NECTFL: Northeast Conference on the Teaching of Foreign Languages

The Northeast Conference on the Teaching of Foreign Languages

Schedule of Sessions

The 55th Annual Northeast Conference
March 27-29, 2008
New York Marriott Marquis Hotel on Broadway

Friday, March 28, 2008

Click on any session title for a more detailed description of that session; use your back arrow to return to the schedule.
All listings are subject to modification due to unforeseen circumstances.
The indication "ES" means "Exhibitor Session," an opportunity for the exhibiting companies to present materials and services.
Note: Poster Displays are listed separately.

	10:45-12:00	12:15-1:30	2:00-3:15	3:30-4:45
	Session 1	Session 2	Session 3	Session 4
9th Floor Terrace & Promenade	Tech Playground Open (file may load slowly)	Tech Playground Open (file may load slowly)	Tech Playground Open (file may load slowly)	Tech Playground Open (file may load slowly)
Cantor 9th Fl.	30. Making the Cross Curricular Connection to Mathematics in Middle School, Peters, Gomez	56. Mathematics and Language: A Joint Venture, Dowd, Buchbaum	*82. Tooling up for FLES Teachers: Are You Tech-phobic?, Lipton**	108. Cantando Se Aprende!, Sparks-Early
Chelsea 7th Fl.	31. Teaching Writing in AP Level French, Fair	57. Lights, Camera, Action! Spanish in Context in Student-made Films, Pessoa, Helin	83. Realistische Kinder- und Jugendliteratur: Vorbereitung auf das Leben, Harris-Schenz	109. ES: Guerra Edizioni: Learning Italian Language by Listening, Errico
Columbia 7th Fl.	32. Interacting with Chinese Language and Culture: Tools for the i-Generation, Zhang	58. STARTALK: Enhancing the Fields of Arabic and Chinese, Met	Ticketed Workshop	Ticketed Workshop
Duffy 7th Fl.	33. ES: McGraw-Hill Higher Ed: Sol y viento: Beginning Spanish 2nd Ed./A Film-based Program, Arbujas, Harris	59. Digital Storyteller, Figueroa, Downey, Schneider-Diaz, Choi	85. ES: Pearson Higher Education: MyLanguageLabs, Alducin, Hemmer	111. ES: RAI Marketing & Italian Embassy: Teaching Italian Language & Culture through RAI Clips, Loglio, Cornero, Buonanno, De Sanctis, Cipollone, Russo
Empire/ Hudson 7th Fl.	34. Practical Approach for Push-In FLES Program, Swope, Greene, Martin, Sola	60. FLES: Teaching with Puppets and Interactive Strategies, Baer	86. Performance-Based Assessment and Rubrics: The Basics, Duncan	112. iPods and iBooks in Middle School Performance Assessment, Troyan
Gilbert 4th Fl.	Room Unavailable	61. ES: Language Shaping Solutions: Cafe Francais, Granville	Room Unavailable	Room Unavailable
Gotham 7th Fl.	36. Language in Context: Drama as a Communicative Teaching Tool in 2LA, Mattevi	62. ES: University for Foreigners in Siena: Industrialization of the Italian Language & Culture around the World, Vedovelli	88. Bringing Teachers Together for an Immersion Experience, Cockey	114. The Best of Both Worlds: Using Hybrid Courses for Language Instruction, Inman, Freear-Papio
Gramercy 7th Fl.	37. When Technology Marries Literature: Audiobooks, E-Books, and Podcasts, Pasqui	63. The Reading and Writing Sections of the AP Italian Exam, Ghelli	89. When Students Teach Each Other: Developing Learner-Centered Technology, Blyth, Kelton	115. Facilitating Global Citizenship: The Earth Charter in the Language Classroom, Kentengian
Jolson 9th Fl.	38. Sheikh Computer in My Arabic Class?, Chouairi	64. ACTFL National Language Teacher of the Year: Discover What Works!, Abbott	90. Contemporary Italy: News and Changes, Monaco	116. Impact of the National Standards: Ten Years Later, Abbott, Zimmer-Loew
Majestic 6th Fl.	39. Language in Motion Partnerships for Turning on the iGeneration, Roney, Kachoub, Schneider, Sorgen	65. Designing, Delivering, and Evaluating Trainee-Centered In-Service Workshops, Dudney	91. ES: LinguaZone: Customizable Online Language Games, Roberts, Angevine	117. What's the Cutting Edge of Technology for Language Learning and the iGeneration?, Kronenberg, Gaugler, Ledgerwood
Marquis A 9th Fl.	41. AZBUKA Genres as Tools of Russian Language-Culture Acquisition, Ites	Room Unavailable	Ticketed Workshop 1:30 - 4:30 p.m.	Ticketed Workshop 1:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Marquis B 9th Fl.	42. France and the Holocaust - Forced Residence in Occupied France during WW II, Wagman	68. New Approaches to Foreign Language Lesson Planning, Rifkin	94. ES: Embassy of Spain: Los jóvenes españoles del siglo XXI, Garcia-Arguelles	120. ES: Vista Higher Learning: Wait Time, Not Wasted Time, Jones
Marquis C 9th Fl.	43. ES: Apple: iPods and Podcasting as Teaching Tools for Language Learners, Poli	69. ES: Wright Group/McGraw-Hill: Literacy, Content, and More...Now You Can Have It All, Lormand	Room not available	121. Justo Lamas Concert Session
Music Box 6th Fl.	44. Maintaining the Momentum, Zimmer-Loew	70. ES: Midwest European Publications: Live Action Spanish Interactive -- TPR on a Computer, Seely	96. Casting a Broad Net: Diverse Learners in Community College Classrooms, Gifford	122. Study Abroad and Language Programs at Home: Benefits and Challenges, Thornbury, Omoto
Odets 4th Fl.	45. Best of NJ: Culturally-based Thematic Curriculum for the Spanish Classroom, Collado, Fernandez-Poyatos, Montoya	71. Best of NH: Understanding the Middle East, Eddefaa	97. Rassias & The Latin Classroom - Snapping Your Way to Effective Language Instruction, Posey	123. Best of ME: Developing Multiple Literacies through L2 Writing at all Levels, Hoecherl-Alden, Griffin, Smith
Olmstead 7th Fl.	46. What's New at MLA?: 2006 Enrollment Data and More, Furman, Goldberg	72. How to Prepare Students for the SAT II Latin Test, DiPillo	98. ES: Alma Edizioni: Looking Two Ways, Strategies for Approaching the Theme of Culture in Materials Published in Italy for North American College & University Students of Italian, Scarpa	124. FLES Networking Session, Staugaitis
O'Neill 4th Fl.	47. ES: McDougal Littell: Integrated! Interactive! Making Language Learning Last, Battisti, Bossong	73. Embracing the Challenge: Preparing Today's Students for Tomorrow, Santiago-Marullo, McElheran	99. Turning Instruction Inside Out through Assessment and Grading, De Mado	125. ES: Authentik Language Learning: AP Spanish Language Success with Authentic Print and Audio Texts, Sudrow
Palace 6th Fl.	48. Meet the "NECTFL Review" Reviews Editor and a Reviewer, Angelini, Conner	74. ES: Transparent Language: Create a Richer Learning Environment through Technology, Guillemette	100. Make Your Own Music Videos in the Target Language, Esa	126. "A mission to learn": Strategy Advice from Intermediate LCTLs Students, Robbins
Plymouth/ Royale 6th Fl.	49. ES: Breaking the Barrier: The Ideal Lesson Plan: Ten Steps to Total Fluency, Conner	75. New Jersey Grade Eight Pilot Assessment Project, Quinlan, Forrest	101. ES: World of Reading: Reveil - Repression and Renaissance of the French in New England, Angelini	127. ES: EMC Publishing: ¡A toda vela!: A New & Exciting Textbook for AP Spanish, Spanish for Spanish Speakers, and/or Intermediate Level at College/University, Herrera
Shubert 6th Fl.	50. Simple Technology -- Just Me, My Laptop, and a Computer Projector, Yamashita	76. Facilitating Success: How to Converse Meaningfully at the Elementary Level, Hoecherl-Alden, Griffin, Peterson	102. How to Organize and Create Community-based Instruction, Tsuda, Fukami, Matsui, Ohyama	128. Introducing Arabic: Steps to a Viable Program, Ryding
Soho/ Herald 7th Fl.	51. ES: Oxford Univ Press: Oxford Language Dictionaries Online, Tiedemann	77. Speaking the Language of Our "Digital Natives", Noll Braut, Garofano, Plasencia	103. ES: McGraw-Hill Higher Ed: Unique New Intro Spanish Titles: "Pasaporte" and "Portafolio", Crouch, Glass	129. Infusing Language Lab Technology and Assessments, Curry, Braut, Georgas
Uris 6th Fl.	52. Communities and Connections: Hardest Standards to Meet or Greatest Opportunities, Chamot, Cockey	78. ES: Edilingua Edizioni: Nuovo Progetto Italiano 2: Even Better than the First Level - Even More Fun!, Albano	104. Here's Help Becoming One of the iGeneration!, Ledgerwood, , Capretz, Kronenberg, Sartiaux	130. SPQR: Using Film in the Latin Classroom, Gonnerman-Torchin
Wilder 4th Fl.	53. ES: World Leadership School: International Service Learning: Immersion with a Purpose, Wehner	79. No Textbook Left Behind: How to Survive in the WL Classroom without the Book, Pilla, Jurado-Moran, Kays	105. ES: Dolo Publications: Innovative Strategies for Building Language through Song, Lozano	131. Oral Language Building: The Starting Point to Success in Reading, Gerber
Winter Garden 6th Fl.	54. Professional Portfolios for Teachers in the iGeneration, Fox	80. Shifting Learning Paradigms through the Intersection of Technology and Pedagogy, Dixon, Clark, Mills, Van Deusen-Scholl	106. INDEX: A New Learning Paradigm for Low-Incidence Languages, Cave	132. ES: Universita per Stranieri di Perugia: Developing a Linguistic & Cultural Syllabus for Study Abroad Programs, Dolci, Spinelli
Ziegfeld 4th Fl.	55. ES: Avant Assessment: STAMP -- Web-based, Reading, Writing & Speaking Assessment, Ennis	81. ES: SGEL: Cómo trabajar los contenidos socioculturales en el aula de español?, Martinez	107. ES: AATF and French Embassy Promote French, Abrate	133. ES: Focus Publishing/R. Pullins Company: Inspiring Students with Feature Films: Teaching French Language and Literature, Angelini, Conditto

