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G02 What’s Trending in Language Learning?: Table Visits with the California Teachers of the Year (Part 1)

Saturday March 8, 2025 11:15am - 12:00pm PST

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What's trending in language learning for California’s ACTFL Teachers of the Year and SWCOLT Finalists? Come participate in an interactive session where the TOYs will discuss topics of personal interest related to language learning with small groups, giving you the opportunity to visit several stations during the session. Leave with new ideas for instruction, advocacy, and professional engagement.

Presenters

Cecile Nedellec

Coordinator, SAILN

Ying Jin

Teacher, Cupertino High School

Christine Lanphere

Iman Hashem

Director, Loyola Marymount World Language Project

Iman Arabi-Katbi Hashem, MADirector, Loyola Marymount World Language Project (LMWLP)Director, Southern CA Arabic Teacher Council (SCATC)Arabic Language Instructor, CSULBIndependent ConsultantIman Arabi-Katbi Hashem is the 2019 California World Language Teacher of the Year and the... Read More →

Saturday March 8, 2025 11:15am - 12:00pm PST
Brickstones

Interest Session

Major Focus Framework, Global Competence
Appropriate Level All Levels
Language Focus All languages
Session conducted in: English

11:15am PST

G04 Leveraging the Seal of Biliteracy and Biliteracy Pathway Awards to Inspire Students in World Language Programs

Saturday March 8, 2025 11:15am - 12:00pm PST

Shutters West 1

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In this interactive session, we will explore how to leverage the Seal of Biliteracy and Biliteracy Recognitions to motivate students to continue learning languages. We will review requirements and assessments for the Seal, and explore ideas and resources for implementation of the program and for creating a campaign to publicize it at your school.

Presenters

Eva Pando Solís

Richard Romero

Saturday March 8, 2025 11:15am - 12:00pm PST
Shutters West 1

Interest Session

Major Focus Global Competence
Appropriate Level Elementary (K-8) & Secondary (9-12)
Language Focus All languages
Session conducted in: English

11:15am PST

G07 Promoting Global Competence: Innovative Resources for Teaching Language, Literacy

Saturday March 8, 2025 11:15am - 12:00pm PST

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EXHIBITOR SESSION: Are you a world language teacher looking for free open resources for your classroom? Come learn about all the various (mostly free) resources that The Center for Educational Resources in Culture, Language and Literacy (CERCLL) has to offer and learn strategies and brainstorm ideas with colleagues to incorporate them into your classroom.

Saturday March 8, 2025 11:15am - 12:00pm PST
Courtyard 1

Interest Session

Major Focus Virtual Learning, Global Competence
Appropriate Level All Levels
Language Focus All languages
Session conducted in: English

11:15am PST

G08 How to apply Krashen's theories in the classroom

Saturday March 8, 2025 11:15am - 12:00pm PST

Shutters East 1

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How do Krashen's theories apply to global connectedness through language and culture in YOUR classroom? Let's explore Krashen's theories of Language Acquisition. We will delve into specific classroom practices and discuss which ones are the most beneficial, and how to modify class activities to be in line with the research. Teaching resources will be provided.

Presenters

Beth Wasserzieher

French teacher, World Language Dept Chair, CLTA Advocacy committee, Foothill High School

I teach French at Foothill High School in Bakersfield, CA.

Saturday March 8, 2025 11:15am - 12:00pm PST
Shutters East 1

Interest Session

Major Focus Global Competence, Social Justice
Appropriate Level All Levels
Language Focus All languages
Session conducted in: English

2:00pm PST

H03 Articulating a Global Vision Through Virtual Intercultural Exchanges: Experiences from the Two Shores Project (Part 1)

Saturday March 8, 2025 2:00pm - 2:45pm PST

Shutters West 1

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Learn about SDCOE’s Two Shores Intercultural Exchange Project from the teachers participating in the program. Be energized as you hear about their amazing activities and their students’ experiences connecting across the globe. See global competence in action and leave with ideas for implementing this innovative work in your school or district.

