjoyably complement foreign language instruction. Whatever else you do, be sure to Nulu, too.
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Address: 1356 Exchange Dr., Richardson, TX 75081 Phone: 972-234-9108 Fax: 972-534-1442 Contact: Hani Ghosheh Email:
[email protected] Website: www.noorart.com Description: Noorart is dedicated to educating and inspiring our Arab kids, youth and adults in the West by producing and distributing quality educational products.
Olivia and Hill Press
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Address: 3460 East Ellsworth Rd., Ann Arbor, MI 48108 Phone: 734-971-0202 Fax: 734-971-0220 Contact: Cindy Grime Email:
[email protected] Website: www.oliviahill.com Description: The Olivia and Hill Press publishes a series of self-study handbooks for students of French, Spanish, German, Italian, Russian, Latin, Japanese, Arabic and Chinese, introducing them to English grammar and pointing out the similarities and differences with the language studied. Complements any textbook and method. Languages: French, Spanish, German, Italian, Russian, Latin, Japanese, Arabic, Chinese
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Exhibitor Directory Overseas Chinese Affairs Council, R.O.C (Taiwan)
Pearson 1201
Perillo Tours, Inc.
Address: Floors 15, No. 5, Hsuchou Road, Taipei, Taiwan, R.O.C Phone: 886-2-2327-2600 Fax: 886-2-2356-6338 Contact: Elly Chang Email:
[email protected] Website: www.huayuworld.org Description: Republic of China (Taiwan) setups Taiwan Academy in Culture Center of Taipei Economic and Cultural Office at Houston and Los Angeles. Taiwan Academy provides Chinese education service through face-to-face courses and online distance learning.
Address: 1900 E. Lake Ave., Glenview, IL 60026 Phone: 847-486-2213 Contact: Cathy Wilson Email:
[email protected] Website: www.pearsonschool.com Description: Pearson, the leader in pre-K–12 education solutions, transforms education by connecting personalized, assessment-driven programs, services, school improvement strategies, and technology that deliver improved outcomes in student performance and classroom instruction. Pearson’s research-based curriculum in print, digital, or blended options engages digital natives while empowering teachers with professional development training and services.
Pacific Northwest Council for Languages (PNCFL)
Peking University Press
Address: Perillo Plaza, 577 Chestnut Ridge Rd., Woodcliff Lake, NJ 07677 Phone: 855-784-7687 Fax: 201-829-9235 Contact: Laurie Sickles Email:
[email protected] Website: www.perillotours.com Description: Since 1945, the Perillo family has been America’s leader in tourism to Italy. Today Perillo Tours also provides the same quality tours to Italy and beyond. Perillo Tours works with the educator so that learners of all ages can experience the richness and diversity of the world, while applying their learning through hands-on experiences such as performances, language immersions, art discoveries and even cooking classes! Languages: Perillo Tours provides international tours. All languages are applicable.
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Address: 5290 University of Oregon, Eugene, OR 97403-5295 Phone: 360-352-5498 Fax: 360-709-0202 Contact: Lauren Kiolet Email:
[email protected] Website: www.pncfl.org Description: PNCFL advocates for the value of world languages as a core curriculum and supports policies that reflect this ideal. PNCFL connects world language educators from Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington and Wyoming at regional and national levels and inspires them to improve instruction for all students through professional development and leadership opportunities. Language: Non-language specific
Passports Educational Travel
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Address: 389 Main St., 461 West Sturbridge Rd., Spencer, MA 01562 Phone: 508-885-4600 Fax: 508-885-0329 Contact: Shawn D. Bernard Email:
[email protected] Website: www.passports.com/ Description: Passports Educational Group Travel provides travel tours for high school and college students, their teachers and professors, and adults. Travel trips are scheduled year-round to Europe, Scandinavia, Africa, the Caribbean, Asia and Australia at low, guaranteed prices, and are normally accompanied by local group organizers, who enjoy special benefits. For immediate assistance, call 800-332-7277.
Pearson
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Address: One Lake St., Upper Saddle River, NJ 07458 Contact: Denise Miller Email:
[email protected] Website: www.pearson.com Description: Pearson is the world’s leading education company, providing educational materials, technologies, assessments and related services to teachers and students of all ages.
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Address: 205 Chengfu Rd., Haidian, Beijing, China 100871 Phone: 8610 62767349 Fax: 8610 62556201 Contact: Deng Xiaoxia Email:
[email protected] Website: www.pup.cn Description: Peking University Press is one of the largest academic and educational publishers in China. PUP has published a remarkable range of textbooks and scholarly works in nearly all academic disciplines. The PUP Department of Chinese Language has published all sorts of books for foreigners who take Chinese as a second language, including textbooks, reading materials, learning materials and teaching materials. Languages: English, Chinese
People’s Education Press
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Address: 17-1 Zhongguancun Nandajie, Haidian, Beijing, China 100081 Phone: 86 10 58759836 Fax: 86 10 58759335 Contact: Zhao Huan Email:
[email protected] Website: www.pep.com.cn Description: The People’s Education Press is the largest educational publishing house in China. It mainly engages in school textbooks for Chinese students and Chinese teaching materials for foreigners from K-12 to adults, such as Learn Chinese with Me, Kuaile Hanyu. Since its establishment, a total of over 30,000 titles have been published with 60 billion copies. Languages: Chinese, English
PPP Company Limited
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Address: Unit 713, Level 7, Core E, Cyberport 3, 100 Cyberport Road, Cyberport, Hong Kong Phone: +852 2201 9725 Fax: +852 2869 4554 Contact: Audrey Reisdorffer Email:
[email protected] Website: www.primarymandarin.com/ Description: P3 is a Hong Kong-based publisher which closely works with international schools in Hong Kong, Singapore and China and has developed a whole range of bilingual products to support primary school Mandarin departments. For the past three years, we have implemented an integrated suite of teaching resources (Primary Mandarin) which is now used in over 200 schools worldwide. Primary Mandarin products are used by 2 million primary students in Asia, North America and the UK. Languages: Simplified Chinese
Pro Lingua Associates
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Address: P.O. Box 1348, Brattleboro, VT 05302 Phone: 802-257-7779 Fax: 802-257-5117 Contact: Arthur Burrows Email:
[email protected] Website: www.ProLinguaAssociates.com Description: Since 1980, Pro Lingua has been publishing innovative and original, student-centered language learning materials. Many of these materials are photocopyable teacher resources. Our primary focus has been material for ELLs from middle school to adult, but many of our books are appropriate for teaching other languages.
Exhibitor Directory Qatar Foundation International 623 Address: 1828 L St. NW, Ste. 1180, Washington, DC 20010 Phone: 202-652-0147 Fax: 202-652-0194 Contact: Arabic Language and Culture Initiative Email:
[email protected] Website: www.qfi.org Description: Qatar Foundation International is a not-forprofit U.S.-based member of Qatar Foundation, dedicated to advancing global citizenship through education. QFI focuses on grant-giving and programmatic activities that promote education as a force that facilitates collaboration across geographical, social and cultural boundaries. Languages: Arabic
QTalk Publishing
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Address: 15 Marshall Dr., Enfield, CT 06082 Phone: 1-877-549-1841 Fax: 212-219-9895 Contact: Catherine Waldron Email:
[email protected] Website: www.qtalkpublishing.com Description: Do your students speak fluently? Used by thousands of teachers worldwide, Maurice Hazan’s scientifically-based QTalk® method of language instruction enables students to think and speak the target language with ease! SMART Board activities, online practice games, curriculum series, visual vocabulary delivery, teacher guides, student workbooks, classroom games and assessment stickers. Languages: Spanish, French, Chinese (Mandarin), English, Japanese
Quia Corporation
Radio France Internationale
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Address: 104 avenue du Pt Kennedy, 75016 Paris, France Phone: + 33 1 84 22 73 84 Contact: Lidwien van Dixhoorn Email:
[email protected] Website: www.rfi.fr/languefrancaise Description: International news radio station that broadcasts worldwide in 13 languages via its FM network, the Internet, mobile phones, cable and satellite. Thanks to its expertise and network of correspondents, RFI offers independent news and understanding of information. The “Langue Française” department of RFI provides learners and teachers of French online resources for the French classroom with lessons and ready-to-use listening exercises. Language: French lessons by audio and multimedia
Real Language right away
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Address: P.O. Box 576, Downers Grove, IL 60515 Phone: 630-408-2425 Fax: 630-969-0131 Contact: Elizabeth Roberts Email:
[email protected] Website: www.reallanguagerightaway.com Description: Created by teachers, Real Language right away is a unique communicative approach for beginner language students. The program is perfect for elementary and middle school language programs, and our products provide excellent supplemental materials for high school language teachers. We offer the following products in Level I and Level II for French and Spanish: Teacher Starter Kit, Partner Conversations book, Student Activity Book, Teacher’s Guide, Audio CD, and Partner Conversations eBook. Languages: French, Spanish
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Address: 777 Mariners Island Blvd., Suite 600, San Mateo, CA 94404 Phone: 855-255-8800 Fax: 650-372-4301 Contact: Subscriptions Department Email:
[email protected] Website: www.quia.com Description: Quia Corporation (now IXL Learning) is an educational technology company like no other. Our products include Quia Web, the original “create-yourown” website for teachers, and Quia Books, which brings languages like Spanish, Chinese, and Arabic to life as the leading online platform for world languages courses. Languages: Spanish, Chinese, Arabic
Robotel Inc.
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Address: 3185 Rue Delaunay, Laval, QC, Canada, H7L 5A4 Phone: 450-680-1448 Fax: 450-680-1928 Contact: Gerry Sullivan Email:
[email protected] Website: www.robotel.com Description: SmartClass+ WiFi Digital Language Lab system supports desktops, laptops, and tablets (iPad & Android), and both wired and wireless networks. Workstations can be school-supplied or BYOD (Bring Your Own Device). SmartClass+ HomeWork supports web-based access to self-study language exercises.
