Upcoming events for Second-Language Teachers
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Check back often! We update this page weekly.
French Education Bursary for Students and Teachers
BC Ministry of Education
Full details about bursaries for teachers and students are found in the link below.
https://www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/education/ways-to-learn/french-programs/french_bursary_criteria.pdf
BC Ministry of Education
Full details about bursaries for teachers and students are found in the link below.
https://www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/education/ways-to-learn/french-programs/french_bursary_criteria.pdf
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BCATML Celebrating Languages Fall Conference 2019
October 24-25, 2019
Claremont Secondary School
4980 Wesley Road, Victoria, BC
www.bcatml.org/conference-info.html
Come celebrate languages and culture this October PSA day which coincides with Diwali weekend. It's been 19 years since BCATML has hosted its conference on Vancouver Island. This year's keynote speaker is Gurpreet Bains who will inspire you to imbed culture into your classroom. With over 35 workshops from which to choose, there is something for all teachers of French, German, Japanese, Mandarin, Punjabi, and Spanish! Regular rates end Oct. 6th.
October 24-25, 2019
Claremont Secondary School
4980 Wesley Road, Victoria, BC
www.bcatml.org/conference-info.html
Come celebrate languages and culture this October PSA day which coincides with Diwali weekend. It's been 19 years since BCATML has hosted its conference on Vancouver Island. This year's keynote speaker is Gurpreet Bains who will inspire you to imbed culture into your classroom. With over 35 workshops from which to choose, there is something for all teachers of French, German, Japanese, Mandarin, Punjabi, and Spanish! Regular rates end Oct. 6th.
Reconciliation through Indigenous Education
October 15 - November 19, 2019
A 6-Week Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) with UBC
https://pdce.educ.ubc.ca/reconciliation/
FREE
Engage with Indigenous knowledge keepers, educational leaders, and resources to enhance your understanding and knowledge of practices that advance reconciliation in the places where you live, learn, and work.
This course will help you envision how Indigenous histories, perspectives, worldviews, and approaches to learning can be made part of the work we do in classrooms, organizations, communities, and our everyday experiences in ways that are thoughtful and respectful. In this course, reconciliation emphasizes changing institutional structures, practices, and policies, as well as personal and professional ideologies to create environments that are committed to strengthening our relationships with Indigenous peoples.
Register by October 15, 2019.
Click here for additional information.
October 15 - November 19, 2019
A 6-Week Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) with UBC
https://pdce.educ.ubc.ca/reconciliation/
FREE
Engage with Indigenous knowledge keepers, educational leaders, and resources to enhance your understanding and knowledge of practices that advance reconciliation in the places where you live, learn, and work.
This course will help you envision how Indigenous histories, perspectives, worldviews, and approaches to learning can be made part of the work we do in classrooms, organizations, communities, and our everyday experiences in ways that are thoughtful and respectful. In this course, reconciliation emphasizes changing institutional structures, practices, and policies, as well as personal and professional ideologies to create environments that are committed to strengthening our relationships with Indigenous peoples.
Register by October 15, 2019.
Click here for additional information.
The JFT Online EdCamp for Japanese Language Teachers is a study group where the participants play leading roles. Discussion topics are decided by participants on the spot. Participants are welcome to suggest topics related to any problem they may face in their course of teaching, or something they want to hear others' opinions on, etc. The goal is not to listen to success stories, but for participants to work together to solve problems. The person who suggests the topic will decide what language it will be discussed in. Please feel free to choose among English, French and Japanese. Please feel free to post about the EdCamp on social media using the hashtag #EdCampJFT. You can also see what past participants have had to say about the event.
Time & Date: Wednesday, October 9, 2019 7pm - 9pm EDT
Registration: Please register online at
https://jftor.org/event/edcamp191009/
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact:
Ms. Noriko Saito nsaito@jftor.org 416-966-1600 ext. 224
This MEd provides an opportunity to examine classroom practices from a research-informed perspective. The focus is on teachers’ specific interests related to French language teaching, such as curriculum renewal, multilingual pedagogies and assessment, technology and media, and inclusive practices in the French language classroom. Two newly added courses will focus on integrating Indigenous perspectives and intercultural learning. BC candidates accepted into the program will be eligible for a BC Ministry of Education bursary (federal French program funding y of $1,500 per year. Applications to the MEd program are currently open to January 19, 2020.
