I am grateful to see that the many opportunities to grow for world language educators, free and paid, just keep expanding!
Something that helps me keep up with what is being offered is having a clear idea of how I want to grow and in what areas I want to grow. That and also being very aware of what is available.
There is a learning opportunity for every world language educator that fits most goals and every budget, even if the budget is $0.00.
Through this blog post, I am sharing about several language education conferences available this Summer 2024. This is not a comprehensive list of everything that is offered this summer, but I am sharing the ones in which I have been invited to participate over the years and in the present. Also, this list is presented in no particular order.
While there were many opportunities to learn this summer that truly fit all budgets, when selecting how to invest your limited summer time, realistically, it is essential for you to define what it is that YOU prioritize in YOUR classroom as a language teacher and/or in which areas you are looking to grow as you start a new year.
Also, not attending and learning at any conferences during your summer is okay, too, if you need total time off. I have done that in the past. Listen to your body.
Ready? Here we go!!
“I want to virtually attend a conference where I can grow and visualize everything that is possible with Comprehensible Input. Also, I wish to connect with like-minded educators who value a critical approach to language teaching.”
If that statement resonates, then CI Reboot is the conference you are looking for.
Check out the schedule for this year’s CI Reboot conference. I am bringing this one to your attention first because it is the first one coming up this July!!!
CI Reboot!
When is it? This fantastic conference kicks off from June 24-28 with pre-conference sessions, but the main event happens from July 7th – July 10th! While the conference is a paid event, there are several free events open to everyone happening, so read on!!!
What is the format of this conference? The conference is a live, virtual conference with access to recordings if you can’t make it to the live sessions.
What is unique about this conference? This conference offers regular one-hour sessions + several panels on a variety of topics. It also provides you with the opportunity to ask presenters questions if you attend the live sessions.
Where can YOU and I connect through this conference? I will be presenting one session for the CI Reboot and I will be speaking at a panel and The Growing with Proficiency podcast as part of the conference. Here is the information:
- FREE LIVESTREAM: Growing with Proficiency Podcast with Claudia Elliott and Jason Fritze on Sunday, July 7th, at 5:00 PM ET. You can catch this podcast livestream free at the IFLT/TPRS/CI Teaching Facebook Group.
- My session: From Input to Impact: Crafting Student-Centered Learning Experiences with CI, Criticality, and Joy on Tuesday, July 9th at 2:15 PM ET.
- See the full program here.
Register today and use the link below to receive $10 off if registering before July 7th. However, you can still use this link if you are registering after July 7th.
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“I have a really small budget but I wish to partake on an impactful conference that will provide me with strategies for proficiency & acquisition as I prepare for BTS season.”
You know you value proficiency and acquisition and your budget is limited, then KWL Back 2 School Conference is the conference for you!
KWL Back 2 School Conference
When is it? This conference is for all language teachers in the US and worldwide. It offers over 20+ hours of professional development and a certificate of attendance.
What is the format of this conference? It is asynchronous and includes three months of access to recordings.
What is unique about this conference? If offers two keynotes and it is jammed packed with a variety of topics at a super affordable price. If you register before August 1st, you can access this conference for $37.50 and if you wait until after August 1st, you can still access it for the affordable price of $50.00. You can’t beat that price for the quality of the session you will access.
Where can YOU and I connect through this conference? My session for this conference is a never before seen session titled
- My session: Blackout Poetry Engagement & Success in Your Language Classroom
To see the full program and to take advantage of the Early Bird discount, click on the images or the button below.
“I am interested in investing in a virtual conference where I can observe acquisition-driven classes for K-12 students while I connect with other CI enthusiast educators at engaging workshops!”
If you want to see videos of teachers in action and your school can fund your attendance, then Conference in the Cloud is the place to be!
Conference in the Cloud 2024
Whenis it? This conference will take place from July 22-26th via Zoom.
What is the format of this conference? It is asynchronous and includes access to the recordings until January 31st, 2025!
What is unique about this conference? In addition to general sessions, this conference allows you to look inside teacher’s classrooms through some of the sessions. Group discounts are also available. Graduate-level credit is available for an additional fee. Email elissa@expressfluency.com for more information.