Saturday, March 29, 2008

	8:30-9:45	10:00-11:15	11:30-12:45	2:00-3:15	3:30-4:45
	Session 5	Session 6	Session 7	Session 8	Session 9
9th Floor Terrace & Promenade	Tech Playground Open (file may load slowly)	Tech Playground Open (file may load slowly)	Tech Playground Open (file may load slowly)	Tech Playground Open (file may load slowly)	Tech Playground Open (file may load slowly)
Brecht 4th Fl.	136. ES: Vision Wear International: Very Valuable Visuals, Dai Zovi	162. ES: Vibrante Press: You Don't Have to Sing to Use Music in Class, Dai Zovi	188. Why Chinese?, Modig, Lee	214. Creating Latin American Curriculum based on Site-Experience in Mexico, Perrin
Cantor 9th Fl.	137. Use of Authentic Materials in a Chinese Classroom, Zhang, Fu, Xu	163. Discover Catalan, Martínez-Vidal	189. ES: Fulbright Teacher Exchange, Koepke	215. ES: EMC Publishing: Exploring Chinese, Wong	241. Fun Activities to Promote Fluency in a Foreign Language, Beekman
Chelsea 7th Fl.	138. Computerized Oral Proficiency Assessment: Test Development and Test Selection, Malone, Cavella, Thomas	164. Teaching Speech Act Pragmatics, Shardakova, Dengub, Dykstra, Dunn	190. Integrated Interdisciplinary Thematic Curriculum Units -- Arabic Basic Course Design, Karrar	216. Teaching and Learning Foreign Languages through Art, Debenedetti	242. Oral Proficiency and AP Italian Language and Culture, Pesca, Picarazzi
Columbia 7th Fl.	139. Meet Marc Prensky for Q&A , Prensky	165. Justo Lamas Teaching Strategies Session	191. ES: National Agency for School Autonomy Development: Language & Technologies Online and a SecondLife Project to Learn Italian, Biondi	217. Japanese Instructional Media Archive (Japanese IMA): Creating a Community of Japanese Language Learners, Shigehisa	243. ES: Arcobaleno ILTE: Enjoy Italy while Studying Italian, Mirtilli, Beretta, Schiavino
Duffy 7th Fl.	140. Travel El Camino de Santiago, Llorens, Hodum	166. Language Lab Unleashed: Professional Development (most) Thursdays at 8 pm, Kronenberg	192. Integrating Technology in the FLES Classroom, Collet	218. Best of CT: Technology in the World Language Classroom, Lauten, Dzierzbinski, Dias, Spencer	244. iPODAGOGY: The Teaching Potential of iPods in Language Learning, Garcia
Empire/ Hudson 7th Fl.	141. Dramatic Assessments for Middle Schoolers: Theater for Integrated Performance Assessment, Blair	167. MLA Ad Hoc Committee on Foreign Languages: A Final Report, McGinnis, Feal, Geisler, Ryding	193. Student Friendly Assessment: Authentic Performance Tasks for Engaging , Pelaez-Martinez, Wood	219. Teaching the Hot Topics: Immigration Issues in France and Spain, Kline, Amores	245. Mead Session: Cuentos y Lectores: Striving for Early Literacy Development, Seewald
Gilbert 4th Fl.	142. How to Prepare Intermediate Levels to Read Literature in the Target Language, Cozzolino	168. Writing Together with Wikis, Lavine, Kassen	194. AP Italian - From Narrative to Theatrical Presentation, Papaleo	220. Media-Based Language Teaching: Korean Culture through Film, TV, and Magazines, Strauss, Cho, Eun, Kim	246. Enhancing Connected Discourse with Real-time Voice Chats , McMahon
Gotham 7th Fl.	143. Assessment in the Language Lab, Fernald Roberts	169. "Die zarteste Versuchung": Advertisement in the German Classroom, Rotter	195. Enhancing Language Acquisition in the Middle School through Multimedia Projects, Loko	221. Learning to Read while Reading to Learn, Vanborre, Javel, Rusch	247. Integrate Video into Your Lesson, Rifkin
Gramercy 7th Fl.	144. Rethinking the Language Requirement: New Tools for a New Generation, Yetter-Vassot	170. Korean Language Alive in NYC Secondary Schools, Kwon, Rhi	196. The Garifuna People: Including Afro-Latin Culture in The Spanish Class, Rogers	222. Developing Language Fluency and Accuracy through Telecollaborative Exchanges, Lee	248. Integrating Culture into Language and Assessing It, Alosh
Hart 4th Fl.	145. Arabic Standards in Action: Ways of Classroom Applications, Eissa	171. Arabic K-12 Curriculum Development, Johnson, Brown, Hashem	197. ES: AIM Language Learning: Achieve Fluency with Your ESL, FSL, SSL Students!, Sammons	223. Arabic Language Grade Level Content Expectations (Elementary), Abduljaber
Jolson 9th Fl.	146. High School and College Collaboration: An Example from Russian, Ueland, Edelman	172. Global Playground: Using Technology to Bridge the Cultural Divide, Bunch	198. Preparing Learners for Life as Global Citizens through Problem-Based Projects, Dupuy	224. Teaching Culture by the Textbook and beyond the Textbook, Schmiers-Heller, Falk	250. From Sprouts to Blossoms: Growing a Chinese Program from the Ground Up, Langer de Ramirez, Ellsworth
Manhattan 8th Fl.	147. Best of RI: Levez-vous! ¡Levántense! Dances from Many Lands, Teixeira	173. ES: Pearson Education: Tips and Tools for Teaching All Spanish Students, Wilson, Hubbard	199. ES: Miraflores: No Boring Compositions! Fun Writing Activities with Guided Web Research, Echenberg	225. ES: Embassy of Italy, Consulate General of Italy, Italian Cultural Institute: Italian Institutions & the Promotion of the Italian Language, Mancini, Talò, Sperandio	251. Best of MA: Boletos por hablar: Motivating Students to Speak Spontaneously, Noblin, Blumen
Marquis A 9th Fl.	Ticketed Workshop	Ticketed Workshop	Ticketed Workshop;	226. Podcasting and AP Latin, Bender	252. ES: Accademia Italiana: Studying Italian Language & Culture in the Cradle of History & Art: The South!, Memoli
Marquis B 9th Fl.	Ticketed Workshop	Ticketed Workshop	Ticketed Workshop	Room Unavailable	Room Unavailable
Marquis C 9th Fl.	150. From Textbook Goals to Conceptual Goals, Meyer, Yoshida	176. Community Connections: Go Local -- Go Global, Macian, Sobul	202. Le Grand Concours (National French Contest), Delfosse	228. National Spanish Exams: Standards-based Assessments Using Online Technology, Sukunda	254. Communication, Content and Technology: Making the Connection, Cheatham
Odets 4th Fl.	151. ES: Eduespaña: Help Students Prepare for the AP Spanish Exam with Study Abroad, Franck	177. Best of PA: Fun, Function, and Fluency: Creative Student-Centered Techniques, Garrett	203. ES: TELL ME MORE ® powered by Auralog: Effectively Leveraging Technology for Successful Language Learning, Minassian	229. Best of NY: This LOTE (Languages Other Than English) Teacher and His Camera, Ryall
Olmstead 7th Fl.	152. Connecting K-5 Spanish Immersion with a Pre-AP/AP Program, Zorrilla, Stoner	178. ES: Glencoe/McGraw-Hill: Active Strategies to Teach Reading in Your Classroom, Cadiz	204. Collaborative Listening in Classes with Mixed Skill Levels, Knos	230. A Mascot & A Mission: A Head-to-Tail Make-Over of Middle School Travel Abroad, Crinnion	256. Learning Languages Online and with the World, Kornblut
O'Neill 4th Fl.	153. Using YouTube Videos as Authentic Materials, Abrate	179. Implementing Technology in iGeneration World Language Classrooms, Fox, Gadbois, Herzog, Miller, Kleinert	205. How Technology Can Help iGeneration Students Develop Oral Language Skills, Flewelling, Snider	231. Babar and Becassine: Together at Last!, Lafond-Paquin	257. Mead Session: Foreign Language Service Learning, Malkin
Plymouth/ Royale 6th Fl.	154. Co-Teaching with the Masters: Integrating Art into the Classroom, Boyles	180. High School Reform in World Languages: A State Project, Quinlan, Abbott	206. Learning Unplugged: Using Cell Phones in Language and Culture Courses, Heller, Brandt	232. iTeach: Millennials as Teachers, Steeley	258. Teaching Spanish Subjunctive Using Communicative Approach Strategies, Concha-Chiaraviglio
Shubert 6th Fl.	155. ES: Goethe-Institut: The Standards, the Common European Framework (CEFR) and Language Assessment, Washburn, Rau	181. ES: Cultural Division of Taipei Cultural & Economic Office: Study in Taiwan and Scholarships of Degree and Chinese Learning, Kuo, Liu, Chou	207. Pazzi Per PowerPoint!, Condoleo, Nilsen	233. ES: Edizioni Farinelli/Applause Learning Resources: Get Your Students on the AP Italian Track NOW!, Boyle	259. Once Upon a Time: Life in the Former GDR, Bork-Goldfield, Dittmer, Luke
Soho/ Herald 7th Fl.	156. Participatory Pedagogy: Engaging Digital Learners through Social Networking, Lindsey	182. ES: IACE: STAMP (The Standards-based Measure of Proficiency) in Italian, Miraglia, Rella	208. iPod, uPod, wePod...Anyone Can Podcast!, Jurado-Moran	234. Language Learning for the Increasingly Global and Wired Workplace, Gaugler	260. Grammar is a Gentle Song: A Journey to (Re)discover the Magic of Words, Pasquier
Uris 6th Fl.	157. ES: Sosnowski: Cultural Connections Via Cantos and Comptines, Sosnowski	183. ES: Proficiency Press: Effective World Language Learning Strategies for Every Student, Haigh, Lennon, Moore	209. ES: Cemanahuac: The Magic of Mexico, Connections with Culture, Arbuckle	235. Universal Access in the Foreign Language Programs, Nunez
Wilder 4th Fl.	158. ES: IOMAI Corporation: Maintaining Good Health while Traveling Abroad, Villar	184. Mead Session: FLES Linguafolios, Benefits for All, Berman	210. Developing a Four Year Program for Spanish for Heritage Learners, Napoles, Jaeckel	236. National Language Policies: Our Finest Hour?, Edwards, Lenker	262. Getting Your Ideas Published in the NECTFL Review, Terry
Ziegfeld 4th Fl.	159. ES: Holt, Rinehart and Winston: Time-tested Games, Activities and Other Fun Stuff ... with Flair!, Bastin	185. ES: NCLRC: How to Find and Use Free Internet Resources from NCLRC, Keatley	211. Raising Students' Linguistic Proficiency in Pre-AP/AP: Integrated Skills, Farrant	237. ES: Instituto Cervantes: DELE: Diplomas de Español como Lengua Extranjera, Hudson	263. Best of MD: Cooking Up Communication with Ratatouille and Friends, Malone, White

