2015 SCOLT/FLAG/SEALLT Program

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50th Annual Conference of the

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We are pleased to announce an exciting new international opportunity for graduate level studies. James Madison University (JMU) and the University of Salamanca (USAL) are offering a Dual Master’s Degree in Education, with a concentration in Spanish Language and Culture for Educators and Teachers of Spanish as a Foreign Language (SLC). The program is an 18-month commitment in which students spend one summer at JMU, one summer at USAL, and three additional academic semesters (fall, spring, fall) in online classes at the students’ home locations. We anticipate that graduates of the program will be able to find jobs in a variety of fields, including teaching, business, hospitality, government, and non-profit. All courses taught by JMU will be in English, and all courses taught by USAL will be in Spanish. The 36-credit graduate program enables students to: • Teach Spanish as a second/foreign language (no licensure) • Learn about the Spanish culture and language • Master their Spanish speaking, listening, and writing skills Doctoral-level instructors from James Madison University and the University of Salamanca teach all courses in the program. Both universities offer excellent on-campus facilities, including classroom, computing, and social space for all students. The application deadline for the first cohort (2015-2016) is March 15, 2015. You can find detailed program information at: http://www.jmu.edu/slcmasters If you would like more information, please contact the program director, Dr. Diane Wilcox, at wilcoxdm@jmu.edu or 540-568-6707 or the program coordinator, Diana Meza, M.S. Ed., at mezadx@jmu.edu or 540-568-5917.


Table of Contents

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SCOLT Welcome letter

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FLAG Welcome Letter

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SEALLT Welcome Letter

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Conference Schedule at a Glance

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Keynote Information

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SCOLT Sponsors and Patrons List

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SCOLT Awards and Honors

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SCOLT Scholarship Winners

SCOLT World Languages Teachers of the Year FLAG Awards Dimension

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PLU/CEU Verification Form

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Best Of State Presenters

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Friday/Saturday grid of sessions by room

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Conference Schedule Thursday

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Saturday

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Friday

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Presenter Index

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Exhibit Map

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Exhibit Information

Academia Latinoamericana de Espa単ol

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Index of Advertisers

American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) Appalachian State University Cambridge University Press

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Carol Nescio

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Continental Book Company

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Centro MundoLengua EMC Publishing Estudio Sampere

The French Traveler

Gwinnett County Public Schools International Education Services James Madison University

Learning Engines/Linguachet

National Geographic / Cengage Sanako SANS

Stevens Learning Systems

University of North Georgia Vista Higher Learning

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inside front cover 25 57 8 4

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back cover


SCOLT Welcome Letter

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Dear Colleagues, On behalf of the SCOLT Board of Directors, I am honored to welcome you to the 2015 SCOLT Conference. This year’s conference, “All that glitters is SCOLT - 50 years of language teaching and learning,” could not occur without the collaborative efforts of our partners, FLAG, SEALLT, and ACTFL. We are grateful for their support as well as the support we have received from various donors, exhibitors, presenters, and our many Sponsors and Patrons. SCOLT is celebrating its golden anniversary in the city where it all began fifty years ago! From 1965 through 1967, the founding conferences took place in Atlanta. During these initial conferences, the focus of the program was to acquaint teachers and administrators from the elementary through college levels with modern techniques of foreign language teaching. In 2015, we are proud to offer over 225 presenters and over 150 sessions and workshops that continue to focus on a variety of issues related to our profession.

SCOLT Board of Directors 2014 - 2015 Linda Zins-Adams President

Carol Anne Costabile-Heming Vice President and Director of Exhibits and Advertising

June C.D. Carter

Immediate Past President

Carmen Scoggins

Director of Scholarships

Alisha Dawn Samples

Director of Advocacy and Outreach

Linda Markley

Recording Secretary

Clarissa Adams-Fletcher Director of SCOLTalk and Social Media

Thomas Soth

Director of Awards

Caroline Switzer Kelly SCOLT Representative to ACTFL

Peter B. Swanson

On Thursday, many leaders from our state associations and guests from the region and nation will gather for the workshop: Inspiring, Engaging and Transforming through Leadership. Special guests include Bill Rivers from JNCL/NCLIS, Marty Abbott and Jacque Van Houten from ACTFL, and Ruta Couet from NCSSFL. The purpose of this collaborative workshop is to share how our various organizations go about identifying and supporting language-related initiatives and leaders and seeking where areas of collaboration may exist. These efforts help maintain the momentum towards a shared vision of the role of languages in creating globally competent citizens. Our keynote speaker, Carmen Agra Deedy, will impress you with her gift of storytelling. About the same time that SCOLT came into existence, Carmen arrived in the United States as a refugee from Cuba and settled in the Atlanta area. She is the perfect speaker for our conference, as she blends her cultural and linguistic experiences to create award-winning stories. We are confident that she will captivate you during her keynote address at 9:30 am on Friday at our Opening General Session. At our Award’s Luncheon on Friday, we will bestow Marty Abbott with the Founder Award. She is a role model for many of us, and her efforts in the support and promotion of World Languages over the years have propelled our efforts in making language learning more respected in schools across the nation. We now live in a connected world and knowing how to communicate in multiple languages is crucial. Later on Friday, current SCOLT Sponsors and Patrons are cordially invited to attend our Annual Business Meeting and Reception, which will take place in the Delta Flight Museum. Come celebrate with us! Language learning has changed a great deal since SCOLT started with an idea conceived by Herman Bostick and others 50 years ago. Our organization, the Southern Conference on Language Teaching, is brightly shining today because of the many Founders, Sponsors, and Patrons. So many individuals have been loyal to this organization and have served for years in various roles. This year’s conference will bring together so many individuals who are responsible for SCOLT’s success, as well as emerging leaders of our organization. Finally, we are also thankful for ALL our 2015 SCOLT Conference attendees, for your passion and commitment to the profession. Each of us adds to the dazzling specks of glitter that make SCOLT so golden! Sincerely,

Dimension Co-Editor

David Jahner

Executive Director

Linda Zins-Adams, 2014-2015 SCOLT President


SEALLT Welcome Letter Southeast Association for Language Learning Technology

Dear Attendees, SEALLT is thrilled to continue our partnership with SCOLT. We would like to welcome you to the 2015 conference in Atlanta, Georgia and the 50th anniversary where “all that glitters is SCOLT”! For those of you who do not know, SEALLT is a regional group of the International Association for Language Learning Technology (IALLT), a professional organization established in 1965 whose members provide leadership in the development, integration, evaluation and management of instructional technology for the teaching and learning of language, literature and culture. While our members consist primarily from Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, South Carolina, and Florida, we welcome anyone interested in language learning technology. This year SEALLT has prepared three hands-on workshops and several technology-focused sessions. We hope you will join us at these workshops and sessions to not only learn something new but to also provide assistance and encouragement to implement technology into your classroom. You are also invited to drop by the SEALLT Technology Corner in the exhibit hall where we look forward to meeting you and to answering your questions. We would also like to invite you to get information about any upcoming conferences. The officers and I hope you have a productive and enlightening conference which will allow you to “glitter”. We all look forward to meeting you. Raegan Lemmond The University of Alabama President, SEALLT 2015 Officers Vice President Jenny Faile University of South Alabama

K-12 Membership Coordinator Frank Kruger-Robbins Pine Crest Preparatory School

Treasurer Stacey Powell Auburn University

Past President Kristy Britt University of South Alabama

Secretary & Webmaster Judy Shoaf University of Florida

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Booth 17 in the Exhibit Area


FLAG Welcome Letter Foreign Language Association of Georgia

FLAG Board of Directors 2014-2015 Officers

Joe Frank Uriz President

Denise Overfield President-Elect

Rhonda Wells

Vice President for Advocacy

Jamie Patterson

Vice President for Language Contests

Elizabeth Combier

Immediate Past Present

Pat McCoy

Corresponding Secretary

Mary Ellen Foye

Treasurer / Administrator

Directors

Susan Crooks

Dear Colleagues, On behalf of the Foreign Language Association of Georgia, it is with great pleasure that I welcome everyone to Atlanta for the 2015 SCOLT/FLAG/SEALLT Conference! We are excited to work with the SCOLT Board and co-host the conference on their 50th Golden Anniversary Event. Truly, all that glitters is conference learning! Every year there is such a magnificent array of sessions and workshops to select from at our conferences. The FLAG Board and membership would like to thank the SCOLT Board and Executive Director, David Jahner for all of their hard work that went into organizing such a tremendous conference. We hope by the end of the conference that you will be full of new knowledge to take back to your campuses and have made many new connections through networking.

Joy Lynn Tynes

Please don’t forget to invite your colleagues to join FLAG and support our passion in foreign language learning and teaching throughout the great state of Georgia! Finally, remember to empower yourself at the conference and enjoy your time in Atlanta! Thank you for attending, and we hope to see you at FLAG Conference 2016 in Augusta, Georgia.

Brandi Meeks

Sincerely,

FLAG Journal Editor

Jane Hursey Archivist

Public Relations Director Conference Director

Horst Kurz

Electronic Media Director

Greg Barfield Affiliate Liaison

Members-at-Large

Middle School: Vicki Alvis High School: Tammy Garces Post-Secondary: Amye Sukapdjo

Joe Frank Uriz, Ed.S. President, FLAG

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Conference Schedule at a Glance

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THURSDAY March 5

see pp. 24-25

8:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Registration Open - Main Lobby and Banquet Level / Lowest Level

9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Pre-Conference Morning Workshops - Shannon I, DeGaulle and Concourse Ballroom B

9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

12:00 PM – 4:00 PM 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

FRIDAY March 6

ACTFL Full Day Workshop - Concourse Ballroom A Leadership Lunchion and Session - DaVinci

Pre-Conference Afternoon Workshops - Shannon I, DeGaulle and Concourse Ballroom B SCOLT Teacher of the Year Interviews - Dublin SCOLT/FLAG/SEALLT Boards Social Hour

Registration - Preregistered Only - Banquet Level / Lowest Level see pp. 26-40

7:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Registration Open - Main Lobby and Banquet Level / Lowest Level

7:30 AM – 8:30 AM

Breakfast - Banquet Level / Lowest Level

7:30 AM – 5:00 PM

8:00 AM – 8:20 AM 8:30 AM – 9:20 AM

9:30 AM - 10:45 AM

10:45 AM – 11:15 AM 11:20 AM – 12:10 PM 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

12:15 PM – 1:30 PM 1:30 PM - 5:00 PM

1:45 PM – 2:35 PM

2:35 PM – 3:10 PM 3:10 PM – 4:00 PM 4:10 PM – 5:00 PM 5:30 PM– 7:00 PM

Exhibits Open - Main Lobby and Banquet Level / Lowest Level SCOLT First Timers Session - Concourse Ballroom Sessions #1 - Various – see program

Opening General Session/Keynote - Concourse Ballroom

Exhibits Break - Main Lobby and Banquet Level / Lowest Level Sessions #2 - Various – see program

On-Site Registration Closed for Luncheon / Pre-Registration Open SCOLT Awards Luncheon

Registration Open - Main Lobby and Banquet Level / Lowest Level Sessions #3 - Various – see program

Exhibits Break - Main Lobby and Banquet Level / Lowest Level Sessions #4 - Various – see program Sessions #5 - Various – see program

S&P Reception and Business Meeting - Delta Flight Museum


50 years of language teaching and learning SATURDAY March 7

see pp. 42-55

7:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Registration Open - Main Lobby and Banquet Level / Lowest Level

8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Exhibits Open - Main Lobby and Banquet Level / Lowest Level

7:00 AM - 8:00 AM

8:00 AM – 8:50 AM

Breakfast - Banquet Level / Lowest Level Sessions #6 - Various – see program

9:00 AM – 9:50 AM

Sessions #7 - Various – see program

10:30 AM – 11:20 AM

Sessions #8 - Various – see program

9:50 AM – 10:30 AM

11:20 AM – 12:00 PM 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM 1:30 PM – 2:20 PM 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM 3:30 PM – 4:20 PM

Exhibits Break - Main Lobby and Banquet Level / Lowest Level Affiliate Meetings/Exhibits Break - Main Lobby and Banquet Level / Lowest Level FLAG Awards Luncheon - Concourse Ballroom C and D Afternoon Workshops - Concourse Ballroom A and B Sessions #9 - Various – see program

Sessions #10 - Various – see program Sessions #11 - Various – see program

SCOLT Booth 12 in the Exhibit Area

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Keynote Information Friday, March 6 - 9:30-10:45 AM

Carmen Agra Deedy Carmen Agra Deedy has been writing for children for over two decades. Born in Havana, Cuba, she came to the U.S. as a refugee in 1964. She grew up in Decatur, Georgia, where she lives today. Deedy began writing as a young mother and storyteller whose NPR commentaries on All Things Considered were collected and released under the title, Growing Up Cuban In Decatur, Georgia. The pithy collection of twelve stories soon garnered awards, among them a 1995 Publishers Weekly Best Audio (Adult Storytelling) and a 1996 Parents’ Choice Gold Award. Her children’s books have won numerous awards as well. The Library Dragon received various children’s state book awards and has sold near half a million copies. In 2003 the book was her home state’s choice to represent Georgia at the Library of Congress’s National Book Festival. The Yellow Star was the recipient of the 2001 Jane Addams Peace Association Book Award (Honor), presented to Ms. Deedy at the United Nations by Mrs. Kofi Annan. It also received the 2001 Christopher Award, the 2000 Parent’s Choice Gold Award, the 2001 Bologna Ragazzi Award (for best international children’s book), the 2002 WOW Award (National Literary Association of England), among other notable awards and honors. It has been translated to over a dozen languages. Martina the Beautiful Cockroach was presented with the 2008 Pura Belpre Honor Award, the 2008 NCSS/CBC Notable Social Studies Book Award, the 2008 Best Children’s Books of the Year (Bank Street College of Education), the 2008 International Latino Book Award, the Irma Simonton and James H. Black Award (Honor), the 2008 E.B White Award (Nominee), and the 2009 ALA Odyssey Audio Award (Honor), among others. Deedy’s children’s book, 14 Cows for America, is based on an astonishing gift Americans received from a Maasai village in Kenya, following the events of 9/11. The book was released in September of 2009 and is a New York Times Bestseller. The Wall Street Journal described it as a “ . . . moving and dramatically illustrated picture book.” She has now expanded into the world of chapter books with The Cheshire Cheese Cat: A Dickens of a Tale. This is a story of deception, intrigue, and derring-do that reveals the unlikely alliance between a cheese-loving cat and the Cheshire Cheese inn’s mice in Victorian England. Fans of Carmen’s work will be delighted to know that the sequel to The Library Dragon was released in August 2012. The Return of the Library Dragon brings us back to Sunrise Elementary School and the Library Dragon we have all come to know and love. One the eve of her retirement, some shocking changes happen in her library that bring out the dragon in her. Deedy has spent the past twenty years writing and telling stories. She has been an invited speaker at venues as varied as The American Library Association, Refugees International, The International Reading Association, Columbia University, The Smithsonian Institute, TED, The National Book Festival, and the Kennedy Center. An ardent supporter of libraries, she was the 2008 National Spokesperson for School Library Media Month (AASL). She has spoken before Noble Laureates and Pulitzer Prize winners, CEOs of major corporations, and heads of state. Over a span of twenty years, Deedy has told stories to hundreds of thousands of school children. They remain her favorite audiences.

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SCOLT 2015 Sponsors & Patrons 2015 Individual SCOLT Sponsors

SPONSOR Clarissa Adams-Fletcher Martha Dow Adams David Alley Janis Antonek Greg Armstrong Jason Bagley Leslie Baldwin Greg Barfield Alice Barrette Sue Barry Jennifer Bartlett Laura Beasley Fleming Bell Pamela Benton Sara Betler Peggy Bilbro Hannah Bollinger Herman Bostick Laura Bosworth Christopher Botero Peggy Boyles Janet Bunch Patricia Carlin June Carter Rosalie Cheatham Elizabeth Combier Diane Clark Michaela Claus-Nix Carol Anne Costabile-Heming Nicole Curran Kelly Davidson Devall Dianne Davis Susann Davis Amanda Dennis Greg Duncan Marjorie Duvall Lydia Ellis Leila Falt Catherine Fortin Anne Fountain Mary Ellen Foye Lynn Fulton-Archer Angela George Ransom Gladwin Jennifer Godwin

STATE GA MS GA NC AR SC NC GA KY AL GA TN GA FL NC AL NC MD KY GA OK MS AR SC AR GA GA GA TX NC SC AL KY AL GA GA AL AL NC CA VA DE GA GA SC

John C. Green Ann Marie Gunter Donna Guzzo Carrie Haight Laura Hall Terri Hammatt Sandra Hammond Elizabeth Harrison Ellen Hart Edee Heard Mirela Helberi Grace Helguero Balcells Mildred Hernandez Kristin Hoyt Shirley Hurd Irmgard Immel David Jahner Yohanna Jimenez Norah Jones Susanne Kelley Caroline Kelly Charli Kinard Vernon LaCour Audrey Laird William Michael Lake Elizabeth Lawrence-Baez James Linos Mark Linsky Sheri Spaine Long Steven Lownes Cheryl Maqueda Linda Markley Elaine McAllister Susanna Miller Elena Moore Juan Carlos Morales Maire Morenilla Dana Mucci Lori Nielsen Michelle Olah Amy Olsen Denise Overfield Linda Paragone Carlos Parra Edwin Perez Beth Pierce

GA NC FL GA MS LA FL MS NC GA GA FL NC GA GA GA GA MS VA GA NC SC MS AL GA SC GA GA NC SC MS FL GA GA FL FL AL AL AR FL NC GA AL TN GA MS

Lisa Podbilski Stacey Powell Shirley Price Sherrie Queen Sharon Rapp Mary Lynn Redmond Pamela Reynolds James Robinson M. Janet Robles Greg Sanchez Jana Sandarg Monika Santiago Carmen Scoggins Vanessa Shepherd Gilda Socarras Thomas Soth Ken Stewart Janene Sullivan Peter Swanson Jennifer Teply Karen Tharrington Valerie Theriez Joanne Thomas Joe Frank Uriz Nancy Valdes Jon Valentine Jacque Van Houten Aurora Fiengo-Varn Laurie Veillon Nolvia Ventura Maria Villadoniga Alyssa Villarreal Dana Vinson Edward Weintraut Meredith White Ivonne Jeannette Whitehead Carol Wilkerson Melissa Willing John Wilson Carolyn Wright Jenee Wright Margaret Young Linda Zins-Adams John Zyck

KY AL TN FL AR NC AR AL FL GA GA SC NC KY AL NC NC GA GA AL NC LA GA GA FL GA KY MS GA MS FL TN AL GA TN MS WA KY GA NC MS SC OH GA


50 years of language teaching and learning 2015 SCOLT Institutional Patrons PATRON Marty Abbott Jayne Abrate Bonnie Jean Avilez de Hudson Phillip Bailey Krista Chambless Keith Cothrun Ruta Couet Catherine Danielou Stephanie Dhonau Mary Ellen Foye Jamie Hincemon Nadine Jacobsen-McLean John Kaminar Dick Kuettner Frank Kruger-Robbins Gudrun Martyny Lynne McClendon Joe Murphy Susan Navey-Davis Cornelia Okraski Malinda O’Leary Jamie Patterson Roselyne Pirson Sherrie Ray-Trevino Mary Risner Bill Rivers Victoria Russell Emily Spinelli Maureen Stover Art Turfa Cristy Vogel Jocelyne Waddle Annette Waggoner Heather West Dolly Young Helene Zimmer-Loew

STATE VA IL NC AR AL NJ SC AL AR VA GA TN AR VA FL FL VA TN NC NC AL GA FL AR FL MD GA MI AR

KY VA AL TN IL

INSTITUTION ACTFL AATF University of Central Arkansas UAB AATG South Carolina DOE AFLTA FLAG Stevens Learning Systems NNELL Arkansas DOE FLAVA Pine Crest Academy, FL FFLA

NC State Univ. FLANC Fulton County Schools Pine Crest Academy, FL AFLTA University of Florida JNCL/NCLIS Valdosta State University AATSP Mount St. Mary Academy SCFLTA SCFLTA KWLA FLAVA AAFLT University of Tennessee

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SCOLT Awards & Honors Educator of Excellence Award

President’s Award for Leadership

Dr. Sabine Smith

Pamela Benton

Kennesaw State University It is with humility and gratefulness that I accept

this prestigious award, - and I do so in recognition

and celebration of my many mentors, colleagues, and students who have taught me over the years.

As a non-native speaker of English who came to this country driven by a passion for learning and as the only one in my family to have immigrated to the US and to hold a graduate degree, I am but

one example of the bountiful opportunities afforded those who choose education. Rounding out my

30th year of teaching, I still look joyfully forward to

work every day, eager to share my love for learning, and grateful to the diverse constituencies I serve.

To join the group of distinguished educators hon-

ored by this award is a privilege indeed. If my colleagues’ amazing talent and professional dedication have inspired me throughout the years, may this award serve to encourage and reassure oth-

ers in pursuit of education as a career. Thank you, SCOLT, for your ongoing support!

John Quincy Adams said, “If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader.” These words are particularly meaningful to me as I am humbled and honored to be the first recipient of the President’s Award for Leadership at SCOLT’s 50th Anniversary Celebration in Atlanta. It seems like yesterday that I attended my first SCOLT conference and was dazzled by the inspiring presentations and speakers. I have loved being part of awards ceremonies, Leadership Luncheons, the Teacher of the Year Competition and presenting and attending workshops. Networking at SCOLT has led to improvements to our practices in Florida, wonderful keynote speakers at the Florida Foreign Language Association Conference and continuous regeneration with fresh ideas for my personal teaching and the learning of my students. SCOLT has helped me learn and grow as an educator and as a leader. I have been inspired by my experiences at SCOLT and I hope to continue to strive to help others find inspiration to dream, learn, do, and become more. Thank you for this honor.


