Submitted by Beth Kautz:
Teacher Tools for Second Language Acquisition:
Developing Learner Language in the Classroom
Saturday, April 27, 2013
9 a.m. - noon
University International Center
331 17th Ave S.E., Minneapolis
9 a.m. - noon
University International Center
331 17th Ave S.E., Minneapolis
Are you ever frustrated that your students aren't learning what you are teaching?
Do you wish you had more tools to boost your students' second language acquisition?
In this fun workshop, you will find out how focusing on 'learner language' can get your students to do more with their second language that you might have thought possible. You will look at three key dimensions of learner language development in the classroom: accuracy, complexity and fluency. Then you'll explore ways to nurture the development of all three dimensions using activities that encourage students to use their language spontaneously to solve problems interactively.
Presenter: Elaine Tarone is Professor of Second Language Studies at the University of Minnesota and is the director of the Center for Advanced Research on Language Acquisition. She is internationally known for her research on the impact of social context on learner language and second language acquisition and is a member of the University's Academy of Distinguished Teachers.
This workshop is primarily targeted at foreign language and ESL teachers who work with students at advanced novice through intermediate levels.
Do you wish you had more tools to boost your students' second language acquisition?
In this fun workshop, you will find out how focusing on 'learner language' can get your students to do more with their second language that you might have thought possible. You will look at three key dimensions of learner language development in the classroom: accuracy, complexity and fluency. Then you'll explore ways to nurture the development of all three dimensions using activities that encourage students to use their language spontaneously to solve problems interactively.
Presenter: Elaine Tarone is Professor of Second Language Studies at the University of Minnesota and is the director of the Center for Advanced Research on Language Acquisition. She is internationally known for her research on the impact of social context on learner language and second language acquisition and is a member of the University's Academy of Distinguished Teachers.
This workshop is primarily targeted at foreign language and ESL teachers who work with students at advanced novice through intermediate levels.
- Cost: $25. Includes instruction, materials, and morning coffee.
- Location: Assembly Room, University International Center, 331 17th Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN. Convenient parking is available for $3/hour at the 4th Street Ramp across the street.
- Registration: Sign up online and send $25 to the CARLA office by April 19 to reserve your spot. Space is limited, so register soon.
- For more information see: http://www.carla.umn.edu/presentations/index.html#workshops