2020 Whistler Conference
My PITA in partnership with the BC Association of Teachers of Modern Languages and BC Science Teachers Association presents Whistler 2020! Click here to learn more!
Friday, May 15 Hilton Whistler Resort
Morning Workshops: 9:30-11:45
Afternoon Workshops: 1:15-3:30
There are a variety of guest speakers from which to choose
Adrienne Gear: Powerful Writing Structures-Brain Pocket Writing a Year Long Writing Program
Kindra Harte: Second-Language Learning Centres and More! Let’s Rock This New Curriculum!
Phil Bakker: Guiding Inquiry Through Essential Questions
Paul Britton: Integrating Indigenous Perspectives and Ways of Knowing into Science Curriculum
Tanya Campbell & Andrea Leeks: Teaching Intermediate Core French with Confidence
John Munro: Science is a Verb-Using Demonstrations and Discrepant Events to Generate Science Inquiry
Morgan Whitehouse: Assessing Science with Learning Maps-Integrating Content and Curricular Competencies
Of particular note for second language teachers are sessions led by members of our executive, as this is a jointly organized PSA conference. In the morning, BCATML Vice-President Kindra Harte will explore how engaging Second Language Classes can be with centres and the new curriculum. In the afternoon, BCATML Elementary/Middle years Rep Tanya Campbell will show you how to gain confidence in your Intermediate Core French teaching practice. Other members of our executive team look forward to advertising the BCATML's professional supports for BC Teachers of Modern Languages and sharing our passion for language teaching!
My PITA in partnership with the BC Association of Teachers of Modern Languages and BC Science Teachers Association presents Whistler 2020! Click here to learn more!
Friday, May 15 Hilton Whistler Resort
Morning Workshops: 9:30-11:45
Afternoon Workshops: 1:15-3:30
There are a variety of guest speakers from which to choose
Adrienne Gear: Powerful Writing Structures-Brain Pocket Writing a Year Long Writing Program
Kindra Harte: Second-Language Learning Centres and More! Let’s Rock This New Curriculum!
Phil Bakker: Guiding Inquiry Through Essential Questions
Paul Britton: Integrating Indigenous Perspectives and Ways of Knowing into Science Curriculum
Tanya Campbell & Andrea Leeks: Teaching Intermediate Core French with Confidence
John Munro: Science is a Verb-Using Demonstrations and Discrepant Events to Generate Science Inquiry
Morgan Whitehouse: Assessing Science with Learning Maps-Integrating Content and Curricular Competencies
Of particular note for second language teachers are sessions led by members of our executive, as this is a jointly organized PSA conference. In the morning, BCATML Vice-President Kindra Harte will explore how engaging Second Language Classes can be with centres and the new curriculum. In the afternoon, BCATML Elementary/Middle years Rep Tanya Campbell will show you how to gain confidence in your Intermediate Core French teaching practice. Other members of our executive team look forward to advertising the BCATML's professional supports for BC Teachers of Modern Languages and sharing our passion for language teaching!
The VSB would like to invite Lower Mainland language teachers to participateprofessional development workshop on Monday, September 23rd addressing Competency-based Assessment for all grade 8-9 second languages. This full-day workshop is given in English and includes lunch. Please read the attached flyer for more information.
Centro Panamericano de Idiomas (CPI) Spanish Immersion Program for Spanish Teachers
Year-round; in San Joaquín, Monteverde, or Flamingo (Costa Rica)
http://www.cpi-edu.com/pst-regurlar
Cost: $600/per person/week
This specialized program is designed to take place over the course of two weeks for 4 hours a day in the mornings from Monday through Friday. During the high season in June and July, dependent on the number of enrolled participants, classes can take place in the afternoon, as well. Outside of class, students have the opportunity to go on excursions to visit the best tourist destinations in Costa Rica permitting participants a well-balanced mix of learning, culture, and fun while at CPI. Available year-round at all three locations (San Joaquín, Monteverde, and Flamingo), CPI highly recommends participants enrolled during school vacations -- such as: spring break, summer vacation, and winter break. Classes include textbooks, program certificate, and free weekly cultural activities.