Where can YOU and I connect through this conference? This year, I will be co-presenting with La Maestra Loca a session titled Musical BrdigesL Connecting Cultures and Languages Through Music.
LANGUAGE LAB OBSERVATIONS & DEBRIEFS
1st Grade Spanish Class with Rocío Jacoby
- Grade 4 Spanish with La Maestra Loca
- Middle School Spanish with Kia London
- French 1 with Sophie Forkner
- French 3 with Margarita Pérez García
The Power of Community – Erica Peplinski Burge
What’s the Chatter ABout? Chat Mats for Acquisition – Heidi Trude
Reading: The Acquisition Powerhouse with John Bracey.
Tools for incorporating and amplifying the Target Language in the Classroom – Annemarie Orth
Don’t Be a Goober: Empowering Teachers to Prioritize Self-Care – Andrea Eiter
And many more!!!
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“I have zero budget this summer. I wish to get ready for back to school learning about a variety of topics related to language teaching not necessarily tied to a particular approach.”
Virtual & Free - World Language Teacher Summit 2024
FREE & VIRTUAL!
Who is it for? This conference offers topics applicable to all language teachers regardless of their teaching approach.
When is it? You can access the free version (it really is free) of this conference from July 22nd – July 26th; However, if you decide that five days isn’t enough time for you, you can upgrade to the ALL ACCESS PASS to access the recordings of the sessions further.
What is the format of this conference? The sessions will be pre-recorded and you will have access to each day’s sessions for 24 hours only for those days of the conference.
What is unique about this conference? It is a FREE conference! It does not focus on one particular teaching approach like CI or proficiency; rather, it focuses on topics that are of interest to all language educators.
Where can YOU and I connect through this conference? I will not be presenting at this conference this time, but this is always a great conference, and this year won’t be the exception. Many people who I admire and have learned so much from will be presenting at WLTS 2024:
LIVE KEYNOTE by Diego Ojeda that you will not want to miss: Why AI Will Never Displace Language Learning.
Successful Starters for World Language Classes: Bell Ringers & Beyond – Allison Wienhold
First Things First! Get Organized – Kia London
Optimizing Spanish Language Acquisition With Musical Content in Elementary School – Carmen Reyes
How To Make Your Students Speak in the Target Language – Diego Ojeda
Authentic Questioning and Dialogic Instruction – Timothy Chávez
And many more!!!
Don’t forget to secure your free spot today!
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“I have a nonexistent budget, and I wish to grow my repertoire of CI strategies and Acquisition Driven Instruction (ADI).”
Whether you are new to this or not, if you know, you want to focus specifically on CI strategies and ADI and have a budget of $0.00. Then, you want to secure your pass at Practical & Comprehensible 2024 – Celebrate Communication!!!
Virtual & Free - Practical & Comprehensible 2024 - Celebrate Communication
This is a FREE conference that will feature sessions aligned with comprehensible input and acquisition-driven instruction.
FREE!
Who is it for? World language teachers interested in developing their teaching with comprehensible input and acquisition-driven instruction and implementing it in their classes. Whether a newbie or a seasoned ADI language teacher, you will learn many strategies at this conference.
When is it? You can attend this conference virtually and free from June 29th through July 31st. However, should you need more time to access recordings and if you would like to access special content, consider investing in a All-Access & Launchpad Upgrade.
What is the format of this conference? This is a virtual event of recorded sessions.
What is unique about this conference? It is a FREE in-virtual conference that focuses on CI and ADI.
Where can YOU and I connect through this conference? I will be presenting at this conference on the following topic
MY PRESENTATION Celebrate Output with Hexagonal Thinking Assessments!
Lessen Your Planning: Getting the Most out of the Comprehensible Novel – Jennifer Degenhardt & Theresa Marrama
Language Learners to Global Citizens: How YOU Can Make a Difference Using Social Justice in Your Class – Allison Perryman
Rock Your Evaluation: Teachers’ Guide to Success – Connie J Navarro
Communication Redefined: The Key Role of Equity – Jocelyn Hubbard
Cultivating Global Literacy: Comprehensible Folktales in the Modern Language Classroom– Ben Tinsley
And many more!!!
Secure your free registration so you will be alerted when it begins!
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