Routledge/Taylor & Francis Group
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Address: 711 Third Ave., New York, NY 10017 Phone: 800-634-7064 Fax: 800-248-4724 Contact: Jessica Plummer Email: Jessica.plummer@@taylorandfrancis.com Website: www.routledge.com/languages Description: The Routledge Language Learning program publishes the best in reference and teaching resources for all levels of the language learner in a wide array of languages. Among the highlighted titles at ACTFL, please visit www.routledge.com/languages for our extensive list of offerings. Languages: Afrikaans, Albanian, Amharic, Arabic, Basque, Bengali, Breton, Bulgaria, Cambodian, Cantonese, Catalan, Chinese, Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Estonian, Finnish, French, German, Georgian, Greek, Gujarati, Hebrew, Hindi, Hungarian, Icelandic, Indonesian, Irish, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Latvian, Lithuanian, Malay, Mongolian, Norwegian, Panjabi, Persian, Polish, Portuguese, Portuguese of Brazil, Romanian, Scottish Gaelic, Serbian, Slovak, Slovene, Somali, Spanish, Spanish of Latin America, Swahili, Swedish, Tamil, Thai, Turkish, Ukranian, Urdu, Vietnamese, Welsh, Yiddish, Yoruba
San Diego State University – Language Acquisition Resource Center 737 Address: 5500 Campanile Dr., EBA 419, San Diego, CA 92182 Phone: 619-594-7887 Fax: 619-594-0511 Contact: Raquel Cardoso Email:
[email protected] Website: larc.sdsu.edu Description: The Language Acquisition Resource Center (LARC) is a national Language Resource Center located on the San Diego State University campus. LARC, a San Diego University-housed program sponsored by San Diego State University Research Foundation (SDSURF), is one of 15 Department of Education Title VI-funded Language Resource Centers (LRCs). The LRCs were established by Congress in 1989. Their purpose is to improve the teaching and learning of foreign and second languages in the United States. Our mission is to develop and support the teaching and learning of foreign languages in the United States through research, technology, and publications. Particular attention is paid to less commonly taught languages, cross-cultural issues, language skills assessment, and teacher training. Languages: Arabic, Persian, Iraqi, Pashto, Russian
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Exhibitor Directory Sanako
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Address: 16 West Main St., Suite 757, Rochester, NY 14614 Phone: 888-611-4785 Fax: 888-389-3858 Contact: Michael Murphy Email:
[email protected] Website: www.sanako.com Description: Sanako enjoys a reputation for quality and innovation and is the premier provider of digital language labs which enable creative language learning at school or at home. Sanako solutions provide a dynamic environment for students to excel and teachers to maintain focused learning. Sanako and our certified resellers provide first class training and support at all levels of learning. Please visit our booth to see our cloud-based language learning system, Study Speak!
Santillana USA Publishing Co., Inc.
Address: 2032 NW 84th Ave., Doral, FL 33122 Phone: 1-800-245-8585 Fax: 1-888-248-9518 Contact: Janelle Cepero Email:
[email protected] Website: www.santillanausa.com Description: Santillana USA is dedicated to the diffusion of the Spanish and English languages, with second language instructional materials and children’s literature for K-12 education. We work in conjunction with other Santillana offices around the world to bring you the best in both languages. Languages: Spanish, ESL
SAT Subject Tests SANS, Inc. (Exclusive Licensor of Sony Language Learning Systems) 909 Address: 10 White Wood Ln., N Branford, CT 06471 Phone: 203-315-5529 Fax: 203-481-4870 Contact: Stella Derum Email:
[email protected] Website: www.sansinc.com/ Description: Engage students in a collaborative environment, provide individualized learning, build student confidence to boost interpersonal communication skills, create real-world, content rich activities, simplify AP® testing—these are just some of the compelling reasons to choose Sony Virtuoso™ digital lab technology. Extend language learning to 24/7 with SANSSpace™ Virtual Language Learning platform. Tools for language skill development, recording, and tracking of student progress. Languages: All world languages, ASL, ESL
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Address: Via Marina Grande 16, Sorrento, Italy 80067 Phone: +39 0818075599, Skype: sorrentolingue.com Fax: +39 0815324140 Contact: Cristiana Panicco Email:
[email protected] Website: www.sorrentolingue.com Description: Founded in 1999 and located in an old convent overlooking the Bay of Naples in central Sorrento, Southern Italy, SASL organizes academic programs (short-term, fall and spring semester, facultyled programs) focusing on Italian Studies, Humanities, Social and Natural Sciences, Archaeology and Art, Business Studies, Internship & Community Service. Course credits (including online Italian language) are transferable through our U.S. partner institution, SUNY Alfred. Languages: Italian, English
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Website: SATSubjectTests.org/teachers Description: SAT Subject Tests™ are the only highschool-level admission tests where students choose the subjects—in languages, science, math, literature or history—that showcase their achievements and interests. SAT Subject Tests in Languages allow students to demonstrate their language skills and potentially place out of introductory language courses in college. Languages: Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Latin, Modern Hebrew, Spanish
Scarf King
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Address: 18 Meadow Ln., Roslyn Heights, NY 11577 Phone: 646-232-6105 Fax: 516-621-6008 Contact: Rob Liebman Email:
[email protected]
School Year Abroad Sant’Anna Institute– Sorrento Lingue
SCOLA 1421 1301
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Address: 439 South Union St., Lawrence, MA 01843 Phone: 978-725-6828 Fax: 978-725-6833 Contact: Kait Martel Email:
[email protected] Website: www.sya.org Description: SYA is a nonprofit organization running schools in China, France, Italy, and Spain. The central elements of SYA—the nine-month home stay, and an academic program emphasizing foreign language acquisition—ensure that students return home with a real mastery of the language, a deep understanding of the host country’s culture and a better understanding of themselves. Financial aid and merit scholarships are available.
Address: 21557 270th St., McClelland, IA 51548 Phone: 712-566-2202 Fax: 712-566-2502 Contact: Peter Heinicke Email:
[email protected] Website: www.scola.org Description: SCOLA was formed to significantly enhance the foreign language learning and cultural awareness capabilities for higher educational institutions in the United Sates. SCOLA offers 12 different services that allow learners to use reading and/or listening skills. Languages: Acholi, Afrikaans, Albanian, Amharic, Armenian, Assamese, Azeri, Bahasa, Basque, Belarusian, Bemba, Bengali, Bodo, Bosnian, Bulgarian, Burmese, Catalan, Cebuano Bisaya, Chavacano, Chechnyan, Croatian, Czech, Dari, Diviana, Dutch, English, Farsi, Flemish, French, Ga, Galician, Georgian, German, Greek, Hausa, Hebrew, Hindi, Hungarian, Icelandic, Igbo, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Kannada, Kapampangan, Kazakh, Korean, Kurdish Kurmanji, Kurdish Sorani, Kyrgyz, Latvian, Lithuanian, Luganda, Macedonian, Maithali, Malay, Malagasay, Malaylam, Mandarin, Manipuri, Mandingo, Marathi, Mina, Modern Standard Arabic, Moldovan, Mongolian, Nagamese, Nepali, North Korean, Northern Kurdish Languages, Oromifa, Pashto, Pidgin, Polish, Portuguese, Punjabi, Romanian, Russian, Serbian, Shona, Sinhala, Slovak, Slovenian, Somali, Spanish, Swahili, Tagalog, Tajik, Tamil, Tausug, Telugu, Thai, Turkish, Turkmen, Uighar, Ukrainian, Urdu, Uzbek, Vietnamese, Yoruba, Zulu
Shekinah Publishing
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Address: Building 7, 331 Rosedale Rd., Albany, Auckland, New Zealand 0632 Phone: +649 972 0800 Contact: Deirdre Chapman Email:
[email protected] Website: www.magicstorybox.com Description: Shekinah Publishing is known and respected worldwide as a leading publisher of Mandarin educational materials. We have a large range of high-quality books, resources and online media that are currently being used by thousands of schoolchildren. Languages: Mandarin, English
Skritter 1322 Address: 4524 Wenchelsea Pl., Raleigh, NC 27612 Phone: 440-935-5105 Contact: George Saines Email:
[email protected] Website: www.skritter.com Description: Skritter helps students of Chinese and Japanese better learn and remember their characters. Our iPhone and iPad app just launched, which means that students can now learn on the go. Languages: Chinese, Japanese
Exhibitor Directory Sosnowski Language Resources
Spanish Studies Abroad 807
Address: 13774 Drake Ct., Pine, CO 80470 Phone: 800-437-7161 Fax: 303-816-0634 Contact: Mary Sosnowski Email:
[email protected] Website: www.sosnowskibooks.com Description: We feature a wide selection of K-12 French and Spanish supplementary materials, including picture books, French African and Holocaust literature, music and books/CDs. We specialize in elementary materials and have many new items for perusal. Languages: French, Spanish
Southern Conference on Language Teaching (SCOLT) 1504 Address: P.O. Box 33615, Decatur, GA 30033 Phone: 404-290-1942 Contact: David Jahner Email:
[email protected] Website: www.scolt.org Description: SCOLT organizes and hosts joint conferences with state language associations in the SCOLT region to share and to promote world languages education and research. SCOLT also recognizes professionals in the region through awards, scholarships, and professional development. Publications: DIMENSION (journal); SCOLTalk (newsletter). Conference: April 11-13, 2013 in Birmingham, AL (details on SCOLT Website): “World Language Learning: Setting the Global Standard.” Languages: All languages
Southwest Conference on Language Teaching (SWCOLT) 1506 Address: 713 Rock Hollow Rd., Edmond, OK 73034 Phone: 405-613-1481 Fax: 405-340-0293 Contact: Jody Klopp Email:
[email protected] Website: www.swcolt.org Description: The Southwest Conference on Language Teaching is a regional foreign language teachers’ organization that hosts an annual conference in partnership with state foreign language teacher associations. The participating states in SWCOLT are Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Nevada, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas, and Utah.
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Address: 446 Main St., Amherst, MA 01002 Phone: 413-256-0011 Contact: Gisella Casasnovas Email:
[email protected] Website: www.spanishstudies.org Description: Spanish Studies Abroad offers Spanish language immersion programs in Spain and Argentina. Since 1969, Spanish Studies Abroad has designed its own innovative programming with a focus on academic integrity, Spanish language acquisition, and student integration into the local culture. For more information, visit www.spanishstudies.org Languages: Spanish
Stevens Learning Systems Inc.
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Address: 4034 Enterprise Way, Ste.130, Flowery Branch, GA 30542 Phone: 800-445-7203 Fax: 770-246-0983 Contact: Ralph Pohlmeier Email:
[email protected] Description: Inspired by the needs of our customers, Stevens Learning Systems Inc. assimilates instructional technology with actual classroom teaching through ongoing training and continuous support, and in-service workshops presented by a leading foreign language educator on topics such as standards-based curriculum, performance-based assessments and rubric design.