50 years of language teaching and learning Founders Award

Bostick Originator Award

Marty Abbott

Dr. Herman Bostick

It is very humbling for me to receive the SCOLT Founders Award this year. I want to thank the SCOLT Board of Directors for this great honor and I want to congratulate SCOLT on its 50th anniversary! I truly value my long association with the SCOLT region. SCOLT is an excellent example of an organization that serves the needs of its constituents by providing an energizing and innovative platform for professional development and involvement. Throughout my professional life, I have benefitted from the opportunities that SCOLT has provided. Whether it was supporting teachers to attend the SCOLT Conference when I was Language Coordinator in Fairfax County Public Schools (VA) or attending as the ACTFL representative, I have always looked forward to reinvigorating myself professionally—and, of course--connecting with the people who comprise the SCOLT region. The warm reception and friendly atmosphere make the conference a truly enjoyable experience. The SCOLT leadership has been legendary-from Herman Bostick, Joanna Crane, Lynne McClendon, and Lee Bradley—some of the original SCOLTers—to the current energetic and powerful leadership! I am confident that SCOLT will continue to “glitter” well into the future!

Dr. Herman F. Bostick is the originator of SCOLT and served as its first Executive Secretary from 1964-1970, and as SCOLT Executive Director from 1970-1974. Also during this period he founded the Foreign Language Association of Georgia (FLAG) and served as its first president. Subsequently, Dr. Bostick headed departments of foreign languages as Morehouse College (Atlanta), Texas Southern University and Howard University. Dr. Bostick has been a regular supporter of SCOLT conferences and a contributor to SCOLT publications. His desire to encourage new foreign language teachers to develop rewarding professional competence led him to make this award possible. 2015 Award winners will be announced during the SCOLT Awards Luncheon on Friday, March 6.

Previous Bostick Award Recipients: 2014: Barbara Hoover (AR) and Vanessa Shepherd (KY)

2013: Kayley Fidishun Bartlett (NC) and Jessica Garvey (AL)

2012: Dara Fickes (VA) and Sara Kolhoff (FL)

2011: Kayla Watson (TN) and Nedra Dunton (NJ) 2010: Grenedi Shamburger (LA) and Corey Evans (SC)

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SCOLT Scholarships

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SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION Academia Latinoamericana

Representative: Diego del Corral

A two-week Spanish language immersion experience and Indigenous Andean Culture or Regional Literature course including a home stay and (4) hours of instruction per day. Teachers can apply for graduate credits if needed through New Mexico State University. The program can consist of two weeks in the Imperial city of Cusco. Dates for the scholarship are July 5 to July 18, 2015. Package includes registration, tuition for two weeks, housing with host family (double occupancy), breakfast and lunch each day, and laundry service once a week. Dinners, round-trip travel to Cusco and personal expenses are not included. The scholarship recipient must teach in grades 11 - 12 or at the university level. After completing this experience, the recipient is required to prepare a YouTube video, showing her/his experiences, with photos and testimonies of this academic experience abroad. Preference for this award is given to non-native speakers of Spanish. info@latinoschools.com http://www.latinoschools.com

Cemanahuac Educational Community Representative: Vivian Harvey

This scholarship, available to teachers of Spanish in levels K-12, provides two weeks at Cemanahuac Educational Community in Cuernavaca, Mexico. The dollar value of this award in 2015 will be over $1,095, and includes registration, tuition for two weeks, housing (double occupancy) with all meals. Other expenses, in addition to airfare, which the recipient would have to cover on his/her own include transfer to Cuernavaca (about $16 each way), textbook ($45), cultural field study trips and personal expenses. The recipient can come at any convenient time in 2015. 3106 Walden Ravines Columbus, OH 43221 614-876-8768 ONSITE

vivian@cemanahuac.com http://www.cemanahuacspanishschool.com

Centro MundoLengua

Representative: David Hirsch

This scholarship is available to high school teachers who are currently teaching AP Spanish Language and Culture, or who plan to teach it in the near future. Special consideration will be given to teachers with an interest in traveling with students on a study abroad program. The recipient will participate in the College Board AP summer workshop in Seville, Spain. The dates of the institute are June 21 - July 4, 2015. The scholarship will cover the cost of the College Board workshop with all materials; housing with a Spanish family (individual room) and all meals included; and cultural and social activities program with all entrances. Not included: transportation to Spain, weekend travel, graduate credits from UC Riverside and health insurance. C/ Aire 5 Bajo Seville, Spain 41004 (34) 954-004-265 ONSITE

davidhirsch@centromundolengua.com http://www.centromundolengua.com

Cultural Services of the French Embassy

Representative: Solène Vilchien

This scholarship, available to French teachers in levels K-12, provides two weeks of study during July in France. They include registration, tuition and a certificate of attendance, and an allotment for lodging, meals, and expenses while in France, including transfer from the airport to the study site. Not included: transportation to France. 3399 Peachtree Rd. NE Suite 500 Atlanta, GA 30326 404-495-1660

solene.vilchien@diplomatie.gouv.fr http://www.consulfrance-atlanta.org

Estudio Sampere

ONSITE

Representative: Javier Vázquez

This scholarship is available to teachers of Spanish K-16; it provides three weeks of intensive study (20-24 lessons weekly) in Madrid. It includes tuition, accommodation with a Spanish family, single room and half-board. Not included: Flights, insurance, transfers to/from airport, personal expenses. C/Lagasca, 16 Madrid, Spain 28001 34-91-431-4366 ONSITE

usa@sampere.es http://www.sampere.com

Goethe Institut Scholarship

Representative: Miriam Burns

This scholarship, available to teachers of German in levels K-16, provides a one- or two-week professional development course at one of the 12 Goethe-Institutes in Germany in 2015; The value of the scholarship is 1600 Euros and it includes tuition; course materials; housing (varies depending on course location); breakfast every day and one main meal on Monday - Friday; cultural program; public transportation at seminar location; medical, accident and liability insurance for the duration of the seminar; coverage for transport home in case of illness. Not included: transportation to Germany and additional meals. Applicants must be members of AATG. Colony Square, Plaza Level 1197 Peachtree St NE Atlanta, GA 30361 404-892-2388

miriam.bruns@german-institute.org http://www.goethe.de/lhr/prj/fid/enindex.htm

2015 SCOLT

SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS French Scholarship

Cultural Services of the French Embassy TBD

Spanish Scholarships Cemanahuac Educational Community Scholarship Krista Himes Davidson Fine Arts Magnet School, Georgia

Estudio Sampere Jennifer Kennedy

Southern Elementary School, Kentucky

Academia Latinoamericana Catherine Allison Webb Sequoyah High School, Georgia

Centro MundoLengua Ann Marie Stevens

Scott County High School, Kentucky

German Scholarship Goethe Institut Lucas Gravitt

Scott County High School, Kentucky



Maximizing Language and Cultural Competency through Educational Travel to Peru Academia Latinoamericana de Espa単ol

www.latinoschools.com

Program Description: A two-week Spanish language immersion experience and Indigenous Andean Culture or Regional Literature course including a home stay and four (4) hours of instruction per day. Teachers can apply for Graduate credits if need it through New Mexico State University. The program can consist of two weeks in the Imperial city of Cusco. Dates: Scholarship limited to July 5 to 18, 2015 Package includes: Registration, tuition for two weeks, housing with host family (double occupancy), breakfast and lunch each day, laundry service once a week. Other expenses: Dinners; round-trip travel to Cusco; personal expenses Selection Criteria: The scholarship recipient much teach in grades 11-12 or at the University level. After completing this experience, the recipient is required to prepare a YouTube video, showing her/his experiences, with photos and testimonies of this academic experience abroad. Preference for this award will be given to non-native speakers of Spanish.

One Scholarship available CONTACT: Dr. Diego del Corral diego@latinoschools.com Phone: +(5932) 2250 946 Academia Latinoamericana de Espa単ol www.latinoschools.com


SCOLT World Languages Teachers of the Year Congratulations to all the candidates!

Lisa Garrison Alabama (AAFLT)

Jenee Wright Mississippi (MFLA)

Michelle Peace

Mitsuko Mamozono

Fabienne Sizemore

Franca Gilbert

Josie Walker

Leni Bronstein

Georgia (FLAG)

North Carolina (FLANC)

Louisiana (LFLTA)

Kentucky (KWLA)

Virginia (FLAVA)

Tennessee (TFLTA)

2014 World Languages Teacher of the Year 2014 World Languages Teacher of the Year Pamela Reynolds, AR SCOLT World Languages Teachers of the Year

Pamela Reynolds

2014: Pamela Reynolds, AR 2013: Robert Patrick, GA 2012: Thomas Soth, NC 2011: Lisa Podbilski, FL 2010: Clarissa Adams-Fletcher, GA 2009: Linda Zins-Adams, KY 2008: Carmen Scoggins, NC 2007: Juan Carlos Morales, FL 2006: Tracy Veler Knick, FL 2005: Ken Stewart, NC

Clarissa Adams-Fletcher (2010) and Ken Stewart (2005) were both selected ACTFL National Language Teachers of the Year!

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Lead with Languages: Navigate the World

The Foreign Language Association of Georgia invites you to our Annual Conference

March 4-5, 2016 at the

Augusta Marriott at the Convention Center 2 Tenth Street Augusta, Georgia 30901

Table 6 in the Exhibit Area


FLAG Awards

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Antonela Kljajic (P-12 Teacher of Promise)

Melanie Knight

Ms. Antonela Kljajic teaches German at Starr’s Mill High School in Fayette County. She has been described as a “phenomenal” teacher who uses a variety of approaches to inspire her students. She was instrumental in the development of a German exchange program at her school and is an active participant in a variety of professional development opportunities.

Fostering Partnerships Award Melanie Knight has been an essential component of the CTAE/world language partnership at Cairo High School. She accepted the challenge two years ago to develop a Spanish III for Medical Professions course. Ms. Knight joined the faculty in 2011 to teach Spanish and French at Cairo High School and Washington Middle School. Her CTAE/Spanish course has proven to be very successful in providing career opportunities and specialized language skills for both native and non-native speakers of Spanish. Prior to her experience at Cairo High School, Mrs. Knight taught at Miller County Schools, Colquitt, GA and Lee County High School, Leesburg, GA. She has also worked for the U.S. Department of Labor with the seasonal and migrant farmworker program as well as other careers in the human resource fields. Melanie is married to Ashley Knight and they are the parents of two boys, Eli and Ethan.

Billy Wells

Post-Secondary Leadership Award

Cynthia Toups (P-12 Leadership)

Ms. Cynthia Toups is Chair of the World Languages Department at Cairo High School in Cairo, GA. She teaches French, ESOL, and AP Psychology. She is currently developing a Culinary Arts course that will be taught in French, and she was instrumental in the development of a Health Sciences class that is taught in Spanish, thus modeling innovations that support language learning. She is described by her colleagues as a “dynamic” teacher who inspires her students.

Dr. Billy Wells is a 30 year Army veteran currently serving as the Vice President for Executive Affairs at the University of North Georgia. He is currently responsible for strategic plans and policy, government relations, international programs, the university press, and continuing and professional education. He is a graduate of Mississippi State University, holds an M Ed from Louisiana State University, and an Ed D from Vanderbilt. His military education includes attendance at the Command and General Staff College at Fort Leavenworth Kansas and the Army War College, Carlisle Barracks Pennsylvania.

Lisa Connell (Post-Secondary TOTY)

Tammy Garces (P-12 TOTY)

Ms. Tammy Garces teaches at Heard County HS. Her students and colleagues note her creativity, energy, and devotion to innovative pedagogy that promotes language learning. She is a graduate of the University of West Georgia.

Jeff Cheney (Administrative Support) Mr. Jeff Cheney is the Principal of South Forsyth High School in Cumming, Georgia. He strongly supports the professional development of teachers, and under his leadership language teachers have served on such committees as the AP German Language and Culture Development Committee and the GACE Review Committee.

Dr. Lisa Connell is currently Assistant Professor of French at the University of West Georgia. She focuses on excellence in the classroom while at the same time organizing activities outside of the classroom that serve to promote the study of French. Her scholarship focuses on Francophone literature, autobiography, and education and gender.


Dimension

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SCOLT Editorial Board 2014 - 2015 Robin Huff (Senior Reviewer) Georgia State University Atlanta, GA

Rosalie Cheatham

University of Arkansas Little Rock, AR

Diana Frantzen

SCOLT acknowledges the work of the Dimension editorial review board and thanks them for their service to the profession.

CALL FOR PAPERS

Dimension 2016 Special Issue: New Levels, No Limits: Focus on Intercultural Communicative Competence

University of Wisconsin Madison, WI

Co-editors Dr. Paula Garrett-Rucks (Georgia State University) and Dr. Alvino E. Fantini (SIT Graduate Institute)

Vicki Galloway

In light of the 2014 ACTFL Position Statement on Global Competence, this Special Issue is intended to explore the complex abilities learners need to communicate effectively and appropriately across languages and cultures. Topics exploring the teaching, learning, and assessment of culture and language are welcomed. Submissions exploring intercultural competence theoretical and development models or providing empirical evidence of best teaching practices will be prioritized. July 1st, 2015 deadline.

Georgia Institute of Technology Atlanta, GA

Susan Hildebrandt

Illinois State University Normal, IL

Todd F. Hughes

Vanderbilt University Nashville, TN

Raul Llorente

Georgia State University Atlanta, GA

Gillian Lord

University of Florida Gainesville, FL

Cherice Montgomery

Submissions guidelines can be found at: http:// www.scolt.org/index.php/publications/dimension

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Brigham Young University Provo, UT

Oscar Moreno

Georgia State University Atlanta, GA

Kathryn Murphy-Judy

Virginia Commonwealth University Richmond, VA

John Storm

Ithaca College Ithaca, NY

Paul D. Toth

Temple University Philadelpia, PA

Carol Wilkerson

Washington State University Tri-Cities Richland, WA

SCOLT Auction Information: What will you find at SCOLT’s SILENT AUCTION this year? Make time to check it out and bid on everything from gift cards to an ACTFL membership! Bidding begins at 8:00 am Friday, and ends at 10:30 am Saturday, with item pick-up and payment from 12:30-1:30 Saturday. Funds will go to a new SCOLT initiative offering support for Teachers of the Year, past and present, to share their expertise and provide professional development at regional conferences or local school districts. Booth 23 in the Exhibit Area


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“BEST OF ” Presenters The sessions and presenters below were selected by their state organization as the BEST OF STATE presentations at recent state conferences. We are pleased to share these selected presentations at SCOLT 2015! FRIDAY, MARCH 6

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GEORGIA: Best of FLAG

8:30 AM - 9:20 AM DeGaulle - Banquet Level / Lowest Level

“Saludos” Questions Answers Conjugations and Conversation Edee Heard, Druid Hills HS

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LOUISIANA: Best of LFLTA

11:20 AM - 12:10 PM DeGaulle - Banquet Level / Lowest Level

New Web 2.0 Tools

Jesus Garcia, Barbe ES; Maria Otero, Oak Park ES

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ALABAMA: Best of AAFLT

1:45 PM - 2:35 PM DeGaulle - Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Latin American Social Movements: Exclusion, Protests & More

Leonor Vazquez-Gonzalez, University of Montevallo

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VIRGINA: Best of FLAVA

3:10 PM - 4:00 PM DeGaulle - Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Using Technology to Improve Fluency in the Classroom

Vanessa Spallone, Trinity Preparatory School

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SOUTH CAROLINA: Best of SCFLTA

4:10 PM - 5:00 PM DeGaulle - Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Hands On Proficiency Rating Using ACTFL Descriptors Rob Ward, Meadow Glen MS

SATURDAY, MARCH 7

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FLORIDA: Best of FFLA

8:00 AM - 8:50 AM Concourse Ballroom A - Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Effective Discipline in the Foreign Language Classroom Nancy Valdes, Bishop Snyder HS

SATURDAY, MARCH 7 (cont’d)

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MISSISSIPPI: Best of MFLA

9:00 AM - 9:50 AM Concourse Ballroom A - Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Let’s Communicate!

Jenee Wright, Gulfport HS

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NORTH CAROLINA: Best of FLANC

10:30 AM - 11:20 AM Concourse Ballroom A - Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Sustainable Teaching for Language Learning Endurance Carmen Scoggins, Watauga HS

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ARKANSAS: Best of AFLTA

1:30 PM - 2:20 PM Shannon I - Atrium Level / 2nd Floor

Get Them Speaking in and out of Class

Brad Lemons & Pamela Reynolds, Siloam Springs HS

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WEST VIRGINIA: Best of WVFLTA

2:30 PM - 3:20 PM Shannon I - Atrium Level / 2nd Floor

Speaking Up: Techniques for Developing Speaking Ability

Susan Braidi & Maria Amores, West Virginia University

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TENNESSEE: Best of TFLTA

3:30 PM - 4:20 PM Shannon I - Atrium Level / 2nd Floor

A Spoonful of Sugar Helps the Common Core Standards Go Down Kayla Watson, Anderson County HS

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KENTUCKY: Best of KWLA

3:30 PM - 4:20 PM Shannon II - Atrium Level / 2nd Floor

Using the Reader-Writer’s Notebook in the Language Classroom Kristen Tinch, Bowling Green HS

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CONFERENCE SCHEDULE

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SATURDAY, MARCH 7

FRIDAY, MARCH 6

THURSDAY, MARCH 5

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8:00 AM - 2:00 PM Main Lobby & Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Registration Open

On-site registration is located near main hotel entrance; pre-registered attendees can pick up their materials on the Banquet Level / Lowest Level. Welcome to the conference! 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Concourse Ballroom A

W1

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Enhancing Student Learning through Instructional Strategies Dave McAlpine, ACTFL

Develop a repertoire of Standards-based instructional strategies, anchored in the modes of communication. Experience and analyze active and engaging strategies for developing, practicing, and assessing language performance in a real-world and language-rich environment. Examine differentiated strategies to equip learners to stay in the target language, practicing the communication and literacy strategies that will guide learners to the next level of performance. Based on the new ACTFL publication (2014), co-authored by the presenter. Sponsor: ACTFL Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): All

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: Various

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Shannon I

W2

Atrium Level / 2nd Floor

iPad. iPlay. iPower.

Donna Guzzo, Language Exploration Enrichment (LEE) SJCSD; Fran Siracusa, Country Day World School; María J. Robles, Creekside HS, SJCSD World Language educators recognize the importance of integrating technology in their lessons; yet many schools lack the resources needed for effectively incorporating digital tools in class. By integrating innovative World Languages pedagogy with 21st century technologies using the iPad, you will meet the evolving needs of school students in a global society while catering to their individual needs. Today’s classroom is modern. Students learn language by interacting and using it via technology. Collaboration is the key. Sponsor: SEALLT Strand: Collaboration Applicable Level(s): All

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples in: English and Spanish

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM DeGaulle

W3

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Reading and Writing in the Second Language Classroom Robert Patrick, Parkview HS

When is reading appropriate in the second language classroom? What is the role of reading and second language acquisition? What kinds of reading are appropriate? How do the ACTFL proficiency guidelines inform our work? Likewise,when us it appropriate to ask students to write in the target language. What does the writing in the target language mean? The workshop offers specific practices and tips on research to share with colleagues and administrators. Sponsor: FLAG Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): All

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples in: English and Latin

W4

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Concourse Ballroom B

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Have a Real Conversation? Can-Do! Norah Jones, Fluency Language Consulting

Let’s take a fun and interactive look at the key elements of authentic interpersonal speaking -- training students to have realistic conversations instead of what can seem like police interrogations! You’ll enjoy yourself, get practical insights, and work with others to develop specific objectives and lesson plans to train students in your target language at any level. You’ll also receive the interpersonal speaking NCSSFL-ACTFL Can-Do statements, and integrate your plans with the statements to guide and motivate your students. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): HS, Post-secondary

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples in: Dependent on participants

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Concorde Grill

L Lunch

Workshop attendees who would like to order lunch will be given instructions during the morning workshops.

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12:00 PM - 4:00 PM DaVinci

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Leadership Luncheon and Session Alisha Dawn Samples, SCOLT, Presiding

*By Invitation Only* This luncheon and subsequent session is an opportunity for leaders in the SCOLT region state associations to network and to learn from each other. Featured speakers include Marty Abbott from ACTFL, Jacque Van Houten, current ACTFL President, Bill Rivers from JNCL/NCLIS. Luncheon sponsored by SANS. Sponsor: SCOLT

W5

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Shannon I

Atrium Level / 2nd Floor

Mobile Apps to Foster Learner Engagement

Sharon Scinicariello, University of Richmond; Stacey Powell, Auburn University; Kristy Britt, University of South Alabama; Patricia Nolde, Georgia State University Whether used in or beyond the classroom, mobile apps‚ particularly those created for use in the target culture‚ are an effective tool to foster learner engagement and the use of the target language in context. Participants will discuss, create, and evaluate learner-centered activities using apps as both resources and production tools. For a hands-on experience, participants should bring their own mobile devices, but this is not a requirement. Sponsor: SEALLT Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): All

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: Various


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THURSDAY, MARCH 5 W6

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM DeGaulle

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Stephane Allagnon, Direction of International and Global Connections, Woodward Academy

In this workshop, teachers will be introduced to different programs and apps to make the Foreign Language classroom more attractive to teachers and students. A section of the workshop will be an open discussion between the presenter and participants to discuss and practice the use of technology. Participants should bring an electronic device that can be connected to the Internet. Sponsor: FLAG Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): All

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Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples in: French, German, Spanish

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Concourse Ballroom B

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Work Smarter, Not Harder: Multi-Level & Multiple Preps

Participants will learn how to find authentic listening & reading sources on the web and then create specific tasks appropriate to every level they teach so that their students may practice Listening, Speaking, Reading & Writing using authentic resources every day and at every level. This workshop will assist with Vertical Teaming and articulation between levels. AP Themes will be emphasized. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): All

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples in: French and Spanish

SCOLT World Languages Teacher of the Year Interviews Thomas Soth, SCOLT, Presiding

Interviews to determine the 2015 SCOLT Regional World Language Teacher of the Year Sponsor: SCOLT

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4:30 PM - 5:30 PM TBD TBD

SCOLT/SEALLT/FLAG Boards Social Hour Linda Zins-Adams, SCOLT President, Presiding

Opportunity for the members of the FLAG Board, SEALLT Board and SCOLT Board to get to know each other and socialize.

