Constructing a formative assessment with multilingual student and family users: An innovative focus group protocol Conference Dates: April 11–14, 2024 Presenters: Dr. Keira Ballantyne, Center for Applied Linguistics Ivanna Mann Thrower Anderson, North Carolina Department of Public Instruction Dr. Amy Burden, Center for Applied Linguistics Brittany York, Center for Applied Linguistics We will report on ... Read more
Integrating MST Simulation Factors into Automated Test Assembly Presenters: Yu Lan Su, Center for Applied Linguistics Hong Chen, University of Iowa Enhancing Test Security: Utilizing Parallel MST Pools for Effective MST Panel Assembly Presenters: Yu Lan Su, Center for Applied Linguistics Hong Chen, University of Iowa Evaluation of Vertical Scaling for the Alternate English Language ... Read more
Exploring the relationship between oral proficiency test scores and external language proficiency measures (Poster) Presenters: Yage Leah Guo Elyssa Wen Sun Reshmi Kumpakha Leslie Fink Rachel Myers Integrating Increased Rigor in Effective Adult ESL Speaking Assessment Task Design Presenters: Elyssa Wen Sun Kristine Nugent Design of an Oral Proficiency Assessment Presenters: Yage Leah Guo ... Read more
April 22–25 and 29 & 30, 2024 Language and Literacy Instruction for Spanish/English Emergent Bilingual Learners: Linguistic Differences between Spanish and English and Their Impact on Language and Literacy Instruction Language and Literacy Instruction for Spanish/English Emergent Bilingual Learners
May 1, 8 and 15, 2024 Learn effective strategies and activities to increase your newcomer students’ inclusion and learning in the classroom. Newcomers in Your School: Cultural Connections and Instructional Strategies
Monday–Thursday, May 13–16, and Monday & Tuesday, May 20 & 21, 2024 (six two-hour sessions) Foundations of CAL SIOP for Dual Language Programs: Developing Academic Language and Content in Two Languages Learn SIOP methods for meeting the three pillars of dual language education: bilingualism and biliteracy, high academic achievement, and sociocultural competence! CAL SIOP for ... Read more
TITLE: Teaching Integration: Language Education for Immigrant Adults DATE: May 14, 2024 TIME: 4:00–4:30 p.m. Eastern Standard Time REGISTER HERE DETAILS: This webinar will explore the impact of digital environments on adult immigrants' language learning and the challenges faced by multilingual individuals in these settings. Jen Vanek, Director of Digital Learning and Research at World Education, Inc., will ... Read more
June 3 & 4, and June 6, 2024 Taller de lengua y lectoescritura en español. Cómo fomentar el desarrollo de la lectoescritura en español: Diferencias lingüÃsticas entre el español y el inglés y su impacto en la enseñanza del español. Participants will learn research-based strategies for effective literacy instruction in programs where content is delivered ... Read more
July 11, 18, 25, and August 1, 2024 Learn to distinguish between typical second language development and the needs of students who may demonstrate academic difficulties or possible disabilities and develop a proactive plan for effective classroom interventions to promote student success. English Learners and Effective Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) Strategies
August 6–8, 2024, 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time, with a one-hour break each day Learn how to enhance or develop your dual language program based on the seven research-based strands of effective dual language education in the Guiding Principles. Sign on with your leadership team and work collaboratively to make your dual language ... Read more
August 14, 21 and 28, 2024 Learn effective strategies and activities to increase your newcomer students’ inclusion and learning in the classroom. Newcomers in Your School: Cultural Connections and Instructional Strategies
September 9, 16, 23, and 30, 2024 Improve your understanding and application of the Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol (SIOP) Model to support classroom instruction for multilingual learners in your school or district. Join us for an engaging online version of our CAL SIOP Overview. CAL SIOP Overview