SpeakMandarin.com 808 Address: 1650 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar, CA 92014 Phone: 858-220-4585 Contact: Yang Yang Email:
[email protected] Website: www.speakmandarin.com Description: SpeakMandarin.com connects students from around the world to our certified teachers in Beijing via the Internet. We help enhance the existing Chinese program of the school by allowing students to have additional speaking and listening practice live online. Languages: Mandarin Chinese
Steering Committee for the Test of Proficiency–Huayu
Student Discoveries–Globus Family of Brands
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Address: 5301 S. Federal Cir., Littleton, CO 80123 Phone: 908-528-2116 Fax: 303-795-0962 Contact: Isabella Mastroianni Email:
[email protected] Website: www.studentdiscoveries.com Description: Student Discoveries is a refreshing and unique alternative to traditional student travel programs. Our programs are 100% influenced by educators and completely customized for students. We offer enriching experiences around the globe for a trip of a lifetime—every time.
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Address: 5-6F., No. 6, Lane 5, Qingtian St., Da-an District, Taipei City, Taiwan 106 Phone: +886-2-7734-5631 Fax: +886-2-3343-2413 Contact: Shao-Ju Chen Email:
[email protected] Website: www.sc-top.org.tw Description: The Steering Committee for the Test of Proficiency-Huayu (SC-TOP) was established in November 2005 under the direction of the Ministry of Education of R.O.C. The Committee aims to develop and promote an effective Chinese assessment system, mainly the Test of Chinese as a Foreign Language (TOCFL), for Chinese learners worldwide to assess their Chinese proficiency. Languages: Chinese
TELL ME MORE
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Address: 3710 E University Dr., #1, Phoenix, AZ 85034 Phone: 602-470-0300 Fax: 602-470-0311 Contact: Sebastian Louisoder Email:
[email protected] Website: www.tellmemore.com Description: Renowned for advanced speech recognition technology, users also focus on vocabulary, grammar and the culture of the country being studied. With beginner through advanced levels available, TELL ME MORE fits the needs of every language learner Language: English/ESL, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Dutch, Chinese, Japanese, Arabic
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Exhibitor Directory Tom Alsop’s Creative Teaching Materials and Workshops
Travel & Education 1214
Address: 6707 Yorkshire Pl., Avon, IN 46123 Phone: 317-213-8764 Fax: 317-271-7700 Contact: Tom Alsop Email:
[email protected] Website: www.masterclassworkshops.com Description: Tom’s company provides on-site workshops/seminars for creative teaching strategies, books, DVDs, posters and Spanish teacher immersion programs in Madrid, Spain and Guadalajara, Mexico. College credit for Tom’s workshops/seminars and teacher immersion programs is available through the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs. Languages: Spanish, French, German
TPRS Publishing Inc.
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Address: P.O. Box 11624, Chandler, AZ 85248 Phone: 480-656-0356 Fax: 480-963-3463 Contact: Shirley Thomas Email:
[email protected] Website: www.tprstorytelling.com Description: TPRS Publishing provides innovative materials & training, specializing in powerful Comprehensible Input-based approaches to teaching/ learning language. Training is based on research-based, classroom-tested strategies. Our materials are based on high-frequency vocabulary and are unrivaled in terms of ease of use and student achievement. All lessons adhere to strict guidelines for managing vocabulary, providing ample CI through a variety of activities and providing an abundance of instructional support. Languages: Many languages offered
Transparent Language
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Address: 12 Murphy Dr., Nashua, NH 03062 Phone: 603-262-6321 Fax: 603-262-6475 Contact: Lauren Gancarz Email:
[email protected] Website: www.transparent.com Description: Transparent Language builds language learning software and online courses for consumers, educational institutions, libraries, and government. Working with language experts and native speakers around the world, Transparent Language is committed to helping millions learn new languages quickly, easily, and effectively. Languages: Transparent Language supports over 70 unique languages
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Address: 111 South Independence Mall East, Ste. 970, Philadelphia, PA 19106 Phone: 215-238-0235, 1-866-559-0235 Fax: 215-238-0236 Contact: Patrizia D’Adamo Email:
[email protected] Website: www.travelandeducation.org Description: Travel & Education is a U.S.-based provider with origins in Spain. T&E offers a full service package for students who would like to study abroad in Spain for academic credit. Students will take Spanish language immersion courses at their level and learn about culture through firsthand experience with Spanish host families and through our extensive social-cultural program during afternoons and weekends. Teacher benefits including professional enrichment courses are also available. Languages: Spanish
Travel for Teens.com
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Address: 900 West Valley Rd., Ste. 300, Wayne, PA 19087 Phone: 484-654-1034 Fax: 484-654-1041 Contact: Ned Clark Email:
[email protected] Website: www.travelforteens.com, www.facebook. com/travelforteens/ Description: Travel for Teens wants to teach teens to be travelers not tourists. The goal of our trips will be for your students to live the life of a local! We offer custom travel programs for teachers, not superficial tours that herd large groups from one site to another. We offer trips to Europe, Central & South America, Asia, Australia, and Oceania where we offer the opportunity for teenagers and their teachers to explore the culture from a less “touristy” perspective. This allows us to achieve the goal of delivering trips which are both fun and enriching. Languages: French, Spanish, Italian, Mandarin, Cantonese, German, Japanese, Arabic
Tuttle Publishing
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Address: 364 Innovation Dr., N Clarendon, VT 05759 Phone: 800-526-2778 Fax: 800-329-8885 Contact: JD Wilson Email:
[email protected] Website: www.tuttlepublishing.com Description: Tuttle Publishing has been a leader and pioneer in books about the languages and cultures of Asia for 62 years. Our classroom-tested products are written by teachers. Each volume employs both timeproven as well as innovative teaching methods. Languages: Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Tagalog/ Filipino, Hindi, Arabic, Indonesian, Burmese, Thai, Cambodian, Lao
TV5MONDE USA
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Address: 8733 Sunset Blvd., Ste. 202, West Hollywood, CA 90069 Phone: 310-967-0096 Fax: 310-967-0196 Contact: Laura Gratta Email:
[email protected] Website: www.tv5monde.com/USA Description: TV5MONDE, the leading French language network, offers the best in French language films, international news, kids programming, entertainment and sports all without commercial interruptions! Languages: French, English
U.S. International Publishing, Inc.
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Address: 43-01 21st St., Suite 102, Long Island City, NY 11101 Phone: 718-706-6678 Fax: 718-706-7536 Contact: Peter Pu Email:
[email protected] Website: www.usipusa.com Description: Our company specializes in Chinese language learning materials, including books (our textbook covers K–12), CDs, CD-ROMs, posters, reference books, eBooks and iBooks. We also carry self-study books for adults, and English–Chinese, Chinese–English dictionaries. Language: Chinese
Universidad de Alicante
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Address: Centro Superior de Idiomas. Edif. Germán Bernácer. Campus San Vicente. S. Vicente del Raspeig, Alicante, Spain 03690 Phone: +34 96 5903793 Fax: +34 5903794 Contact: Pilar Barra Email:
[email protected] Website: www.csidiomas.ua.es Description: The Universidad de Alicante Language Centre offers Spanish and other modern language courses, a translation service, a conference organization service, and other complementary services such as accommodation, cultural activities, stays and scholarships abroad and visa consultancy. Languages: Spanish
Exhibitor Directory Universidad de Salamanca. Cursos Internacionales
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Address: Patio de Escuelas Menores s/n, Salamanca, Spain 37008 Phone: +34 923 294418 Fax: +34 923 294504 Contact: Carmen Mota Email:
[email protected] Website: www.usal.es/cursosinternacionales Description: A wide range of courses are offered at Salamanca University: Spanish language courses throughout the year, some of them taught in English; courses with Spanish students at the regular classes in the university; customized programs; teacher training courses; Masters degree. Languages: Spanish
Universidad Internacional/ The Center for Linguistic & Multicultural Studies
Université de Nantes – Institut de recherche et formation en français langue étrangère 940 Address: 1 quai de Tourville, BP 13522, Nantes, France 44035 Phone: +33 253 46 21 62 Fax: +33 253 46 21 61 Contact: Loïc Fravalo Email:
[email protected] Website: www.irffle.univ-nantes.fr Description: IRFFLE is a department of Université de Nantes, for students wishing to learn French or perfect their mastery of the discipline. It is also a research institute on French as a Second Language offering master’s level degrees and research programmes. Languages: French as a Second Language
University of Maryland University College
Vamonos Tours 1306
Université du Québec à Chicoutimi
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Address: San Jerónimo 304. Colonia San Jerónimo, Cuernavaca, Morelos, México 62179 Phone: 017773174235 Fax: 017773170533 Contact: Carlos Guzman Email:
[email protected] Website: www.uninter.edu.mx Description: Universidad Internacional /The Center for Linguistic & Multicultural Studies, has a mission to teach Spanish as a second language and Latino American Courses to students from all over the world and to immerse them into the Mexican culture. Languages: Spanish, English, French
Address: 555, Boulevard de l’Université, Chicoutimi, Québec, Canada G7H 2B1 Phone: 888-545-5036 Fax: 418-545-5416 Contact: Pierre Lincourt Email:
[email protected] Website: elf.uqac.ca Description: French immersion courses for university students and for teachers. Summer, fall and spring programs. Homestay for most participants. Special intensive 10-day programs for teachers in July. Chicoutimi is the perfect setting for French immersion with 99% of the people speaking French. Languages: French
Universitat Internacional de Catalunya
University of Hawaii National Foreign Language Resource Center 743
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Address: Immaculada, 22, Barcelona, Spain Phone: + 34 93 254 18 35 Fax: +34 93 254 18 50 Contact: Matthew Kwiatkowski Email:
[email protected] Website: www.uic.es Description: UIC is a private, liberal arts, nonprofit university. We offer BA, MA and PhD programs in 16 different areas of knowledge. The student population currently stands at 4,600. Languages: Spanish
Address: 1859 East-West Road #106, Honolulu, HI 96822-2322 Phone: 808-956-9424 Fax: 808-956-5983 Contact: Jim Yoshioka Email:
[email protected] Website: http://nflrc.hawaii.edu Description: The National Foreign Language Resource Center at the University of Hawaii provides professional development opportunities and resources to foreign language educators to support, promote, and improve foreign language education in the United States, with a particular focus on less commonly taught languages. Languages: Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Filipino, Indonesian, Samoan, Vietnamese, and more
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Address: 3501 University Blvd. East, Adelphi, MD 20783 Phone: 1-855-CLS-5300 Fax: 301-985-7514 Contact: Tatiana Schlenker Email:
[email protected] Website: www.umuc.edu/actfl Description: UMUC is pleased to offer ACTFL members an online graduate certificate in Instructional Technology Integration designed for K-12 teachers of world languages. ACTFL members may be eligible for a waiver of UMUC’s application fee and a 25% discount on out-of-state tuition.