Presenters

Rizalyn Cruz

World Language Teacher, Otay Ranch High School

Hi! I am a Filipino Language teacher and I teach all levels of Filipino at my school. I am also the president of the Council for Teaching Filipino Language and Culture (CTFLC) and a member of the Leadership Team of Foreign Language Council of San Diego (FLCSD), an affiliate of CLTA... Read More →

Amparo Valdivia

Jacqueline McVicar

Saturday March 8, 2025 2:00pm - 2:45pm PST
Shutters West 1

Interest Session

Major Focus Global Competence, Communication Standards
Appropriate Level All Levels
Language Focus All languages
Session conducted in: English

2:00pm PST

H08 Culturally Immersive Field Trips in the World Languages Classroom Using VR Headsets and the Peace Corps WorldWise Handbook

Saturday March 8, 2025 2:00pm - 2:45pm PST

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Virtual Reality field trips enhance and transform the student-experience of cultural immersion. Using the Wander App with an Oculus headset, explore locations for your class, then develop a template for synchronous and asynchronous applications to existing modules to deepen engagement and discussions focused on intercultural competence based on the Peace Corps Worldwise handbook.

Presenters

Lauren Van Arsdall

French Teacher, Flintridge Preparatory School

Standards Based Grading, Hands-On Learning, Virtual Reality Headsets for Field Trips/Wander App, Intercultural Competence, Peace Corps WorldWise Classroom Training

Saturday March 8, 2025 2:00pm - 2:45pm PST
Loft 2

Interest Session

Major Focus Virtual Learning, Global Competence
Appropriate Level Elementary (K-8) & Secondary (9-12)
Language Focus All languages
Session conducted in: English

2:00pm PST

H10 From Words to Action: Addressing the UN Sustainable Development Goals in the World Language Classroom

Saturday March 8, 2025 2:00pm - 2:45pm PST

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This interactive presentation helps world language educators effectively integrate the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into their teaching. Participants will explore innovative strategies for using real-world topics to enrich language learning, foster global awareness and social responsibility, and leave with ready-to-use activities to make language learning impactful and relevant.

Presenters

Ying Jin

Teacher, Cupertino High School

Saturday March 8, 2025 2:00pm - 2:45pm PST
Courtyard 1

Interest Session

Major Focus Global Competence
Appropriate Level All Levels
Language Focus All languages
Session conducted in: English

3:00pm PST

I03 Articulating a Global Vision Through Virtual Intercultural Exchanges: Experiences from the Two Shores Project (Part 2)

Saturday March 8, 2025 3:00pm - 3:45pm PST

Shutters West 1

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Learn about SDCOE’s Two Shores Intercultural Exchange Project from the teachers participating in the program. Be energized as you hear about their amazing activities and their students’ experiences connecting across the globe. See global competence in action and leave with ideas for implementing this innovative work in your school or district.

Presenters

Rizalyn Cruz

World Language Teacher, Otay Ranch High School

Hi! I am a Filipino Language teacher and I teach all levels of Filipino at my school. I am also the president of the Council for Teaching Filipino Language and Culture (CTFLC) and a member of the Leadership Team of Foreign Language Council of San Diego (FLCSD), an affiliate of CLTA... Read More →

Amparo Valdivia

Jacqueline McVicar

Saturday March 8, 2025 3:00pm - 3:45pm PST
Shutters West 1

Interest Session

Major Focus Global Competence, Communication Standards
Appropriate Level All Levels
Language Focus All languages
Session conducted in: English

3:00pm PST

I04 ¡Viva Fuera del Libro!

Saturday March 8, 2025 3:00pm - 3:45pm PST

Shutters East 2

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EXHIBITOR SESSION: Let's explore the latest, authentic resources for novice, intermediate and heritage learners! Learn proficiency-driven practices that foster language and cultural competencies. Take away engaging strategies to integrate the modes and empower your learners. We will share up-to-date, digital content and scaffolding approaches for group, whole class instruction and individual guided practice.