Session Descriptions

30. Making the Cross Curricular Connection to Mathematics in Middle School, Jacqueline Peters, Monmouth Regional; Yannell Gomez, Rumson-Fair Haven Reg. H.S.

Come learn how to make the cross curricular connection to mathematics! In this hands-on session, you will see why it is easy to reinforce your students' math skills while improving their World Language skills at the same time. You will receive a packet of practical and fun activities of math ideas that can easily be used in your classroom, and you will practice many of them during the session. Come learn that math doesn't have to be painful, especially if it's mixed with World Language! Presented in English with examples in French Spanish, Italian and of interest to middle school educators.

31. Teaching Writing in AP Level French, Katherine Fair, Phillips Exeter Academy

The goal of this session is to share strategies for teaching writing in upper level French courses, particularly Advanced Placement. Since students benefit from extensive exposure to good models, writing programs should be based on a solid reading foundation. By using reading in conjunction with daily writing, self-correction, and student-generated grammar review, teachers can help students make steady progress. The presenter will offer suggestions for reading materials, written assignments, correction strategies and classroom techniques for improving writing. Participants should plan to bring their own ideas to share with the group. Presented in English with examples in French and of interest to high school teachers.

32. Interacting with Chinese Language and Culture: Tools for the i-Generation, Phyllis Zhang, George Washington University

The iGeneration expects, indeed, demands, interaction with authentic target language and cultural resources. Chinese teachers seek to integrate technology and the teaching of culture in a holistic approach to instruction. Freely available tools to create engaging activities for high school and university levels are presented. Development of technology-assisted materials and activities (e.g. cultural content, language activities, and games) is explained and demonstrated. Presented in English and Chinese and of interest to high school and college educators. This session may be used as an introduction to the three-hour workshop of the same title, but attendance at both is not required.

33. ES: McGraw-Hill Higher Ed: Sol y viento: Beginning Spanish 2nd Ed./A Film-based Program, Jorge Arbujas, McGraw-Hill Higher Ed; Christa Harris, McGraw-Hill Higher Ed

Come hear about the second edition of the exciting film-based Sol y viento. Widely praised by instructors and by students, Sol y viento is firmly grounded in recent SLA research and offers the best in communicative language learning. Its exceptional, award-winning film provides a motivating context for language acquisition. In English with examples in Spanish and of special interest to high school and college educators.

34. Practical Approach for Push-In FLES Program, Michelle Swope, West Chester Area S.D.; Jennifer Greene, West Chester Area S.D.; Lynn Martin, West Chester ASD; Erin Sola, West Chester Area S.D.

This session will give many "tried and true" activities that have been implemented in our FLES push-in program. Leave the session with sample lessons that are flexible enough to meet the needs of your program. Leave feeling inspired! Presented in English with examples in Spanish and of interest to elementary educators.

36. Language in Context: Drama as a Communicative Teaching Tool in 2LA, Yvonne Mattevi, CUNY Grad Center

This session explores how theatre is a complete and effective teaching tool in 2LA, and serves the needs of creative instructors, who promote a meaningful and communicative use of the Italian language by contextualizing both vocabulary and grammar. Participants will be presented with sample lesson plans, excercises, evaluating and grading tools, useful bibliography as well as pictures of students in action. An improvisation exercise will be performed. Presented in English with examples in Italian and of interest to college educators.

37. When Technology Marries Literature: Audiobooks, E-Books, and Podcasts, Rita Pasqui, Graduate Center CUNY

This session sheds light on the use of audio/video resources to motivate iGeneration students and add fun to the literature class. In fact, the most recent technology offers extraordinary potentialities when integrated in a FL curriculum -- especially with the support of WebCT. Starting from an overview about the added value of audiobooks in FL teaching, this session shows the many advantages of using student podcasts in literature-oriented FL courses. Presented in English with examples in Italian and of interest to postsecondary educators.

38.Sheikh Computer in My Arabic Class?, Rajaa Chouairi, United States Military Academy, West Point

Should computers replace books in the teaching of Arabic? Or should they only be used as a study aid and part of homework? If adopted, how and when to use them effectively? Which software to use based on factors such as Arabic diglossia, class contact time and goals of the curriculum? Session presented in English with some examples in Arabic and of interest to high school and college level educators.

39. Language in Motion Partnerships for Turning on the iGeneration, Deborah Roney, Juniata College; Bouchra Kachoub, Juniata College; Jeffrey Schneider, Vassar College; Laurie Sorgen, Arlington Central Schools

The iGeneration has multiple avenues for learning about the world but is not always motivated to travel them. Juniata College's Language in Motion sparks interest by sending college students with international experience into schools to contextualize and personalize languages and cultures. Professional networks and opportunities energize teachers and enable resource sharing. Program activities will be showcased. Now a nationwide consortium, we welcome new partners. Presented in English with examples in German and Arabic and of special interest to PreK-16 educators.

41. AZBUKA Genres as Tools of Russian Language-Culture Acquisition, Ekaterina Ites, UMass School of Education

AZBUKAs, multimodal representations of the Russian alphabet, are introduced as powerful tools that engage college students in technology-based exploration and playful communicative acquisition of vocabulary, cultural images, and syntactic units. A PP presentation and students projects application demonstrate how AZBUKA genres unleash students’ creativity as they develop their own AZBUKA texts and share them with their classmates and beyond the classroom. AZBUKA’s connections with a wealth of popular mini-texts allow for recycled use of this vocabulary to support learning of the target content and language features. Presented in English with examples in Russian and of interest to those at the postsecondary level. Knowledge of Russian is not required.

42. France and the Holocaust - Forced Residence in Occupied France during WW II, Fernande Wagman, AATF

The program will give a historical perpsective of a young French Jewish girl in forced residence from 1941-1045 in a French village near the Swiss-Italian frontier. Videos,a slide projection, readings and use of a study-guide will illustrate the anti-Semitic experiences in the French school system of the time, as well as the courage of Christians willing to risk their life to protect the Jews in the village. Presented in English with examples in French and of interest to high school and college educators.

43. ES: Apple: iPods and Podcasting as Teaching Tools for Language Learners, Grace Poli, Union City Board of Education

This presentation will focus on the implementation of technology as a primary tool for English Language Learners by promoting literacy skills using the iPod and podcasting. The integration of the iPod and podcasting into the curriculum will result in increased student achievement and faster and more comprehensive learning. Grace will demonstrate specific skills, lesson activities, and other exciting ideas for using these technologies in the classroom. Presented in English and of interest to middle school educators.

44. Maintaining the Momentum, Helene Zimmer-Loew, AATG

Why do students who have studied German in high school continue in college? AATG conducted a nationwide survey of high school students, and the reasons they give for beginning and continuing German may surprise you. Participants will review the survey results as well as one taken of college freshmen German students on their reasons for continuing in German. We will discuss possible strategies to sustain the momentum. Presented in English and of interest to high school and college educators.

45. Best of NJ: Culturally-based Thematic Curriculum for the Spanish Classroom, Ericka Collado, West Orange Public Schools; Susana Fernandez-Poyatos, Livingston HS; Nelson Montoya, Newark Public Schools

The presenters will discuss the process in designing culturally thematic units to be used in the Spanish classroom, at different levels of proficiency. The units will focus on the following countries: Spain, Colombia and Puerto Rico. Topics such as Spanish art and history, the coffee industry in Colombia, and Puerto Rico’s tourist routes will be included. Presented in English with examples in Spanish and of interest to middle and high school educators.

46. What's New at MLA?: 2006 Enrollment Data and More, Nelly Furman, Modern Language Association and ADFL; David Goldberg, Modern Language Association & ADFL

Speakers will present data from the Fall 2006 Foreign Language Enrollment Survey of undergraduate and graduate enrollments in over 100 languages taught in United States postsecondary institutions. The data also distinguishes between enrollments in the introductory-sequence and upper-level undergraduate courses. Speakers will also demonstrate the revised MLA Language Map, which now compares data about language use from Census 2000 and the 2005 American Community Survey. Presented in English with examples in Spanish and German and French and of interest to college educators.