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Address: P.O. Box 7842, Wilmington, DE 19803 Phone: 888-366-6121 Fax: 877-550-9463 Contact: Esther Riddle Email:
[email protected] Website: www.vamonostours.com Description: Our cultural immersion tours of Puerto Rico provide travelers with a unique and safe experience through our culture, language, and nature. Our tours are designed to make travelers participate in the Latino culture, not just observe. We offer travelers the opportunity to grow as Spanish-speakers and as culturally sensitive travelers (who learn from and enjoy their experiences in Latino culture). Vamonos tours are designed by experienced middle and high school teacher entrepreneurs who are very familiar with students’ needs, parents’ concerns and teachers’ desires for touring “off-the-beaten path.” We offer wholesale and tour operator educational tours for students, music groups, church groups, and families exclusively of Puerto Rico. Languages: English, Spanish
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
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Address: 2512 George Mason Dr., Virginia Beach, VA 23456 Phone: 757-263-1021 Fax: 757-263-1085 Contact: Bernard P. Platt Email:
[email protected] Website: www.vbschools.com Description: Great support, high achievement and cultural diversity are hallmarks of Virginia Beach City Public Schools. Virginia Beach and the surrounding communities offer a high quality of life through a wealth of free-time pursuits. Numerous universities also afford chances for continuing education. We offer nine world languages: American Sign Language, Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), French, German, Latin, Japanese, Russian and Spanish. Please visit our website, www. vbschools.com, or our Facebook page, “Come Teach at VA Beach” to find out more. Virginia Beach City Public Schools—a great place to learn—a great place to teach—a great place to live!
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Wayside Publishing 1313, 1412
Address: P.O. Box 1736, Provo, UT 84603 Phone: 801-222-9159 Fax: 801-222-9199 Contact: Eric Speckhard Email:
[email protected] Website: www.visionwear.com Description: Vision Wear provides multicultural t-shirts and other items useful for promotions and fundraising. We have custom items as well as provide services for custom design of items.
Vista Higher Learning
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Address: 500 Boylston St., Suite 620, Boston, MA 02116 Phone: 800-618-7375 Email:
[email protected] Website: www.vistahigherlearning.com Description: Independent, specialized, and privately owned, Vista Higher Learning was founded in 2000 as a publisher focused exclusively on world languages. We are committed to helping people communicate across languages and cultures. Languages: French, German, Italian, Spanish
Walking Tree Travel
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Address: P.O. Box 18636, Denver, CO 80218 Phone: 303-396-5653 Contact: Paul Laurie Email:
[email protected] Website: www.walkingtree.org Description: Walking Tree Travel provides students and teachers unique travel opportunities to countries in Latin America, Africa and Asia where they can live with local families, work on meaningful community service, strengthen their language skills and, most importantly, have a life-changing adventure.
Wallach & Company, Inc.
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Address: 107 W. Federal St., P.O. Box 480, Middleburg, VA 20118 Phone: 540-687-3166 Fax: 540-687-3172 Contact: Richard Wallach Email:
[email protected] Website: www.wallach.com Description: Short-term medical insurance for persons traveling abroad and foreign nationals visiting the USA. Coverage includes medical evaluation, repatriation of remains and international assistance.
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Address: 50 Downeast Dr., Yarmouth, ME 04096 Phone: 888-302-2519 Fax: 888-302-2519 Contact: Greg Greuel Email:
[email protected] Website: www.waysidepublishing.com Description: Wayside Publishing provides quality textbooks to independent and public middle and secondary schools. Our titles include nationally recognized World Language AP Exam preparation workbooks, History series and English workbooks. Authored by faculty members of prestigious independent middle and secondary schools, our titles are written to meet the academically challenging curricula of these elite schools. Languages: French, German, Spanish
Wiley
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Address: 111 River St., Hoboken, NJ 07030 Phone: 201-748-6000 Contact: Rolando Hernandez Email:
[email protected] Website: www.wiley.com Description: Wiley is a market leader in Global Education classroom solutions, publishing materials for many language courses. WileyPLUS, our suite of online learning materials, is available with select programs. Wiley-Blackwell is proud to publish Foreign Language Annals on behalf of ACTFL.
Wordplay (by Brainrush)
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Phone: 805-807-9985 Contact: Tina Hoover Email:
[email protected] Website: www.wordplay.com Description: Wordplay is a FREE and simple languagelearning game that makes it easy to master vocabulary, including meaning, pronunciation and spelling. The game adjusts to each student’s unique needs and builds long-term retention with reviews that adjust in frequency as skill improves. Languages: Spanish, ELL/ESL, more languages to come soon
World of Reading Ltd.
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Address: P.O. Box 13092, Atlanta, GA 30324-0092 Phone: 404-233-4042, Toll-free: 800-729-3703 Fax: 404-237-5511 Contact: Cindy Tracy Email:
[email protected] Website: www.wor.com Description: Since 1989, World of Reading has offered the largest selection of foreign language and ESL products. We offer software, foreign films on DVDs and audio CDs, games and books, for ALL ages, all levels, all at discounted prices—over 100 foreign languages and English as a second language—for learning a language and learning IN a language. Visit our online catalogue at www.wor.com—let us make recommendations based on YOUR needs. Do your holiday shopping with us! Monolingualism CAN be cured! Languages: Albanian, Amharic, Arabic, ASL, Bengali, Brazilian Portuguese, Bulgarian, Cantonese, Chinese, Dari, Dutch, English (ESL), Farsi, French, German, Greek, Gujurati, Hebrew, Haitian Creole, Hindi, Hungarian, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Kazakh, Khmer, Korean, Kurdish, Latin, Norwegian, Pashto, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Serbian, Spanish, Tagalog, Tamil, Thai, Turkish, Ukrainian, Urdu, Vietnamese, Xhosa, Yiddish, Zulu
WorldStrides International Division: NETC & Casterbridge 824 Address: 50 Franklin St., 2nd Floor, Boston, MA 02110 Phone: 800-771-2323 Fax: 617-725-1019 Contact: Casey Park Email:
[email protected] Website: www.educationaltravel.com Description: WorldStrides International Division is comprised of NETC and Casterbridge, the leading organizers of high quality, educational travel. We provide over 200 carefully designed itineraries on six continents as well as specializing in customized and private tours. Our unique, interactive, and cultural programs bring your classroom to the world. We are the only organization to offer the LEAP! Educational Enrichment Program. Our high-quality tour services ensure the safety and comfort of our groups. Centrally located hotels, authentic food in local restaurants and excellent LEAP!-trained tour directors all contribute to outstanding educational outcomes. All teachers traveling on our tours as group leaders earn free Professional Development Credits.
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Zentralstelle fuer das Auslandsschulwesen/ Central Agency for Schools Abroad
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Address: 223 King Farm Blvd., Rockville, MD 20850 Phone: 630-276-6917 Contact: Gert Wilhelm Email:
[email protected] Description: The ZfA (Central Agency for Schools Abroad) supports worldwide 140 German schools and about 870 state-run educational institutions with a German program. Encountering the culture and society of the host country, providing schools for German children abroad and promoting the German language are the primary goals of ZfA. We provide further education and training for headmasters, teachers and administrators and we conduct and evaluate language examinations (DSD = Deutsches Sprachdiplom).
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Address: P.O. Box 209040, New Haven, CT 06520-9040 Phone: 1-800-405-1619 Contact: Karen Stickler Email:
[email protected] Website: www.yalebooks.com Description: Yale University Press publishes foreign language textbooks and materials which include beginning through advanced texts and ancillaries, and multimedia materials. For more information, go to our website at www.yalebooks.com/languages. Languages: Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Greek, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Latin, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish
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For over 30 years, Boston-based Cheng & Tsui Company has been a proven leader in the field of Asian language education. We publish best-selling language learning textbooks and cultural materials for Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Arabic and help foster global awareness in students from all around the world. We continually work with expert teachers like you to develop the highest quality, most effective, and most innovative materials in print and digital formats for students from pre-K through college, educators, and life-long learners. With your support and input, Cheng & Tsui will work hard to fulfill our mission of “Bringing Asia to the World” in the 21st century and beyond.