Presenters

Ken Stewart

Duke University, Lingco

Duke University Spanish Instructor; world language consultant, avid traveler, global citizenLingco is an adaptive language learning platform for schools. It provides a library of up to date, proficiency-based content, and all of the tools to build, assign, and grade tasks and track... Read More →

Saturday March 8, 2025 3:00pm - 3:45pm PST
Shutters East 2

Interest Session

Major Focus Global Competence, Communication Standards
Appropriate Level Secondary (9-12)
Language Focus Spanish
Session conducted in: English

3:00pm PST

I07 Elevate Your Summer: Paid Travel and Professional Development as a CIEE Program Leader

Saturday March 8, 2025 3:00pm - 3:45pm PST

Shutters East 1

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EXHIBITOR SESSION: Interested in a paid summer position that allows you to travel and provides free professional development? Come learn how you can make a difference in the lives of high school study abroad participants while gaining valuable intercultural and experiential learning training. You’ll get the inside scoop from a panel of experienced program leaders and hear how they grew professionally.

Presenters

Stephen Bush

Regional Director, Global Navigator Programs, CIEE

Sponsors

Stephen Bush

Regional Director, Global Navigator Programs, CIEE

Saturday March 8, 2025 3:00pm - 3:45pm PST
Shutters East 1

Interest Session

Major Focus Global Competence, Cultures Standards
Appropriate Level All Levels
Language Focus All languages
Session conducted in: English

4:45pm PST

J02 Advocate and Elevate!

Saturday March 8, 2025 4:45pm - 5:30pm PST

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How do you get people talking about your program? Come and learn how to elevate your World Language Program by advocating for its best elements. Our goal is to help your program shine so that the whole “town's” talking about it.

Presenters

Jon Hinthorne

High School Spanish Teacher, Central Coast New Tech High SChool

Spanish 1, 2, and 3 High School CI and PBLL teacher on the Central Coast at New Tech High School in Nipomo.

Ann Jordan

Saturday March 8, 2025 4:45pm - 5:30pm PST
Courtyard 1

Interest Session

Major Focus Global Competence
Appropriate Level All Levels
Language Focus All languages
Session conducted in: English

4:45pm PST

J04 Global Connections in the French Classroom: Including Haitian Voices to Break Stereotypes

Saturday March 8, 2025 4:45pm - 5:30pm PST

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Are you interested in broadening your French curriculum by including Haitian culture and helping students break stereotypes? Haiti’s history has often been erased, and the media have mainly reduced Haiti to a country plagued by poverty and chaos, but the French classroom is the ideal place to change this narrative by including Haitian voices.

Presenters

Laurence Clerfeuille

Saturday March 8, 2025 4:45pm - 5:30pm PST
Loft 1

Interest Session

Major Focus Global Competence
Appropriate Level Secondary (9-12) & College/University
Language Focus French
Session conducted in: Target Language

4:45pm PST

J05 Mythical and Historical Mexican Women

Saturday March 8, 2025 4:45pm - 5:30pm PST

Shutters East 2

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In this session, participants will explore the integration of influential historical and mythical Mexican women into their lessons. We’ll examine the cultural, social, and historical contexts that shaped these women’s lives and explore their lasting impact on Mexican culture. This session celebrates the resilience, creativity, and empowerment embodied by these legendary figures.

Presenters

Elizabeth Cisneros

UC Merced

Saturday March 8, 2025 4:45pm - 5:30pm PST
Shutters East 2

Interest Session

Major Focus Global Competence, Social Justice
Appropriate Level Secondary (9-12) & College/University
Language Focus Spanish
Session conducted in: Target Language

4:45pm PST

J07 Cultivating a Global Mindset for a Connected World (Part 1)

Saturday March 8, 2025 4:45pm - 5:30pm PST

Shutters West 2

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What does it mean to be globally competent in a world language classroom and beyond? Through two domains of the Global Competence framework, this interactive session will explore how to investigate the world and recognize perspectives and help educators integrate these concepts into classroom practices to enhance students' cultural understanding.

Presenters

Stefanie Fan

Cupertino High School

Jie Bai

Cupertino High School

Saturday March 8, 2025 4:45pm - 5:30pm PST
Shutters West 2

Interest Session

Major Focus Global Competence, Social Justice
Appropriate Level Secondary (9-12)
Language Focus All languages
Session conducted in: English

4:45pm PST

J10 Back to the basics: get your students moving with Total Physical Response (TPR).

Saturday March 8, 2025 4:45pm - 5:30pm PST

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Have you ever wondered how to use TPR for more than just 10 minutes of class? In this interactive session you will learn and experience the many different ways to use TPR in an acquisition driven classroom and how to get your students excited about language learning from day one. Examples will be given in German, but strategies are applicable for all languages.