Year-round; in San Joaquín, Monteverde, or Flamingo (Costa Rica)
http://www.cpi-edu.com/pst-regurlar
Cost: $600/per person/week
This specialized program is designed to take place over the course of two weeks for 4 hours a day in the mornings from Monday through Friday. During the high season in June and July, dependent on the number of enrolled participants, classes can take place in the afternoon, as well. Outside of class, students have the opportunity to go on excursions to visit the best tourist destinations in Costa Rica permitting participants a well-balanced mix of learning, culture, and fun while at CPI. Available year-round at all three locations (San Joaquín, Monteverde, and Flamingo), CPI highly recommends participants enrolled during school vacations -- such as: spring break, summer vacation, and winter break. Classes include textbooks, program certificate, and free weekly cultural activities.
Earlier events this school year
The Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) is designed to evaluate and certify the language proficiency of learners of the Japanese language. In Canada, the Japanese Language Proficiency Test is offered in Ottawa, Toronto, Edmonton and Vancouver.
Test Sites:
Ottawa (Carleton University) *NEW*
https://carleton.ca/slals/modern-languages/japanese/jlpt/
Toronto (York University)
http://buna.yorku.ca/jlpt/
Edmonton (University of Alberta)
https://www.ualberta.ca/ptjc/student-programs/jlpt
Vancouver (Langara College)
https://langara.ca/continuing-studies/programs-and-courses/programs/japanese-language-proficiency-test/index.html
Test Fee: $70 (CAD)
*the test fee is non-refundable and non-transferable
How to register:
Please visit the above sites for more details on how to register at each of the four Canadian locations.
Test Sites:
Ottawa (Carleton University) *NEW*
https://carleton.ca/slals/modern-languages/japanese/jlpt/
Toronto (York University)
http://buna.yorku.ca/jlpt/
Edmonton (University of Alberta)
https://www.ualberta.ca/ptjc/student-programs/jlpt
Vancouver (Langara College)
https://langara.ca/continuing-studies/programs-and-courses/programs/japanese-language-proficiency-test/index.html
Test Fee: $70 (CAD)
*the test fee is non-refundable and non-transferable
How to register:
Please visit the above sites for more details on how to register at each of the four Canadian locations.
AIM Workshop
August 24 -25, 2019
VANCOUVER WORKSHOP
York House School
4176 Alexandra Street (Vancouver, BC)
Register early for big savings! Early bird ends May 15, 2019.
Use this coupon code to receive $50 off D7KZG8H2EQ9P
What is the AIM?
The Accelerative Integrated Methodology (AIM), is a research-based language teaching methodology developed by a Canadian teacher in her classroom and that is now used in classrooms all over the world to teach languages! The AIM has proven success at rapidly accelerating students’ oral and written proficiency.
They offer a Beginner/Refresher French Workshop & an Experienced French Workshop
August 24 -25, 2019
VANCOUVER WORKSHOP
York House School
4176 Alexandra Street (Vancouver, BC)
Register early for big savings! Early bird ends May 15, 2019.
Use this coupon code to receive $50 off D7KZG8H2EQ9P
What is the AIM?
The Accelerative Integrated Methodology (AIM), is a research-based language teaching methodology developed by a Canadian teacher in her classroom and that is now used in classrooms all over the world to teach languages! The AIM has proven success at rapidly accelerating students’ oral and written proficiency.
They offer a Beginner/Refresher French Workshop & an Experienced French Workshop
NTPRS Canada Conference
August 13-16, 2019
West Vancouver Secondary School
1750 Mathers Avenue, West Vancouver, BC V7V 2G7
www.tprsbooks.com/ntprs-2019-canada/
Canada will host its first National TPRS Conference this summer in West Vancouver! In Canada, we have many languages and language programs that are offered at different levels including, French immersion (early and late), Intensive French and Core French (FSL). In addition, we have many heritage language programs, Indigenous/First Nations language programs, and other languages such as Punjabi, Korean, Japanese, Mandarin, Spanish, German, etc. TPRS is a method that will help any teacher at any level to achieve their goals of speaking and writing proficiency.
The price for the conference has been reduced by almost $100.00 since it was originally priced in US dollars. Registration will range from $70-$350 CDN depending on the registration package. Registration is now open!