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[email protected] 1-800-554-1963 www.cheng-tsui.com
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Abbott, Annie R. Abbott, Marty Abdel-Malek, Myriam Abdelghany, Louissa Abou-Dib, Nawf Abrate, Jayne Abu Shakra, Amani Acetoso, Mattia Adair-Hauck, Bonnie Adamowicz-Hariasz, Maria Adams, LaTricea D. Adams Fletcher, Clarissa Adamson, Sophie Adamson, Stephen R. Addison, Kirsten Aguado, David W Ahmad, Azza Ahmadian, Ziba Akiyama, Yuka Al-Batal, Mahmoud M. Alabdullah/Attar, Hadia Alalou, Ali J. Albano, Antonella Albright, Mari Alcorn, John Alfieri, Peter Allen, Heather Allingham, Liesl Ann Alvarez-Gonzalez, Jesus M. Amores, Maria Jesus Ananth, Priya Anderson, Cori Anderson, Katja Andre, Michael G. Andrea, Christ Andrews, Barbara S. Annunziato, Sarah Anorga, Angel Anton, Marta Aoki, Michele Anciaux Aoyama, Reijiro Armstrong, Kimberly M. Arnett, Carlee Ashby, Wendy Ashcraft, Mary Aurora, Vincent Austin, Theresa Y. Avello, Mieko Ayari, Salah Azama, Yo
Bachmann, Chinatsu Bacon, Michael Badia, Ingrid C. Bae, Gyseon Baedke, Kerisa L. Baerenfaenger, Olaf Bai, Jianhua Bailey, Adam Bailey, Kathleen M. Bain, Sharon L. Bairaktari, Elpida Baker, Laurin Hayes Baldwin, Leslie W. Ballah, Jody L. Bancheri, Salvatore Baneth-Nouailhetas, Emilienne Bansal, Vineet Barbe, Katharina Barron Serrano, Francisco Javier Batterman, Henry Beal, K. David David Beaudrie, Sara Bebawi, Gorge Becker, Angelika Becker, Claudia A. Becker, Rachel Beckwith, Joyce E. Bekkai, Kheireddine Bell, Teresa R. Belluz, Sigrid Benander, Ruth Benavides, Carlos Benedetti, Laura Benetti, Antonio Bentzel, Curt Berg, Gaelle H. Berka, Sigrid Berkson, Lisa F. Berndt, Shuhui Berndt, Timothy Bernhardt, Elizabeth Bethea, Camille L. Bickel, Marguerite Biska, Nancy Blad, Alessia Blair, Joan Blanco, Virgil H. Blood, Elizabeth A. Bloom, Melanie Blyth, Carl S. Boero, Paulo Bolanos, Alice Boldt, Ellen Titzkowski
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Bond, Nathan Bonifazio, Paola Bonin, Kate M. Bork-Goldfield, Iris Bott Van Houten, Jacque Bouchard, Norma Bourgerie, Dana S. Bowles, Freddie A. Bowles, Freddie Boyle, Bruna Boyles, Peggy Braker, Regina Brecht, Richard Bresciani, Laura Brightbill, David C. Brinckwirth, Anton T. Brockmann, Stephen Brooks, Frank B. Brouwer Konyndyk, Irene Brown, Alan Brown, Joshua Brown, Lucien Brown, William Brown, Yayoi Browne, Devin Brownell, Wendy Bruner, Lee Buchbaum, Sara Bugel, Talia Bukhari, Patras Burckhardt, Omega S. Burke, Brigid Burton, Christina Busch, Iris Katharina Bush, Michael Busson-Camara, Christine Bustamante, Carolina Buttin, Christine Button-Edelson, Lorrie Ann Bynum, Nathan Byrnes, Heidi
C Cabrera-Puche, Maria J. Caeiro, Martha Cai, Shengrong Cai, Weisi Cailler, Jacky Cain, Julie Calabretta-Sajder, Ryan Calkins, Patricia K. Campbell, Christine M. Campbell, Joan Campbell, Joy
Campbell, Joyce Smetanka Campbell, Karen Campbell, Lynne B. Campbell, Nathan Campos, Carmen Campos, Tulio A. Candido, Selene Canion, Mira Cannon, Tina Canuto, Luisa Cardenas, Martha Carey, Lillian Carey, Tara Carlucci, Lisa M. Carolin, Dan Carson, Jennifer N. Carter, June C. Case, Anny F. Castaneda, Daniel A. Caudill, Tamara Caula, Ana M. Causarano, Pei-ni Cavatorta, Giuseppe Ceo-DiFrancesco, Diane C. Cervigni, Dino Cessna-Buscemi, Kevin Chakwin, Marilyn Chalupa, Cynthia Chambless, Krista Chamot, Anna Uhl Chan, Shui Duen Chang, Crystal Chang, David Chang, Kevin Chang, Peiju Chang, Shirley Chao, Fang-Yi Chao min, Shu Chapman, Beth Chapman, Katie Chaurin, Thomas Cheatham, Rosalie M. Chen, Annick Huiching Chen, Chiuhung Chen, Chun-Mei Chen, Dongdong Chen, Fred J. Chen, Henny Chen, Kueilan Chen, Li Yu Chen, Liyuan Chen, Marty Chen, Pei-chia Chen, Qinghai Chen, Shuchen
Chen, Sophia Chen, Steven Chen, Tingting Chen, Tong Chen, Xuan Chen, Zu-yan Chen-Lin, Shaoyuen Carol Cheng, An Chung Cheng, Rong Cheon, Yunseong Chi, Telee Richard Chiang, Mien-hwa Chief, Liancheng Chikamatsu, Nobuko Chiodo, Carol Chirumbolo, Paolo Chiu, Chia-Chyi Chiu, Piling Cho, Haewon Cho, Hyesun Cho, Jane Cho, Sungdai Choi, Bumyong Choi, Eunjeong Chong, Yin Chou, Chang-jen Chou, Chih-P’ing Chu, Madeline Chu, Man-ni Chu, Peicheng Chu, Wo-hsin Ciccarelli, Andrea Clark, Allen Clark, Gloria B. Clark, Ned Clementi, Donna L. Clifford, Joan Clifford, Ray Cockey, Sheila W. Colilli, Paul Collenberg-Gonzalez, Carrie Colville-Hall, Susan Comenale, Rebecca M. Conner, John T. Conner, Tom Conrad, Daniel Conroy, Kelly Corda, Giorgio Cordero, Glory Vee Cordero-Ponce, Wanda Corioso, Annalisa Corl, Kathryn A. Coropceanu, Lilia Corretjer, Olga I. Cortes-Torres, Mayra
List of Presenters Cory, Megan Costa, Ilaria Costa, Mario Costabile-Heming, Carol Anne Coston, Kandyce Cothrun, Thomas Keith Cowles, Maria Antonia Cox, Troy L. Craft, Kristen Cragin, Thomas Craig-Florez, Angelina Crane, Corinne Crawford, Robert Crawford-Dixon, Lori Creedon, Orlaith Crittenden Gordon, Haley Crooker, Jill Cruz, Gabriel Cubillos, Jorge H. Curran, Mary Curtain, Helena Cutshall, Sandy
D D’Amanda, Elisabetta Da, Jun Da Ros, Nicoletta Dai, David Dai, Jin Huei Enya Dal Martello, Chiara M. Dalla Monta, Lucia Damron, Julie Danesi, Marcel Dansereau, Diane Dassier, Jean-Louis P. Davidson, Dan E. Davidson, Kelly F. Davin, Kristin Davis, Robert L. Davis, Susann M. Davis-Wiley, Patricia De Fina, Anna de Souza, Ismenia Dean, Carol S. Deering, Sharon Dehler-Seter, Edwin Deifell, Elizabeth Delgado, Ana Isabel S. DeMado, John DeMarkey, Sophie Deng, Danmin Denie-Higney, Laurence Denise, Clivaz Dettinger, Michael Dhonau, Stephanie Di, Chunyuan Di Bianco, Laura Di Maria, Salvatore Di Pietro, Antonietta Di Silvio, Francesca Diao, Wenhao Diaz, Stacy DiCarlantonio, Jeannine Dieter, Gisela P. Difino, Sharon M. Dings, Abby
Dinisman, Rachel Dirgin, James Dixon, Edward M. Djavadghazaryans, Angineh Doehla, Donald M. Dolci, Roberto Domcekova, Barbara Donato, Clorinda Donato, Richard Dong, Aiping Donovan, Anne E. Doton, Eliza Doueiri, Dany Dowd, Janice Du, Fengning Du, Wen-Hua Ducar, Cynthia M. Ducate, Lara Dudney, Grazyna M. Duke, Polly R. Duncan, Gregory W. Duperron, Lucile Dupont, Silvia Dupree, Mary Helen Helen Dupuy, Beatrice C. Durand, Alain-Philippe Duthion, Jean-Claude Dworkin y Mendez, Kenya C. Dykstra-Pruim, Pennylyn Díaz, Cathy
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Gaab, Carol Gajdos, Johnathan Galeano, Rebecca A. Galvez, Jessica Ganz, Alexander Gao, Binnan Gao, Jian Gao, Liwei Gao, Yan Garay, Silvina Garbin, Barbara Garcia-Villada, Eduardo Gardenghi, Monica Garmann, Gerburg Garreton, Maria Teresa Garrett-Rucks, Paula Gatlin, Nicholas Gaudry-Hudson, Christine Gaugler, Kevin M. Gazzola, Giuseppe Geft, Eitan Gehlker, Marion Geisel, Noah Geisler, Micheal Gemmill, Beth Gentel, Yulia Gentry, Elizabeth Gericke-Schoenhagen, Detlef Gettys, Serafima Ghanem, Carla Gheblawi, Salmy Gilbert, Victoria Gionta, Natalia Giordano, Paolo Gisbert da Cruz, Xavier Glaser, Marie-Catherine Glass, Janet Glatz, Lawrence Francis Glisan, Eileen Glynn, Cassandra Godden-Chmielowicz, Samantha Godfrey, LeeAnne Goertler, Senta Goldberg, David Gonglewski, Margaret Gonnerman Torchin, Madelyn Gontijo, Viviane Gonzalez, Mirla Gonzalez, Yolanda L. Goodin, Mark Goodwin, Mary Goulah, Pauline Graf, Roman Graf, Tiesa Grahn, Leslie Grajeda, Elena Maria Graner Kennedy, Lea Grewling, Nicole Grieb, Margit Griffin, Katrina Grim, Frederique M. Grimes, Kristen Grollitsch, Lois A. Grossi, John Roby Guan, Daoxiong
Guardiola, Maria Luisa Guida, Fernanda Guillen, Felisa Gunter, Ann Marie Guo, Lei Guo, Shaohua Gutierrez, John R. Gwin, Christopher Gyurko, Lanin A.