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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Tempelhof

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

SEALLT Board Meeting

Raegan Lemmond, SEALLT President Board meeting for SEALLT Sponsor: SEALLT

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Joe Frank Uriz, FLAG President

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Dublin

Atrium Level / 2nd Floor

FRIDAY, MARCH 6

Pam Benton, Pinellas County Hospital Homebound; Esther GonzรกlezWright, Seminole HS; Linda Santiago, Lakewood HS; Sandy Hammond, St. Petersburg High; Gail Barrett, Dunedin HS

Atrium Level / 2nd Floor

THURSDAY, MARCH 5

Technology in the Foreign Language Classroom

2:00 PM - 6:00 PM Dublin

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Board meeting for FLAG

SATURDAY, MARCH 7

Sponsor: FLAG


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THURSDAY, March 5

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7:00 AM - 4:00 PM Main Lobby & Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Registration Open

On-site registration is located near main hotel entrance; pre-registered attendees can pick up their materials on the Banquet Level / Lowest Level. Welcome to the conference! Please note that on-site registration will be closed from 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM during the SCOLT Awards Luncheon.

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM Exhibits Area Main Lobby & Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Exhibits Opening and Breakfast

Join your colleagues for a continental breakfast and network with our exhibitors. Be sure to thank them for coming to this year’s event and supporting our profession! 8:00 AM - 8:20 AM Concourse Ballroom

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Banquet Level / Lowest Level

SCOLT First Timers Session

FRIDAY, March 6

Carmen Scoggins, SCOLT, Presiding

Meet Carmen Scoggins and other from the SCOLT, FLAG and SEALLT Boards and get an overview of the 2015 conference, including tips on how to get the most out of this year’s event! Sponsor: SCOLT

8:30 AM - 9:20 AM Shannon I

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Atrium Level / 2nd Floor

Move Your Learners Forward: Resources from ACTFL

SATURDAY, March 7

Jacque Van Houten, ACTFL; Marty Abbott, ACTFL Connect World-Readiness Standards for Learning Languages, ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines and Performance Descriptors, and NCSSFL-ACTFL Can-Do Statements to create even more effective language learning. These resources help educators and learners understand what it takes to develop language performance from the Novice level to Intermediate, toward Advanced and beyond. Examine examples of assessments and unwrap these resources to focus on moving learners forward to higher levels of language performance. Sponsor: ACTFL Strand: Learning Resources / Tools Applicable Level(s): All

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: Various

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8:30 AM - 9:20 AM Shannon II

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Atrium Level / 2nd Floor

Sticky Notes: Little Things to Keep It Real in the Classroom Nedra Curtis, Berkmar HS

What gets information to stick? How do you fill a lull with something fun, quick, meaningful, and applicable requiring minimal preparation, but having lasting impact? How can you bring your students’ “real world” world into the classroom? This presentation will approach all of these questions with real examples. Participants will leave with ideas for activities ready for Monday morning and beyond. Attendees will also leave with ideas for larger projects that you can simply edit and implement. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): All

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples in: French and Spanish

8:30 AM - 9:20 AM Lambert

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Near Concorde Grill & Bar

Limited English in the Language Classroom Carol Wilkerson, Washington State University--Tri-Cities

Best practices encourage instructors to teach as much as possible in the target language with limited use of English. What do we mean by limited use of English and what effect does using English have on students. The answers may surprise you! Participants at this session will discuss real-life examples and share strategies to maximize both instructor and student use of the target language. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): HS, Post-secondary

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BEST OF

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: Dutch

8:30 AM - 9:20 AM DeGaulle

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

“Saludos” Questions Answers Conjugations and Conversation Edee Heard, Druid Hills HS

Best of FLAG - “Saludos” is a systematic approach designed to give students communicative practice in the context of an interview. Students learn to use the First, Second, and Third person forms of the verb inductively. The exercise uses Speaking, Listening, Reading and Writing. The content is changeable and adapts to all themes and all levels. Each interview is a unique experience with each person interviewed. Students love to talk about themselves and Saludos gives them the opportunity to do so. Sponsor: FLAG Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): Immersion, MS, HS, Post-secondary

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: Spanish Examples Provided in: Spanish

Session descriptions appear as submitted by the presenter. Please be sure to complete evaluations for the sessions you attend, as it is helpful feedback for our presenters as well as for the co-sponsoring organizations.


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FRIDAY, MARCH 6 8:30 AM - 9:20 AM DaVinci I

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Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Dr. Christina Agostinelli, SUNY Geneseo

This session will demonstrate the implementation of interactive online projects using Google Sites and Drive. These projects engage students in developing online content to further their language and cultural understanding and they can be used for both assessment and collaborative resource building. Come and observe actual projects for a variety of levels and get ideas for designing projects to fit your students’ needs. Make sure to bring your laptop/tablet so you can get started developing your own Google Sites project! Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): All

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: Spanish

8:30 AM - 9:20 AM DaVinci II

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Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Peter Vajda, Ph.D., Educational Consultant

Are you frustrated by your students’ misbehaviors? Are dealing with discipline matters, making repeated warning and multiple requests taking up your valuable teaching time? Learn “8:00 Monday morning” research-based strategies of a fair, simple and effective classroom management system that will help you eliminate unwanted behaviors. I’ll show the essential components and steps of “teaching to” expected behaviors and help you discover the benefits and the importance of positive interactions with your students. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Learning Resources / Tools Applicable Level(s): ES, MS, HS

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: English

8:30 AM - 9:20 AM Narita

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Reach and Teach All Students Norah Jones, Vista Higher Learning

Engage with authentic short films, contemporary culture, and crafted video tutorials and instructional media, all within meaningful instructional design. Experience innovative digital tools developed specifically for world language learning, in which 21st century students immerse themselves to watch, listen, speak, write, practice, personalize communication, and grow in confidence and skill. Explore how all these innovative tools and content lead to powerful teaching, mentoring, assessment, and evaluation. Integrated handout provided. Sponsor: Exhibitor Strand: Learning Resources / Tools Applicable Level(s): MS, HS, Postsecondary, Supervisors

Applicable Language(s): French, German, Spanish Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: English

Betsy Hart, National Foreign Language Center - University of Maryland; Dongming Zhang , Furman University Presenters will share the STARTALK-endorsed Principles for Effective Teaching and Learning and illustrate techniques for implementing these six principles in ways that promote learner-centered classrooms. Learn how a continued focus on standards-based curriculum with performance assessment has contributed to a learnercentered classroom. Consider strategies for making input comprehensible while staying in the target language. Finally, experience strategies for using authentic texts to integrate language, culture and content. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): All

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: English

8:30 AM - 9:20 AM LaGuardia

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Third Floor

Differentiated Learning in the 21st-Century Classroom

Jennifer Slobodian & Derrick Ward, EMC Publishing We will discuss differentiated learning in the 21st-century classroom and explore an online learning environment that helps World Languages teachers and students meet their learning targets. Students gain access to immersion activities, oral proficiency tools, and project-based tasks anytime, anywhere. Teachers efficiently assign tasks, track progress, and provide meaningful feedback. A demonstration will show how to engage students in world language learning on their own terms to create better communicators. Sponsor: Exhibitor Strand: Learning Resources / Tools Applicable Level(s): MS, HS

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples in: French, Spanish

8:30 AM - 9:20 AM Logan

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Third Floor

Online Learning: What Works? Strategies for Student Success Kelly Davidson Devall & Carrie Haight, Valdosta State University

Delivering beginning or intermediate language courses in an online format is often challenging for many instructors. This session will present strategies for success in building and delivering such courses so that all skills and communicative modes are met within the online format. The presenters will share materials from their own online courses and help attendees to identify ways to encourage student success and effective course articulation in their own programs. Sponsor: SEALLT Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): HS, Post-secondary, Supervisors

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: French

SATURDAY, March 7

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Lessons Learned: Best Practices from STARTALK Programs

FRIDAY, March 6

Effective Classroom Management is What Creates the Glitter

Third Floor

THURSDAY, March 5

Google It! Interactive Projects with Purpose on Google Sites

8:30 AM - 9:20 AM SeaTac

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THURSDAY, March 5

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FRIDAY, March 6

Third Floor

8:30 AM - 9:20 AM Kennedy

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Third Floor

Teaching El burlador de Sevilla in AP Spanish Lit & Culture

Res Ipsa Non Loquitur: Promotional Ideas for Latin Teachers

Exploring the themes, genre, and contexts of the works from the required reading list have become fundamental to student success in the AP Spanish Literature and Culture curriculum. Utilizing Tirso de Molina’s El burlador de Sevilla y convidado de piedra, participants will examine these fundamental elements of the work. Participants will collaborate to develop activities that expound upon the contexts. Finally, participants will design assessments to evaluate student understanding and success in achieving the learning objectives.

The benefits of Latin should certainly speak for themselves, but the reality is that we, as Latin teachers, are the ones who must do the speaking. We have to be proactive about promoting Latin to students, parents, and administrators, and we have to reassure them that Latin is still relevant in the 21st century. This session will explore a wide range of creative publicity initiatives that have been successful both for individual school programs and at the statewide level.

Cameron Stephen, Cy-Fair HS

Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Learning Resources / Tools Applicable Level(s): HS, Post-sec

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Ryan Sellers, Memphis University School

Applicable Language(s): Spanish Language of Presentation: Spanish Examples Provided in: Spanish

8:30 AM - 9:20 AM Midway

Third Floor

Creative Testing Strategies in the Languages

E. Nicole Meyer, Robert Bledsoe, Liana Babayan & Christopher G. Botero, Georgia Regents University Award winning teachers will share effective classroom assessment strategies for the four modalities of language learning. The presentation will also include brief demonstrations of quick and efficient low stakes assessment techniques, and a discussion of the secrets of placement testing. Participants will learn how to give group oral exams, recreate effective listening assessment exercises, implement written classroom assessments and perform low stakes learner assessments. Handouts and audience participation. Designed for HS and university educators. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Feedback / Assessment Applicable Level(s): HS, Post-sec

SATURDAY, March 7

8:30 AM - 9:20 AM McCarran

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Applicable Language(s): French, German, Spanish Language of Presentation: English Examples in: French, German, Spanish

8:30 AM - 9:20 AM National

Third Floor

Need to Publish? Meet the Editors

Pete Swanson, Georgia State University; Sheri Spaine Long, The University of North Carolina at Charlotte This presentation includes an overview of the editorial process from submission to publication scholarly journals with examples from Dimension (SCOLT) and Hispania (AATSP). Tips for writing manuscripts, responding to reviewer feedback, and revising and resubmitting manuscripts are offered. Information about becoming a reviewer is also provided. Come with your questions about publishing. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Leadership / Advocacy Applicable Level(s): All

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: English

Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Leadership / Advocacy Applicable Level(s): All

Applicable Language(s): Latin Language of Presentation: English Examples in: English and Latin

9:30 AM - 10:45 AM Concourse Ballroom

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Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Opening General Session and Keynote

Linda Zins-Adams, SCOLT President, Presiding; Nicole Naditz, 2015 ACTFL National Language Teacher of the Year; Carmen Agra Deedy, Keynote Come and hear from the 2015 ACTFL National Language Teacher of the Year, meet this year’s candidates for SCOLT Teacher of the Year and hear from renowned children’s author and storyteller, Carmen Agra Deedy.

E2

10:45 AM - 11:15 AM Exhibits Area Main Lobby & Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Exhibits Break

Exhibits Break and book signing by keynote speaker, Carmen Agra Deedy

022

11:20 AM - 12:10 PM Shannon I

Atrium Level / 2nd Floor

Learn with the National Language Teacher of the Year

Nicole Naditz, 2015 ACTFL National Language Teacher of the Year; Caroline Switzer Kelly, SCOLT Representative to ACTFL Share an hour with the ACTFL National Language Teacher of the Year and experience language learning that engages and motivates students. The ideas and learning strategies are ready to apply and adapt for any language and any level. Be inspired with this glimpse into the classroom of the National Language Teacher of the Year.

Sponsor: ACTFL Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): All

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: Various


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FRIDAY, March 6 11:20 AM - 12:10 PM Shannon II

023

Atrium Level / 2nd Floor

11:20 AM - 12:10 PM DaVinci I

026

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Building Communicative Competence via the 3 Modes

One of the best free tools available to teacher and student is Voicethread. Known as a “group audio blog,” Voicethread allows users to record text and audio comments about uploaded images and documents. Voicethread has two distinct advantages for teaching and learning: it is asynchronous and engaging. This session will demonstrate how to use this tool, show applications in the classroom, offer assessment for students’ participation, and describe tips for teachers to ensure that Voicethread presentations are successful learning activities.

Come join this interactive session to learn how to integrate the 3 modes of communication into all levels of instruction in order to build student proficiencies towards success in AP. The presenter, a recent member of the AP Spanish Language and Culture test development committee, will share engaging strategies that model scaffolding thematic instruction and effective use of authentic materials. Presentation in English, examples in Spanish; appropriate for French, German and Italian.

Aurora Fiengo-Varn, Mississippi Valley State University

Sponsor: SEALLT Strand: Learning Resources / Tools Applicable Level(s): All

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: Spanish

11:20 AM - 12:10 PM Lambert

024

Near Concorde Grill & Bar

June C. D. Carter & Araceli Hernández-Laroche, University of South Carolina Upstate Most educators would agree that we are experiencing a Golden Age of Teaching and Learning with the explosion of educational technologies in the last two decades or so. One implication of this growing body of pedagogical technologies for us has been a greater awareness of the evolution of the traditional classroom. This interactive and collaborative session focuses on effective strategies for developing, demonstrating, and assessing communicative competence in the three modes of communication through the use of digital tools. BYOD Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Learning Resources / Tools Applicable Level(s): ES, MS, HS

11:20 AM - 12:10 PM DeGaulle

BEST OF

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

New Web 2.0 Tools

Jesús Garcia, Barbe ES; María Otero, Oak Park ES Best of LFLTA - The presentation is about implementing technology in foreign language classes with a selection of 2.0 tools and other technology resources and projects we have developed in our classes. Sponsor: LFLTA Strand: Learning Resources / Tools Applicable Level(s): Immersion, ES, MS

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English, Spanish Examples Provided in: Spanish

#scolt15

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Applicable Language(s): French, German, Spanish Language of Presentation: English Examples in: French and Spanish

11:20 AM - 12:10 PM DaVinci II

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

U.S. Latino History & Language in the Spanish Classroom Anne Fountain, San José State University

Everyone is aware of the Latino/Hispanic presence in the United States and the challenges and opportunities this presents for Spanish teachers. In this session we suggest approaches and resources for exploring this presence that go beyond the typical themes of literature and culture. Looking at areas such as U.S. Latino history and Spanish in the U.S. (including so-called “Spanglish”) can provide materials and activities that build communicative and cultural knowledge, and make students think critically about identity, representation and communication. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): HS, Post-sec

028

Applicable Language(s): Spanish Language of Presentation: English, Spanish Examples in: English, Spanish

11:20 AM - 12:10 PM Narita

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Get Off the Island: Reach Out and Grow Your Toolbox

Katherine Rozei, Alpharetta HS; Barbara Bell, Ridgeview Charter MS; Jill Snelgrove, Webb Bridge MS Collaboration is essential for teachers. With increasing demands for rigor and differentiation in the classroom, multiple teaching perspectives can enhance our own practice. This session features the experiences of three French teachers (middle and HS) who have worked collaboratively despite never teaching at the same school. Come to the session and learn how an informal PLC can expand your tool box. Walk away with practical, ready-to-use ideas developed by teachers who have effectively pooled their resources and creative energies. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Collaboration Applicable Level(s): All

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: French

SATURDAY, March 7

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Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: English

Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): MS, HS

FRIDAY, March 6

Skill Development in the Golden Age of Teaching & Learning

Ken Stewart, Chapel Hill HS

THURSDAY, March 5

VoiceThread: A Valuable Classroom Collaboration Tool


CONFERENCE SCHEDULE

30

11:20 AM - 12:10 PM SeaTac

THURSDAY, March 5

029

Third Floor

Preparing Students for the 21st Century Global Workplace

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: English

11:20 AM - 12:10 PM LaGuardia

FRIDAY, March 6

Third Floor

Marcia Spielberger, Santillana USA Publishing Presenter demonstrates how Spanish instruction must scaffold vocabulary, grammar concepts and literacy to prepare students for language rigor, starting from beginners to upper levels. Presenter uses print and digital resources examples of Santillana’s Español (2014), and shows how these prepare for college and career readiness. Participants receive samples and prizes. Sponsor: Exhibitor Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): HS

Applicable Language(s): Spanish Language of Presentation: English Examples in: Spanish

11:20 AM - 12:10 PM Logan

Third Floor

Les Choix des étudiants: Films pour la classe de français

Ellen Lorraine Friedrich, Mariya Chakir & Phillip Todd Williams, Valdosta State University Teaching with films in French, and using them as club or interest activities provide opportunities for students to learn vocabulary, grammatical structures, and cultural information, as well as offer occasions for students to discuss topics of interest and or import to them and for our society. Presenters—including students— identify films of high interest to French students, describing lexical items, structure, and content of importance; provide handouts with that information; and seek contributions from attendees. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Learning Resources / Tools Applicable Level(s): MS, HS, Post-secondary

This session will focus on the content and administration of the National Spanish Examinations (NSE), the most widely used standardized tests of Spanish in the US. We will discuss exam content, how the NSE measures both proficiency and achievement based on content and performance standards, online test administration procedures, and how the exams can be used as formative and summative assessments. Participants will be introduced to the free online practice materials available on the National Spanish Exam website. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Feedback / Assessment Applicable Level(s): HS

Applicable Language(s): Spanish Language of Presentation: English Examples in: Spanish

11:20 AM - 12:10 PM Midway

033

Third Floor

Reaching Beyond Infinity -Live Virtual Classes

Scaffolding Language for College and Career Readiness

031 SATURDAY, March 7

Kevin Cessna-Buscemi, National Spanish Examinations

Acquiring foreign language and intercultural skills tied to realworld contexts is key to success in today’s global workplace. This session will discuss the benefits of teaching Languages for Specific Purposes (LSP) and feature NOBLE, a community that brings together K-20 educators interested in integrating the study of foreign language and culture across disciplines (i.e. business, medical, STEM, legal). Come learn how you can infuse 21st century skills into your classroom!

030

Third Floor

National Spanish Examinations

Mary Risner, University of Florida

Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Leadership / Advocacy Applicable Level(s): All

11:20 AM - 12:10 PM McCarran

032

Applicable Language(s): French Language of Presentation: French Examples Provided in: French

Danielle Richardson, Davidson County Community College; Ashley Velázquez & Ellen Hart, North Carolina Virtual Public School Learn how to expand the face to face and online teaching environment while building relationships with your students. Holding a Required Live Class (RLC) allows for more teacher and student collaboration, provides a safe environment for a student to ask questions and have questions answered. Students will learn to use and manipulate technology for real world situations like board meetings, management meeting, peer to peer meetings. Learn how to allow for enrichment that the physical classroom can’t provide. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Learning Resources / Tools Applicable Level(s): HS, Post-sec

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples in: English, Spanish

11:20 AM - 12:10 PM National

034

Third Floor

The Enrollment Challenge in University Language Programs

Susan Navey-Davis & Mark Darhower, North Carolina State University Language program enrollments have declined dramatically across the nation, including Spanish. We surveyed North Carolina universities to determine if and how they have addressed the challenge. At NC State we convened a faculty work group, surveyed Spanish minors and developed an action plan to attract majors. We will engage participants in a discussion of enrollment decline strategies by sharing our findings and our program’s trajectory. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Leadership / Advocacy Applicable Level(s): Post-secondary

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: English


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FRIDAY, March 6 11:20 AM - 12:10 PM Kennedy

035

Third Floor

Polly Holder & Angela Pieniaszek, Walnut Grove HS This presentation will cover how two practitioners have used technology and ACTFL’s “Can-Do” Statements to grow metacognitive language awareness in high school students. By focusing extensively on the state and national standards while capturing video and audio artifacts via technology, students are able to truly understand their own language growth and the steps they need to take to improve their learning. We will discuss how we structure courses and grading as well as the technology platforms we use. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): MS, HS

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: Spanish

12:15 PM - 1:30 PM Concourse Ballroom

036

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Linda Zins-Adams, SCOLT President, Presiding The SCOLT Awards Luncheon features the announcement of the 2015 SCOLT World Languages Teacher of the Year, SCOLT scholarship winners, Bostick Award winners, Educator of Excellence, President’s Award for Leadership and the Founder’s Award recipients. Sponsor: SCOLT

1:45 PM - 2:35 PM Shannon I

037

Atrium Level / 2nd Floor

Improving Language Proficiency with Authentic Materials

Elaine Vernon, Lexington County School District 1 The language learner needs to hear more than just the language teacher in the classroom. Students need to be exposed to a variety of vocabulary and voice accents from individuals of different target language countries. Through the use of authentic materials, students can experience a world of language right in the classroom and become more proficient in their reading, speaking and listening skills.

Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): MS, HS

Applicable Language(s): French, German, Spanish Language of Presentation: English Examples in: English

1:45 PM - 2:35 PM Lambert

039

Near Concorde Grill & Bar

Book It - Interactive Study Tools Pamela Hubert, Valdosta HS

Are your students ignoring the grammar portion of learning a new language? Do they take notes but never study? Book It!! Create interactive books they will take ownership of and use outside of class. Some students even take theirs with them to college. Learn how to create books for conjugating verbs, forming the past tense, using object pronouns, and more. Transfer ideas to vocabulary and culture. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): MS, HS

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: French

FRIDAY, March 6

SCOLT Awards Luncheon

Atrium Level / 2nd Floor

THURSDAY, March 5

Can Do’s That You CAN Do

1:45 PM - 2:35 PM Shannon II

038

Need Authentic Resources? Pin It!