August 13-16, 2019
West Vancouver Secondary School
1750 Mathers Avenue, West Vancouver, BC V7V 2G7
www.tprsbooks.com/ntprs-2019-canada/
Canada will host its first National TPRS Conference this summer in West Vancouver! In Canada, we have many languages and language programs that are offered at different levels including, French immersion (early and late), Intensive French and Core French (FSL). In addition, we have many heritage language programs, Indigenous/First Nations language programs, and other languages such as Punjabi, Korean, Japanese, Mandarin, Spanish, German, etc. TPRS is a method that will help any teacher at any level to achieve their goals of speaking and writing proficiency.
The price for the conference has been reduced by almost $100.00 since it was originally priced in US dollars. Registration will range from $70-$350 CDN depending on the registration package. Registration is now open!
2019 Learning First Peoples Summer Institute
August 12-21 - Pinnacle Harbourfront Hotel (Vancouver, BC)
http://www.fnesc.ca/events-lfp/
The Learning First Peoples Summer Institute is designed to support educators to bring quality, authentic First Peoples teaching and learning into BC classrooms. The three sessions will introduce resources that focus on themes, issues, and topics of importance to First Peoples learning and informed by the First Peoples Principles of Learning. Each session will include print resources, activities and opportunities for professional dialogue and networking.
Registration deadline is August 2, 2019 or when capacity is reached (maximum of 60 people per session)
Full descriptions of sessions offered are found online.
August 12-21 - Pinnacle Harbourfront Hotel (Vancouver, BC)
http://www.fnesc.ca/events-lfp/
The Learning First Peoples Summer Institute is designed to support educators to bring quality, authentic First Peoples teaching and learning into BC classrooms. The three sessions will introduce resources that focus on themes, issues, and topics of importance to First Peoples learning and informed by the First Peoples Principles of Learning. Each session will include print resources, activities and opportunities for professional dialogue and networking.
Registration deadline is August 2, 2019 or when capacity is reached (maximum of 60 people per session)
Full descriptions of sessions offered are found online.
CAJLE (Canadian Association for Japanese Language Education) 2019 Annual Conference
August 6 - 7, 2019 (University of Victoria)
https://www.cajle.info/programs/cajle2019/call-for-proposals/
CAJLE (Canadian Association for Japanese Language Education) holds an annual conference which includes lectures and workshops by guest speakers, as well as research presentations and a general meeting. The conference provides a great opportunity for participants to exchange information and opinions on Japanese language education and Japanese linguistics. The CAJLE 2019 Annual Conference will take place in Victoria, BC.
Theme: "Hyōgen" Literacy: Exploring Japanese Language Education in a Diversifying Society from the Perspective of Communication"
Keynote Lecture/Teacher Workshop:
Mr. Oriza Hirata (Playwright, Director, Visiting Professor, Centre for the Study of CO* Design, Oaska University, Research Professor, COI Research Promotion Office, Tokyo University of the Arts, President, Professional and Vocational University of International Tourism and Art Management (Expected Commencement in 2021))
Teacher Workshop:
Dr. Wendy Carr (University of British Columbia, Canadian Association of Second Language Teachers)
Mr. Yoshifumi Murakami (Alberta Education, The Japan Foundation)
Abstract Submission Deadline: Monday, April 8, 2019
Notification of Acceptance: Thursday, April 25, 2019
For for information, please visit the CAJLE website:
https://www.cajle.info/programs/cajle2019/call-for-proposals/
August 6 - 7, 2019 (University of Victoria)
https://www.cajle.info/programs/cajle2019/call-for-proposals/
CAJLE (Canadian Association for Japanese Language Education) holds an annual conference which includes lectures and workshops by guest speakers, as well as research presentations and a general meeting. The conference provides a great opportunity for participants to exchange information and opinions on Japanese language education and Japanese linguistics. The CAJLE 2019 Annual Conference will take place in Victoria, BC.