H Hahn, Shannon W. Haley, Marjorie Hall Hall, Joan Kelly Halverson, Rachel Hamada, Masako Hamlyn, Helen Hammami, Nabila Hammerand, Amy Hampton, Margaret Han, ZhaoHong Hansen, Christa Hanssen, Paula Hardison, Chaitra M. Hardy, Jane E. Harkins, Sherri K. Harman, Reanna Harp, Albert Harrington, Carrie Harrington, Stasie C. Harris, Lisa Harrison, K. David Hart, Mary Elizabeth Harvey, Robin Hasapis, Jessica Hasegawa, Nobuko Hashem, Iman Hassan, Wafa Haxhi, Jessica L. Hayden Roy, Priscilla He, Baozhang He, Donghui He, Tianshu He, Wayne Wenchao Heard, Stephanie Heaton, William Hedderich, Norbert Heining-Boynton, Audrey L. Helbing, Kerstin Helguero-Balcells, Graciela Heller, Willard Hellmann, Ashley Helm, Anna Hendrickson, Lisa R. Hendrickson, Suzanne Hendry, Heather J. Henery, Ashlie N. Henke, Burkhard Henkelmann, Rachel Henning, Sarah Hernandez, Todd A. Hertel, Tammy Jandrey Hildebrandt, Susan A. Hillier, Van Hintz, Saskia Hirano-Cook, Erika
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List of Presenters Do You Have the New Convention Mobile App? Please use the Mobile App to find where each presenter is speaking. With this free app designed for iPhone, iPad, Android, or smart phone, you will be able to access all kinds of information about this convention right from your mobile phone or tablet, including the complete Convention Program Guide. Just scan this QR code to download the app or enter www.tripbuilder.com/actfl2012apps into your phone’s browser. Hirsch, Paula Hirsch, Ruri H. Hlas, Anne Hoecherl-Alden, Gisela Hoffman, Kristin Hogue, Rebecca Hokonohara, Shuhei Holder, Polly Hong, Wei Hoopingarner, Dennie Hopkins, Leroy Taft Horii, Sachiko How, Rex Howard, Heather L. Hoyt, Kristin L. Hromalik, Christopher Hsiao, Jennifer Ching-hui Hsiao, Juei-Chen Hsieh, Hsiu-Wen Hsin, Shih-chang Hu, Gloria Hu, LiFeng Hu, Wenze Huang, Dian Huang, Lihong Huang, Nansong Huang, Pauline Huang, Shao-Ying Huang, Ting Huang, Weiling Huang, Yi-Tzu Hubbard, Maria Hubert, Michael D. Huhn, Christina Hur, Hyunsoo Hurlbut, Sheri Huth, Thorsten Huthaily, Khaled Y. Hutson, Dwight E. Hwang, Mei-ju
J Jackson, Angela D. Jacobs-Hermes, Michele Jannotta, Lauren K. Jansma, Kimberly Jeng-Liu, Chia Ying Jensen, Janis Jeon, Molly Jezuit, Julie Ji, Eunjung Jia, Baocai Paul Jiang, Song Jiang, Xin Jiao, Dela X. Jiao, Liwei Jimenez, Amador Jose Jimenez, Valentin Duenas Jimenez-Arroyo, Roberto Jin, Hong Gang Jin, Li Jin, Wenhua Jin, Yi Jin, Ying Jing-Schmidt, Zhuo Jobe, Ted Johnson, Jane Ann Johnson, Kristin C. Johnson, Miyuki Johnson, Stacey M. Johnston, Lynn Johnston, Monica J. Jones, Eleise Jones, Norah L. Jouejati, Sanaa Jouet-Pastre, Clemence M. Jourdain, Sarah C. Jung, Ji-Young Jurado-Moran, Glennysha
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I Iacovella, Anna Ibarra, Tahamara Ikeda, Janet Ikeda, Mayumi Inceoglu, Solene Ingold, Catherine Inoue, Yoshitaka Inouye, Mei Li Ishida, Mayumi Issa, Marwan M. Issa, Mohamad Ites, Ekaterina
Kadosh, Aviva Kamio, Risa Kang, Hana Kang, Loraine C. Kang, Wol A Kang, Yongjin Kashuba, Mary Helen Kassen, Margaret Ann Katka, Adria Katz Bourns, Stacey L. Kawai, Mieko Kawamata, Teresa Ke, Sihui
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Kelton, Karen Kennedy, Deborah Kennedy, Teresa J. Kennelly, Brian G. Kessel, Julia Kew, Claire Khanzadi, Sara Kidder, Kelly L. Kim, Deoksoon Kim, Eun Joo Kim, Hosun Kim, Sojeong Kim, Sung S. Kind, Uwe Kindt, Michelle D. Kinginger, Celeste Kingue, Angele Kinoshita, Rika Kirchner, Doris Kirchner, Mary Kissau, Scott P. Kitayama, Chiae Kitazono, Yuka Klebacha, Steven Klee, Carol A. Kley, Katharina Klimanova, Lyudmila Klocke, Astrid Klopp, Jody Klos, Patricia Kluemper, Michael Knapp, Nieves Knouse, Stephanie M. Kocanda, Trisha Koch, Carol Koch, Julia Koehler-Curry, Sabine Koerner, Morgan Koh, Haejin Koike, Dale A. Kong, Dong-Kwan Kostner, Pia Kou, Yupeng Kraemer, Angelika N. Kramer, Daniel J. Kregar, Sandra Krekeler, Christian Kuettner, Paul Richard Kuhn-osius, Eckhard Kuo, Jane Kuo, Yi-Lu Kuo-Chung, Fu Kuriyama, Keiko Kutch, Lynn Kyer, Melanie M.
Kyriakidis, Olympia
L Lacorte, Manel Lafond-Paquin, Janel Lai, Wei Lalande, Ii, John Lange, Gisella Langeheine, Volker Langer de Ramirez, Lori Lanphere, Christine Lantolf, James P. Lapenta, Monica E. Lau, Yvonne Lauer, Mark Laursen, Dana Laviosa, Flavia Lavolette, Elizabeth H. P. Lawrence, Anita B. Le Bouthillier, Josée Le Devedec, Benoit Lear, Darcy Lech, Iwona Lee, Carolyn Kun-shan Lee, Daphne Lee, Diane Lee, Esther Lee, Fiona Lee, Hsi-chi Lee, Kuangchi Lee, Lucy Lee, Mina Lee, Seungbok Lee, Sheila G. Lee, Si Yen Lee, Teresa Mijung Lee, Yi-Chen Lee-DiStefano, Debbie Leeser, Michael J. Leetz, Zuzana Lehman, Will Lekic, Maria Lekkakou, Ioanna Lentz, Ursula Leonard, Karen R. Leons, Eve Lettieri, Michael Leung, Hilda Hei Nam Levine, Adam Levine, Glenn S. Lewis, Mary Joy Lewis, Tasha N. Leyva, Lea Li, Bailu
Li, Hong Li, Jennifer J. Li, Jiahang Li, Kening Li, Kristine Li, Liu Li, Mingyi Li, Minru Li, Qi Li, Rongzhen Li, Shuai Li, Tonglu Li, Wendan Li, Wenling Li, Xiaoliang Li, Yan Li, Yu Li, Zixuan Liang, Hsin-Hsin Liang, Ninghui Liao, Jianling Lien, Luyi Lien, Yu-jen Lilley, Lisa Lilly, Marilyn Lin, Chuan Lin, James Lin, Jia Lin, Jian Lin, Patrick Pakchong Lin, Shwu-fen Lin, Tsun-Ju Lin, Yi Lin, Yu-Lan Lindia, Lucrezia Lindquist, Mary Lindseth, Martina U. Lindsey, Barbara Lipsky, Jim Liskin-Gasparro, Judith E. Lister, Patricia Haefs Little, Sherwin Liu, Bing Liu, Celia L. Liu, Gang Liu, I-Chun Liu, Jennifer Liu, Lening Liu, Meiru Liu, Na Liu, Shijuan Liu, Yan Liu, Yanmei Liu, Ying Liu, Yunzhen
List of Presenters Liu, Zehua Livaccari, Chris Livingston, Ivy J. Lizcano, Liza Llewellyn, Nancy E. Loar, Jian Kang Lomba, Ana M. Lombard, Bruno Lomicka Anderson, Lara L. Long, Charles E. Long, John W. Long, Sheri Spaine Long, Yi Lopez-Burton, Norma Lorenzo, Alicia Losoncy, Renate K. Loughery, Ann Louie, Belinda Lowe, Pardee Lu, Jiaguo Lu, Richard Lu, Yuan Lucci, Sebastiano Ludanyi, Renate Lundgaard, Greta Luo, Han Luo, Jianmin Lutes, Leasa Y. Luther, Alex Lutz, Nathan Lydgate, Barry Lyman-Hager, Mary Ann Lynch, Andrew Lytle, Alan D.
M Ma, Sue-Ann MacDonald, Lunden MacFarlane, Bronwyn Machtans, Karolin Madenford, Douglas J. Maggipinto, Cristiano Magnanini, Suzanne Magnetti, Brenda Monica Magriney, Christopher Mahajan, Anup P. Maida-Nicol, Sara Makita-Discekici, Yasuko Malone, Margaret Malone, Ruth F. Maloney, Pat Malott, John Mana, Mouna Mangione-Lora, Elena M. Mango, Oraib Manley, Heidi Manley, Marilyn Mann, Celeste D. Manstream, Joy E. Mantero, Miguel Maracle, Brian Marchegiani, Irene Marcos Miguel, Nausica Marcus, Millicent Marcus-Delgado, Jane E. Marello, Carla
Margalit, Sabina Marini-Maio, Nicoletta Marks, Moya Marquardt, Eva Marques-Pascual, Laura Marshall, Camelot Marshall, Tomoko Martin, Cynthia L. Martin, Jessica A. Martin, Judith E. Martyniuk, Valdemar Mastri, Augustus Masuda, Norman T. Masuya, Mami Masuyama, Kazue Mathews, Mariam Matsubara, Fukumi Matsuzawa, Chie Matthias, Bettina Mau, Brandee Mayrhofer, Lukas Mazzola, Claudio McAloon, Patrick McAlpine, Dave C. McBroom, Kathleen McCarthy, Patrick McCarthy, Roz McCool, Lori B. McDonald, William McGee, Laura McGinnis, Jennifer McGinnis, Scott G. McGonagle, Charles McMullan, John Means, Tom Mecheneau, Sarah N. Meda, Ambra Mehta, Yufen Lee Melin, Charlotte A. Melloni, Giorgio Melucci, Donatella Meng, Yuan-Yuan Merschel, Lisa M. Mesiti, Rocco A. Met, Myriam Meyers, Margaret (Peg) Miano, Alice Mikulec, Erin Mili, Amel Millar, Tamara Mills, Nicole Minassian, Mani Minor, Denise Minuchehr, Pardis Miraglia, Rina Miranda, Arturo Miranda, Maria Teresa Mitchell, Janice Miura, Kenichi Mizza, Daria Moase-Burke, Jackie Moeller, Aleidine Moffett, Lauren Mol, Debra W. Mollica, Anthony Monahan, Erin Mondloch, Barbara Rupert Monk, Michele
Montee, Megan Montgomery, Cherice Montoya, Maria Cristina Montross, Linda Moore, Joe Moore, Sarah Catherine Morales, Juan Carlos Morewedge, Rosmarie Morgavi, Paola Moriarity, Bridgette C. Morkus, Nader M. Mosca, Annalisa Moser, Amelia Moser, Beverly A. Moser, Robert Mosher, Arthur Motyl-Mudretzkyj, Irene Mu, Aili Mu, Ling Muller, Markus Mulryan, Sandra J. Munne, Joan Murakami, Miki Murdock, Kaye Muri-Rosenthal, Adam Muriel de Bonafede, Viviana Murphy, Dianna Murray, Jill Allen Mustafa, Lulu