47. ES: McDougal Littell: Integrated! Interactive! Making Language Learning Last, Daniel Battisti, McDougal Littell; Elizabeth Bossong, Vestal High School

Culture is a cornerstone of language learning. Let us show you how to enrich your lessons by integrating authentic culture and interactive technology to use as vehicles for a successful journey for both you and your students. We will demonstrate how to weave culture and technology into instructional practice to help make learning last. In English with examples in Spanish and of particular interest to middle and high school educators.

48. Meet the "NECTFL Review" Reviews Editor and a Reviewer, Eileen Angelini, Focus Publishing/Canisius College; Tom Conner, St. Norbert College

Tom Conner, the "NECTFL Review" Review Editor, and Eileen M. Angelini, a long-time reviewer for the "NECTFL Review" will explain the benefits of reviewing materials for the "NECTFL Review" as well as provide tips for completing reviews. Examples will be drawn from current pedagogical materials. In English and of interest to all.

49. ES: Breaking the Barrier: The Ideal Lesson Plan: Ten Steps to Total Fluency, John Conner, Breaking the Barrier

An ideal lesson plan should be active and engaging, helping students to master the underlying structure and grammar of a language. In this session, John Conner, head of Modern Language at Groton School and author of the acclaimed Breaking the Barrier series, leads participants through ten activities guaranteed to make classes more productive and exciting. Videoclips will be shown, and the ideas presented can be used the very next day with your own students! Presented in English with examples in French and Spanish and of interest to high school and college educators.

50. Simple Technology -- Just Me, My Laptop, and a Computer Projector, Kazumi Yamashita, Maloney Interdistrict Magnet School

Most of us want to use more technology to enhance student learning and motivation; however, it can be difficult to put each student at a computer due to limited equipment, time, or technical knowledge. In this session, the presenter will show examples of how teachers can use just one computer and a computer projector to enhance student learning through PowerPoint presentations, internet sites, and video. Presented in English with examples in Japanese and of interest to PreK-12 educators.

51. ES: Oxford Univ Press: Oxford Language Dictionaries Online, Amy Tiedemann, Oxford University Press

The innovative Oxford Language Dictionaries Online site offers essential language learning resources never before available online: fully searchable, completely comprehensive bilingual dictionaries, and unique study materials that provide extra help with learning and using an expanding range of languages. Currently offering over 1.2 million words and phrases and more than 2 million translations in Spanish, French, Italian, and German, OLDO will be expanding in May to include Chinese, Russian and native speaker pronunciation. Presented in English and of special interest to high school and postsecondary educators.

52. Communities and Connections: Hardest Standards to Meet or Greatest Opportunities, Anna Chamot, NCLRC/GWU; Sheila W. Cockey, NCLRC

"What are the hardest standards to incorporate in your teaching?" we asked teachers nationally. 58% answered Communities, and 24% said Connections. Discuss and see ways of meeting these standards and thus moving from the isolation of the language classroom to involvement with the community and with other content classes, strengthening your school’s language program and increasing your career horizons. Presented in English with examples in Spanish and French and of interest to PreK-16 educators.

53. ES: World Leadership School: International Service Learning: Immersion with a Purpose, Ross Wehner, World Leadership School

Service learning is a powerful way to help kids understand the "why" behind language learning. Students learn languages faster when they do volunteer work in a Spanish- or French-speaking country, live with families, and have daily meaningful interactions with local students their own age. Ross Wehner learned Spanish in two months by working in Chile. As founder of World Leadership School, he now helps language teachers organize their own service learning trips. In English and of special interest to high school educators.

54. Professional Portfolios for Teachers in the iGeneration, Rebecca Fox, George Mason University

This session will provide information about the contents and process of creating a performance-based Professional Development Portfolio in either electronic or hard copy format and consider its integral use in teacher professional development, as well as its role in the growth of critical reflective practice. The presenter will explain how one teacher education program has used the Portfolio for formative program evaluation. Current examples of content Guidelines aligned with the INTASC, ACTFL NCATE, and National Board Standards will be included. Handout provided. Presented in English and of special interest to teacher educators.

55. ES: Avant Assessment: STAMP -- Web-based, Reading, Writing & Speaking Assessment, Kyle Ennis, Avant Assessment (formerly Language Learning Solutions)

Don't be discouraged by the daunting task of proficiency-based assessment! This session will showcase the STAMP web-based assessment system that is in use across the country. The presenter will describe the functionality of the assessment and reporting capabilities used at the school, district, and state levels. This session will be presented in English, with assessment examples in Chinese, Japanese, French, Spanish, German and Italian. Of special interest to secondary school educators.

56. Mathematics and Language: A Joint Venture, Janice Dowd, CLASS; Sara Buchbaum, Allendale Public Schools

Elementary language programs are suffering because of a national interest in raising mathematics scores. In this second part demonstration, presenters will discuss how teachers can combine mathematics problem solving skills with foreign language teaching. Teachers will see that students are re-learning math concepts while practicing language skills. Examples showing interdisciplinary teaching practices will be provided in Spanish and French. Of special interest to elementary school educators.

57. Lights, Camera, Action! Spanish in Context in Student-made Films, Silvia Pessoa, Carnegie Mellon U - Qatar City; Erik Helin, Carnegie Mellon University

This session describes the process of making student-made films in an elementary Spanish course and discusses the benefits of drawing on students´ interest in film and technology to enhance their engagement with the language in a meaningful and creative way. An introduction to the software MovieMaker will be presented and a sample assignment and a CD with film clips will be distributed. Presented in English with examples in Spanish and of interest to high school and college educators.

58. STARTALK: Enhancing the Fields of Arabic and Chinese, Myriam Met, NFLC

This session will present information on the STARTALK Project under the National Security Language Initiative, implemented by the National Foreign Language Center. Topics include the description and rationale of the project, the 2007 summer programs for teachers and students of Arabic and Chinese, and the resulting impact. The session will show digital clips of programs, and discuss what to expect for 2008 and beyond. In English with examples in Arabic and Chinese, and of special interest to high school, community college, and four-year college or university educators.

59. Digital Storyteller, Carmen Figueroa, Northern Virginia CC; Brendan Downey, University of Virginia; Karalyn Schneider-Diaz, Northern VA Community College; Jaeho Choi, University of Virginia

This presentation focuses on digital storyteller. It combines text and images with narration in the student's own voice to compose a short digital movie. This session will show how Digital storyteller offers teachers and students access to digital images and material that enable them to construct persuasive personal narratives. Digital Storyteller can be used in any language class. Presented in English with examples in Spanish and English, and of interest to any level from middle school to college level. No background knowledge is required to benefit from this session.

60. FLES: Teaching with Puppets and Interactive Strategies, Ariane Baer, Harley School

Puppets are a fun and effective way to engage students in the FLES classroom. Students will enjoy learning a second language when presented in situational contexts they can relate to. Puppets allow the FLES classroom to come alive! Participants will see various examples of puppet shows which can be used in the classroom, tools on how both teachers and students can create plot lines, and other interactive strategies to implement in the classroom. Presented in English with examples in French and Spanish. Of special interest to elementary school educators.

61. ES: Language Shaping Solutions: Cafe Francais, Paris Granville, Language Shaping Solutions

Equip your students to survive the French café and enjoy a session entirely in French. Presenter will model interactive learning experiences, demonstrate authentic videos, and offer a tasting of authentic café beverages. She will jump start your efforts to create a French café experience. Packet includes ten activities for your class, access to customizable resources, and a coupon for 25% at the Language Shaping Store. Presented in French and of interest to middle and high school level educators.

62. ES: University for Foreigners in Siena: Industrialization of the Italian Language & Culture around the World, Massimo Vedovelli, University for Foreigners in Siena

This session will focus on the Unistrasi (Universita per Stranieri di Siena) courses which use innovative methods to create new professional entrepreneurs, intended to be the new ambassadors of the values of Italianism. The program will cover Italian migration and emigration, economy, legislation, and Italian culture. It will also develop linguistic competence using distance learning methods and study abroad periods spent in Italy, as well as work experiences in Italian companies. In Italian with examples in Italian and of interest to all.

63. The Reading and Writing Sections of the AP Italian Exam, Samuel Ghelli, Kean University

This session will focus on the Reading and Writing parts of the AP Italian exam and intends to offer teachers directions and strategies for selecting, creating and utilizing effective materials for and in their courses. The session is of interest not only to AP instructors, but to every Italian educator who teaches reading, writing and grammar skills at the intermediate and advanced levels. In Italian with examples in Italian and open to all.

64. ACTFL National Language Teacher of the Year: Discover What Works!, Marty Abbott, ACTFL

This session will focus on strategies to engage students in the language learning process and motivating them to use the target language both in and beyond the classroom. In addition, participants will be updated on the Discover Languages...Discover the World advocacy campaign and resources that are available to them to use in their local communities.

65. Designing, Delivering, and Evaluating Trainee-Centered In-Service Workshops, Grazyna Dudney, Defense Language Institute

In in-service workshops, the key to accommodating trainees with different educational backgrounds and professional goals lies in a skillful integration of content and process. In this session participants will apply principles of learner-centered instruction to developing, delivering and evaluating in-service workshops. They will practice strategies for accommodating trainees’ individual needs and design and present a mini workshop. Presented in English.

68. New Approaches to Foreign Language Lesson Planning, Ben Rifkin, Temple University

Come to this session and experience a lesson in Russian. We'll start with a demonstration lesson and then work to analyze its constituent parts. Participants will learn new approaches to planning the foreign language lesson at any level of instruction. Presented in English with examples in Russian and of interest to PreK-16 educators.

69. ES: Wright Group/McGraw-Hill: Literacy, Content, and More...Now You Can Have It All, Ines Lormand, Wright Group/McGraw Hill

Supporting literacy development and reinforcing content area concepts and skills have become mainstay for many world language teachers. Find out how to spruce up your classes with innovative, standards-based activities that will reach not only elementary but also middle and high school students. Differentiation of activities for different age and language ability groups will be demonstrated. Materials used during the session are yours to keep. Presented in English with examples in Spanish and of interest to PreK- 12 educators.