Michelle Olah, World Languages Technology Consultants

Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Learning Resources / Tools Applicable Level(s): All

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples in: French, German, Spanish

Conference Evaluation Session Evaluation

040

BEST OF

1:45 PM - 2:35 PM DeGaulle

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Latin American Social Movements: Exclusion, Protests & More Leonor Vázquez-González, University of Montevallo

Best of AAFLT - Social and substantive citizenship in Latin America has traditionally been a highly exclusionary status; this situation has worsened as a result of the negative dimensions of current globalization, in particular, economic crises, political corruption and transnational organized crime. This presentation examines a series of contemporary social movements in Latin America whose common denominator is the attempt to break down old systems of domination in order to create a more inclusionary and empowered society. This session will be in Spanish. Sponsor: AAFLT Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All

Applicable Language(s): Spanish Language of Presentation: Spanish Examples Provided in: Spanish

SATURDAY, March 7

Using authentic resources in the World Languages classroom is essential to student’s language learning! Yet finding those resources can be tedious and time consuming. Come and learn how to spark your creativity, find appropriate authentic resources and realia for your students, and collaborate with others using Pinterest! Bring a mobile device and starting pinning!


025 - New Web 2.0 Tools Jesús García, et al. - BEST OF LFLTA

009 - Limited English in the Language Classroom Carol Wilkerson

010 - “Saludos” Questions Answers Conjugations and Conversation Edee Heard - BEST OF FLAG

011 - Google it! Interactive Projects with Purpose on Google Sites Dr. Christina Agostinelli

012 - Effective Classroom Management is What Creates the Glitter Peter Vajda, Ph. D.

Lambert Near Concorde Grill

DeGaulle Banquet Level / Lowest Level

DaVinci I Banquet Level / Lowest Level

DaVinci II Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Narita Banquet Level / Lowest Level

SeaTac Third Floor

Kennedy Third Floor

National Third Floor

Midway Third Floor

McCarran Third Floor

Logan Third Floor

La Guardia Third Floor

024 - Skill Development in the Golden Age of Teaching & Learning June C. D. Carter, et al.

008 - Sticky Notes: Little Things to Keep it Real in the Classroom Nedra Curtis

Shannon II Atrium Level / 2nd Floor

043 - Building Real-Life Business Language Learning Modules Sophie Kartochian 044 - Classroom perceptions of target culture diversity Laurel Abreu 045 - Klicken mit Sinn und Verstand Dagmar Schalliol - EXHIBITOR 046 - Technology-Based Tasks for Personal, Sustainable Learning Sharon Scinicariello - SEALLT

028 - Get off the Island: Reach Out and Grow Your Toolbox Katherine Rozei, et al. 029 - Preparing Students for the 21st Century Global Workplace Mary Risner 030 - Scaffolding Language for College and Career Readiness Marcia Spielberger - EXHIBITOR 031 - Les Choix des étudiants: Films pour la classe de français Ellen Lorraine Friedrich, et al.

013 - Reach and Teach All Students Norah Jones - EXHIBITOR

014 - Lessons Learned: Best Practices from STARTALK Programs Betsy Hart, et al.

015 - Differentiated Learning in the 21st-Century Classroom

Ryan Sellers

020 - Res Ipsa Non Loquitur: Promotional Ideas for Latin Teachers

Pete Swanson, et al.

050 - Lead with Languages to Develop Global Competence Jacque Van Houten, et al.

049 - AATSP Programs, Resources, and Opportunities Emily Spinelli, et al. - EXHIBITOR

034 - The Enrollment Challenge in University Language Programs Susan Navey-Davis, et al.

019 - Need to Publish? Meet the Editors

E. Nicole Meyer, et al.

035 - Can Do’s That You CAN Do Polly Holder, et al.

048 - Tips for Teaching Students in the Autism Spectrum Susanna Miller, et al.

033 - Reaching beyond infinity -- live virtual classes Danielle Richardson, et al.

018 - Creative Testing Strategies in the Languages

Cameron Stephen

047 - Sharing “Real Language” Between ESL and Spanish II Students Joe LaValle

032 - National Spanish Examinations Kevin Cessna-Buscemi

017 - Teaching El burlador de Sevilla in AP Spanish Lit & Culture

Kelly Davidson Devall, et al. - SEALLT

016 - Online learning: What works? Strategies for Student Success

Jennifer Slobodian, et al. - EXHIBITOR

042 - Feedback + Mindset = Growth! Greta Lundgaard

041 - Flipping Out Over Flipped Classrooms! Catherine Mora, et al.

040 - Latin American Social Movements: Exclusion, Protests & More Leonor Vázquez-González - BEST OF AAFLT

039 - Book It - Interactive Study Tools Pamela Hubert

038 - Improving Language Proficiency with Authentic Materials Elaine Vernon

037 - Need Authentic Resources? Pin it! Michelle Olah

1:45 PM - 2:35 PM

027 - U.S. Latino History & Language in the Spanish Classroom Anne Fountain

026 - Building Communicative Competence Via the 3 Modes Ken Stewart

023 - VoiceThread: A Valuable Classroom Collaboration Tool Aurora Fiengo-Varn - SEALLT

022 - Learn with the National Language Teacher of the Year Nicole Naditz, et al.

007 - Move Your Learners Forward: Resources from ACTFL Jacque Van Houten, et al.

Shannon I Atrium Level / 2nd Floor

11:20 AM - 12:10 PM

8:30 AM - 9:20 AM

ROOM

077 - Utilizing All Three Modes via Your Reading-Based Curriculum Caroline Kelly 078 - The U.S. Government and Languages and Federal Grants Mikle Ledgerwood

063 - The Formula for Successful Language Immersion Helene Vincent, et al. - EXHIBITOR 064 - Art as a Tool to Teach World Languages Martha Dow Adams

076 - Walking the Tightrope: Effective Teacher Leadership in FL Melanie Hutsell, et al.

075 - Realia-Based Teaching Christy Belbey

061 - Formative Assessment from Low-tech to High-tech Bobby Hobgood 062 - Bringing it all Together: Language and Advocacy Bill Rivers

074 - Recognizing the African Presence in Latin American Dance Carmen Villegas Rogers

073 - Effective Elementary & Middle School Spanish Curriculum Cindy Tracy - EXHIBITOR

072 - Embrace Quebecois French: the pronunciation and evolution Elizabeth Combier

071 - On products, practices and perspectives through Google Maps William Michael Lake - SEALLT

070 - The Why and How of Using Can Do Statements Aleidine (Ali) Moeller

069 - Flip Flip Hooray! Using An Inverted Instructional Approach Amye Sukapdjo

068 - Hands On Proficiency Rating using ACTFL Descriptors Robert Ward - BEST OF SCFLTA

067 - Finding Spaces for Student Interaction in Second Life Karen Acosta, et al.

066 - 50 Ways to Work Smarter and Creatively Sonya Breaux, et al.

065 - Do you know your APP from your elbow? Technology in Language Laura McCarley

4:10 PM - 5:00 PM

060 - Oral Proficiency: Bloom’s Taxonomy Pyramid’s New Paint Job Joanne Thomas, et al.

059 - Promoting French Everywhere Jayne Abrate - EXHIBITOR

058 - DaF für MINT-Fächer: AATG projects connecting German to STEM Keith Cothrun, et al.

057 - Addressing Cultural Perspectives and Meaningful Comparisons Kristin Hoyt, et al.

056 - Mobile Apps for Classroom Management Kristy Britt - SEALLT

055 - Launching a Successful Conversation Class Program Devon Hanahan, et al.

054 - Descriptive Feedback: A Way to Support Student Learning Inmar Romero, et al. - BEST OF FLAVA

053 - Supporting Effectiveness for Language Learning Ann Marie Gunter, et al.

052 - Emerging Technologies to Support Language Learning Jennifer Carson

051 - TOY Teaching Techniques Pamela Reynolds, et al.

3:10 PM - 4:00 PM

FRIDAY MARCH 6 Sessions at a Glance


097 - Ideas Worth Spreading in World Language Classrooms Janis Antonek, et al.

082 - Preparing for the Cultural Comparison task on the AP Exam Michaela Claus-Nix, et al.

083 - Self-Regulated Language Learning with Linguafolio Amanda Romjue

084 - Blended Learning: For the Teacher, Too! - Paul R. (Dick) Kuettner, Sharon Scinicariello, et al. - SEALLT

085 - An Investigation of Technological Tools for TL Instruction Sandra C. Colantonio

086 - What is Interculturality and How do I facilitate it? Ruta Couet, et al

087 - GaVL Elementary School Spanish-Online and Awesome! Amanda Teixeira, et al.

088 - Planning SMART! Kylie Hicken, et al.

Shannon I Atrium Level / 2nd Floor

Shannon II Atrium Level / 2nd Floor

DeGaulle Banquet Level / Lowest Level

DaVinci I Banquet Level / Lowest Level

DaVinci II Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Lambert Near Concorde Grill

Narita Banquet Level / Lowest Level

La Guardia Third Floor

Logan Third Floor

Midway Third Floor

McCarran Third Floor

Kennedy Third Floor

SeaTac Third Floor

096 - Coming Full Circle: Teach Bell to Bell, Not Yell to Yell Meredith White

081 - Chupacabras and the Tooth Mouse: Teaching Hispanic Folklore David Alley

Concourse Ballroom B Banquet Level / Lowest Level

120 - Technology Enhanced Teaching Activities: Design and Practice Yunjuan He, et al. 121- Autism Spectrum Disorder: an opportunity to grow and learn Ivonne Hernández - EXHIBITOR 122 - The Art of Collaboration Delandris Jones, et al. 123 - Untextbooking: There’s Nothing Textbook About It Rachel Ash, et al.

105 - MEET Chinese at a Nutrition Classroom Linxiang Zhu 106 - Audio-Lingual Method (ALM): Burgeoning Pedagogy 50 Years AgoJohn Bartley 107 - Bringing 21st Century tools to the Immersion Classroom Elena Colmenares-Hancock, et al. 108 - Understanding the Culture of Teaching for Proficiency Juan Carlos Morales 109 - Real Language right away Elizabeth Roberts, et al. - EXHIBI-

090 - Issues Facing FL Education in Georgia

091 - Building Electronic Resources for the Classroom

092- Engaging students abroad: the inquiry-based city un-tour

093 - Blogging in the Spanish Classroom: L2 Acquisition Benefits

094 - CULTR: New Title VI National Language Resource Center at GSU William Nichols, et al. - EXHIBITOR

María Isabel Charle Poza

Susann Davis, et al.

Shirley Price

Pete Swanson, et al.

TOR

119 - The DSD: A Golden Opportunity for German Language Programs Michaela Claus-Nix, et al.

104 - Authenticity in Language Learning: Let’s get REAL Jason N. Smith

089 - L’or bleu: water as theme in French language classes

148 - Using the Culture of Natives Living in the USA Jana Sandarg

147 - Create a Digital Language Classroom Today...Use it Monday! Shannon Borum, et al.

146 - Early Language Learning PaNNELL Nadine Jacobsen-McLean

145 - Collaboration and interdisciplinarity in French programs Agnes Browning

144 - A Chinese curriculum companion to support the GPS Yumin Ao, et al.

143 - AP Latin Translation Jonathan Master

142 - Comparing teacher beliefs and practices in Georgia and Spain Victoria Russell, et al.

141 - It’s Not the Guillotine: Culture Can be Fun! Sarah Kempf, et al

140 - Online Materials and resources for teaching Spanish as a FL Delia Marti, et al.

139 - Technology with a Purpose for World Language Courses Krista Chambless, et al.

* Workshops are ticketed events and have additional fees

124 - “Flipping” the Language Classroom: Tools and Strategies Luc Garneau - EXHIBITOR

118 - Building enrollment in upper-level language courses William Michael Lake

103 - Click, Click, Boom!: Integrating Technology Meaningfully Joe Terantino, et al.

116 - Bringing Culture to Life in the Classroom Melanie Hutsell, et al.

115 - It’s Hip to be Square-QR Codes in the World Languages Class Michelle Olah

138 - Language on the Move: Mobile Apps for Multimedia Production Patricia Nolde - SEALLT

114 - There’s an app for that: An Exchange Stacey Powell, et al. - SEALLT

136 - Get Them Speaking in and out of Class Brad Lemons, et al. - Best of AFLTA 137 - Communicative and LiteracyBased Language Teaching John M. Zyck, Jr.

117 - Grab their Attention, Make the Connection Eman Maamoun, et al.

Cornelia Okraski

*W-8 - Your students glitter with project-based learning! Frank Kruger-Robbins, et al. 3 Hour Workshop (1:30 PM - 4:30 PM)

2:30 PM - 3:20 PM

3:30 PM - 4:20 PM

163 - Revisiting Target Language Instruction Paula Garrett-Rucks 164 - Project Based Learning for Enduring Language Ability Gabrielle Durden-Coffee

155 - Comprehensible Input Reading Strategies Keith Toda 156 - Enhance Learner Performance and Outcomes using Common Core Rosalie Cheatham

162 - Teaching and learning languages in a multi-level class Federica Goldoni

161 - Academies? Pathways? Where do I fit in? Lesa Howell, et al.

153 - Using Authentic Digital Media with Early Language Learners Jennifer Godwin 154 - Targeting Pragmatic Competence in Class through Videos Errol M. O’Neill

160 - Integrating Spanish Language and Literacy Skills Marta Goodson, et al.

152 - Products Practices Perspectives - (Re-)Framing Study Abroad Andrea Eder, et al.

159 - Working from Word Walls to Writing Katherine Connor, et al.

158 - Using Reader-Writer’s Notebook in the Language Classroom Kristen Tinch - Best of KWLA

150 - Make Lessons More Chunky by Writing Simple Songs in the TL! Greg Sánchez 151 - Creating Conversations in Online Classrooms Using Web 2.0 Kelly Davidson Devall - SEALLT

157 - A Spoonful of Sugar Helps the Common Core Standards Go Down Kayla Watson

149 - Speaking Up: Techniques for Developing Speaking Ability Susan Braidi, et al.

*W-9 - Where Sitting is the Exception: Organic World Language Darcy Rogers, et al. 3 Hour Workshop (1:30 PM - 4:30 PM)

1:30 PM - 2:20 PM

113 - Differentiating Assessments the Easy Way! Tavane Moore

112 - Authentic Resources: Pan for Gold & Plan for Lesson Alchemy Linda Egnatz

111 - How to Steal and Share Ideas + Quick Tech Tips Ben Riekhof

110 - Sustainable Teaching for Language Learning Endurance Carmen Scoggins - Best of FLANC

10:30 AM - 11:20 AM

102 - A Perfect Pair: Proficiency and Performance Leslie Baldwin

101 - Communicative Strategies for Grammar & Reading Instruction Christan Marsh Pierce, et al.

100 - iCreate a teaching environment with iPad/iPhone Donna Guzzo

Frank Kruger-Robbins, et al. - SEALLT

099 - Empower your students and watch them GLITTER!

098 - Song Lyrics done Prosaically Horst Kurz

095 - Let’s Communicate! Jenee Wright - Best of MFLA

080 - Effective Discipline in the Foreign Language Classroom Nancy Valdes - Best of FFLA

Concourse Ballroom A Banquet Level / Lowest Level

9:00 AM - 9:50 AM

8:00 AM - 8:50 AM

ROOM

SATURDAY MARCH 7 Sessions at a Glance


CONFERENCE SCHEDULE

34

1:45 PM - 2:35 PM DaVinci I

THURSDAY, March 5

041

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Flipping Out Over Flipped Classrooms!

Catherine Mora, Spruce Creek HS; Victoria Negrón, Timber Creek HS Are you tired of lecturing and ready to create a student-centered classroom? Come experience a flipped classroom firsthand so your students will flip out over this innovative strategy as much as you! In this interactive workshop, participants will discover ways to implement activities that promote higher order thinking. Be inspired by teachers who are flipping out over their students’ success. Participants will leave with numerous resources and tools to help them flip out, too! Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Learning Resources / Tools Applicable Level(s): MS, HS, Post-secondary

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: Spanish

1:45 PM - 2:35 PM DaVinci II

FRIDAY, March 6

042

Laurel Abreu, University of Southern Mississippi This session focuses on students’ perceptions of Spanish speakers. Results will be presented from a study in which students and instructors of postsecondary Spanish classes were shown pictures and asked to indicate the likelihood that the people represented were native speakers of Spanish. The study showed that participants based their decisions on physical appearance, including race and dress. Strategies for including diversity in the classroom will be presented and discussed, and attendees will be asked to share their own ideas. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All

Applicable Language(s): Spanish Language of Presentation: English Examples in: English, Spanish

1:45 PM - 2:35 PM LaGuardia

045

Third Floor

Dagmar Schalliol, Klett-Langenscheidt

Did you know that feedback is an effective way to improve performances? Did you know the brain is like a muscle-it changes & gets stronger when you use it? What might happen if teachers combine descriptive feedback with a growth mindset? Join us as we explore the possibilities & collaborate to develop feedback & responses that carry a growth mindset message. Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples in: French, German, Spanish

1:45 PM - 2:35 PM Narita

043 SATURDAY, March 7

Classroom Perceptions of Target Culture Diversity

Klicken mit Sinn und Verstand

Greta Lundgaard, Plano ISD

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Building Real-Life Business Language Learning Modules

Sophie Kartochian, Georgia State University This collaborative session shows how to create simple learning modules to engage students as they learn the basics of International Marketing. In addition to traditional approaches such as the use of corporate websites and press articles, these modules include fun activities such as the tasting of products, the analysis of packaging and of advertisements. They integrate technics used in the Business classroom and adapt them to the purpose of language learning. Session applicable to all languages and different levels. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Learning Resources / Tools Applicable Level(s): Post-secondary

Third Floor

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Feedback + Mindset = Growth!

Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Feedback / Assessment Applicable Level(s): All

1:45 PM - 2:35 PM SeaTac

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Applicable Language(s): French Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: French

Interactive exercises are wonderful, lately interactive communication takes place not only at the computer, but with the computer. How communicative and interactive is this? How does it foster communication between cultures? The use of technology needs to serve the purpose of communication, it needs to connect people, help students gain insights into their own cultures and the foreign culture. We will take a look at how technology can help us in the classroom to achieve these goals. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): All

Applicable Language(s): German Language of Presentation: English, German Examples in: German

1:45 PM - 2:35 PM Logan

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Third Floor

Technology-Based Tasks for Personal, Sustainable Learning

Sharon Scinicariello, University of Richmond Technology offers many resources to make language learning both personal and sustainable, but language learners don’t know how to construct learning activities to meet their own needs. Using syllabi and examples from a program designed for independent learners, this presentation demonstrates how teaching learners to create technology-based learning tasks can be integrated into a language curriculum to address the learners’ personal goals and develop lifelong learning skills. Sponsor: SEALLT Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): HS, Post-sec

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples in: English, variety of LCTLs


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FRIDAY, March 6 1:45 PM - 2:35 PM McCarran

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Third Floor

1:45 PM - 2:35 PM Kennedy

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Third Floor

Lead with Languages to Develop Global Competence

Academic language or “classroom” Spanish is insufficient to empower students for today’s marketplace. “Real Language” interdisciplinary activities create genuine exchanges of vernacular language and culture between intermediate Spanish students and native speakers. Students asked to utilize their life skills in interactive, interdisciplinary activity for the acquisition of vernacular language and cultural understanding. The concept is validated by the voice of the students involved reflecting on their experiences in “Real Language” lab sessions.

Make the case for learning languages and ensure that your program creates a generation competent in languages and cultures and equipped to succeed in the 21st century. Global competence is developed and demonstrated in learning environments and daily interactions. To promote the value of learning languages, programs need to develop, practice, and collect evidence of learners’ progress in acquiring global competence. Tap ACTFL resources to “get out the message” and make languages a national, state, and local priority.

Joe LaValle, University of North Georgia

Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): All

Jacque Van Houten, ACTFL; Marty Abbott, ACTFL

Applicable Language(s): Spanish Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: English

1:45 PM - 2:35 PM Midway

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Third Floor

3:10 PM - 4:00 PM Shannon I

Applicable Language(s): English Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: English

Third Floor

AATSP Programs, Resources, and Opportunities

Emily Spinelli & Kelly Scheetz, American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese (AATSP) Participants in this session will learn about the numerous programs of the American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese. This session will provide details about AATSP student activities including the National Spanish and Portuguese Exams, the Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica, and the Poster Contest. This session will also highlight faculty opportunities including the study-abroad scholarship program, online classroom resources, webinars, and the annual conference. The session will end with a drawing for a free AATSP membership.

Applicable Language(s): Spanish, Other Language of Presentation: English Examples in: Portuguese, Spanish

TOY Teaching Techniques

Pamela Reynolds, 2014 SCOLT TOY, AFLTA; Svetoslava Dimova, Campbell HS You won’t want to miss this Best Practice from the SCOLT 2014 Teacher the Year Finalists session! TOY finalists from all over the region will share dynamic lessons, activities and assessments that connect to communities, other disciplines, and literacy. Come be inspired with ideas to use for Monday morning! Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): All

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples in: French, German, Spanish

3:10 PM - 4:00 PM Shannon II

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Atrium Level / 2nd Floor

Emerging Technologies to Support Language Learning

Jennifer Carson, Virginia Beach City Public Schools Harness the power of emerging technologies to maximize engagement and collaboration in the world language classroom. In this session, world language teachers will explore applications and webbased tools such as Nearpod, Aurasma, Duolingo, Symbaloo, Powtoons, Kahoot, Socrative, and WeSpeke. Bring your own device and join in! Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Learning Resources / Tools Applicable Level(s): All

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples in: French, Spanish

SATURDAY, March 7

1:45 PM - 2:35 PM National

Atrium Level / 2nd Floor

FRIDAY, March 6

As the mother of an Aspergers child who speaks German fluently and as a French teacher with more than 20 years experience, I will share my knowledge about teaching this growing segment of our community. Learn about some identifying behaviors in the classroom and how to address them.

