The Digital PolyglotA publication of the Inland Empire World Language Association since 1985 April, 2014Editor - Bethany Thompson |
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IEFLA Common Core WorkshopFor World Language Teachers On May 3, 2014, IEFLA will be presenting "Keeping it Positive & Personal: Language Activities and Strategies to Support Common Core Goals and Meaningful Language Acquisition"with Cynthia Leathers. Cynthia Leathers is a recently retired Spanish teacher from Orange County who has been named California Outstanding Teacher. In addition, in her retirement she has taken new role as Single Subject Credential Advisor/Coordinator, Languages Other Than English, California State University, Long Beach. Common Core power standards are pushing language teachers away from rote memorization and worksheets and toward meaningful language experiences. World language teachers have many challenges in today’s classroom and this workshop will provide them with routines, strategies, activities, and assessments that will help capture positive energy and support each student in becoming an engaged, responsible 21st century learner. $30 IEFLA Members $45 Non-members, California State University, San Bernardino, 8:00 am – 3:00 pm Workshop. Handouts and lunch included.For additional information and registration go to http://www.iefla.org/. |
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Le Poisson d’Avril
Poissons à colorizer at teteamodeler.com |
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IEFLA/CASLA 14th Annual Honors ReceptionIEFLA and the Cal State San Bernardino Center for the Advancement of Second Language Acquisition will be sponsoring an Honors Reception to recognize outstanding foreign language students. Forty teachers have nominated students to be recognized as outstanding world language students. The students will be honored on Wednesday, April 23, 2014. There will be a reception with tasty snacks followed by the recognition ceremony. Each student will be honored and receive a certificate. In addition, they will have the opportunity to meet college professors.
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Two Inland Empire Teachers Receive CLTA Study Abroad Grants
Annette Baine to Study in France Annette Baine has been teaching all levels of French at Rim of the World High School for thirteen years. She is enthusiastic in her teaching and always looking for innovative ways to expose her students to the French language and culture. Annette has traveled extensively thoughtout France and other parts of the French-speaking world. Using these expreiences, she is able to make the language come alive by supplementing her instruction with French literature, music, art, and cuisine. She truly believes in teaching beyond the classroom. Through fundraising she has been able to offer her students the opportunity to travel to France. This grant by the French government will provide Annette the ability to enhance the experience of her students through the French language. The grant covers her tuition and room and board. In addition, she received a LangAbroad Grant from CLTA which will help with her airfare.
Susan Kratofil to Study in Quebec Susan Kratofil has taught multiple levels of French at Oak Hills High School since 2009. As a teacher she has excellent rapport with her students, and her teaching strategies are creative and innovative. Her instruction is communicative, and she constantly strives to improve and vary her techniques in order to maximize learning for her students. Susan demonstrates qualities that are genuine, enthusiastic, and very compassionate when working with students. The opportunity to study in Quebec during the summer will enhance Susan's language skills and increase her knowledge of French Canadian culture, customs, music, and history. She looks forward to bringing back materials such as books, videos, and games to be shared with her students. The grant covers her tuition and room and board. In addition, she received a LangAbroad Grant from CLTA which will help with her airfare. |
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Arabic Summer Language Intensive Program at Callifornia State University, San BernardinoFor High School Students and College Students June 18 - August 7, 2014 Study Arabic language and culture for 7 life-changing weeks this summer. The Arabic Summer Language Intensive Program at CSUSB offers a unique opportunity to develop Arabic language skills that will enrich your life and jump-start your résumé! High school students can enroll and earn college credits for Arabic at a fraction of the tuition cost when compared to college students. Please note that instruction and required activities take place from 8 a.m.-10 p.m. Monday-Friday and 8 a.m.-1 p.m. on Saturdays. In order to maximize the benefit of the intensive summer language experience, all students are encouraged but not required to live in the campus-provided, fully- furnished, modern housing facilities under supervision. The four-room suites include fully-equipped kitchens and living rooms. Internet, lounge areas and swimming are available. Participants who require special accommodations should discuss their needs with the program coordinator. Contact Information: |
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Tech Corner
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IEFLA Members Present Workshops at CLTA ConferenceThe CLTA Conference featured more than 100 workshops and interest sessions. And the Inland Empire was well represented with six presenters sharing their expertise! Oraib Mango (IEFLA Board Member) presented an interest session, "iPads in the Language Classroom." Danielle Farve of Desert Hot Springs High School presented an interest session on "Authentic Virtual Resources." Bethany Thompson (Polyglot Editor) and Gretchen Peratt of Apple Valley High School presented a six-hour workshop, "Google Docs for the Computer Novice," and a three-hour workshop "Google Docs: Beyond Documents and Presentations. "Svetlana Lazarova (IEFLA Vice President) of Palm Springs High School and Adrian Torres of Xavier College Preparatory High School presented a two day workshop "Addressing the Common Core Competencies in the World Language Curriculum and Instruction." |
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Get them talking!
You can download the picture here: http://www.fludit.com/images/stories/Inspiration/Like-it-Was-Yesterday/Like-it-Was-Yesterday-2.jpg Level 1: Have them ask questions about the pictures using Amy Lenord’s Question Crunch Level 2/3: Have students compare and contrast of the present and past using the imperfect tense. Level 3: Have students talk about what she did, and would have done differently in her life. Or have students write a letter from her younger self to her older self giving advice in the future tense. “You will meet a man in the subway. He will be the love of your life. Do not forget to get his phone number!” |
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Spice Up Your Vocabulary Practice
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Dear Poly
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The Polyglot is a publication of the Inland Empire Foreign Language Association. For questions or comments, contact Bethany Thompson, editor, bethany_thompson@avusd.org or Trini Rios, trios327@gmail.com. Would you like to help with the Polyglot? Contact Bethany Thompson, editor, at bethany_thompson@avusd.org. |
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