70. ES: Midwest European Publications: Live Action Spanish Interactive -- TPR on a Computer, Contee Seely, Midwest European Publications

This session will present TPR's first software, based on Seely and Romijn's widely-used TPR book ¡Viva la acción!: Live Action Spanish. The highly-interactive program incorporates video, still photographs, a variety of intriguing interactive activities, and grammar and dictation components. It is appropriate for learners from 3rd grade to adult/university. The program has been lavishly praised by students, teachers, and experts. Dynamic! Effective! Captivating! In English and Spanish with examples in Spanish.

71. Best of NH: Understanding the Middle East, Mohamed Eddefaa, Merrimack School District/NHAWLT

"Understanding the Middle East" is a session designed to help you understand the global and regional issues and provides information and leadership on these issues at your schools. Combining in-depth background information with hands-on practical advice, this workshop will provide you with the necessary knowledge to face your students' questions and help them to better understand the Muslim cultures. Presented in English with examples in Arabic, French, Spanish and English and of interest to those at the high school and postsecondary levels.

72. How to Prepare Students for the SAT II Latin Test, Pat DiPillo, Falmouth Public Schools

How well do you prepare your students to take the SAT II Latin Tests? Participants in this session will come away with greater understanding of this test taking format in general as well as specific tips and strategies to help students prepare to take them. Discussion of specific sections and preparation for taking them will be a major focus of this session. Presented in English with examples in Latin and of interest to high school educators with familiarity with the syntax of Latin grammar.

73. Embracing the Challenge: Preparing Today's Students for Tomorrow, Dawn Santiago-Marullo, Victor Central Schools; Timothy McElheran, Victor Central Schools

What impact do worldwide economic and political changes have on education? How can we prepare our students to survive - even thrive - in a global economy? After reviewing some of the major factors affecting the future of our country and sharing insights from a trip to China, we (an administrator and her Superintendent of Schools) will share successful strategies for raising awareness and building consensus among staff and community members to raise academic achievement through continuous improvement and community involvement. Presented in English and of interest to high school educators.

74. ES: Transparent Language: Create a Richer Learning Environment through Technology, Kristi Guillemette, Transparent Language

See how Before You Know It, from Transparent Language, can enrich your language curriculum with tools that students enjoy. Learn about the Before You Know It program for educators, the easy, learning tool that you can customize for your curriculum. Teachers are asked to participate in discussions about technology in their classroom and are shown how to easily implement the program into their existing lessons. A free version of the Before You Know It Educator Edition will be available for each attendee. Presented in English with examples in 40+ languages and of interest to all educators.

75. New Jersey Grade Eight Pilot Assessment Project, Cheri Quinlan, Toms River Public Schools; Linda Forrest, Center for Applied Second Language

The largest assessment project undertaken in the NEC states delivered through online technologies is currently in the second year of implementation. Presenters provide an overview of the project, discuss research data indicating key variables affecting student performance and explain how results are being used to inform policy decisions and professional development that focuses on data-driven instruction. Presented in English and of interest to preK-8.

76. Facilitating Success: How to Converse Meaningfully at the Elementary Level, Gisela Hoecherl-Alden, University of Maine; Susan Griffin, Boston University; Jennifer Peterson, University of Minnesota

Providing learners with ways to converse in the target language necessitates student-centered instruction and techniques that facilitate language production. A variety of high- and low-tech activities challenge students to meaningful language use and stimulate their intellectual curiosity. Presenters will ask audience to participate in activities encouraging creative language use and critical thinking and student engagement. The exercises are applicable to all beginning-level language classes. Presented in English with examples in German and Spanish and of interest to PreK-16 educators.

77. Speaking the Language of Our "Digital Natives", Faith Noll Braut, Ramapo Central School District; Paul Garofano, Cherry Lane Elementary School; Nancy Plasencia, Ramapo Central SD

Are you ready to learn the technological language of our students? Presenters will share ideas on how to develop technology projects that directly relate to your curriculum and today's technology. Examples of Podcasting, Garageband, Comic Life and related MAC and PC programs will be modeled as both teaching tools and project showcases in both Elementary and Middle School programs. Participants will leave knowing current technologies available to language educators. Presented in English with examples in Spanish and of interest to PreK-8.

78. ES: Edilingua Edizioni: Nuovo Progetto Italiano 2: Even Better than the First Level - Even More Fun!, Antonella Albano, Edilingua Edizioni/ Gulf Coast HS

How can we motivate students at the pre-intermediate level? How can we balance grammar, communication, and culture? How can we get them to really learn in an inductive way? Nuovo Progetto Italiano 2 makes learning Italian more fun, thanks to a series of innovative features. Sample copy sets will be given to all participants. In Italian with examples in Italian and of special interest to high school and postsecondary educators.

79. No Textbook Left Behind: How to Survive in the WL Classroom without the Book, Dana Pilla, Moorestown High School; Glennysha Jurado-Moran, Thomas Jefferson MS; Esperanza Kays, Lincoln School

Are you tired of an outdated textbook? Wish there were a way to keep your lessons current year after year? Learn how to design a K-12 curriculum based on original tasks rather than text book units. Gain insight into a method of departure from the standard textbook units and find a way to incorporate unique ideas into your own thematic task based planning without relying on a costly text. Examples and activities will be provided in Spanish at the elementary, middle and high school levels. Presented in English with examples in Spanish and of interest to PreK-12 educators.

80. Shifting Learning Paradigms through the Intersection of Technology and Pedagogy, Edward Dixon, University of Pennsylvania; Jami Clark, University of Pennsylvania; Nicole Mills, University of Pennsylvania; Nelleke Van Deusen-Scholl, Yale University Language Center

Technology permits greater opportunities for incorporating virtual, authentic and collaborative learning into the curriculum. We will show how Chats, Podcasts, video recordings and Bb are used to complement traditional classroom activities and extend them to newer levels of reflection and interaction. Furthermore, we will outline the theoretical, pedagogical implications of online learning environments with regards to teacher and learner roles, co-construction and data-driven learning. Presented in English with examples in French, German and ASL and of interest to high school and postsecondary educators.

81. ES: SGEL: Cómo trabajar los contenidos socioculturales en el aula de español?, Blas Martinez, SGEL

En esta sesión de trabajo, mostraremos la importancia del componente cultural y cómo éste influye en la competencia lingüística de los hablantes. Si consideramos que la lengua y la cultura son elementos indisociables para el aprendizaje eficaz de un idioma, analizaremos qué reflejo tiene en la forma de comunicarse y qué implicaciones prácticas introduce en el aula. In Spanish with examples in Spanish and of special interest to high school and postsecondary educators.

82. Tooling up for FLES* Teachers: Are You Tech-phobic?, Gladys Lipton, National FLES* Institute

What are the needs and strengths of iGeneration kids? Are YOU Tech-phobic? Are FLES* teachers ready to tool up for teaching these students effectively? How can teachers develop hands-on FLES* classroom assessment activities, using various types of technology? Join us in this practical session (with helpful handouts) on making FLES* language and culture come alive for today's FLES* learners! Presented in English with examples in French and Spanish.

83. Realistische Kinder- und Jugendliteratur: Vorbereitung auf das Leben, Beverly Harris-Schenz, University of Pittsburgh

Realistische Kinder- und Jugendliteratur, focuses on preparing children for life in the "real world." By examining a variety of examples, excerpted from texts written 1974-2004, we will explore this literature and how it can best be included in language/culture classes. A brief lecture, followed by group discussion, will allow participants to develop instructional ideas and activities. An annotated bibliography will be provided. Presented in German with examples in German and of interest to high school and postesecondary educators.

85. ES: Pearson Higher Education: MyLanguageLabs, Samantha Alducin, Pearson Higher Ed; Bob Hemmer, Pearson Higher Ed

Discover MySpanishLab, MyFrenchLab and My ItalianLab each offering a unique combination of full course management capabilities and powerful learning management tools designed especially for Spanish, French and Italian language teachers and students. In this session, you will learn how integrate MyLanguageLabs into your hybrid, fully-online and face-to-face classes. Presented in English with examples in Spanish, French and Italian and of interest to postsecondary educators.

86. Performance-Based Assessment and Rubrics: The Basics, Gregory Duncan, InterPrep, Inc.

Our classes are full of activities designed to have our students using the language they are learning. For our assessment endeavors to have integrity, they, too, must be full of opportunities for students to demonstrate what they can do with the language. This session will focus on the basics of performance-based assessment and rubrics: what good ones look like and the steps involved in creating them. Presented in English and of interest to high school educators.

88. Bringing Teachers Together for an Immersion Experience, Sheila W. Cockey, NCLRC

Is conducting an immersion experience for colleagues or students in your future? Learn how to plan, execute, and evaluate a successful immersion experience. Learn from experienced facilitators about how to avoid pitfalls through careful planning. See photos of actual immersion days and ask all of your questions. Presented in English with examples in French and Spanish and of interest to middle and high school educators.

89. When Students Teach Each Other: Developing Learner-Centered Technology, Carl Blyth, University of Texas; Karen Kelton, University of Texas

This presentation shows how to ‘turn instruction inside out’ by having students teach each other. In particular, we will demonstrate Français Interactif, an online beginning French program that documents the lives of study abroad participants for the benefit of students "back home." In addition, we will review research about how students attend differently to native and to non-native models in pedagogical materials. Presented in English with examples in French and of interest to high school and college level educators.

90. Contemporary Italy: News and Changes, Annamaria Monaco, Suffolk County Community College

This session will provide instructors of Italian with information on contemporary Italy. The presentation demonstrates how Istat (Italian Institute of Statistics) and its website can be used as important source of realistic material to learn about Italian society, economy, and demographic changes. Exercises that show how articles and readings released by Istat can be used in class are distributed. Presented in Italian and of interest to post-secondary educators.