Sponsor: Exhibitor Strand: Learning Resources / Tools Applicable Level(s): All

2:35 PM - 3:10 PM Exhibits Area Main Lobby & Banquet Level / Lowest Level

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Susanna Miller, Tucker MS; Sebastian Rotsch, Susanna Miller’s son

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E3

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: Various

Exhibits Break

Tips for Teaching Students in the Autism Spectrum

Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): All

Sponsor: ACTFL Strand: Leadership / Advocacy Applicable Level(s): All

THURSDAY, March 5

Sharing “Real Language” Between ESL and Spanish II Students


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3:10 PM - 4:00 PM Lambert

THURSDAY, March 5

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Near Concorde Grill & Bar

Supporting Effectiveness for Language Learning

This presentation will showcase the work done by the NC World Languages Collaborative Team to implement proficiency-based standards. Team members will focus on the creation of a set of administrator materials outlining language programs, paired with an observation form adapted from the TELL Project and aligned to the state’s teacher evaluation instrument. The public wiki will be shared, and participants will be invited to access it to build their own repertoire of professional development and curriculum materials for free.

FRIDAY, March 6

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SATURDAY, March 7

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: English

3:10 PM - 4:00 PM DeGaulle

BEST OF

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Descriptive Feedback: A Way to Support Student Learning

Inmar Romero, Garfield HS, PWCS and FLAVA ; Gimara Richards, Stonewall Jackson, PWCS and FLAVA Best of FLAVA - Descriptive feedback is one of the most innovative tools in the 21st century to support and enhance student learning. The more students believe in their abilities and skills, the more they are likely to succeed learning a language. By proving descriptive feedback, teachers can empower students to achieve their learning goals. Sponsor: FLAVA Strand: Feedback / Assessment Applicable Level(s): All

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: Spanish

3:10 PM - 4:00 PM DaVinci I

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Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Launching a Successful Conversation Class Program

Devon Hanahan & Claudia Moran, College of Charleston Give your students the time, freedom, and comfortable environment they need to practice communicating in small groups what they learn in their larger, faster-paced lecture class! This session will go over the creation and implementation of a successful conversation practicum program and will include endorsements from the students themselves and their instructors. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Program Models Applicable Level(s): HS, Post-secondary, Supervisors

3:10 PM - 4:00 PM DaVinci II

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Mobile Apps for Classroom Management

Ann Marie Gunter, North Carolina Department of Public Instruction; Leslie Baldwin, Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools; Mara Cobe, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools

Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Leadership / Advocacy Applicable Level(s): All

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Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: Spanish

Kristy Britt, University of South Alabama

Mobile apps can an effective tool for classroom management. In this session several ideas and apps will be presented as management tools. For a hands-on experience, participants should bring their own mobile devices, but this is not a requirement. Participants are encouraged to share with the group any apps they currently use. Sponsor: SEALLT Strand: Program Models Applicable Level(s): All

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Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples in: English, Spanish

3:10 PM - 4:00 PM Narita

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Addressing Cultural Perspectives and Meaningful Comparisons

Kristin Hoyt, Danny Osburn, & Roschelle Bautista, Kennesaw State University; Amy Chiang, Lyndon Academy; Brigida Tellez, Cobb County Schools The ACTFL World Readiness Standards for Learning Languages present the Cultures goal as “Interact with cultural competence and understanding.” Many FL teachers fail to go beyond presenting the products and practices of the culture in their classroom instruction and are challenged in knowing how to implement instruction that highlights learners’ cultural perspective-taking. Masters students share examples of classroom activities that support learners in exploring the diversity of perspectives within their own cultures and those of the cultures they are studying. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All

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Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples in: Chinese, Spanish

3:10 PM - 4:00 PM SeaTac

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DaF für MINT-Fächer: AATG Projects Connecting German to STEM Keith Cothrun, AATG

AATG has kicked off a three-year project focused on STEM subjects in German. The session will report on the international workshop held in Leipzig this past summer as well as STEM-focused articulation projects from five K-16 sites in the US. Topics addressed will include curricular approaches, foundations of teaching and learning, materials, and assessment of STEM subjects in the German program. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): All

Applicable Language(s): German Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: German

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FRIDAY, March 6 3:10 PM - 4:00 PM LaGuardia

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Third Floor

Jayne Abrate, AATF

The presenter will highlight programs and services of the AATF, including our new First Responder Kit, that provide teachers with the tools necessary to conduct an ongoing and effective campaign to promote their program to parents, decision-makers, and supporters in the community. Sponsor: Exhibitor Strand: Leadership / Advocacy Applicable Level(s): All

Applicable Language(s): French Language of Presentation: French Examples Provided in: French

3:10 PM - 4:00 PM Logan

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Third Floor

Oral Proficiency: Bloom’s Taxonomy Pyramid’s New Paint Job

Bring Bloom’s Taxonomy of educational objectives to the 21st century by using blended learning to achieve oral proficiency in the global language classroom. See videos of students “climbing” Bloom’s pyramid and strengthening their oral skills along the way. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): ES, MS, HS

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: French

3:10 PM - 4:00 PM McCarran

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Third Floor

Bringing It All Together: Language and Advocacy Bill Rivers, JNCL-NCLIS

Language is essential for responsible 21st Century citizenship. The work we do as language teachers is as vital as that of any STEM teacher, and we need to recognize this and promote it. The language industry employs more than 200,000 Americans, has a global talent gap that only we can fill. This session will present data and connections between industry and the educational sector, and DIY methods for making the case for languages to policymakers. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Leadership / Advocacy Applicable Level(s): All

Hélène Vincent, EF Education First Explore the benefits of immersive language learning experiences and how to facilitate these experiences. Learn a formula for immersion that uses themed days to tie together classroom time and immersive experiences, allowing students to practice their language skills in real life situations. The classroom instruction focuses on topics of student interest; followed by immersive experiential learning moments. Lastly, learn about international PD opportunities for language educators, which will help educators increase their own language skills, and explore different teaching methodologies.

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SCOLT Call for Proposals Proposal window: March 15 – June 1, 2015 Submit your session proposal at scolt.org Conference Dates: February 18 – 20, 2016 Sheraton Charlotte

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: English

3:10 PM - 4:00 PM Kennedy

Third Floor

Art as a Tool to Teach World Languages

Martha Dow Adams, UDCA Universidad de Ciencias Aplicadas y Ambientales / CTB Corporación Tecnólogica de Bogotá The Connection Goal of the National Standards emphasizes the role that languages can play in extending and enriching student learning in all content areas. Studies have shown that the use of the arts in the classroom makes learning easier and more enjoyable and can improve student test scores. The presenters will share activities demonstrating how students can learn by using artwork pieces and the foreign language as a tool to help them to think critically and to solve problems. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): All

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples in: English, Spanish

SATURDAY, March 7

Monitoring student progress has never been easier thanks to a treasure trove of technology tools and systems. We must carefully review these technologies to make appropriate choices for the task at hand and for the unique learners in every class. This session will prepare you to leverage technologies to formatively assess your students while engaging and motivating them to assume more responsibility for their learning. Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: English

Third Floor

The Formula for Successful Language Immersion

Sponsor: Exhibitor Strand: Program Models Applicable Level(s): All

Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Feedback / Assessment Applicable Level(s): MS, HS, Post-secondary, Supervisors

3:10 PM - 4:00 PM National

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Formative Assessment from Low-Tech to High-Tech

Bobby Hobgood, University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: English

FRIDAY, March 6

Joanne Thomas, Holy Innocents’ Episcopal School; Andrea Dignon, North Cobb Christian School

Third Floor

THURSDAY, March 5

Promoting French Everywhere

3:10 PM - 4:00 PM Midway

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4:10 PM - 5:00 PM Shannon I

THURSDAY, March 5

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Atrium Level / 2nd Floor

4:10 PM - 5:00 PM DeGaulle

BEST OF

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Do You Know Your APP From Your Elbow? Technology in Language

Hands On Proficiency Rating Using ACTFL Descriptors

Come play! Bring your own device if you have one, and we’ll load some new tools. See how to use apps/browsers in four strategic ways: 1) Teacher-led lesson 2) Student-led presentation/assessment 3) Classroom management tools 4) Student-centered games.

Best of SCFLTA - This session will begin with a review of the ACTFL novice proficiency level (Low, Mid, and High) within the written presentational mode. Then, using English samples, we will practice rating. Time will be given for small groups to break off into their language groups and practice rating samples in the Target Language. Spanish, French, Portuguese, Russian, German, Latin, and Chinese samples provided.

Laura McCarley, Harding Academy

Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): All

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: Spanish

4:10 PM - 5:00 PM Shannon II

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Atrium Level / 2nd Floor

50 Ways to Work Smarter and Creatively

Sonya Breaux, Woodstock HS; Yamileth Aubain, Centennial Academy

FRIDAY, March 6

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Do you want to combine authentic language and cultural resources using 21st century skills? In this session you will learn to differentiate and assess target language objectives using internet resources and apps in your classroom.

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English, Spanish Examples Provided in: Spanish

Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All

4:10 PM - 5:00 PM Lambert

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Near Concorde Grill & Bar

Finding Spaces for Student Interaction in Second Life

Rob Ward, Meadow Glen MS

Sponsor: SCFLTA Strand: Feedback / Assessment Applicable Level(s): All

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: Various

4:10 PM - 5:00 PM DaVinci I

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Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Flip Flip Hooray! Using an Inverted Instructional Approach Amye Sukapdjo, Independent Scholar

The flipped instructional model is gaining momentum in the world language classroom. Students become independent learners while using technology, teachers have individual interaction with students, and assessments take a variety of forms. The presenter will share her experiences, materials and resources from flipping a semester-long introductory French course at the college level. Attendees are invited to share how they are currently using this model and if not, to ask questions about it. Be ready to share and take notes! Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): All

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples in: English, French

SATURDAY, March 7

Karen Acosta & Fleming Bell, Valdosta State University In this session participants will learn what Second Life is and how the presenters use Second Life at their institution to find spaces for student interaction, take virtual field trips, conduct virtual office hours and advising, and participate in a virtual conversation club that meets in Second Life every month. Participants who are interested in joining will be encouraged to create their own avatar and explore the basics of Second Life. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Learning Resources / Tools Applicable Level(s): Post-secondary

Applicable Language(s): Spanish Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: English

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4:10 PM - 5:00 PM DaVinci II

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

The Why and How of Using Can Do Statements Aleidine (Ali) Moeller, University of Nebraska-Lincoln

This session will examine and demonstrate how the NCSSFL/ ACTFL Can-Do Statements can provide much needed motivation and structure in the foreign language classroom to motivate learners to communicate in L2 and see the value of learning a second language. Goal-setting is one of the most effective methods to increase motivation and works effectively with demotivated, reluctant students. Motivational strategies that promote goal-related behavior (e.g task based learning, problem solving activities) will be demonstrated and experienced first hand by session participants. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): All

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples in: French, German, Spanish


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FRIDAY, March 6 4:10 PM - 5:00 PM Narita

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Banquet Level / Lowest Level

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4:10 PM - 5:00 PM Logan

Third Floor

Recognizing the African Presence in Latin American Dance

During high-stakes testing periods, the teaching of culture in lower-level classrooms is sometimes tabled, leaving more attention to developing L2 proficiency. Accordingly, this session demonstrates how to visually organize authentic resources using Google Maps. Special attention comes to web pages made by and for Internet users who speak the target language that are accessible to languagelearners of varying proficiencies. We will also cover language tasks based on these Google Maps that will enhance the cultural components of the language classroom.

Many African contributions to culture are often overlooked both in Latin America and in Spanish classrooms. In this presentation, we will pay tribute to the African roots in Latin American dances that have become national symbols and internationally known rhythms. Our musical journey will cover countries from Mexico to Argentina, focusing on the origins and popularity of Afro-Latin dances and carnivals. Attendees will discuss effective ways to incorporate and celebrate the African presence in Latin music in the classroom.

William Michael Lake, Georgia State University

Sponsor: SEALLT Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): HS, Post-sec

Carmen Villegas Rogers, Chestnut Hill College

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples in: English, Portuguese, Spanish

4:10 PM - 5:00 PM SeaTac

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Third Floor

La francophonie celebrates the French language and culture in all its various forms across the world. Day to day French classes still focus primarily on Parisian French pronunciation despite the richness of accents and differences in French. This presentation will explore how and why quebecois French is different, why it has been considered bad or funny French due to its accent, but more importantly, why it is and should be considered a viable and respected form in U.S. French classrooms. Applicable Language(s): French Language of Presentation: English, French Examples Provided in: French

Third Floor

Effective Elementary & Middle School Spanish Curriculum Cindy Tracy, World of Reading, Ltd.

Published by the European publisher Eli, we will present “Vale” a Spanish course in 3 levels for the elementary school – student book, workbook, teacher’s book, audio cd and interactive dvd. We will then present “A Bordo”, for middle school, just published in 2013 in 2 levels. There is a student book, workbook which includes a cd, grammar book, teacher’s guide with tests, audio cd for the class and digital book for the teacher. Both curricula are completely in Spanish. Sponsor: Exhibitor Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): Immersion, ES, MS, Supervisors

Third Floor

Realia-Based Teaching

Applicable Language(s): Spanish Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: Spanish

Do you come back from trips abroad with a suitcase loaded with “stuff ”, things like menus, receipts, brochures and maps? Have you ever wondered what to do with it all? Don’t throw away this classroom treasure! This session will demonstrate how to use authentic materials in the World Language classroom. Special attention will be given to using authentic photographs to teach vocabulary and culture. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): ES, MS, HS

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Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: French

4:10 PM - 5:00 PM Midway

Third Floor

Walking the Tightrope: Effective Teacher Leadership in FL

Melanie Hutsell, Peachtree Ridge HS; Holly Brodnax, Grayson HS; Laura Droms, Mountain View HS The department chair is a role that is not easily defined. This session will present strategies for department chairs to grow in all of their roles: to advocate programs, communicate effectively with administrators, and to foster a culture of professional learning. We will also discuss ways for department chairs to find the balance between serving others and growing themselves as teachers in the classroom and as leaders inside and outside the classroom. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Leadership / Advocacy Applicable Level(s): HS

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: English

SATURDAY, March 7

4:10 PM - 5:00 PM LaGuardia

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4:10 PM - 5:00 PM McCarran

Christy Belbey, Dacula HS

Elizabeth Combier, University of North Georgia

Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): HS, Post-secondary, Supervisors

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Applicable Language(s): Spanish Language of Presentation: Spanish Examples Provided in: Spanish

FRIDAY, March 6

Embrace Quebecois French: The Pronunciation and Evolution

Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All

THURSDAY, March 5

On Products, Practices and Perspectives through Google Maps


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4:10 PM - 5:00 PM National

THURSDAY, March 5

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Third Floor

Utilizing All Three Modes via Your Reading-Based Curriculum

Are you regularly using the three modes of communication - Interpretive, Inter-personal, Presentational - in your Latin classroom? If you are using a reading-based text, you already have all you need to incorporate them! This session offers an overview of the ACTFL guidelines and suggests ways to implement them in the process of building reading proficiency. Examples will be from ‘Ecce Romani’ but will be applicable to all texts. Applicable Language(s): Latin Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: Latin

4:10 PM - 5:00 PM Kennedy

FRIDAY, March 6

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Third Floor

The U.S. Government and Languages and Federal Grants Mikle Ledgerwood, Samford University

Few teachers know about the relationship the U.S. Government and the foreign language profession has with each other. Few know that we fund a lobby group in Washington, (the Joint National Committee on Languages) or that the federal government years funds millions of dollars in grants from various departments in various competitions to FL professionals. I will explain this relationship, using my knowledge as a grant reviewer and participant as well as my experience of JNCL and other groups. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Learning Resources / Tools Applicable Level(s): All

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: English

4:10 PM - 5:00 PM Delta Flight Museum

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2016: February 18 – 20 Sheraton Charlotte, Charlotte NC

Caroline Switzer Kelly, Mitchell Community College

Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): All

Off-site

SCOLT Sponsors and Patrons Business Meeting and Reception

Linda Zins-Adams, SCOLT President, Presiding *By Invitation Only* This special reception and business meeting takes place this year at the Delta Flight Museum and is for SCOLT’s Sponsors and Patrons. Shuttle service from the lobby to the museum will commence at 5:15 PM. The invitation you received at registration is your ticket to the event. Transportation will leave from the main lobby. Sponsor: SCOLT

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Future SCOLT Conferences 2017: March 16 – 18 Orlando Airport Marriott, Orlando, FL 2018: TBD: Atlanta, GA

2016 Conference Program Cover Contest One drawing will be selected as the 2016 SCOLT Program Cover of the Year. The winning artist will receive a check of $50 and sponsoring teacher will receive a one year complimentary SCOLT Sponsor/Patron membership. Visit scolt.org for more details.

SCOLT Call for Proposals Proposal window: March 15 – June 1, 2015 Submit your session proposal at scolt.org Conference Dates: February 18 – 20, 2016 Sheraton Charlotte

SCOLT Auction Information What will you find at SCOLT’s SILENT AUCTION this year? Make time to check it out and bid on everything from gift cards to an ACTFL membership! Bidding begins at 8:00 am Friday, and ends at 10:30 am Saturday, with item pick-up and payment from 12:30-1:30 Saturday. Funds will go to a new SCOLT initiative offering support for Teachers of the Year, past and present, to share their expertise and provide professional development at regional conferences or local school districts. Booth 23 in the Exhibit Area


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Booth 2 in the Exhibit Area

Join us for our Summer Graduate Institute for Language Teachers! Summer 2015 Summer Institute Courses: FRENCH: Francophone Children’s and Adolescent Literature and The French Curriculum: Communication, Culture, Community SPANISH: Hispanic Children’s and Adolescent Literature Teaching Spanish with Technology Dates: July 7 -­‐24, 2015 at Appalachian State University Boone, North Carolina (campus near the Blue Ridge Parkway) Week-­‐long non-­‐credit options or 3 -­‐week course with up to 6 grad credits


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7:00 AM - 12:00 PM Main Lobby & Banquet Level / Lowest Level

THURSDAY, March 5

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Registration Open

On-site registration is located near main hotel entrance; pre-registered attendees can pick up their materials on the Banquet Level / Lowest Level. Welcome to the conference! 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM Concourse Ballroom C & D Banquet Level / Lowest Level

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Breakfast for Conference Attendees 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM Exhibits Area Main Lobby & Banquet Level / Lowest Level

E4 Exhibits Open

SATURDAY, March 7

FRIDAY, March 6

Join your colleagues and network with our exhibitors. Be sure to thank them for coming to this year’s event!

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8:00 AM - 8:50 AM Concourse Ballroom A

BEST OF

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Nancy Valdes, Bishop Snyder HS

Best of FFLA - Learn a system and strategies for dealing with behaviors such as defiance, disrespect, bullying, talking, and more. Learn the Discipline Without Stress teaching model to easily handle classroom disruptions, increase student and teacher effectiveness, help students to behave responsibly and demonstrate more effort in learning thereby increasing academic achievement. Yes, it can be achieved in a very simple way! Teaching is a craft that takes time, practice, and reflection. With this system, you will have more time for all three!!

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Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: English

8:00 AM - 8:50 AM Concourse Ballroom B

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Chupacabras and the Tooth Mouse: Teaching Hispanic Folklore David Alley, Georgia Southern University

Folklore from Spain and Latin America is a valuable resource which Spanish teachers can use to teach the products, practices, and perspectives of culture. This presentation will first define folklore using examples from the United States. The presenter will then share numerous examples of Hispanic folklore and explain how these can be incorporated into commonly used themes of Spanish I and Spanish II. Handouts will be provided with sample lessons. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All

Atrium Level / 2nd Floor

Preparing for the Cultural Comparison Task on the AP Exam

Michaela Claus-Nix, Georgia Department of Education; Jonas Strecker, South Forsyth HS This session will demonstrate to participants how to best prepare students for the Cultural Comparison on the AP German, French and Spanish Language and Culture Exam. Many teachers consider this section the most challenging task. Participants will learn about the structure of this task, learn how AP readers apply the scoring guidelines, and explore useful phrases and successful practices on how to prepare students in the classroom. The presenters are a current/ former member of the AP German Development Committee. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): HS

Applicable Language(s): French, German, Spanish, Other Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: German

8:00 AM - 8:50 AM Shannon II

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Atrium Level / 2nd Floor

Self-Regulated Language Learning with LinguaFolio

Amanda Romjue, Appalachian State University

Effective Discipline in the Foreign Language Classroom

Sponsor: FFLA Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): All

8:00 AM - 8:50 AM Shannon I

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Applicable Language(s): Spanish Language of Presentation: Spanish Examples Provided in: English, Spanish

This interactive workshop will focus on engaging ways teachers can use LinguaFolio to support self-regulated language learning in their classrooms while very briefly highlighting the important research-based motivations for using LinguaFolio to promote student self-regulated learning. Instructional technology supports will also be explored. Participants will leave with concrete examples and resources. (BYOD) Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): All

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Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: English, Spanish

8:00 AM - 8:50 AM DeGaulle

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Blended Learning: For the Teacher, Too!

Paul R (Dick) Kuettner, Washington and Lee University; Sharon Scinicariello, University of Richmond Blended learning is thought to be only for classrooms, but in this session, one will see how the learning process applies to professional development for the educator as well. Attendees will participate in the various steps from start to finish, learn what true blending is, and see how it has been implemented across the South to help teachers grow. Sponsor: SEALLT Strand: Program Models Applicable Level(s): All

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: English


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SATURDAY, March 7 8:00 AM - 8:50 AM DaVinci I

085

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

088

8:00 AM - 8:50 AM Narita

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Planning SMART!

There are many tools and methods which educators may use to avoid the use of L1. With technology gaining greater importance in learners’ lives outside of the classroom, technological tools for both teacher and student are reviewed to help in the acquisition of a FL without L1 use. Fostering an environment that promotes thought and expression in the TL encourages the production of the TL use.