Presenters

Antje Peterie

German Teacher, Millikan High School

I am a very passionate Comprehensible-Input-German teacher.

Saturday March 8, 2025 4:45pm - 5:30pm PST
Loft 2

Interest Session

Major Focus Global Competence, Communication Standards
Appropriate Level Secondary (9-12)
Language Focus All languages
Session conducted in: English

5:45pm PST

K03 Third Convening of the San Diego County Network Of World Languages Educators (SDC NOWLEDGE)

Saturday March 8, 2025 5:45pm - 6:30pm PST

Shutters West 1

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Attention San Diego County world languages educators! Join the third convening of the San Diego County Network of World Languages Educators Dedicated to Global Equity (SDC NOWLEDGE) organized by SDCOE. Learn, network and leverage the collective knowledge and capacity of our colleagues across the county. Coffee and snacks will be provided.

Presenters

Eva Pando Solís

Richard Romero

Saturday March 8, 2025 5:45pm - 6:30pm PST
Shutters West 1

Interest Session

Major Focus Framework, Global Competence
Appropriate Level All Levels
Language Focus All languages
Session conducted in: English

5:45pm PST

K04 Simple and powerful meditation strategies that promote global connectedness and foster student and teacher wellbeing

Saturday March 8, 2025 5:45pm - 6:30pm PST

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Learn breath-based meditation practices to help students center and ground themselves in order to take action in a globally connected world. Participants will understand the intersections between the Global Competence, SEL, DEI and CA WL Standards. Participants will gain skills for honoring linguistic and cultural heritage and prioritizing rest.

Presenters

Margaret Petersen

Christine Lanphere

Liz Matchett

Executive Director, CLTA

Saturday March 8, 2025 5:45pm - 6:30pm PST
Brickstones

Interest Session

Major Focus Global Competence, SEL
Appropriate Level All Levels
Language Focus All languages
Session conducted in: English

5:45pm PST

K05 Aligning Your Curriculum: The “How To” Manual for Developing a Systemic Localized Curriculum and Getting Everyone on Board

Saturday March 8, 2025 5:45pm - 6:30pm PST

Shutters East 1

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Looking to develop a systemic curriculum and align your program’s goals? This session explores integrating basic and advanced Chinese curricula through a year-long university project. Engage in brainstorming and group discussions to create a localized curriculum suited to your institution. Share strategies to align curricula and enhance program design for effective language instruction.

Presenters

Hsiao Yun Liao

University of Southern Cailfornia

Yi-Hsien Liu

Saturday March 8, 2025 5:45pm - 6:30pm PST
Shutters East 1

Interest Session

Major Focus Global Competence
Appropriate Level Secondary (9-12) & College/University
Language Focus All languages
Session conducted in: English

5:45pm PST

K07 Cultivating a Global Mindset for a Connected World (Part 2)

Saturday March 8, 2025 5:45pm - 6:30pm PST

Shutters West 2

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What does it mean to be globally competent in a world language classroom and beyond? This interest session will address two of the four domains of the Global Competence framework for classroom practice. Investigating the world and recognizing perspectives are the focus of practical instructional strategies, real classroom examples, and collaborative activities designed to deepen understanding.

Presenters

Ying Jin

Teacher, Cupertino High School

Freya Li

Saturday March 8, 2025 5:45pm - 6:30pm PST
Shutters West 2

Interest Session

Major Focus Global Competence, Communication Standards
Appropriate Level All Levels
Language Focus All languages
Session conducted in: English

5:45pm PST

K10 Global Connectedness Through Spanish Literature

Saturday March 8, 2025 5:45pm - 6:30pm PST

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Did you know that there is exciting use for realia in literature class? Come learn how to use authentic materials to elucidate the texts and bring the literature to life in your classroom. The presenter received a CLTA travel grant to Salamanca this summer and will share her insights for making your Spanish literature class engaging. Learn to apply for the CLTA grants so that you can travel too!

Presenters

Mar Torres

Saturday March 8, 2025 5:45pm - 6:30pm PST
Courtyard 1

Interest Session

Major Focus Global Competence
Appropriate Level College/University
Language Focus Spanish
Session conducted in: Target Language