91. ES: LinguaZone: Customizable Online Language Games, Margaret Roberts, LinguaZone; Colin Angevine, Dickinson College

At LinguaZone.com, language teachers input their own vocabulary to create colorful online games for students to play at school or home. Create your own or use other teachers’ games to drill vocabulary, practice conjugations, exercise translating skills, and more. Games can be adapted for any language and provide a multitude of new ways to reinforce grammar and vocabulary already presented in class. Presented in English with examples in French, Spanish, Latin, Italian and German and of interest to PreK-12 educators.

94. ES: Embassy of Spain: Los jóvenes españoles del siglo XXI, Carmen Garcia-Arguelles, Embassy of Spain Education Office

¿Cuál es el perfil de la juventud española actual? ¿Qué imagen tienen de sí mismos los jóvenes españoles del siglo XXI? ¿Qué piensan? ¿Qué problemas tienen? ¿Qué les preocupa? ¿Qué valores defienden? ¿Qué les interesa? ¿En qué creen? ¿Con qué se identifican? ¿Qué instituciones merecen su confianza? ¿Cuál es su modelo de familia?... En esta presentación trataremos de dar respuesta a estos y otros interrogantes. Presented in Spanish and of special interest to high school educators.

96. Casting a Broad Net: Diverse Learners in Community College Classrooms, Charlotte Gifford, Greenfield Community College

This session examines multiple strategies to meet the various needs of community college students. By examining different learning processes from our learners’ perspectives, we can develop a smorgasbord of strategies that can resonate for all learners. Practical samples of multi-modal instruction include visuals and props, phonemic/orthographic charts, color-coding, symbols and shapes, manipulatives, classroom postings, graphic organizers, self-assessments and surveys. Handouts and how-to’s, including adaptable samples. Presented in English with examples in French and Spanish and of may be of particular interest to community college educators.

97. Rassias & The Latin Classroom - Snapping Your Way to Effective Language Instruction, Micheal Posey, The Collegiate School

When studying languages, grammar and vocabulary by themselves cannot hold the attention of today’s typical language learner for very long. Thus, teaching techniques such as the Rassias Method have made technical mastery of foreign languages both fun and efficient due in large part to its whiz-bang! pacing and high rate of student response. Given the Latin language teaching community’s recent renaissance of the promotion of oral language in the classroom, many among us are re-thinking Rassias and discovering how and where to utilize his Method in our newly-outfitted differentiated-instructed classrooms. Thus, the goal of this presentation is to provide attendees with some background on the Rassias Method while also relaying hints on how best to incorporate Rassias in classroom instruction. Presented in English and examples in Latin and of interest to middle and high school educators.

98. ES: Alma Edizioni: Looking Two Ways, Strategies for Approaching the Theme of Culture in Materials Published in Italy for North American College & University Students of Italian, Giulia Scarpa, Alma Edizioni

The speaker will present materials which show how students of Italian can understand the subtleties of culture by having their own perceptions validated by their course book and their language instructor. The strategy of acknowledging the process of identification and/or differentiation allows the students a participative approach to the study of Italian culture. Looking two ways -- oneself through the other and the other through oneself -- the students are led to perceive the complexity and intricacies, the nuances and the multifaceted layers of which the concept of culture is composed and conveyed by the language. Culture is conceived as a momentous raising of consciousness and intellectual alertness while studying Italian language and exploring ideas, biases, imagery of Italian culture through the Internet and class work. In English and Italian with examples in Italian and of special interest to college and university educators.

99. Turning Instruction Inside Out through Assessment and Grading, John De Mado, John De Mado Lang. Seminars, Inc.

Grading drives the way we assess; assessment drives the way we instruct. Instruction can not be 'turned inside out' unless we rethink, first, how we grade and, secondly, how we assess. This session will provide a model assessment and a grading strategy designed to include all students and to meet the challenges of the 'proficiency-oriented' classroom. Presented in English with examples in French, Spanish and Italian. Of special interest to high school and postsecondary educators.

100. Make Your Own Music Videos in the Target Language, Mohamed Esa, McDaniel College

Many language teachers sometimes wish that they had a music video at their disposal to get students’ attention and motivate them. There are so many songs and music videos that teachers would like to use in their classes but cannot because of a possibly offensive word or an image that is inappropriate for their students. In this session, you will learn how to create your own music videos and how to edit audio and video songs to fit your needs. Presented in English with examples in Arabic, French, German and Spanish and of interest to PreK-16 educators.

101. ES: World of Reading: Reveil - Repression and Renaissance of the French in New England, Eileen Angelini, Focus Publishing/Canisius College

Discover and explore this exciting and unique new documentary and instructor’s resource guide. We will screen excerpts from this 81 minute film regarding the history, trials and tribulations of the Franco-American community in New England. This documentary, presented in English and French, is divided into nine chapters. We will explain how to use each of the individual chapters innovatively and effectively in a classroom setting. Presented in English with examples in French and of interest to PreK-16 educators.

102. How to Organize and Create Community-based Instruction, Kazuo Tsuda, UNIS; Jun Fukami, UNIS; Misaki Matsui, UNIS; Masayo Ohyama, UNIS

The purpose of the Northeast Council of Teachers of Japanese (NECTJ) is to broaden Japanese language education in the northeastern area of the country and assist educators in their professional work as teachers of Japanese language and culture. The majority of our work focuses on the high school level, but we also work with educators at American middle & elementary schools and schools for children of Japanese heritage. Our members are also engaged in grassroots relations with community administration and other school colleagues. Presenting in English/Japanese with examples in Japanese and of interest to PreK-12 educators.

103. ES: McGraw-Hill Higher Ed: Unique New Intro Spanish Titles: "Pasaporte" and "Portafolio", Katie Crouch, McGraw-Hill Higher Ed; William Glass, McGraw-Hill Higher Ed

We are pleased to introduce two groundbreaking additions to the McGraw-Hill introductory Spanish list! Portafolio, our first introductory Spanish book available in split volumes. And Pasaporte, our first Spanish book for advanced beginners of Spanish. In English with examples in Spanish and of special interest to high school and college educators.

104. Here's Help Becoming One of the iGeneration!, Mikle Ledgerwood, Samford University/Stony Brook Univ; , ; Pierre Capretz, Yale University; Felix Kronenberg, Pomona College; Audrey Sartiaux, Union College

This panel, sponsored by the International Association for Language Learning Technology, will help attendees who are not familiar or comfortable with cutting edge technology learn about this technology. The panelists will be prepared to present this technology, show examples of it and will be happy to explain how this technology can be used for successful language learning in straight-forward and non-technical language, piggy-backing on teacher experiences with other technologies and pedagogical approaches. The purpose of this panel is to provide the help practicing teachers might need to be a part of the iGeneration in the fullest way possible, while using their previous knowledge to help with this transition.

105. ES: Dolo Publications: Innovative Strategies for Building Language through Song, Patti Lozano, Dolo Publications, Inc.

Singing songs is a jumping-off point for a multitude of language-learning activities. After an energetic chanting unit (vital for teachers and students uncomfortable with singing,) humorous songs are used to demonstrate generic interactive activities involving improvisation, role-play, choreography, drawing, magazine utilization, office supplies and "brain" games. A lot is packed into this fun, fast-mvoing session! The extensive handouts (Spanish, French, German, ESL) include most songs/activities. Session is of interest to PreK-12 educators.

106. INDEX: A New Learning Paradigm for Low-Incidence Languages, Michael Cave, Needham Public Schools

Want to expand language offerings beyond the Big Three? Wish you could offer Arabic or Swahili but can't find an instructor? The INDEX model may be the answer. This session will show you how to design and implement a self-instructed L2 program for qualified High School students that actually produces results. You'll see student work and hear the students describe their INDEX experiences. Presented in English and of interest to all. Familiarity with ACTFL Performance Standards for K-12 learners is recommended.

107. ES: AATF and French Embassy Promote French, Jayne Abrate, AATF/ Southern Illinois University

The AATF and the French Embassy have undertaken a project to promote the study of French. A complete public relations campaign with supporting materials will be made available to AATF members and French teachers. Come find out what is available and how to use it. Presented in French and of interest to high school and college educators.

108. Cantando Se Aprende!, Cristina Sparks-Early, Northern Virginia Community College

Do you remember the lyrics to songs from your childhood or the 70's and 80's? Songs are a wonderful way to reinforce vocabulary and grammar in your classroom. Popular songs can open the door to culture, history and many discussions. Come sing and take home lessons and songs that will help your students remember your classroom for years, maybe even decades, to come. Presented in English with examples in Spanish and of interest to middle school, high school, community college and college educators.

109. ES: Guerra Edizioni: Learning Italian Language by Listening, Rosa Errico, Guerra Edizioni

The first contact with a language is mostly listening people. In the session we will focus on the different way to listen. Using many audio imputs: dialogues, songs, radio-news, audio-stories we will analize a variety of activities to do with our students. Through funny and interesting activities we will bring them to enjoy the music of Italian language and to understand and imitate native speakers. Presented in Italian and of interest to post secondary educators.

111. ES: RAI Marketing & Italian Embassy: Teaching Italian Language & Culture through RAI Clips, Cristina Loglio, RAI Marketing; Loredana Cornero, RAI Marketing; Elda Buonanno, Iona College; Luigi De Sanctis, Education Office/Italian Embassy; Carlo Cipollone, Education Office/Italian Consulate General in Boston; Alfio Russo, Education Office/Italian Consulate General in New York

Sixty American universities, in collaboration with the Italian Embassy and the broadcaster RAI have recently incorporated in their education programs some original clips provided by RAI. In this session, applications useful for your curriculum and even for the AP Italian exam will be provided. Moreover, an open forum will be organized in order to allow veteran participants and newcomers to discuss relevant topics. In Italian with examples in Italian and of interest to educators at all levels.

112. iPods and iBooks in Middle School Performance Assessment, Francis Troyan, Casco Bay High School

Whether for Interpersonal, Presentational, or Interpretive Assessments, iPod and iBooks provide World Language teachers with an array of assessment options for middle school students. Examples will include student-made films (Presentational), student conversations and individual speaking conversations (Interpersonal), student, target-language podcasts and websites (Interpretive). Product descriptors and rubrics will be provided for the examples presented. Session in English with examples in French and of interest to middle school educators.