Looking for fun and inventive new strategies you can implement immediately into any foreign language classroom? Come to Planning SMART where we will demonstrate lots of powerful techniques to enhance your lessons with an emphasis on integrating new technologies and maximizing student engagement. We will also present a revolutionary approach to lesson planning that will allow you to create unit plans that can easily be documented, refined, shared, and repeated for years to come!

Sandra C. Colantonio, Chapman University

Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): All

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: English

8:00 AM - 8:50 AM DaVinci II

086

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Ruta Couet, SC Dept. of Education; Jacque Van Houten, Jefferson County Public Schools The need for learners to develop intercultural competency is widely accepted, but how do we define it, benchmark it, assess it, and integrate it into language learning? Participants will learn about the rationale for the changes to the Cultures Goal in the World Readiness Standards for Learning Languages and in states’ standards documents. Key topics include proficiency levels, use of the target language and peer interaction with native speakers. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: French, Spanish

8:00 AM - 8:50 AM Lambert

087

Near Concorde Grill & Bar

Amanda Teixeira & Mary Ellen Krueck, Georgia Virtual Learning An elementary school pilot was launched in August 2014 by Georgia Virtual Learning. Our goal was to see if a hybrid Spanish class would work with young students. We will present some of our curriculum and show recording segments of students engaged in both technology and language learning.

Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Program Models Applicable Level(s): ES

Applicable Language(s): Latin, Spanish Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: English

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Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: English, French

8:00 AM - 8:50 AM SeaTac

089

Third Floor

L’or bleu: Water as a Theme in French Language Classes

Cornelia Okraski, Queens Univ of Charlotte & UNC-Charlotte Using 21st century skills, students learn about the topic of “water” and the role it plays in the environment, agriculture, industry, transportation, nutrition and recreation of French and Francophone cultures. Starting with the introduction of vocabulary in creative ways, continuing with engaging communicative activities and followed by the use of authentic French texts and songs. Also, find out about presentational ideas for student language output, while making comparisons and connections with water in French and Francophone cultures. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Learning Resources / Tools Applicable Level(s): HS

090

Applicable Language(s): French Language of Presentation: English, French Examples in: French

8:00 AM - 8:50 AM Kennedy

Third Floor

Issues Facing FL Education in Georgia

Pete Swanson & Elizabeth Goulette, Georgia State University; Elaine McAllister, Cobb County Schools Coordinators, department chairs, college and university faculty, and interested attendees are invited to discuss issues surrounding FL education. The intent of this informal discussion is to determine areas for investigation and determine courses of action to help improve our profession. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Leadership / Advocacy Applicable Level(s): All

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: English

SATURDAY, March 7

GaVL ES School Spanish Online and Awesome!

Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): All

FRIDAY, March 6

What Is Interculturality and How Do I Facilitate It?

Kylie Hicken & Deanne King, Berkmar HS

THURSDAY, March 5

An Investigation of Technological Tools for TL Instruction


CONFERENCE SCHEDULE

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8:00 AM - 8:50 AM McCarran

THURSDAY, March 5

091 Building Electronic Resources for the Classroom

Teachers increase your awareness of available web resources for classroom references and tools to engage students and to limit research time in the classroom. Information will be given to create a glossary as a part of planning. Teachers will be given tools and steps to use a glossary of resources in their classroom without stopping to research a site for skills or content. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Learning Resources / Tools Applicable Level(s): All

FRIDAY, March 6

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: French, Spanish

8:00 AM - 8:50 AM Midway

Third Floor

Engaging Students Abroad: The Inquiry-Based City Un-Tour Susann Davis, Western Kentucky University; Sheri Spaine Long, The University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Your students are abroad, but how perceptive are they of the world around them? Enter the inquiry-based city un-tour. Join us to learn how students from two universities worked collaboratively to “discover” the city hidden in plain view. In the process of traversing the city and solving riddles, learners became better observers, recognized references of Culture in contemporary life and unabashedly engaged locals in the target language. Come prepared for adventure! Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): HS, Post-sec

093

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: Spanish

8:00 AM - 8:50 AM Logan

Third Floor

Blogging in the Spanish Classroom: L2 Acquisition Benefits

María Isabel Charle Poza, The Lincoln University The session describes a simple way of integrating student-created blogs into language courses. Through the description of a Spanish blogging project, attendees will learn tips to use blogs in their classes and evaluate their effectiveness. The session will focus on how the blogging tasks were developed and integrated and it will conclude with a description of how the project was assessed to determine if it developed writing strategies and proficiency. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Learning Resources / Tools Applicable Level(s): HS, Post-sec

Third Floor

CULTR: New Title VI National Language Resource Center at GSU

Shirley Price, Shelby County School District

092

SATURDAY, March 7

Third Floor

8:00 AM - 8:50 AM LaGuardia

094

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: Spanish

William Nichols, Patricia Nolde, Mary Shoffner & Sara Weigle, Georgia State University The co-directors of the new LRC at GSU will introduce the center titled CULTR (Center for Urban Language Teaching and Research). They will explain its purpose and objectives and outline the events, projects, and activities being developed to further language teachers’ professional development. After the presentation, there will be time for questions and answers with the directors. Sponsor: Exhibitor Strand: Leadership / Advocacy Applicable Level(s): All

095

BEST OF

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: English

9:00 AM - 9:50 AM Concourse Ballroom A

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Let’s Communicate! Jenee Wright, Gulfport HS

Best of MFLA - This presentation will give you useful ideas so that you can create and tailor your own communication activities to actively engage your students in the target language. The interpretive and interpersonal modes of communication will be emphasized via spoken and written activities. The presenter will provide examples of strategies that work! Sponsor: MFLA Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): All

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: Spanish

9:00 AM - 9:50 AM Concourse Ballroom B

096

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Coming Full Circle: Teach Bell to Bell, Not Yell to Yell

Meredith White, Freedom Preparatory Academy-Westwood For new teachers, this session will engage attendees on how they can prioritize their classroom’s routines and procedures as a daily part of classroom management. With the classroom organized for success and transparent practices in place, discipline becomes a rarity and calm, happy teaching is the norm. This session will focus on the connection between organization, procedures, and classroom management, all of which is especially critical for new teachers. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: Spanish

SCOLT Call for Proposals Proposal window: March 15 – June 1, 2015 Submit your session proposal at scolt.org Conference Dates: February 18 – 20, 2016 Sheraton Charlotte


45

SATURDAY, March 7 9:00 AM - 9:50 AM Shannon I

097

Atrium Level / 2nd Floor

100

9:00 AM - 9:50 AM DaVinci I

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

iCreate a Teaching Environment with iPad/iPhone

SCOLT, like TED, is a platform for ideas worth spreading. Presenters will share activities and strategies for making language classes maximally meaningful to 21st century learners. By using relevant, student-friendly videoclips, service-learning projects, project based inquiry, and data collection in the classroom, teaching is more impactful and engaging.

Let’s create a teaching environment with the use of iPad/iPhone. I will take you from using 1 device, 3-4, or 20. Classroom collaboration; small groups, individual research. Featured apps: Tellegami, Google Earth, PhotoMapo, Notability, Educreations, TypeDrawing. This will be a working-session. You will make a presentation to take home. iCreate emphasizes on research, speaking, and writing while using latest technology in a creative and fun way.

Janis Antonek, Guilford County Schools; Vicki Alvis, Fulton County Schools, Georgia

Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): All

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: English, Spanish

9:00 AM - 9:50 AM Shannon II

098

Atrium Level / 2nd Floor

Horst Kurz, Georgia Southern University Have a song you want to use in class but are not sure how to set it up? Dissatisfied with your current worksheet? This session is dedicated to a critique of the (dis-)advantages of various listening skill exercise formats often utilized on worksheets for lyrics. It includes a best-practice review and it provides useful hints for application to your teaching. [You may wish to bring a (short) song text to contemplate for revision or production.] Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): All

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: English, German

9:00 AM - 9:50 AM DeGaulle

099

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Frank Kruger-Robbins, Brooke Bekoff, Erica Kosches & Brett Weiss, Pine Crest School Have you waited to attend a language session with “live” student demonstrations, student-teacher interaction, and a follow-up question-answer session? Wait no longer! Grade 12 Pine Crest School students, Brooke Bekoff, Erica Kosches, and Brett Weiss, will give “live” presentations outlining the value of project-based learning! The session will further highlight student presentations and technological enhanced projects at a wireless laptop school. Participants receive online examples of student project handouts, rubrics, and access to an online Language Resource Site! Sponsor: SEALLT Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): All

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: Spanish

101

Applicable Language(s): Spanish Language of Presentation: English, Spanish Examples in: English, Spanish

9:00 AM - 9:50 AM DaVinci II

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Communicative Strategies for Grammar & Reading Instruction

Christan Marsh Pierce, Windsor Forest HS; Sydney Earley, Lowndes County HS This session will focus on strategies for teaching L2 grammar & reading through communicative input instruction and thematic unit design. This is an interactive session that will allow participants to see how these strategies would work in their own classrooms. The presenters will demonstrate grammar instruction that moves from sentence level to connected discourse, reading frameworks that phase from pre-reading to personalization of a text, as well as strategies for traditional and technological approaches. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): MS, HS

102

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English, Spanish Examples Provided in: Spanish

9:00 AM - 9:50 AM Lambert

Near Concorde Grill & Bar

A Perfect Pair: Proficiency and Performance Leslie Baldwin, Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools

How do proficiency levels affect instruction and assessment? How do I design performance assessments that are appropriate for a targeted proficiency level? Participants will discuss the answers to these questions, gain a better understanding of performance and proficiency, and learn to use performance tasks to help build students’ proficiency. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Feedback / Assessment Applicable Level(s): All

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: Spanish

SATURDAY, March 7

Empower Your Students and Watch Them GLITTER!

Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): ES, MS, HS

FRIDAY, March 6

Song Lyrics Done Prosaically

Donna Guzzo, Language Exploration Enrichment St. Johns County

THURSDAY, March 5

Ideas Worth Spreading in World Language Classrooms


CONFERENCE SCHEDULE

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9:00 AM - 9:50 AM Narita

THURSDAY, March 5

103

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Click, Click, Boom! Integrating Technology Meaningfully

Joe Terantino, Angela George, Jeongyi Lee, & Renata Creekmur, Kennesaw State University The purpose of this presentation is to discuss the meaningful integration of technology in foreign language teaching and learning. The presenters will share tips for integrating easy-to-use technologies and provide a brief showcase of relevant and appealing activities that target culture, reading, writing, speaking, and listening comprehension skills for any beginning or intermediate foreign language classroom. The session will cover a wide range of Web 2.0 tools that are currently available for free. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Learning Resources / Tools Applicable Level(s): All

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: Various

9:00 AM - 9:50 AM SeaTac

FRIDAY, March 6

104 Authenticity in Language Learning: Let’s Get REAL

Do you feel overwhelmed by and a little lost regarding the use of truly authentic materials in class? Discover how and where to find authentic materials for your language classroom despite the level of your students. They are abundant and easily adaptable for you and your students to create REAL (Real Endeavors in Authentic Learning) experiences. Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples in: French, Spanish

9:00 AM - 9:50 AM Kennedy

105

Third Floor

MEET Chinese at a Nutrition Classroom Linxiang Zhu, Southeast Whitfield HS

“MEET Chinese” stands for Meaningful, Easy, Eatable, and Tasty Chinese. The presenter will share ideas and strategies used to motivate hundreds of high school students to learn and use the target language and culture. Students are guided to complete three food projects, including Rainbow Sushi, steamed buns, and Happy Dumplings, at a nutrition classroom by using both the target language and English. The use of popular Excel 2013 templates, such as chore schedule and Plant Inventory will also be covered. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): HS,

Third Floor

Audio-Lingual Method (ALM): Burgeoning Pedagogy 50 Years Ago

John Bartley, Retired Principal and Former French Teacher The pedagogical rage for proficiency 50 years ago was ALM. The message to the student in Ecouter et Parler (1962) reads: “At first in this French course we will not be learning facts; we will be concentrating on performing - building up habits of saying things and understanding what other people are saying in French” (p. v). Backward build-up and pattern practices were the methodology du jour. Revisit this teaching method for an interesting array of fun, nostalgia, and strategies. Applicable Language(s): French Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: French

Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): All

9:00 AM - 9:50 AM Midway

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Third Floor

Bringing 21st Century Tools to the Immersion Classroom

Elena Colmenares-Hancock, Katrinda Scott, Cathy Peksenar & Dorie Bermas, Midway ES

Jason N. Smith, The Westminster Schools

Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): All

SATURDAY, March 7

Third Floor

9:00 AM - 9:50 AM McCarran

106

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: English, Chinese

21st Century students will need language and technology skills to be competitive in the global market place. How can we as Immersion teachers integrate technology in our content classrooms? This session will equip teachers in using a variety of tools and strategies to help students become 21st Century learners. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Learning Resources / Tools Applicable Level(s): Immersion, ES

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples in: English, French, Spanish

9:00 AM - 9:50 AM Logan

108

Third Floor

Understanding the Culture of Teaching for Proficiency

Juan Carlos Morales, Miami Dade College In this interactive session, participants will reflect on their products, practices and perspectives of world language teaching for the 21st century. After reviewing the basic tenets of proficiency based teaching, we will discuss how we as language teachers speak the language of our students and the role that affect plays in our classroom. This thought-provoking session will leave participants inspired to rethink what they do and how they do it. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Learning Resources / Tools Applicable Level(s): All

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: English

#scolt15


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SATURDAY, March 7 9:00 AM - 9:50 AM LaGuardia

109

Third Floor

Elizabeth Roberts & Denise Clivaz, The Avery Coonley School / Real Language Right Away Presenters from The Avery Coonley School in Downers Grove, Illinois have developed an innovative approach for language instruction, resulting in the publication of REAL LANGUAGE right away, a unique communicative method that can be used with beginners of all ages. Through their conversational model, students are able to have a meaningful exchange in the target language right away. Their activities serve as the foundation for an elementary and middle school French program and as a useful supplement for secondary programs. Sponsor: Exhibitor Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): ES, MS, HS

Applicable Language(s): Chinese, French, Spanish, Other Language of Presentation: English Examples in: Chinese, French, Spanish

9:50 AM - 10:30 AM Exhibits Area Main Lobby & Banquet Level / Lowest Level

E5

110

BEST OF

10:30 AM - 11:20 AM Concourse Ballroom A

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Carmen Scoggins, Watauga HS

Best of FLANC - Discover how to establish a sustainable language learning community. Learn how to build a cooperative network with other teachers while laying the foundation for language endurance in students. Help students learn how to work together (collaboration and interconnectedness), invest in their learning (responsibility), and create long-term language goals (enduring understandings). Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: Spanish

10:30 AM - 11:20 AM Concourse Ballroom B

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

How to Steal and Share Ideas + Quick Tech Tips Ben Riekhof, Alexander HS

This two-part presentation will first focus on using Wikispaces to collaborate among teachers. We will examine how it is currently being used in Douglas County (sharing materials, exchanging ideas, planning lessons) and discuss future applications of this easy-to-use resource. In the second half we’ll look at several fast and easy tips that help engage learners, encourage participation in the target language, and make your life easier! Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Learning Resources / Tools Applicable Level(s): All

Alchemy was a medieval science that aimed to change ordinary metals into gold. Authentic resources also have transformative power. In this session, learn how to scaffold a single authentic source into multiple activities that support the five World-Readiness Standards and three modes of communication. Use these golden nuggets to embed culture and engage students in activities that enhance language performance. Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: Spanish

Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Learning Resources / Tools Applicable Level(s): HS, Post-sec

10:30 AM - 11:20 AM Shannon II

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Atrium Level / 2nd Floor

Differentiating Assessments the Easy Way!

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples in: English, French, Spanish

Join us in learning how to create and implement differentiated assessments the easy way! Participants will receive simplified instructions and various templates based on ability level, product, and learning styles. They will also discuss strategies for implementation including student choices, interactive technology and accountability. Samples of technology products, videos, and pictures will also be shared. Participants will leave the session with at least three relevant differentiated assessments that they will create during the “createto-take” segments. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Feedback / Assessment Applicable Level(s): All

114

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: English, Spanish

10:30 AM - 11:20 AM DeGaulle

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

There’s an App for That: An Exchange

Stacey Powell, Auburn University; Sharon Scinicariello, University of Richmond; Kristy Britt, University of South Alabama; Patricia Nolde, Georgia State University You probably already know about some of the best organizational apps to assist with file management and research, but there are also apps that you can use with your students to foster collaboration, increase exposure to target language/culture, and encourage lifelong learning. This panel introduces participants to many of the presenters’ favorites, and shares strategies for successful implementation into a curriculum and daily life. Audience members are encouraged to share their favorite apps and pedagogical applications as well. Sponsor: SEALLT Strand: Learning Resources / Tools Applicable Level(s): All

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: Various

SATURDAY, March 7

111

Linda Egnatz, Lincoln-Way North HS

Tavane Moore, Renaissance MS

Sustainable Teaching for Language Learning Endurance

Sponsor: FLANC Strand: Collaboration Applicable Level(s): MS, HS, Post-secondary

Authentic Resources: Pan for Gold & Plan for Lesson Alchemy

FRIDAY, March 6

Exhibits Break

Atrium Level / 2nd Floor

THURSDAY, March 5

Real Language Right Away

10:30 AM - 11:20 AM Shannon I

112


CONFERENCE SCHEDULE

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10:30 AM - 11:20 AM DaVinci I

THURSDAY, March 5

115

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Building Enrollment in Upper-level Language Courses

Businesses are using QR codes everywhere to get their message across. Learn how YOU can use QR codes in your class to get information to your students personal devices IMMEDIATELY in a fun and creative way.

Enrollment in lower-level language courses continues to grow. However, upper-level course enrollment has dwindled at a similar pace and language programs at a variety of grade levels are being eliminated nationally. This session presents results from a mixed methods study focusing on student perceptions of language learning and how perceptions can be changed through L1 reflective activities in order to promote longer sequences of language study. This research has implications on student recruitment for secondary and post-secondary instructors.

MIchelle Olah, World Languages Technology Consultants

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: English

Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Learning Resources / Tools Applicable Level(s): All

10:30 AM - 11:20 AM DaVinci II

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Bringing Culture to Life in the Classroom

FRIDAY, March 6

10:30 AM - 11:20 AM Narita

It’s Hip to Be Square: QR Codes in the World Languages Class

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Melanie Hutsell, Peachtree Ridge HS; Rachel Baker, Walton HS; Svetoslava Dimova, Campbell HS; Estelle Sirot, Chattahoochee HS The cultures and customs of any language are what can spark the interest of our students the most. Yet, developing cultural proficiency takes a back seat in the classroom. This session will offer strategies that authentically incorporate products, practices, and perspectives of different target language cultures into language teaching at all levels. Examples provided relate to experiences in France and other Francophone cultures, but are easily adaptable to all languages. Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples in: English, French

Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): MS, HS

10:30 AM - 11:20 AM Lambert

117 SATURDAY, March 7

118

Near Concorde Grill & Bar

Grab Their Attention, Make the Connection Eman Maamoun, Hana Arslan, & Djaouida Bensaadoun, Amana Academy Charter School

Research shows that there is tremendous demand to depart from the traditional text books and integrate collaboration and connection between the foreign language and the core subjects in authentic ways. In this session we will share with you how you can make connections with SCIENCE, SOCIAL STUDIES and ENVIRONMENT. You will be able to build your own Foreign Language unit, and connecting the target language with the core subjects. So come and join us in Making the Connection. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Collaboration Applicable Level(s): Immersion, ES

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: English, Arabic

#scolt15

William Michael Lake, Georgia State University

Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Program Models Applicable Level(s): HS, Post-sec

119

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples in: English, Spanish

10:30 AM - 11:20 AM SeaTac

Third Floor

The DSD: A Golden Opportunity for German Language Programs

Michaela Claus-Nix, Georgia Department of Education; Petra Reuter, German Central Agency for Schools Abroad; Sabine Smith, Kennesaw State University The Deutsche Sprachdiplom (DSD) is a free German language exam given annually by the German government. The presenters will summarize the benefits of adopting the DSD for German language programs, teachers, and students as a strategy for recruitment, retention, and advocacy. Participants will learn about test components, levels of examination, access to practice materials, and professional development, incl. opportunities to earn PLU credits. This interactive session will round out with a Q&A. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Feedback / Assessment Applicable Level(s): MS, HS

120

Applicable Language(s): German Language of Presentation: English Examples in: English, German

10:30 AM - 11:20 AM Kennedy

Third Floor

Technology Enhanced Teaching Activities: Design and Practice Yunjuan He, Peijie Mao, & Qi Cui, University of North Georgia

This session focuses on introducing the use of technologies for the regular classroom and online teaching. 1) How to use PowerPoint to design classroom-based games to reinforce new vocabulary and grammar structures. 2) How to incorporate iPads into lesson planning and employ iPads to design contextualized communicative tasks. 3) How to create an online classroom on the platform of Google Plus to maximize language learning outcomes. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Learning Resources / Tools Applicable Level(s): All

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: Chinese


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SATURDAY, March 7 121

10:30 AM - 11:20 AM McCarran

Third Floor

“Flipping” the Language Classroom: Tools and Strategies

Ivonne Hernández, Animals Love Friendship

All children are “perfect” the way they are, but it is not always clear as educators and parents how to best help children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and their classmates thrive. Understanding the most common issues children with ASD have and the proper tools to cope with those challenges enable us to better care for this rising condition around the globe. Together we can make a positive impact in helping these children feel accepted, included, and valued. Sponsor: Exhibitor Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All

122

Applicable Language(s): Spanish Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: English

10:30 AM - 11:20 AM Midway

Third Floor

Delandris Jones & Eric Ruppe, Meadow Glen MS We will discuss the process of leading middle school students in creating an original presentational writing piece (e.g. Children’s book) based on a unit of study. This presentation will describe incorporating unit concepts into the assignment, creating a portfolio, holding students accountable for deadlines, encouraging self-directed learning, and creating an environment conducive to peer feedback and critique. In this workshop, we will provide exemplars of the milestones of the project as well as the final product.