N Nagai, Ayako Nagel, Ninja Nagle, Laura L. Najem, Lamya M. Nakamura, Yukari Nelson, Carl-Martin Nelson, Erika M. Nelson, Rebecca Nelson, Terri Nemeth, Karen Nerenz, Anne G. Neumeyer, David Nibert, Holly Nicholas, Mary Nicholson, Debora L. Nimmrichter, Susanne Ning, Cyndy Nissler, Paul J. Norris, John North, Brian Nuessel, Frank Nunez, Mario
O O’Reilly, Erin Oded, Yaniv Ojeda, Diego Oleksak, Rita A. Onuma, Atsuko Ordonez, Mirna Orlikoff, Jennifer E. Orsatti, Silvina Orsitto, Fulvio Osa-melero, Lucia
Oskoz, Ana R. Ostermann-Healey, Carolyn Otani, Koji Ott, Werner Otto, Sue K. Ou, Mali Ousselin, Catherine A. Owen, Jeanette Owens, Ruth S. Oxford, Raquel
P Pablo Rey Rodil, Pedro Pacioni, Marco Padian, Carole Paesani, Kate Page, Deborah Palaich, Sandra Palladino, Valeria Pan, Da’an Pan, Jun Pan, Na Panicco, Cristiana Paoletti, Franco Papa, Erin Paravazian, Diane Pardo-Ballester, Cristina Paredes, Liliana Paredes Fernandez, Maria F. Park, Ellen Park, Jeong-Bin Park, Jeung-hee Park, Ok Sook Parker, Janet Parkes, Lisa Parpia, Bhavani Pasqui, Rita Patrick, Paula Paul, Jing Pearsall, Mark Pearson, Lynn Pearson, Magda Peart, Silvia Peckenpaugh, Kacy Pederson, Viann M. Peng, Ke Pennazzato, Roberto Pennestri, Susan Q. Perkins, Johnny Pero, Martha Pertusa, Inmaculada Perugini, Dorie Peterson, Jennifer Pettenella, Marta Pettes Guikema, Janel Peyton, Joy Pflanze, Katrine R. Pfrehm, James Phillippe, Denise E. Phillips, June K. Picchietti, Virginia Pichugin, Alexander Pieniaszek, Angela Pierce, Natasha Pierini, Giacomo Pietralunga, Mark
Pietrantoni, Gina R. Pilla, Dana Pinkert, Anke Pinzi, Anita Pitti, Ilenia Piwek, Sigurd Placido, Kristy Plotkin, Marsha Plutino-Calabrese, Maria Stella Podbilski, Lisa Pogal, Patricia Polizzi, Marie-Christine Andree Pool-Von Werder, Rhonda Popoff, Gabrielle Porter, David Potel, Davara Potowski, Kimberly Poulin-Deltour, William Pozzi Pavan, Daniela Prager, Debra Pratt, Comfort Pratt, Hannah Presson, Daniel D. Preto-Bay, Ana Raposo Prince, Bill L. Prionas, Evangelia Przywara, Maribeth Pugliese, Annunziata Pyun, Danielle Pérez Ibáñez, Ignacio
Q Qiao, Zhenlin Qin, Xizhen Quinlan, Cheri
R Radomski, Carol Rajamanickam, Vetriselvi Rallings, Yasuko Takata Ramirez, Jaime Andres Ramos-Garcia, Maria Teresa Ramos-Harthun, Jessica Range, Regina Christiane Rankin, James Rapti, Vassiliki Rarick, Damon Rattanakhemakorn, Jintana Ratwik, Anita Rauch, Karen L. Raught, Jocelyn Raven, Patrick T. Rawson, Gay G. Ray-Trevino, Sherrie A Raymond, Robert B. L. Redmann, Jennifer Redmond, Mary Lynn B. Redonnet, Jean-Claud Reed, Karey Reimer, Felicia Reimer, Todd C. Reinhardt, Jonathon Reisinger, Deb S. Rempert, Tania Ann Ren, Fei
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List of Presenters Do You Have the New Convention Mobile App? Please use the Mobile App to find where each presenter is speaking. With this free app designed for iPhone, iPad, Android, or smart phone, you will be able to access all kinds of information about this convention right from your mobile phone or tablet, including the complete Convention Program Guide. Just scan this QR code to download the app or enter www.tripbuilder.com/actfl2012apps into your phone’s browser. Ren, Marlene Renjilian-Burgy, Joy Retterer, Oscar Reynolds, Sandra Rhodes, Nancy C. Ribadeneira, Alegria Ricardo-osorio, Jose Ricci, Roberta Richards, Patricia Lyn Rickerl, Holly Rieger, Caroline Rifkin, Benjamin Rinkert-Garcia, Sybille Rinner, Susanne Ritz, Catherine Rivera, Gladys Rivera-Martinez, Mildred Rivers, William P. Rivers Parroquin, Rachel Robb, Bonnie Roberts, Elizabeth H. Roberts, Gregg Roberts, Margaret Robin, Richard Robison, Robert E. Rodano, Simona Rodgers, Daryl M. Rodrigo, Victoria Rodriguez, Angelo Rodriguez, Julio Rodriguez, Raul Rogers, Darcy Roig-Torres, Teresa Rojas, Luzbette S. Rolleston, James Roncal-Ramirez, Fanny R. Rose, Ferrel Rose, Ghislaine M. Rosen, Lauren B. Rosenbaum, Peter Rosenbusch, Marcia H. Rosenfeld, Kathrin Ross, Claudia Ross, Jane Roth, Peiyu Rott, Susanne Rouxel-Cubberly, Noelle Roy, Allan Rozier, Louise Ruan, Henry Ruddick, Katherine S. Ruggiero, Diana Russel, Priscilla G. Russell, Victoria Russo, Eva
Ryan-Scheutz, Colleen Marie Ryshina-Pankova, Marianna V. Ryu, Jean Sook
S Safadi, Michelle Timothy Saito-Abbott, Yoshiko Sakuma, Harue Salardi, Marco Salgado-Robles, Francisco Salsini, Laura Samples, Alisha Dawn Sanchez Salmeron, Ana Isabel Sanchez-Naranjo, Jeannette Sanders, Jo Sandrock, Paul Sandstrom, Elizabeth Sartiaux, Audrey N. Sato, Tomomi Sauer, Thomas Savino, Catherine Sayers, Richard Schallie, Charlotte Schechner, Stephanie A. Scheiber, Elizabeth Scheller, Lauren E. Schenker, Theresa Schertz, Brenda A. Schindler, Stephan Schlemann, Katherine Schmenk, Barbara Schmerbeck, Nicola Schneider, Holly A. Schrambach, Bendi Benson Schrock, Yukiko Y. Schroeck, Peter J. Schroeter, Katrin Schueller, Jeanne M. Schuetze, Ulf Schulte-Nafeh, Martha G. Schultz, Peter Schutzler, Michael Schwab, Hank Schwartz, Adam Schwenkler, Catherine Scida, Emily E. Scinicariello, Sharon G. Scott, Andrew Scott, Sally S. Scow, Vickie Seamars, Patrick Seely, Contee Seewald, Amanda Seidlitz, Lisa
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Sekine, Shigeko Selden, Brittany Semaan, Gaby Senoo, Yasuko Seo, Masaki Serafin, Karolina Serafini, Tiziana Serra, Ilaria Sessler Schmaling, Lynn Shackelford, Sarah K. Shang, Joanne Shann, Wei-Chang Shapiro-Rosenberg, Alisa Shea, Jane K. Shee, Jonathan Sheffer, Amanda Shen, Helen H. Shen, Shuaiyu Shen, Yan Shepard, Katherine Shepherd, Eric Sherf, Nicole Sherman, Gudrun E. Shi, AI Shi, Zhongqi Shih, Ling-Ling Shimojo, Mitsuaki Shin, Hye Young Shinagawa, Satoru Shiroma, Ying Shrager, Ellen Bernard Shrum, Judith L. Shu, Zhao-min Shuffelton, Jane Sidorova, Vladislava L. Sieger, Ann E. Sigmund, Keiko Sildus, Tatiana Silva, Cassia Silva, Lee Silveira, Agripino S. Silver, Joane S. Singh, Ravinder Sinopoulou, Ourania Slagter, Peter Jan Sliger, Jessica Fay S Smith, Elizabeth A. Smith, Michelle Smith, Tony Snaidero, Tiberio Snyder, Jim Snyder, Stephen So, Sufumi Sohn, Sung-Ock Sokolosky, Jane
Sones, Thomas Thomas Song, Chenqing Sopcak, Lorna Sosulski, Michael Soud, Cathy V. Speece, Lauren E. Speidel, Kirsten Spencer, Janie Spielberger, Marcia A. Spinelli, Emily L. Spino, Le Anne Spitz, Maria C. Sponseller, Julia Spring, Madeline K. Springman, Luke Stabile, Daniel Stack, Tatjana Stam, Adriana Stark, John H. Steverman, Sarah J. Stewart, Ken Stewart, Melissa Stieglitz, Avi Stiles, Nicole Linn Stipek, Jan Stockman, Ayumi Stoehr, Louise E. Strickler, Sally Stryker, Adam Su, Henghua Su, Shuhui Suarez-Garcia, Jose L. Subisak, Jeannine Fan Sullivan Caccavale, Therese Summerville, Marcela Sun, Chao Fen Sun, Hongyun Sun, Jinai Sun, Lina Sun, Meiqing Sunderland, Ann L. Sundstrom, Krystal L. Sunindyo, Ario Surface, Eric Suzumura, Nana Svaldi, Morena Swanson, Peter B. Sweeney, Violeta Sweigert, James Swett, Patrick Sykes, Julie Szczepaniak, Andrew Szwabowski, Linda
T Tabuse, Motoko Tacelosky, Kathleen Tai, Yu-Ju Takahashi, Etsuko Takahashi, Nobuaki Takeda, Ayako Takeda, Noriko Talbot, Sandra Tallman, Amy Tallon, Michael Tamayo, Ana Tamburri, Anthony Julian Tamura, Megumu Tan, Dali Tanaka, Masahiro Tang, Le Tang, Lixing L. Tanno, Koji Tao, Hongyin Tao, Liang Taraborelli, Jean Tardio, Therese Tarone, Elaine Technau, Bjoern Temples, Amanda Lanier Teng, Chunhong Teng, Shou-Shin Teng, Wen-hua Teng, Xiaohong Ter Haseborg, Heiko Terrill, Laura Tharrington, Karen Theisen, Toni Therien, Beth J. Thompson, Chantal Thompson, David R. Thompson, Lynn. Thornhill, Daniel J. Tian, Jie Tibbles, Darell Tognozzi, Elissa Tohsaku, Yasu-Hiko Tokarczyk, Laura Torres, Irma Torres, Kelly Toth, Caroline M. Toth, Paul Tovar, Deanna Trapani, Sandra Trego, Daniel B. Trommler, Frank Tropp, Kim Troyan, Francis J.
List of Presenters Tschirner, Erwin P. Tseng, Chin-chin Tseng, Miao Fen Tsigas-Fotinis, Vasiliki Tsuda, Kazuo Tu, Yao Tussing, Marjorie O. Tuttle, Harry G.
U Uceda, Francisco Ugolini, Matteo Uotate, Yasuo Urlaub, Per K.