114. The Best of Both Worlds: Using Hybrid Courses for Language Instruction, Elizabeth Inman, College of the Holy Cross; Helen Freear-Papio, College of the Holy Cross

The recent proliferation of on-line courses dedicated to language instruction begs the question of the privileging of technology over classroom contact. The Directed Independent Spanish Curriculum at the College of the Holy Cross represents an approach to language learning that balances an incorporation of emerging technologies with individualized and small group instruction by native speakers. Presented in English with examples in Spanish and of interest to postsecondary educators.

115. Facilitating Global Citizenship: The Earth Charter in the Language Classroom, Isabel Kentengian, The College of New Jersey

In an increasingly interconnected world, the language class is uniquely positioned to develop students’ global citizenship skills. We will share our experience using The Earth Charter (EC) to explore topics of global concern such as human rights, eradicating poverty, and sustainable development in a high-intermediate Spanish writing course. Participants will then develop outlines for their own EC thematic units integrating language, global citizenship and critical thinking skills. Presented in English with examples in Spanish and of interest to postsecondary educators.

116. Impact of the National Standards: Ten Years Later, Marty Abbott, ACTFL; Helene Zimmer-Loew, AATG

Come to this session to learn about how the national standards have been incorporated into other national initiatives and get an update on the new standards initiatives. In order to be an advocate for your languages programs, it is important to know what’s happening at the national level so you can inform your local administrators and policy makers! The presenters will also update you on a grant application to assess the impact of the national standards on classroom instruction and provide further updates on National Board certification and the ACTFL/NCATE standards process. Presented in English and of interest to all. Handouts will be provided.

117. What's the Cutting Edge of Technology for Language Learning and the iGeneration?, Felix Kronenberg, Pomona College; Kevin Gaugler, Marist College; Mikle Ledgerwood, Samford U/SUNY Stony Brook

The International Association for Language Learning Technology is pleased to present a panel who will give attendees a taste of the "cutting edge" of current technology showing how this technology is being used and can be used for language learning and teaching. The panelists will show examples of this technology and discuss its implementation. They will be prepared to answer questions from the audience relating both to examples shown as well as other aspects of what is considered cutting edge technology. Finally they will be prepared to extrapolate from the present state of technology to the technology of the near future and how it might be used for language learning.

120. ES: Vista Higher Learning: Wait Time, Not Wasted Time, Norah Lulich Jones, Fluency Language Services

Research shows Wait Time tecniques help students communicate more effectively and take more personal responsibility. In this interactive mini-workshop, you'll experience Wait Time techniques within typical classroom activities, in lcuding building skills in speaking, listening, and reading; learning and using vocabulary and grammar; and using audio and video. We'll also discuss how Wait Time creates a more cooperative learning environment. Handouts provide research and practical techniques. Presented in English with examples in Spanish and of interest to high school educators.

121. Justo Lamas Concert Session

Justo Lamas is a gifted singer from Buenos Aires, Argentina who has earned the love, respect and admiration of thousands of Spanish teachers and their students. For over six years, Justo Lamas has been performing concerts in Spanish in schools throughout the United States, promoting Hispanic culture and assisting teachers in motivating their students to learn this language through his music. His music is helpful and used at every level of Spanish teaching. Attend the concert session Friday afternoon and the teaching application session Saturday morning from 10:00 am - 11:15 am in the Astor Ballroom! In Spanish and English with examples in Spanish and of interest to all.

122. Study Abroad and Language Programs at Home: Benefits and Challenges, Barbara Thornbury, Temple University; Kumi Omoto, Temple University

As teachers, we encourage our students to study abroad. What are the benefits and challenges to our language programs at home, now and in the future, as increasing numbers of students study language abroad? We will focus on Temple University’s main-campus Japanese program as a case study, but raise issues relevant across the spectrum of language curriculums. Presented in English with examples in Japanese and of interest to post-secondary educators.

123. Best of ME: Developing Multiple Literacies through L2 Writing at all Levels, Gisela Hoecherl-Alden, University of Maine; Susan Griffin, Boston University; Jane Smith, University of Maine

By integrating listening, speaking, reading and cultural activities with writing instruction at all levels, students develop good writing skills and habits. Since literacy also involves knowing how to locate, evaluate, use, and communicate using a wide range of sources, task- and activity-oriented writing instruction addresses linkages between the native and second language. Reflective L2 writing not only improves target language skills but also L1 writing across the curriculum. Tasks range from free and collaborative writing assignments to polished essays with appropriate sequencing and linguistic connectors. Presented in English with examples in French, German and Spanish and of interest to high school and post secondary educators.

124. FLES Networking Session, Virginia Staugaitis, Washington Primary School Region 12

This FLES Neworking session will provide participants with updated news, information and current issues facing early world language educators. In addition, information will be provided on how to use technology in the elementary classroom. Several examples that can easily be implemented in a FLES program will be shared. Presented in English with examples in Spanish/multiple languages and of interest to elementary educators.

125. ES: Authentik Language Learning: AP Spanish Language Success with Authentic Print and Audio Texts, Barbara Sudrow, Authentik Language Learning Resources

Authentik en español and La Cometa are language learning magazines which integrate up-to-date authentic articles and radio recordings with interesting learning exercises. The activities develop reading and listening skills, understanding of grammar and cultural aspects and help to enhance students’ confidence in oral presentations. In this session, participants will try out a range of activities suitable for AP and pre-AP students of Spanish. In English with examples in Spanish, and of special interest to high school and postsecondary educators.

126. "A mission to learn": Strategy Advice from Intermediate LCTLs Students, Jill Robbins, Nat'l Capital Lang. Resource Center

Presenters introduce video clips of candid guided interviews and think-alouds with second-year university learners of Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, and Korean. Students reveal their strategies for meeting the challenges of these languages and reflect on their motivations and ideas for improving instruction. Differences are discussed between heritage and nonheritage learners approach to target culture. Teachers may use these videos to communicate advice to their own LCTL students. Presented in English with examples in Chinese, Arabic, Japanese and Korean and of interest to college faculty.

127. ES: EMC Publishing: ¡A toda vela!: A New & Exciting Textbook for AP Spanish, Spanish for Spanish Speakers, and/or Intermediate Level at College/University, Carmen Herrera, EMC Publishing

¡A toda vela!, a NEW textbook designed to guide, challenge, and enthuse students while increasing their language proficiency is a ground-breaking program for native speakers, college-level students, or those preparing for the new AP Spanish exam. ¡A toda vela! includes AP exam preparation material and is a complete, flexible and innovative language program that is ideal for all advanced levels. Come share game and activity ideas! In English and Spanish with examples in Spanish and of special interest to high school and postsecondary educators.

128. Introducing Arabic: Steps to a Viable Program, Karin Ryding, Georgetown Univ

This lecture deals with practical issues of introducing Arabic instruction to any level of curriculum - elementary, secondary or tertiary. It outlines key areas of concern to administrators and language coordinators who may have responsibility for introducing, supervising, and evaluating Arabic instruction at their institutions. Topics covered include: Myths about Arabic, What You Need to Know, Strategies, and Resources. Presented in English with examples in Arabic and of interest to high school and college educators.

129. Infusing Language Lab Technology and Assessments, Erin Curry, Suffern Middle School; Faith Noll Braut, Ramapo Central School District; Regan Georgas, Suffern Middle School

In this session participants will learn how to infuse language lab technology with their own curriculum. Participants will also be presented with creative and engaging lab activities and assessments for students at any level. Presenters will share their own Middle School language lab activities and experiences that have revolutionized their language assessment process and classroom instruction. Presented in English with examples in Spanish and of special interest to secondary level educators.

130. SPQR: Using Film in the Latin Classroom, Madelyn Gonnerman-Torchin, MaFLA

From Spartacus through Gladiator to HBO's Rome, the classical world has fascinated modern audiences, including our current students. Building on this enthusiasm for Roman culture, the presenter will share creative activities for teaching communicative and critical thinking skills. Video clips will be accompanied by demonstrations of various activities and time will be allowed for audience participation. Participants will learn ways to help students discover the future through their discovery of language and culture. Participants will also receive handouts of activities to do in class Monday morning. Presented in English with examples in Latin and of interest to high school and post secondary educators.

131. Oral Language Building: The Starting Point to Success in Reading, Marcela Gerber, The Hockaday School

Success in developing spontaneous oral language in the early years helps students become confident readers. A variety of listening, speaking, reading, and writing activities will be presented using methods that allow children to develop language in a non-threatening atmosphere. Come experience these fun activities and also learn how to teach different aspects of your curriculum with standards-based lessons using big books, songs, games, and crafts. Presented in English and Spanish with examples also in French and of interest to PreK-8.

132. ES: Universita per Stranieri di Perugia: Developing a Linguistic & Cultural Syllabus for Study Abroad Programs, Roberto Dolci, Universita per Stranieri di Perugia; Barbara Spinelli, Columbia University

This presentation describes a study abroad program where American students and teachers work in pairs with Italian students and teachers who act as "cultural partners." All the cultural activities and the language lessons are carried out in partnership. This session presents a syllabus that has been developed to further increase linguistic and cultural knowledge for students and teachers in study abroad programs. In Italian with examples in Italian and of interest to all.

133. ES: Focus Publishing/R. Pullins Company: Inspiring Students with Feature Films: Teaching French Language and Literature, Eileen Angelini, Focus Publishing/Canisius College; Kerri Conditto, Focus Publishing/Tufts University

Moving beyond traditional methods of teaching language and literature, presenters will demonstrate effective techniques for exploiting film and literature to enhance the language acquisition process in the Intermediate level classroom. Presenters will address learning styles and methods for offering students the opportunity to explore film, literature, history and culture while acquiring vocabulary and grammar structures necessary for communicative proficiency in an interactive and enjoyable classroom. Presented in English with examples in French and of interest to high school and college educators. Will be providing handouts.