10:30 AM - 11:20 AM Logan

Third Floor

Untextbooking: There’s Nothing Textbook About It

Rachel Ash & Caroline Miklosovic, Parkview HS; Miriam Patrick, Duluth HS We have left our textbooks behind and want to help you do the same! The session will consist of the instructional strategies I and my co-presenters have used to leave the textbook behind and instead center our curriculum around authentic materials. Thanks to comprehensible input, we can teach lessons in the target language without overwhelming students, and the end result is a classroom of students who can read even difficult authentic texts without it being too much of an undertaking. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): HS

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: Latin Examples Provided in: English, Latin

What exactly is “flipping” or “blending” the world language classroom? Attendees will define these terms as they discuss ways in which integrating technology into the world language classroom can encourage creativity, engage students, and increase the effectiveness of their languages classes. The session will also address strategies for planning activities and how to be creative with some online tools of the trade, including solutions for collaboration/community, creating presentations, student production, social interaction, sharing of content, and cultural immersion. Sponsor: Exhibitor Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): HS

E6

Applicable Language(s): French, German, Spanish Language of Presentation: English Examples in: French, German, Spanish

11:20 AM - 12:00 PM Exhibits Area Main Lobby & Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Exhibits Break

125

11:20 AM - 12:00 PM Midway

Third Floor

Affiliate Meeting: Arabic

126

11:20 AM - 12:00 PM Logan

Third Floor

Affiliate Meeting: Chinese

127

11:20 AM - 12:00 PM Concourse Ballroom B

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Affiliate Meeting: French

128

11:20 AM - 12:00 PM McCarran

Third Floor

Affiliate Meeting: German

129 Affiliate Meeting: Japanese

11:20 AM - 12:00 PM SeaTac

Third Floor

SATURDAY, March 7

123

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: French

Luc Garneau, National Geographic Learning/Cengage Learning

FRIDAY, March 6

The Art of Collaboration

Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Collaboration Applicable Level(s): ES, MS, HS

Third Floor

THURSDAY, March 5

Autism Spectrum Disorder: an Opportunity to Grow and Learn

10:30 AM - 11:20 AM LaGuardia

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CONFERENCE SCHEDULE

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11:20 AM - 12:00 PM Concourse Ballroom A

THURSDAY, March 5

130

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Affiliate Meeting: Spanish and Portuguese 11:20 AM - 12:00 PM Shannon I

131

Atrium Level / 2nd Floor

Affiliate Meeting: Latin 11:20 AM - 12:00 PM DeGaulle

132

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Affiliate Meeting: NADSFL/NCSSFL 11:20 AM - 12:00 PM Kennedy

133

Third Floor

FRIDAY, March 6

Affiliate Meeting: NNELL 11:20 AM - 12:00 PM Narita

134

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Affiliate Meeting: SEALLT

135

12:00 PM - 1:15 PM Concourse Ballroom C & D

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

FLAG Awards Luncheon

Joe Frank Uriz, FLAG President, Presiding FLAG’s award luncheon features the announcement of the 2015 FLAG Award winners and annual business meeting.

SATURDAY, March 7

Sponsor: FLAG

W8

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM Concourse Ballroom A

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Your Students Glitter with Project-Based Learning!

Frank Kruger-Robbins, Brooke Bekoff, Erica Kosches & Brett Weiss, Pine Crest School *Ticketed Event* Come join Grade 12 Pine Crest School students, Brooke Bekoff, Erica Kosches, and Brett Weiss in a motivational workshop highlighting projects at a wireless K-12 laptop / ipad school! Using online technology resources and innovative apps, observe how the face of global learning is changing in uniting students with their peers and teacher in project-based learning! Participants receive online project handouts, rubrics, and access to an online K-12 Language Resource Site! Sponsor: SEALLT Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): All

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples in: Spanish

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM Concourse Ballroom B

W9

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Where Sitting is the Exception: Organic World Language Darcy Rogers, Organic World Language

*Ticketed Event* Movement, play, and a cohesive community are key elements in creating a 90%+ environment where students are learning at their own level and being naturally pushed to the next level of acquisition. In this interactive and transformational session, participants will experience a sustainable and inspiring way to apply research to practice by individualizing learning and creating a student-generated curriculum. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): All

136

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: Spanish

1:30 PM - 2:20 PM Shannon I

BEST OF

Atrium Level / 2nd Floor

Get Them Speaking in and out of Class

Brad Lemons & Pamela Reynolds, Siloam Springs HS Best of AFLTA - Get your students prepared to compete on the world stage of job opportunities by developing their oral proficiency. Participants will learn techniques that our language department is using to get students talking in the target language both in and out of class. Sponsor: AFLTA Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): All

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: Spanish

1:30 PM - 2:20 PM Shannon II

137

Atrium Level / 2nd Floor

Communicative and Literacy-Based Language Teaching John M. Zyck, Jr., University of Georgia

As some instructors believe the intent of Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) is to prioritize students’ spoken and listening abilities above reading and writing in the foreign/second language classroom, the potential lack of literacy being taught could prove troublesome for these students who take upper-level courses, both at the secondary and post-secondary level. This presentation is an opportunity to discuss how to ensure literacy is promoted in CLT. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Program Models Applicable Level(s): HS, Post-secondary, Supervisors

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: English, Spanish

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SATURDAY, March 7 1:30 PM - 2:20 PM DeGaulle

138

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Patricia Nolde, Georgia State University

Mobile devices, such as cell phones and tablets, have made media production an anywhere-anytime opportunity for language teachers and learners, which can translate into creative and engaging digital storytelling products. This session will explore ideas and contexts for integrating student-created media into the curriculum. The presenter will also review and (briefly demonstrate) handful IOS and Android apps to get your students moving, thinking, learning and creating! Sponsor: SEALLT Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): All

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: Spanish

1:30 PM - 2:20 PM DaVinci I

139

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

This session explores the process of choosing appropriate technology and creatively designing tasks to promote conversation and cultural competency within and beyond the classroom. The first phase will explore various factors that must be considered in choosing appropriate technology. The second phase guides instructors in designing individual tasks. Media task-based activities will be available for preview and discussion. Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples in: French, Italian, Spanish

This workshop is to demonstrate different ways to include culture in your daily routine as well as specific cultural units. Formative assessments, games, and differentiation will be discussed to adapt to different levels. All Levels are welcome; examples will be given in French, Spanish, and English. Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples in: English, French, Spanish

Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): MS, HS

1:30 PM - 2:20 PM Narita

142

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Comparing Teacher Beliefs and Practices in Georgia and Spain

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Delia Marti, Claiborne Elementary Magnet School; Sinforoso Fernandez, Champ Cooper School As Foreign Language Teachers, we have to provide students with the linguistic tools to speak in the target language from Day 1. In this conference, we will share some of the strategies, materials, useful links and resources we daily use in our primary and secondary classes. Attendances will take an active part by creating customized characters and talking groups for language teaching instruction. Please, bring your own laptop/tablet. Applicable Language(s): Spanish Language of Presentation: Spanish Examples Provided in: English, Spanish

This study compared Spanish and U.S. teacher beliefs about foreign language (FL) learning. Horwitz’ (1985, 2013) Beliefs about Language Learning Inventory (BALLI) was administered to secondary and post-secondary FL teachers in South Georgia and in Southern Spain. Teachers’ use of the target language in the classroom and their knowledge and application of national standards (ACTFL and CEFR) were also examined. Results will be shared and attendees will discuss the similarities and differences in Spanish and U.S. teacher beliefs and practices. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): HS, Post-sec

Applicable Language(s): Spanish Language of Presentation: English Examples in: English, Spanish

1:30 PM - 2:20 PM SeaTac

143

Third Floor

AP Latin Translation

Jonathan Master, Emory University This presentation addresses how the AP Latin free response translations are graded and how teachers might create their own seen translation exercises. We will break down several passages into “chunks” and discuss strategies for translating them. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): HS

Applicable Language(s): Latin Language of Presentation: English Examples in: English, Latin

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SATURDAY, March 7

1:30 PM - 2:20 PM DaVinci II

Online Materials and Resources for Teaching Spanish as a FL

Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Learning Resources / Tools Applicable Level(s): ES, MS

Sarah Kempf & Mary Alice Grant, Roswell HS

FRIDAY, March 6

Krista Chambless & Belita Faki, University of Alabama at Birmingham

140

It’s Not the Guillotine: Culture Can Be Fun!

Victoria Russell, Hilaria Taft, & Sarah Allison, Valdosta State University

Technology with a Purpose for World Language Courses

Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Learning Resources / Tools Applicable Level(s): All

Near Concorde Grill & Bar

THURSDAY, March 5

Language on the Move: Mobile Apps for Multimedia Production

1:30 PM - 2:20 PM Lambert

141


CONFERENCE SCHEDULE

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THURSDAY, March 5

144

Yumin Ao & Junwei Feng, He Bei University (PRC); Kennesaw State University The Confucius Institute at Kennesaw State University collaborates with the Georgia Department of Education to develop a Chinese curriculum companion to support the Georgia Performance Standards for Modern Languages (GPS, K-12). The CIKSU surveys for the Georgia Chinese language programs reveal that current Chinese instructions are not in conformity with the GPS. The project aims to provide an elaborated and standards-based Chinese curriculum companion that supports the GPS and can be used as a hands-on guideline for Chinese teachers.

145 FRIDAY, March 6

Third Floor

A Chinese Curriculum Companion to Support the GPS

Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Program Models Applicable Level(s): Post-secondary

Applicable Language(s): Chinese Language of Presentation: English Examples in: English, Chinese

1:30 PM - 2:20 PM McCarran

Third Floor

Collaboration and Interdisciplinarity in French Programs As our society is getting increasingly more collaborative and puts a strong emphasis on communication, it has now become crucial for an effective foreign language program to foster partnerships and build bridges with the community. As French teachers inspire their students to develop empathy and communication skills with and through global and local communities, programs gain in strength, visibility, and popularity. The presentation will showcase examples of initiatives led by teachers at The Lovett that positively impacted the French program.

146

Applicable Language(s): French Language of Presentation: French Examples Provided in: French

1:30 PM - 2:20 PM Midway

Third Floor

Early Language Learning PaNNELL

Nadine Jacobsen-McLean, National Network For Early Language Learning (NNELL) Join us for an open conversation as we discuss resources, strategies, and being an advocate for early language learning every day. The mission of the National Network for Early Language Learning (NNELL) is to provide leadership to advocate for and support successful early language learning and teaching. Founded in 1987, NNELL provides valuable resources for educators, parents and policy makers. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Leadership / Advocacy Applicable Level(s): ES, MS, Supervisors

1:30 PM - 2:20 PM Logan

147

Third Floor

Using Schoology to Integrate and Embed Technology

Shannon Borum & Robin Patterson, Mason Creek MS Schoology, Google Docs, QR Codes, Flipped Lessons...you’ve heard of all these tech tools, so now what? Join two language teachers as they demonstrate how to seamlessly blend technology into your classroom. In this workshop, participants will set up an online classroom and create flipped lessons. We will also explore using Google Docs for collaboration and differentiated instruction, and various useful Web 2.0 tools for the foreign language class. Participants need to bring a laptop to set up their classroom. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Learning Resources / Tools Applicable Level(s): MS, HS, Post-secondary

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples in: French, Spanish

1:30 PM - 2:20 PM LaGuardia

148

Third Floor

Using the Culture of Natives Living in the USA Jana Sandarg, Georgia Regents University

Agnes Browning, The Lovett School

Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Program Models Applicable Level(s): HS

SATURDAY, March 7

1:30 PM - 2:20 PM Kennedy

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: English

The culture and language of native speakers living in the US may or may not coincide with those currently practiced in the native country. Teachers can explore these differences, similarities and fusions of languages and cultures by tapping local resources and native speakers. Examples of Hispanic cultures in the USA will be given. In sub-groups by language, participants will create strategies to use these resources in the classroom. What better way to promote the living language and its constant evolution? Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): All

149

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: Spanish

2:30 PM - 3:20 PM Shannon I

BEST OF

Atrium Level / 2nd Floor

Speaking Up: Techniques for Developing Speaking Ability

Susan Braidi & Maria Amores, West Virginia University Best of WVFLTA - World language students are often frustrated by their inability to speak, while all teachers know that there is a disconnect between what students “know” and what students can produce in speech. By implementing classroom tasks that build students’ speaking ability, we can provide them with the tools to use language outside of the classroom. This session explores various task characteristics that encourage student speaking and demonstrates several classroom activities that are designed specifically to improve student oral production. Sponsor: WVFLTA Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): HS, Post-sec

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: English


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SATURDAY, March 7 2:30 PM - 3:20 PM Shannon II

150

2:30 PM - 3:20 PM Lambert

153

Atrium Level / 2nd Floor

Near Concorde Grill & Bar

Using Authentic Digital Media with Early Language Learners

Getting songs off the internet from the target culture is a great tool for creating CI, but at times the vocabulary or grammar don’t coincide with your needs or the themes are not appropriate for the class. If you know this frustration, consider writing a song yourself ! Using software and instruction given at the session, participants learn to compose and perform simple original songs that suit their curricular needs.

This session examines how authentic digital media (songs, e-books, videos, etc.) benefits world language students ranging from kindergarten to fifth grade. We will discuss which free Spanish and Latin American resources are available online and how to search for and access them. We will also look at the best ways to engage students with digital media, including effective teaching strategies and preand post-activities.

Jennifer Godwin, Deerfield ES

Greg Sánchez, Greg Sanchez Consulting

Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Learning Resources / Tools Applicable Level(s): All

151

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: English

Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Learning Resources / Tools Applicable Level(s): Immersion, ES

2:30 PM - 3:20 PM DeGaulle

154

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Applicable Language(s): Spanish Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: Spanish

2:30 PM - 3:20 PM Narita

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Targeting Pragmatic Competence in Class through Videos

Students in online language classes often report that their courses do not provide enough contact time with the professor or other students in order to work with the skills and content that they have learned. Many Web 2.0 applications can be used in courses at all levels to spark student interest and to help them interact with each other beyond the curriculum offerings. This presentation will offer some examples and guide participants in implementing these applications in their own classes.

Despite years of studying a language in class, students are not always adequately prepared to navigate simple day-to-day encounters with native speakers. This talk discusses how two different teaching methods affect students’ ability to communicate effectively in a foreign language. We will present a classroom-based study exploring whether Mi Vida Loca — the BBC’s online interactive video program that casts the viewer as the main character of a mystery — can increase learners’ pragmatic competence more than traditional paper-based activities.

Sponsor: SEALLT Strand: Learning Resources / Tools Applicable Level(s): HS, Post-secondary, Supervisors

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: French

2:30 PM - 3:20 PM DaVinci II

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Products, Practices, Perspectives: (Re-)Framing Study Abroad

Andrea Eder & Horst Kurz, Georgia Southern University When considering a study abroad program students and parents often only focus on gains such as credits or improvement of language skills, failing to take into account other aspects of such an experience like cultural competency. The presenter(s) will introduce a concept on how this could be remedied while addressing issues such as accountability and assessment. The expectation is that this will lead to an exchange and review of best practices by and for attendees. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Culture Applicable Level(s): Post-secondary

Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): All

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples in: English, German

155

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: Spanish

2:30 PM - 3:20 PM Kennedy

Third Floor

Comprehensible Input Reading Strategies Keith Toda, Brookwood HS

According to Krashen, reading is a key component in language acquisition, but yet we neglect this skill in our world language classrooms. Learn about pre-reading, reading and post-reading strategies using Comprehensible Input (CI) – though this session will address numerous reading techniques in English, all of these strategies can be easily used in any world language classroom. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): All

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: English

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SATURDAY, March 7

152

Errol M. O’Neill, University of Memphis

FRIDAY, March 6

Creating Conversations in Online Classrooms Using Web 2.0

Kelly Davidson Devall, Valdosta State University

THURSDAY, March 5

Make Lessons More Chunky by Writing Simple Songs in the TL!


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2:30 PM - 3:20 PM McCarran

THURSDAY, March 5

156

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Working from Word Walls to Writings

Strategies for utilizing World-Readiness Standards and ACTFL’s crosswalk for the Common Core and Performance Descriptors to redesign course activities and projects reflecting real world language acquisition and usage by novice and intermediate learners. Sample activities and projects with innovative assessment strategies are provided. Participants will interact with examples to develop activities for their classes and to bridge the gap between theory and learner performance in all modes of communication.

Join us for a presentation of how to get your students to write without pulling teeth. Take this journey from known vocabulary pieces to complete written works using videos, songs, and partner work. All languages (including Spanish for Native Speakers) will be given tips and tricks on how to motivate your students through engaging activities that make them write creatively and using real life descriptors.

Rosalie Cheatham, University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): HS, Post-sec

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples in: English, French

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM Shannon I

BEST OF

Atrium Level / 2nd Floor

A Spoonful of Sugar Helps the Common Core Standards Go Down Kayla Watson, Anderson County HS

Best of TFLTA - Highlighting the sweetest, most practical elements of the Common Core Standards to increase student proficiency in World Languages, this session will focus on the meaning and content of CCSS through a look at tried and true, comprehensive units for levels French 1-3. Training by a TN Certified Common Core Coach/practical classroom teacher will offer a unique perspective to raising student reading, writing and language skills. Unit topics: Les Bonbons Sont Bons, La Beauté, Les Sports d’Hiver and La Résistance Française. Sponsor: TFLTA Strand: Learning Resources / Tools Applicable Level(s): HS

SATURDAY, March 7

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM DeGaulle

Enhance Learner Performance and Outcomes Using Common Core

157 FRIDAY, March 6

Third Floor

159

158

BEST OF

Applicable Language(s): French Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: French

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM Shannon II

Atrium Level / 2nd Floor

Using the Reader-Writer’s Notebook in the Language Classroom Kristen Tinch, Bowling Green HS

Best of KWLA - Writing and composition teachers have long employed the Reader-Writer’s Notebook as a place for students to record, experiment, and respond to readings and writings. As a teacher of both English AND Spanish, the workshop coordinator will connect Common Core literacy standards to foreign language teaching. In this workshop, participants will to see a model of this notebook as it is used in a high school foreign language classroom as well as receive rubrics, potential writing prompts, and sample student work. Sponsor: KWLA Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): MS, HS, Post-secondary

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: Spanish

Katherine Conner, Marni Riley, & Sandra Padilla, John McEachern HS

Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): All

160

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples in: French, Spanish

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM DaVinci II

Banquet Level / Lowest Level

Integrating Spanish Language and Literacy Skills

Marta Goodson & Gilbert Lewis, Lake Forest Hills IB School Diversify the Spanish instruction in the elementary classroom by working through a unit that aligns state standards and promote inquiry based learning strategies. Participants will look at authentic reading resources to deliver and convey information in a second language. They will apply the Inquiry Based Learning, the Communicative Approach and Narrative model while design a unit. Since language is effectively learned through authentic contexts and meaningful connections, an emphasis will also be made on the importance of establishing vertical planning. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Program Models Applicable Level(s): ES

161

Applicable Language(s): Spanish Language of Presentation: English, Spanish Examples Provided in: Spanish

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM Lambert

Near Concorde Grill & Bar

Academies? Pathways? Where Do I Fit In?

Lesa Howell, South Gwinnett HS; Jon Valentine, Gwinnett County Public Schools High schools are being reinvented in the 21st century. Multiple opportunities are arising to prepare kids for their future. New terminology and abbreviations can be overwhelming: SREB, HSTW, LDC, PBL, pathways, even “global” has a new meaning. Learn how “outside the core” teachers can fit into College and Career Academies and hear a Spanish teacher share how she wrestled with the concept of World Languages weaving into the fabric of the secondary Common Core curriculum. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Program Models Applicable Level(s): HS

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples in: English, Spanish


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SATURDAY, March 7 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM SeaTac

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EXCLUSIVEMENT POUR PROFESSEURS DE FRANÇAIS

STAGE D’IMMERSION 2015

Third Floor

This session explores suggested activities and strategies, ideas for collaborative work, and high-impact projects for a multi-level language course to meet students’ different needs, interests, and expectations, to optimize instructors’ time and work, and to maximize students’ learning. These components also help increase students’ motivation, and promote their critical thinking and creativity. Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): Post-secondary

Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples in: French, Spanish

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM Kennedy

163

Third Floor

Are you interested in getting an abbreviated version of the second language acquisition (SLA) theories taught to today’s graduates from foreign language education programs, or you just want to revisit the tenets of communicative language teaching? Come to this non-judgmental session! You will also see a brief first-day teaching demonstration of how to make the target language comprehensible to students on their first day of language study. Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: French

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM McCarran

Third Floor

Your inquiry into intercultural issues is bound to have an impact on your lesson plans Workshop conducted exclusively in French

Gabrielle Durden-Coffee, Hall County Schools From fresh ideas on projects to use in your classroom to innovative rubrics and ways to grade them, this session will take teachers through the steps of assigning projects that increase language ability and that students never forget! Applicable Language(s): All Language of Presentation: English Examples Provided in: French

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SATURDAY, March 7

Project Based Learning for Enduring Language Ability

Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Learning Resources / Tools Applicable Level(s): HS

 11 jours à Rennes: cours sur place + excursions aux alentours (Dinan; Dinard; St-Malo; Vannes; Forêt Brocéliande)  Morning seminars on current issues in French culture  Afternoon excursions to places of historic & cultural interest  Lodgings & classes in 4-star hotel in heart of Rennes  Earn 85 professional development hours

FRIDAY, March 6

Paula Garrett-Rucks, Georgia State University

164

Stage intensif d’immersion culturelle & linguistique

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Revisiting Target Language Instruction

Sponsor: SCOLT Strand: Activities and Strategies Applicable Level(s): All

Explore Paris as the Parisiens do….

