Educating Transnational Students: Languages and Identities across Borders
This webinar examines the challenges and opportunities that multilingual, transnational students encounter in U.S. schools.
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English Learners and Effective Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) Strategies
English Learners and Effective Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) Strategies – CAL Solutions November 7, 14, 21, and 28, 2023 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.
CAL’s 8 Fundamental Principles of Effective Adult English Language Instruction
Unlock the power of effective adult language instruction! Calling all passionate educators! Elevate your teaching skills and inspire your adult English learners with two FREE webinars exploring CAL’s Eight Fundamental Principles of Effective Adult Language Education. ⭐️ Webinar 1: Principles 1–4 Nov 9,2023 | 3:00–3:45 PM Discover strategies for adult language instruction, including learner-centeredness, leveraging ... Read more
Language and Literacy Instruction for Spanish/English Emergent Bilingual Learners
Language and Literacy Instruction for Spanish/English Emergent Bilingual Learners – CAL Solutions November 13–16 and 20–21, 2023 Language and Literacy Instruction for Spanish/English Emergent Bilingual Learners: Linguistic Differences between Spanish and English and their Impact on Language and Literacy Instruction
CAL’s 8 Fundamental Principles of Effective Adult English Language Instruction
Unlock the power of effective adult language instruction! Adult language education instructors, register now for TWO free webinars to elevate your teaching skills. Inspire your adult learners with techniques from CAL's 8 Fundamental Principles of Effective Adult Language Education. ⭐️ Webinar 2: Principles 5–8 Nov 16, 2023 | 3:00–3:45 PM Enhance your teaching with insights ... Read more
Newcomers in Your School: Cultural Connections and Instructional Strategies
Newcomers in Your School: Cultural Connections and Instructional Strategies – CAL Solutions December 4, 11 and 18, 2023 Learn effective strategies and activities to increase your newcomer students’ inclusion and learning in the classroom.
Indigenous Language Reclamation
This webinar will provide an overview of initiatives in the area of Indigenous language reclamation. Panelists will share about research projects and programs designed to support Indigenous children in connecting to language, heritage, and culture. Webinar attendees will hear about what Indigenous-led research says about intergenerational language learning, land-based pedagogy, and the importance of Indigenous ... Read more
CAL SIOP Training of Trainers Institute: Advanced Coaching Strategies
January 4, 11, 18, and 25, 2024 Learn effective strategies for providing job-embedded support for teachers implementing the Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol (SIOP) Model in your schools. Please join us for this engaging online version of our 2024 CAL SIOP TOT. CAL SIOP Training of Trainers Institute: Advanced Coaching Strategies
CAL SIOP for Dual Language Programs: Developing Academic Language and Content in Two Languages
January 9–11 and January 16–18, 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 Dual Language Programs: Developing Academic Language ... Read more
Teaching Reading to Students Learning English: Direct Strategies
February 14, 21, and 28, 2024 Learn effective strategies and activities to develop English learners’ literacy skills as they develop greater language proficiency. Please join us at this three-day virtual Direct Strategies Institute based on CAL’s widely used What’s Different About Teaching Reading to Students Learning English? professional development program. The training will provide participants ... Read more
Spanish Language and Literacy Institute (en español)
March 11–14 and 18 & 19, 2024 Taller de lengua y lectoescritura en español | Spanish Language and Literacy Institute (¡en español!) Cómo fomentar el desarrollo de la lectoescritura en español: Diferencias lingüísticas entre el español y el inglés y su impacto en la enseñanza del español | Fostering Spanish Language and Literacy Development Aprenda ... Read more
Teaching Multilingual Learners with Generative AI: Affordances, Limitations, and Policy Implications
TITLE: Teaching Multilingual Learners with Generative AI: Affordances, Limitations, and Policy Implications DATE: March 12, 2024 TIME: 4:00–4:30 p.m. Eastern Standard Time REGISTER HERE DETAILS: This webinar explores how teachers can use generative artificial intelligence (GAI) to maximize access to content and agency in literacy learning for multilingual learners (MLs). Join CAL Board member Ester de Jong of the ... Read more