V Valentin, Laura Valentine, Jon Valerio, Eduardo Valfredini, Alessia Valnes Quammen, Sandra Lynn Van Alstine, Megan Van Buren, Phyllis E. Van Dixhoorn, Lidwien Van Kerckvoorde, Colette Van Lier, Leo Van Olphen, Marcela Van Watson, William VanderHeijden, Vincent VanPatten, Bill Vasseur, Raychel M. Vegna, Veronica Veneziano Broccia, Lillyrose Vetterling, Mary-Anne Via, Mary-Elizabeth Viakinnou-Brinson, Lucie Vignale, Agustin Villa Sella, Nicoletta Villalba-Rosado, Celines Villarreal, Alyssa Villarruel, Gonzalo Villemez, Elisabeth Vilski, Veronica Vinci-Minogue, Debra J. Vitti, Antonio
Vitti-Alexander, Maria Rosaria Vitullo, Juliann Viviani, Liliane Voelkner, Katrin Voss, Monique Vásquez, Camilla
W Wade, Ofelia Wagner, Elvis Waldbaum, Roberta Walker, Galal Walsh, Rachel A. Wang, Chao-Hua Wang, Daliang Wang, Dan Wang, Fang Wang, Jeff Wang, Jianhong Wang, Jing Wang, Kathleen Wang, Qi Wang, Qiuyu Wang, Shenggao Wang, Shu-pei Wang, Shuhan Chou Wang, Tianlin Wang, Tingting Wang, Xiaodan Wang, Xiaojun Wang, Yang Wang, Yanlin Wang, Yu-Fang Wang, Yu-lin Warford, Mark K. Warren, John Wassell, Beth Watanabe Isoyama, Maki Watson-Lopez, George Watzinger-Tharp, Johanna Waugh, Yuki Webber, Dana E. Weber-Feve, Stacey Ann Wei, Qing Weigert, Astrid Weiss, Edward
Welch, Thomas Welling, Kathy Wen, Xiaohong Sharon Wertz, Ryan Wesely, Pamela Mary West, Tristin White, Arlene Faith White, Justin White, Thomasina I. Whitlock, Andrew Wiedemann, Lyris Wieland, Molly Wiggers, Heiko Wilcoxen, Leann L. Wilder, Ida Wiley, Terrence Wilkinson, Sharon Williams, Kevin Carlos Williams, Sarah Williams, Shauna Willis, Sheree Wilson, Cathy Windham, Scott Winne, Lori J. Woerner, Jill Wolf, Gregory H. Wong, Ka Wong, Wynne Woods, Angie Woodward, Katherine S. Worland, Mamiya Wortzel, Jennifer Wu, Ching-Hsuan Wu, Hsiang-Ting A. Wu, Lan Wu, Qiong Wu, Sue-mei Wu, Tina Wu, Yiching Wu, Ying Wuu, Gin-Chi
X Xiang, Xuehua Xiao, Yang Xiao, Yun
Xing, Janet Xiong, Wen Xu, Heping Xu, Lanting Xu, Yi
Y Yaden, Bridget E. Yamamoto, Junko Yamamoto, Miyuki Yamashita-Iverson, Kazumi Yampolskaya, Irina Yan, Jackie Xiu Yang, Chunsheng Yang, Jia Yang, Li Yang, Lu Yang, Qizhi Jenny Yang, Yin-Shan Yang, Yu-Sheng Yao, Yi Ping Yao, Yun Ye, Lijuan Yearwood, Arayna L. Yeh, ChinHuei Yeh, Hsin-Hung Yeh, Meng Yeh, Pei Yu Yi, Youngjoo Yin, Chengxu Yin, John Jing-hua Yonemoto, Kazuhiro Younes, Majed Younis, Waseem Yu, Juan Yu, Ya-chuan Yuan, Alex Yuan, Fangyuan
Z Zachau, Reinhard Zaczek, Barbara Zaier, Amani Zamora, Celia Zaniello, Sarah
Zanotti, Veronica Zaslow, Brandon Zeller, Ingrid Zeng, Zhini Zeoli, Ewa Zeppieri, Rosanne Zhang, Alice Zhang, Hong Zhang, Hongming Zhang, Jie Zhang, Jin Zhang, Jing Zhang, Li Zhang, Phyllis Zhang, Shenglan Zhang, Siwen Zhang, Xiang Zhang, Xiaoxia Zhang, Yan Zhang, Yongfang Zhao, Juanjuan Zhao, Qiuli Zhao, Suihua Zhao, Zenan Zhao-Heissenberger, Gertrude Zhou, Yi Zhou, Ying Zhou, Yunong Zhou, Zijian Zhu, Jia Zhu, Wei Zhu, Weihua Zhu, Xinhua Zhu, Yongping Ziamandanis, Claire Zils, Harald Zimmerman, Nancy Zinggeler, Margrit Verena Zinke, Laura Zins-Adams, Linda Zorach, Cecile Zuniga-Murphy, Scheri Zwanziger, Elizabeth Zyzik, Eve
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Developing leaDers for tomorrow’s learners in world languages and esol The 60th Annual Northeast Conference March 7-10, 2013 in Baltimore, MD Arlene F. White, Salisbury University, Conference Chair
what makes us unique! Diverse professional Community language-, level-, & topic Based session strands language suites for Networking webinars
Orlando Welcomes the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages in 2013
what makes us great! exciting exhibit area high quality program immersion in language & culture Professional development credit Connecting before, during, & after the event
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ACTFL Celebrates 30 Years of the OPI ACTFL celebrates 30 years of the ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI) in 2012. Developed in 1982, the OPI is now recognized within the United States and internationally as the standard for reliability and validity in the assessment of spoken language proficiency. The original 12 languages have expanded to 100 languages; annual tests have grown from 200 to 30,000. Find out more about the OPI at ACTFL Central in Exhibit Halls D & E.
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See You in Orlando! Don’t miss the 2013 ACTFL Annual Convention and World Languages Expo that will be held November 22–24, 2013 at the Orange County Convention Center. The theme will be “New Spaces, New Realities: Learning Any Time, Any Place” and it will be another great professional development experience for all language educators.
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Donation optional Discover Languages . . . Discover the World!® is ACTFL’s sustained public awareness campaign to build understanding among the public, the business community, and the government of the importance of learning languages. Efforts such as this will lead to increased funding for language programs, expanded language programs, increased cultural understanding, and increased job opportunities for language educators.
ACTFL members are eligible for one FREE Special Interest Group (SIG) membership. Additional SIG memberships are $5/year per SIG. Multi-year members should multiply each SIG fee accordingly. (For example: add $10 per SIG if you are registering for a two-year ACTFL membership plan.) Price: $5/year per SIG
Special Interest Groups African-American Students – provides a public forum for the discussion of issues relating to African-American students and their needs as language learners. Arabic – serves as a network for communication and information sharing among Arabic language and culture instructors. Community Colleges – provides leadership and cohesiveness to the teaching of foreign languages at the community college level. Distance Learning – provides a forum for the discussion of strategies, program models, and the many challenges facing distance learning educators. Film (Cinema) – seeks to respond to the increasing interest in and use of films in language instruction, acquisition, and assessment. Heritage Languages – represents the concerns of the heritage languages teaching community and provides them a network for communication. Immersion – expands opportunities for dialogue, information exchange, professional development, and research initiatives among dual language/ immersion educators. Korean – provides a forum for discussion about teaching Korean and provides teachers an active networking system. Language Learning for Children (LLC) – promotes and supports early language programs in the U.S. through advocacy, networking, and articulation. Less Commonly Taught Languages (LCTLs) – promotes knowledge and awareness about LCTLs and provides a forum for teachers to discuss learning needs, best practices, and policy developments. Modern Greek – provides a forum for the Modern Greek language and culture teaching community. Portuguese – promotes and supports Portuguese programs in the U.S. through advocacy, networking, and articulation. Research – highlights the importance of the research process among the ACTFL membership, while also providing a forum at the ACTFL Convention for the discussion and presentation of research pieces. Small German Programs – promotes discussion of the issues and opportunities surrounding small German programs at colleges and universities. Spanish for Native Speakers (SNS) – concerned with the teaching and learning of Spanish for individuals who have a home background in the language. Teacher Development – provides a forum for the discussion of foreign language teacher preparation, both at the preservice and in-service levels. Teaching and Learning of Culture – encourages a better understanding of the teaching of culture and its place in the foreign language curriculum.
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Save the Date ACTFL is coming to Orlando in 2013! Please join us at
Pre-Convention Workshops on Thursday, November 21 Registration and Housing will open in early spring 2013. Visit www.actfl.org for all Convention information and program updates!
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he annual convention of the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) will be Friday, November 22 through Sunday, November 24, 2013 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. The ACTFL Convention, where learning comes alive, features over 600 educational sessions covering a wide spectrum of the language profession, as well as more than 250 exhibiting companies showcasing the latest products and services for you and your students. The ACTFL Convention is an international event bringing together over 6,000 attendees from all languages, levels and assignments within the profession.
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International Student Experiences (ISE)
144
8, 19, 32, 42, 87, 149, 207
IQChinese 99
American Association of Teachers of German (AATG) 143
Kodansha 32
American Association of Teachers of Italian (AATI)
Modern Language Association
160
American Association of Teachers of Japanese (AATJ) 144
MSI Press
Arizona State University Chinese Language Flagship
National Network for Early Language Learning (NNELL)
Better Chinese
107
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Bose 18
National Security Agency
125
Breaking the Barrier, Inc.
Northeast Conference on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (NECTFL)
204
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Calico Spanish
127
Center for Educational Resources in Culture, Language and Literacy (CERCLL) Center for Open Educational Resources and Language Learning (COERLL) Central Intelligence Agency (CIA)
97
44
Pearson 86
27
Pennsylvania State Modern Language Association (PSMLA) 160
114
Central States Conference on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (CSCTFL)
Pacific Northwest Council for Languages (PNCFL)
Pennsylvania State University French Department
160
Routledge 162 195
CHA Educational Tours
41
Cheng & Tsui Company
196
Sanako Inc. SANS Inc. – Sony Digital Language Lab Technology
39 1
SCOLA 170
Chinese Language Association of Secondary-Elementary Schools (CLASS) 84
SDSU Language Acquisition Resource Center SIT Graduate Institute
88
Chinese Language Teachers Association (CLTA)
51
The College Board
12
Southern Conference on Language Teaching (SCOLT)
67
Common Ground International
15
Culture Quest Tours
67
Deutsche Welle EF Education First EMC Publishing Georgetown University Press Holt McDougal International Schools Services
208 | ACTFL 2012 Program Guide
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163
Southwest Conference on Language Teaching (SWCOLT)
195
Study in Argentina
103
Visit Orlando
204
Vista Higher Learning
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Wiley 164
Inside front cover
World of Reading Ltd.
51
20
Yale University Press
40
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