Federica Goldoni, Georgia Gwinnett College

La Bretagne, France 13-24 juillet 2015

THURSDAY, March 5

Teaching and Learning Languages in a Multi-Level Class

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SCOLT 2015 Presenter Index PRESENTER NAME

Abbott, Marty Abrate, Jayne

Abreu, Laurel

Acosta, Karen

Adams, Martha Dow

Agostinelli, Dr. Christina Allagnon, Stephane

Alley, David

Allison, Sarah Alvis, Vicki

Amores, Maria Antonek, Janis

Ao, Yumin

Arslan, Hana Ash, Rachel

Aubain, Yamileth Babayan, Liana

Baker, Rachel

Baldwin, Leslie

Barrett, Gail Bartley,John

Bautista, Roschelle Bekoff, Brooke

Belbey, Christy

Bell, Barbara

Bell, Fleming

Bensaadoun, Djaouida Benton, Pam

Bermas, Dorie

Bledsoe, Robert

Borum, Shannon

Botero, Christopher G. Braidi, Susan

Breaux, Sonya Britt, Kristy

Brodnax, Holly

Browning, Agnes Carson, Jennifer

Carter, June C. D.

Cessna-Buscemi, Kevin

SESSION ID 007, 050 059 044 067 064 011

W6

Chakir, Mariya 031

Goulette, Elizabeth 090

Cheatham, Rosalie 156

Gunter, Ann Marie 053

Chambless, Krista 139 Chiang, Amy 057

Claus-Nix, Michaela 082, 119

Haight, Carrie 016

Hammond, Sandy W7

Colantonio, Sandra C. 085

Hart, Betsy 014

Cobe, Mara 053

Colmenares-Hancock, Elena 107

097

Connor, Katherine 159

149

Guzzo, Donna W2, 100

Clivaz, Denise 109

081 142

Grant, Mary Alice 141

Combier, Elizabeth 072 Cothrun, Keith 058

Hanahan, Devon 055 Hart, Ellen 033

He, Yunjuan 120

Heard, Edee 010

Hernandez, Ivonne 121

Couet, Ruta 086

Hernรกndez-Laroche, Araceli 024

Cui, Qi 120

Hobgood, Bobby 061

066

Darhower, Mark 034

Howell, Lesa 161

116

Deedy, Carmen Agra 021

097 144

Creekmur, Renata 103

123

Curtis, Nedra 008

117

018 053, 102 W7 106 057

099, W8 075 028

Davis, Susann 092

Devall, Kelly Davidson 016, 151 Dignon, Andrea 060

Dimova, Svetoslava 051, 116 Droms, Laura 076

Durden-Coffee, Gabrielle 164 Earley, Sydney 101 Eder, Andrea 152

067

Egnatz, Linda 112

W7

Feng, Junwei 144

117

Faki, Belita 139

107

Fernandez, Sinforoso 140

147

Fountain, Anne 027

018

Fiengo-Varn, Aurora 023

Hicken, Kylie 088 Holder, Polly 035

Hoyt, Kristin 057

Hubert, Pamela 039

Hutsell, Melanie 076, 116

Jacobsen-McLean, Nadine 146 Jones, Delandris 122

Jones, Norah W4, 013

Kartochian, Sophie 043

Kelly, Caroline Switzer 022, 077 Kempf,Sarah 141

King, Deanne 088

Kosches, Erica 099, W8

Krueck, Mary Ellen 087

Kruger-Robbins, Frank 099, W8

Kuettner, Paul R (Dick) 084

Kurz, Horst 098, 152

Lake, William Michael 071, 118

018

Friedrich, Ellen Lorraine 031

066

Garneau, Luc 124

Ledgerwood, Mikle 078

George, Angela 103

Lemmond, Raegan 004

Goldoni, Federica 162

Lewis, Gilbert 160

149 056, 114 076 145 052 024 032

Garcia, Jesus 025

Garrett-Rucks, Paula 163 Godwin Jennifer 153

Gonzalez-Wright, Esther W7 Goodson, Marta 160

LaValle, Joe 047

Lee, Jeongyi 103

Lemons, Brad 136

Long, Sheri Spaine 019, 092 Lundgaard, Greta 042


50 years of language teaching and learning Maamoun, Eman 117

Riley, Marni 159

Mao, Peijie 120

Risner, Mary 029

Master, Jonathan 143

Roberts, Elizabeth 109

McAlpine, Dave W1

Rogers, Carmen Villegas 074

Meyer, E. Nicole 018

Romero, Inmar 054

Marti, Delia 140

McAllister, Elaine 090 McCarley, Laura 065 Miklosovic,Caroline 123

Tellez, Brigida 057 Terantino, Joe

Rivers, Bill 062

Thomas, Joanne

Robles, Maria J. W2

Toda, Keith

Rogers, Darcy W9

Tracy, Cindy

Valentine, Jon

161

Valdes, Nancy

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The AATF is the largest professional organization in the world for French teachers. We sponsor the Grand Concours, French Honor Society, National French Week and publish the French Review and National Bulletin.

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AATF@FRENCHTEACHERS.ORG http://frenchteachers.org

ACIS Educational Tours

Representative: Kristin McDuffie, Tricia Holda

ACIS Educational Tours is the leader in quality educational travel to Europe, the Americas, Asia, and beyond. In educational travel, every moment matters. Pushing the experience from “good enough” to exceptional is what we do every day. Our mission is to empower educators to introduce their students to the world beyond the classroom and inspire the next generation of global citizens. Travel changes lives. 343 Congress Street Suite 3100 Boston, MA 02210 800-888-2247

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Representative: Jayne Abrate

302 N Granite Street Marion, IL 62959 815-310-0480

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info@acis.com http://www.acis.com

Representatives: Allyson Sicard, Ruth Blackstock

A leader in intercultural learning, AFS-USA offers international exchange programs in more than 40 countries around the world through independent, nonprofit AFS Organizations, each with a volunteer network, professionally staffed office, and headed up by a volunteer board. We’ve been exchanging students for more than 65 years. Six decades of history and experience in international education with an exemplary record of safety, security, and service to students, parents, and educators. 120 Wall St, 4th Floor New York, NY 10005 800-237-4636

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afsgeorgia@gmail.com http://www.afsusa.org

American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese (AATSP)

Representatives: Kelly Scheetz, Tracy Miller

The AATSP is devoted to the promotion of all Hispanic and LusoBrazilian languages, literatures, and cultures through an annual conference, academic publications, national Spanish and Portuguese examinations, student honor societies, and professional development activities. 900 Ladd Road Walled Lake, MI 48390 248-960-2180

AATSPoffice@aatsp.org http://www.aatsp.org


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American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese - Georgia Chapter (AATSP-GA)

Representative: Jana Sandarg, Stan Tucker

Please visit the AATSP GA table and www.aatsp-ga.org to find information about becoming a part of AATSP and AATSP-GA, and how you and your students can participate in the many opportunities for professional and student enrichment. Join us at the AATSP GA meeting Saturday, 11:20-12:00, for door prizes and information on getting yourself and your students involved in the premiere organization for teachers of Spanish and Portuguese and their students. 2473 Fontainebleau Dr. Atlanta, GA 30360 678-591-7928

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sraalvis@bellsouth.net http://www.aatsp-ga.org

American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL)

Representatives: Howie Berman, Marty Abbott

The American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) is dedicated to the improvement and expansion of the teaching and learning of all languages at all levels of instruction. With more than 12,000 language educators and administrators from elementary through graduate education, as well as government and industry, ACTFL focuses on issues that are critical to the growth of both the profession and the individual teacher. 1001 North Fairfax Street Suite 200 Alexandria,VA 22314 703-894-2900

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headquarters@actfl.org http://www.actfl.org

Animals Love Friendship

Representatives: Ivonne Hernandez

Book (English and Spanish) about autism. Book explains the most common characteristics in a “down to earth” manner about ASD to students and adults. Printed art related to the prints on the book made by the author and her 18 years old child diagnosed with autism. 3890 Seven Dials Ct. Marietta, GA 30062 404-307-7085

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idhernandez@animalslovefriendship.com http://www.animalslovefriendship.com

Appalachian State Univ Summer Graduate Institute for Teachers

Representatives: Paula Torriero Pazo, Esther Pellejero Pascual

French and Spanish teachers-- Join us in July in the cool mountains of North Carolina! Our annual Summer Graduate Institute for teachers offers one-, two-, or three-week non-credit options; participants can earn graduate credits by attending all three weeks. The Institute features daily target language lunch tables with interactive classes (morning and afternoon) organized around a weekly theme. Lowcost on-campus housing is arranged in apartments by target language. Weekends free! Dept. of Languages, Literatures and Cultures Box 30263, Sanford Hall 519 moserba@appstate.edu Boone, NC 28608 http://dllc.appstate.edu/graduate/summer-institute 828-262-3095

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Cambridge University Press

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Representative: Cheri Allen, Laura Usselman

Over 400 years of Research, Discovery, and Innovation. Since we published our first book in 1584, Cambridge University has printed materials that enrich teaching, learning, and research. Our brand new Spanish language learning materials build on our experience with second language acquisition, and reinforce our commitment to innovation and learning. 32 Avenue of the Americas New York, NY 10013 212-337-5014

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callen@cambridge.org http://www.cambridge.org

Center for Urban Language Teaching and Research (CULTR)

Representatives: Patricia Nolde, Bill Nichols

The Center for Urban Language Teaching and Research (CULTR) is a Title VI Language Resource Center of the USDOE. CULTR seeks to enhance the opportunities of urban and under-represented students to achieve the language proficiency and cultural competency required for success in the global marketplace. CULTR programs expand student awareness of global opportunities, advocate for language education policy, address L2 teacher retention and support language teachers through workshops. 33 Gilmer Street PO Box 3970 Atlanta, GA 30303 404-413-5980

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cultr@gsu.edu http://www.cultr.gsu.edu

EF Education First

Representative: Rebecca Kubin, Helene Vincent

Our educational philosophy: the best way to help students gain new perspectives and build skills for the future is through experiential learning. As an accredited institution, we partner with educators across the world to create global education programs that blend classroom, digital and experiential learning for students. We offer language immersion tours, service tours, teacher professional development tours, & educational tours. Inspire your students through culturally immersive educational travel! 8 Education Street Cambridge, MA 02141 800-637-8222

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rebecca.kubin@ef.com http://www.eftours.com

EMC Publishing

Representative: Derrick Ward, Jennifer Slobodian

Discover. Expand. Perform. EMC Languages (EMCL) is a dynamic learning environment designed to drive educator effectiveness and student fluency in K-12 language classrooms. Ask about FLIPGRID, PASSPORT and iCULTURE! Learn about T’es branché? our new 4-level French program and featuring programs for Spanish, German, Chinese, Italian, and Arabic. 875 Montreal Way St. Paul, MN 55102 800-328-1452

educate@emcp.com http://www.emcschool.com


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Foreign Language Association of Georgia (FLAG)

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Representative: Joe Frank Uriz

FLAG (Foreign Language Association of Georgia) is the official organization for language educators and advocates in Georgia. Its mission is to facilitate communication among the state’s language professionals, to provide services to its members, to advocate for language education, and to develop and disseminate information related to language education. FLAG strives to improve and foster the teaching of languages and cultures at all levels throughout the state. P.O. Box 734 Griffin, GA 30224 770-468-3396

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eyofme@aol.com http://www.flageorgia.org

Gwinnett County Public Schools

Representative: Jon Valentine, Patrice Pendergast

Gwinnett County Public Schools, located in metro Atlanta, is the largest school system in Georgia and 13th largest in the nation, with more than 173,000 students. This year, GCPS piloted a Dual Language Immersion Program in three of our elementary schools. Gwinnett County Public Schools is a three time finalist for the Broad Prize of Urban Education (2009, 2010 and 2014) and winner of the 2010 and 2014 Broad Prize. 437 Old Peachtree Road, NW Suwanee, GA 30024 678-301-6000

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Patrice_Pendergast@gwinnett.k12.ga.us http://www.gwinnett.k12.ga.us

Intercultural Student Experiences (ISE)

Representative: Katie Henly

Coordination of teacher and student short-term educational travel and immersion programs abroad, with or without volunteer family stay; family immersion travel for elementary immersion students and a family member, with volunteer family stay; and short-term hosting of international students in the United States. 129 North 2nd St., Suite 102 Minneapolis, MN 55401 612-436-8268

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dan@isemn.org http://www.isemn.org

International Charter School of Atlanta

Representative: Rick White, Michael Gray

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Klett-Langenscheidt

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Representative: Dagmar Schalliol

Klett-Langenscheidt offers high school and college textbook series for beginning, intermediate and advanced German instruction as well as material for Business German, culture (D-A-CH), grammar, vocabulary building, and pronunciation practice. The material is correlated both to the U.S. and European Standards. 6957 W. North Ave. Oak Park, IL 60302 800-458-1226

info@klett-langenscheidt.com http://www.klett-langenscheidt.com

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Representative: George Rietz

What would possess an 8th grade boy to write 3,700 sentences in 38 days...in Latin? Why would students play on our education site during school vacations? Why would a class of 7th graders cheer when given a writing assignment? Why would a 7-year-old girl choose Linguachet over video games? Learning Engines believes that students really do love challenges and that teachers really know the way. We innovate to empower both. info@linguachet.com http://linguachet.com

P.O. Box 431 Franklin, TN 37064

National Geographic Learning | Cengage Learning

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Representative: Fred Sprouse, Ashley Pierotti

National Geographic Learning, a part of Cengage Learning, provides quality PreK-12, Academic, and Adult Education instructional solutions for reading, writing, science, social studies, ESL/ELD, Spanish/Dual language, Advanced & Electives, Career & Technical Education, and Professional Development. National Geographic Learning | Cengage Learning

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SchoolCustomerService@cengage.com http://ngl.cengage.com

Network of Business Language Educators at the University of Florida

Representative: Mary Risner

The International Charter School of Atlanta (ICSAtlanta) is a statewide dual-language immersion K-4th grade public charter school featuring French, German, Mandarin, and Spanish. The first of its kind in the state of Georgia, ICSAtlanta will add a grade every year through 12th grade. Our vision is to develop bilingual and culturally astute leaders who will thrive in an increasingly global world and leave a legacy for those who come afterward.

Since 2009, NOBLE brings together K-16 educators interested in curriculum and program development that integrate the study of foreign language and culture across disciplines, particularly professional schools and career academies. NOBLE works with educators and industry professionals on inter-disciplinary initiatives that promote realworld connections in the classrooms and fosters innovative teaching and learning approaches that prepare students for the 21st century global workplace.

2725 Brookside Court Alpharetta, GA 30004 678-667-7324

319 Grinter Hall Gainesville, FL 32611 352-273-4723

Marisa.Kashapov@ICSAtlanta.org http://www.ICSAtlanta.org

mrisner@latam.ufl.edu http://www.nble.org


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Pearson is working to create real results that break through the challenges in education today. We partner with educators to deliver new personalized ways of learning through effective, scalable assessment, instructional tools, services, and technologies. We help individuals improve learning outcomes and achieve their own definitions of success. david.wilson1@pearson.com http://Pearsonschool.com

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Prometour

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Representative: Heather Smith

Authentic customized tours, language immersion and exchange programs. heather@prometour.eu http://www.prometour.com

1339 St-Paul East Montreal, Quebec H2Y 1H3

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Representative: Chris Howell

The Pulsera Project is a non-profit organization that educates, empowers, and connects Nicaraguan youth with students in more than 800 US schools through the sale of colorful, hand-woven bracelets, or ““pulseras”” in Spanish. 1153 Quail Dr Charleston, SC 29412 479-264-9695

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pulseraproject@gmail.com http://www.pulseraproject.org

Real Language right away

Representatives: Denise Clivaz, Elizabeth Roberts

The REAL LANGUAGE right away program is a unique communicative approach for beginner language students. This method allows students to have a meaningful exchange in the target language right away. Accessible to a wide variety of learners, students find it rewarding to use authentic language so quickly! Schools around the country have adopted the Real Language right away curriculum, and private instructors find it an invaluable resource. PO Box 576 Downers Grove, IL 60515

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hippocampepublications@gmail.com http://www.reallanguagerightaway.com

Rubina’s Adornments

Representatives: Anna Prather-Weber, Vicki Weber

AN ITALIAN JEWELRY EXPERIENCE. Let us adorn you with hand-designed and hand-crafted Italian jewelry in the amazing style worn by discerning peoples of centuries ago. RUBINA’S ADORNMENTS are designed to provide you with the look and thrill of solid 24K gold. 1504 Montpelier Court Norfolk, VA 23509 757-623-4246

Sanako Language Labs

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Representative: David Wilson

1900 E. Lake Ave Glenview, IL 60025 423-599-8703

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Representatives: Daniel Maaske, Chloe Holdren

As the global leader in teacher-led language learning environments, Sanako has worked closely with customers for over 50 years to provide personalized solutions that inspire exceptional results and improve communication. Sanako’s products include software and hardware‐ based digital language labs, hybrid and BYOD solutions, and flexible content integration. With more than 30,000 installations in over 100 countries worldwide, Sanako solutions suit a variety of classroom, mobile, virtual, and distance learning environments. 207 Amelia Lane Peachtree City, GA 30269 888-611-4785

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info-US@sanako.com http://www.sanako-US.com

SANS Inc. 21st Century Technology for Language Learning

Representative: Mark Goodin, Stella Derum

Engage students interactively, provide individualized learning, build confidence in communicating, and develop 21st century skills. SANS technologies for world language programs help to increase student target language production, and include teaching tools to easily review, assess, and give your students feedback. Sony Virtuoso™ networked language lab technology for wired/wireless classrooms and the SANSSpace™ virtual platform give schools flexible options to meet budgetary and teaching goals. Let’s start the discussion today. 10 White Wood Lane North Branford, CT 06471 877-285-7729

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moreinfo@sansinc.com http://www.sansinc.com

Santillana USA Publishing

Representative: George Melendez, Anna Rowen

Santillana offers the largest selection of culturally authentic K-12 Spanish resources: instructional programs, children’s and young adult books, reference materials, and professional development. We collaborate with Santillana offices worldwide to bring teachers and students the best in Spanish language and culture. 2023 NW 84 AV Doral, FL 33122 305-591-9522

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arowen@santillanausa.com http://www.santillanausa.com

SEALLT

Representatives: Stacey Powell, Raegan Lemmond

As a regional group of IALLT, SEALLT strives to support language educators in the 5-state area with information and assistance regarding technology equipment, supplies, vendors, apps, Web resources, operating policies and procedures, trends and research, and implementation. Please stop by our Technology Corner in the Exhibit Hall with any questions you may have. If we don’t have an answer for you, we will connect you with someone who does! 200 BB Comer Box 870246 Tuscaloosa, AL 35487 256-749-7381

rlemmond@gmail.com http://www.iallt.org/


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Southern Conference on Language Teaching (SCOLT)

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Representatives: David Jahner

The mission of the Southern Conference on Language Teaching is the advancement of the study of modern and classical languages and their literatures and cultures at all levels of instruction. Stop by to visit our Silent Auction! P.O. Box 33615 Decatur, GA 30033 404-290-1942

scoltdj@gmail.com http://www.scolt.org

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Representatives: Yona Smith, Linda Justavino Resources that enliven the Spanish classroom with pictures and interactive grammar. We help your students visualize the language and structure, making Spanish seem a whole lot easier and FUN! Stop by our booth for a free sample of our resources. spanishresourceshop@gmail.com http://spanishresourceshop.com

Winter Park, FL 32792

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Stevens Learning Systems Inc.

Representatives: Jamie Hincemon

Inspired by our customers’ needs, Stevens Learning Systems assimilates instructional technology with classroom teaching through continuous training and support, and workshops presented by a leading language educator on standards-based curriculum, performance-based assessments and rubric design. Not just another language/learning lab company, Stevens Learning Systems Inc. has assessed and then met the needs of the World Language educator in the teaching classroom. 4034 Enterprise Way Suite 130 Flowery Branch, GA 30542 800-445-7203

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Jamie@SLSILabs.com http://nowebsiteyet.org

Where will world languages take you? Today’s students are preparing for a world where inter-cultural communication is a necessary part of everyday life. Here at Vista Higher Learning, we develop innovative digital and print solutions to connect the world through language and culture. 500 Boylston Street, Suite 620 Boston, MA 02116 800-618-7375

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ssantoro@vistahigherlearning.com http://www.vistahigherlearning.com

Wayside Publishing

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Representatives: Michelle Sherwood, Greg Greuel

Wayside Publishing is dedicated to creating innovative and engaging teaching materials for the evolving classroom. Founded in 1988, Wayside Publishing has a proven history of delivering the highest quality textbooks with personalized service. We continue that tradition today with a new emphasis on technological materials for modern students. 50 Downeast Drive Yarmouth, ME 04096 888-302-2519

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sales@waysidepublishing.com http://www.waysidepublishing.com

World of Reading, Ltd.

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Representative: Cindy Tracy, Patrick Tracy

Since 1989, World of Reading, Ltd. has offered the largest variety of Foreign Language and ESL materials - Software, DVDs, Audio CDs, Tshirts, Games and Books - over 100 languages – all at discounted prices, for ages 0-99. We have found great products for learning another language and for learning IN another language. Visit us online at www.wor.com – call or email for objective recommendations for YOUR needs. P.O. Box 13092 Atlanta, GA 30324 404-233-4042

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polyglot@wor.com http://www.wor.com

Worldstrides International Discovery

Representative: Denise Ritchie

Representative: John Wilson

The Center for Global Engagement is the University of North Georgia’s connection to the world. The CGE is home to International Student and Scholar Services, Study Abroad Services, the Federal Service Language Academy, Military International Programs, International Internships, and International Partnerships. All these sectors operate with the focus of providing international learning opportunities to the UNG students and faculty who desire to enhance their cross-cultural perspectives and global understanding. 82 College Circle Dahlonega, GA 30597 706-867-2844

Representative: Steve Santoro

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john.wilson@ung.edu http://ung.edu/global-engagement/index.php

Worldstrides International Discovery has been operating educational travel services for adult and student tour groups for over 30 years. International Discovery differentiates itself from other educational tour operators by having a unique educational travel structure, as well as clearly defined touring and travel philosophies. 32 N Augusta St Staunton, VA 24401 800-522-2398

deniser@worldstridesdiscovery.org http://www.educationaltravel.com


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