136. ES: Vision Wear International: Very Valuable Visuals, Lonnie Dai Zovi, Applause Learning Resources

Using picture demonstrations and manipulations, the presenter will show how all aspects of language learning can be enhanced. She will show the many uses of pictures for games, lessons, grammar demonstrations, listening and writing exercises, and dialogue creating, and also a new kind of TPRS! She will tell where many of these pictures can be downloaded or purchased. Multi-lingual examples, but the methods are universal. Of special interest to secondary (grade 6-12) educators.

137. Use of Authentic Materials in a Chinese Classroom, Karl Zhang, George Mason University; Li Fu, George Mason University; Maggie Xu, George Mason University

Chinese ancient poems, idioms, and parables are important components of Chinese literary and cultural heritage. Native Chinese language speakers not only learn them for personal enjoyment and enrichment, but also use them in a various ways in both their speaking and writing. Using Chinese ancient poems, idioms, and parables as supplementary materials with Chinese language students will definitely enhance students' learning tremendously. This session will discuss practical ways to select appropriate materials and how to use them in class. In this session, three seasoned teachers will share with the attendees some of their best strategies/experiences in teaching Chinese at the elementary level. Participants will be invited to share some of their own unique classrooms materials and games with each other. In Chinese with examples in Chinese and of interest to 6-12 educators.

138. Computerized Oral Proficiency Assessment: Test Development and Test Selection, Margaret Malone, Center for Applied Linguistics; Christina Cavella, Center for Applied Linguistics; Larry Thomas, Center for Applied Linguistics

In an age of accountability, foreign language educators increasingly assume testing responsibilities. Addressing this shift, this session explores aspects of test development using an external assessment, the Spanish and Arabic Computerized Oral Proficiency Instrument, as an example. Participants can apply this knowledge about test development to their test selection needs. Presented in English with examples in Spanish and Arabic and of interest to postsecondary educators.

139. Meet Marc Prensky for Q&A, Marc Prensky, games2train.com

This year's captivating Session Number One speaker, digital native expert Marc Prensky, has generously offered to spend some time speaking and working with NECTFL attendees. He'll focus on how to post and publicize your ideas or teaching strategies. iGen teachers are known for sharing materials they've developed, perhaps worrying less about being credited officially and more about getting the word out when something works in the classroom! Bring your questions and comments. Of interest to all.

140. Travel El Camino de Santiago, Maria Jose Llorens, AATSP; Bob Hodum,

Travel El Camino de Santiago and create hands-on units for students of all levels. The Way of St. James is a pilgrimage route that has been walked since the early 10th century. The way begins in Roncesvalles and transverses the north of Spain. It provides insight into Spain's distant past and offers the contemporary pilgrim respite from today's world. Come and join us in our exploration of this mystical route. Presented in Spanish with examples in English and of interest to high school and postsecondary educators.

141. Dramatic Assessments for Middle Schoolers: Theater for Integrated Performance Assessment, Joan Blair, Valley Forge MS

World language lessons that tap into theatrical activities engage students along a wide range of abilities and interests. The process of crafting a theatrical or structured improvisational performance also offers rich opportunities for effective student assessment. This session will highlight a selection of thematic lessons and corresponding assessment tasks based on folktale adaptations and corresponding performance rubrics. Presented in English with examples in Spanish and of interest to middle school teachers.

142. How to Prepare Intermediate Levels to Read Literature in the Target Language, Marzia Cozzolino, University of Pittsburgh

Intermediate level courses represent a critical stage in foreign language instruction. While students are, at this point, usually equipped with the fundamentals of the target language's grammatical structure and vocabulary, they often lack the adequate skills and strategies to read, process large quantities of written information at a desirable pace, and analyze complex texts. The PACE model offers a perfect framework for contextualizing grammar within literature. I show how in this context I have built a curriculum reading a fairly recent text from Italian literature: Jack Frusciante e uscito dal gruppo by Enrico Brizzi. Presented in English with examples in Italian and of interest to postsecondary educators.

143. Assessment in the Language Lab, Deborah Fernald Roberts, Westwood Public Schools

How can the language lab help us to assess students' ability to communicate in real-life situations? This workshop focuses on creative, student-centered ways to assess interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational skills using the technology of a digital language lab. Basic components of performance assessment are discussed, sample assessments using various features of the lab are shown, and scoring rubrics are presented. Beginning and advanced tasks are included. Presented in English with examples in French, German, Spanish and of interest to secondary (6-12) educators.

144. Rethinking the Language Requirement: New Tools for a New Generation, Cindy Yetter-Vassot, Franklin & Marshall College

With 24/7 access to authentic audio and video language resources, we must move beyond language requirements designed to be used only with textbooks focused on capital "C" culture and "survival" language skills. This session re-examines the college language requirement and the methods and resources we can use to adapt it for 21st century students. Sample activities and suggestions for modifying existing requirements will be given. Presented in English with examples in French and Spanish and of interest to high school and college educators.

145. Arabic Standards in Action: Ways of Classroom Applications, Muhammad Eissa, National Capital Language Resource/Eissa and Associates

Attendees will be able to grasp the idea of linking classroom activities to the 5 C's of the Standards of Arabic as a Foreign Language. Samples of learning activities for multiple levels will be presented, discussed and analyzed to illustrate how Standards could be implemented in AFL classrooms. Interactive discussion will encourage exchange of ideas among the audience. Please bring some of your best examples to share. Presented in English with examples in Arabic and of interest to PreK-16 educators.

146. High School and College Collaboration: An Example from Russian, Carol Ueland, Drew University; Ruth Edelman, Tenafly HS

In collaboration with a national professional organization, the American Council of Teachers of Russian, Ruth Edelman and Carol Ueland have run the New Jersey Olympiada of Spoken Russian for the last fifteen years. This presentation will describe the organizational strategies which have made for a successful outcome. How can high school and college programs work together to the benefit of both? What are the benefits for the students involved? Presented in English with examples in Russian and of interest to high school and college educators.

147. Best of RI: Levez-vous! ¡Levántense! Dances from Many Lands, Cynthia Teixeira, Coventry High School

Get out of your seats and ENJOY learning language through DANCE! By using body movement, commands in the target language, and the culture of music, the presenter will demonstrate teaching language in a non-traditional way. Specific examples will be in French and Spanish and can be applied to any language at any level. Music genres used will include Arabic belly dancing, Salsa and Merengue, French party songs and much more! Bring your dancing shoes and lots of energy! In English with examples in French and Spanish and of interest to all at the preK-12 levels.

150. From Textbook Goals to Conceptual Goals, Carol Meyer, Bennington College; Ikuko Yoshida, Bennington College

Textbooks are integral to many foreign language programs; however, they do not necessarily encompass all the teacher wants to teach or require students to generate their own understanding of the content. Participants will walk through the process of analyzing the content of textbooks and, based on that content, design a course that allows students to understand a predefined concept in terms of the target culture. Presented in English with examples in Spanish and Japanese and of interest to high school and college educators.

151. ES: Eduespaña: Help Students Prepare for the AP Spanish Exam with Study Abroad, Mario de Antonio Franck, Eduespaña

This session is about how you can help your students to prepare for the AP Spanish language and literature exams with study abroad in Spain. Immersion in the Spanish culture and language is coupled with activities to help the students to feel self-confident. In Spanish with examples in Spanish and of special interest to high school educators.

152. Connecting K-5 Spanish Immersion with a Pre-AP/AP Program, Rosemarie Zorrilla, Manheim Township S D; Priscilla Stoner, Manheim Twp School Dist.

This session will focus on how one school district successfully integrated a K-5 Spanish immersion program into a Spanish Language Pre-AP/AP curriculum, grades 6-12. Through feasibility studies, recorded student interviews and articulated curriculum participants will learn how to start an immersion program, collect data, establish programming K-12, and achieve desired AP results. Presented in English with examples in Spanish and of interest to Pre-K-12 educators.

153. Using YouTube Videos as Authentic Materials, Jayne Abrate, AATF/ Southern Illinois University

The popularity of YouTube and other video sharing Web sites has made available recordings of authentic broadcasts, performances, comedy skits, and other clips that can be used to teach listening comprehension and culture and give impetus to student-created presentations. Examples of songs and a comedy skit will be provided with accompanying lesson plan and materials. Familiarity with internet helpful. Presented in French with examples in French and of special interest to high school and postsecondary educators.

154. Co-Teaching with the Masters: Integrating Art into the Classroom, Peggy Boyles, Peggy Boyles & Associates

Imagine what it would be like to teach French with Pierre-Auguste Renoir by your side! What secrets could Frida Kahlo whisper to you as you teach Spanish vocabulary? Attendees will participate in activities with the presenter that will model a variety of methods to integrate art into the classroom in a communicative way. Presented in English with examples in French and Spanish and of interest to middle and high school level educators.

155. ES: Goethe-Institut: The Standards, the Common European Framework (CEFR) and Language Assessment, Marianne Washburn, Goethe-Institut; Uwe Rau, Goethe-Institut

The Standards as well as the CEFR are guidelines or 'can-do' descriptions for what students should know and be able to do at various stages in their language development. In contrast to the Standards, the CEFR includes approaches to assessment and discussions of the purpose of assessment. This presentation will compare the two frameworks and introduce participants to examples of tests matching individual proficiency levels. Presented in English with examples in German and of interest to post secondary educators.

156. Participatory Pedagogy: Engaging Digital Learners through Social Networking, Barbara Lindsey, Univ of Connecticut

Ever hear of del.icio.us? flickr? youtube? myspace? Your students have and they’re using them to network with people all over the world! Come learn about these and other popular websites. Together, we’ll explore how they work and how we can harness their popularity to engage all our language learners, reinforce the 5 Cs and help prepare our students for life in a global, teamwork-oriented world. Presented in English with examples in French, German and Spanish and of interest to all. Familiarity with Internet and browsers helpful.