Theme: "Hyōgen" Literacy: Exploring Japanese Language Education in a Diversifying Society from the Perspective of Communication"
Keynote Lecture/Teacher Workshop:
Mr. Oriza Hirata (Playwright, Director, Visiting Professor, Centre for the Study of CO* Design, Oaska University, Research Professor, COI Research Promotion Office, Tokyo University of the Arts, President, Professional and Vocational University of International Tourism and Art Management (Expected Commencement in 2021))
Teacher Workshop:
Dr. Wendy Carr (University of British Columbia, Canadian Association of Second Language Teachers)
Mr. Yoshifumi Murakami (Alberta Education, The Japan Foundation)
Abstract Submission Deadline: Monday, April 8, 2019
Notification of Acceptance: Thursday, April 25, 2019
For for information, please visit the CAJLE website:
https://www.cajle.info/programs/cajle2019/call-for-proposals/
SFU Camps en français
Summer 2019 (Simon Fraser University)
https://www.sfu.ca/camps/camps/summer/educational.html
SFU Camps en français
Été 2019
En collaboration avec le Bureau des affaires francophones et francophiles, SFU offre encore une fois cette année des camps de jour en français!
Introduction au français - French Intro (10 à 13 ans)
Parfait pour les jeunes qui considèrent l'immersion tardive.
Semaine du 12 août et semaine du 19 août
French Camps (6 à 9 ans)
Idéal pour les jeunes du programme d'immersion précoce ou francophone.
Semaines du 8, 15, 22 et 29 juillet
Tous les détails et inscriptions : https://www.sfu.ca/camps/camps/summer/educational.html
Summer 2019 (Simon Fraser University)
https://www.sfu.ca/camps/camps/summer/educational.html
SFU Camps en français
Été 2019
En collaboration avec le Bureau des affaires francophones et francophiles, SFU offre encore une fois cette année des camps de jour en français!
Introduction au français - French Intro (10 à 13 ans)
Parfait pour les jeunes qui considèrent l'immersion tardive.
Semaine du 12 août et semaine du 19 août
French Camps (6 à 9 ans)
Idéal pour les jeunes du programme d'immersion précoce ou francophone.
Semaines du 8, 15, 22 et 29 juillet
Tous les détails et inscriptions : https://www.sfu.ca/camps/camps/summer/educational.html
Japanese Boot Camp
July 22 - Aug. 2: Adults Boot Camp; Aug 12 - 23: Teens Boot Camp
The Japan Foundation (Toronto) $700 CAD for the course
https://jftor.org/bootcamp/
In this intensive 2 week course, students will cover the A1 level of the JF Standard, using the Japan Foundation's textbook Marugoto: Japanese Language and Culture Starter A1 focusing on communicative language activities. This course is for people who want to start using Japanese immediately, and students will gain practical ability communicating in everyday situations.
July 22 - Aug. 2: Adults Boot Camp; Aug 12 - 23: Teens Boot Camp
The Japan Foundation (Toronto) $700 CAD for the course
https://jftor.org/bootcamp/
In this intensive 2 week course, students will cover the A1 level of the JF Standard, using the Japan Foundation's textbook Marugoto: Japanese Language and Culture Starter A1 focusing on communicative language activities. This course is for people who want to start using Japanese immediately, and students will gain practical ability communicating in everyday situations.
Institut de français - UBC à Québec
July 1 - 19, 2019
Quebec City, Quebec
https://ubc.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=cdf1ab4bea2bb9967ee81d1da&id=2411e962bf&e=151fe5896d
Apply By: May 3, 2019
Bursary for BC Teachers:
French language immersion in the heart of Quebec City!
Historically, BC teachers have been eligible for a Canadian Heritage bursary that covers up to half of the program cost if they speak French as an additional language or will be involved in the teaching or supervision of French programs. We anticipate the bursary will be confirmed in January.
July 1 - 19, 2019
Quebec City, Quebec
https://ubc.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=cdf1ab4bea2bb9967ee81d1da&id=2411e962bf&e=151fe5896d
Apply By: May 3, 2019
Bursary for BC Teachers:
French language immersion in the heart of Quebec City!
Historically, BC teachers have been eligible for a Canadian Heritage bursary that covers up to half of the program cost if they speak French as an additional language or will be involved in the teaching or supervision of French programs. We anticipate the bursary will be confirmed in January.
SFU's FrancoFUN Bootcamp
French Immersion July 8 - 12; Core French July 15-19 (Burnaby)
http://www.sfu.ca/educfr/en/pro-D/bootcamp/bootcamp2.html
Registration open from February 4 to May 10th, 2019
Discover the Francophonie in all its forms, beyond the classroom on sunny Burnaby Mountain! Experience a full week combining pedagogy, French language, art and outdoor activities to help you explore and reflect on your own French teaching practices. Spend one week in the summer improving your French. Some of our teachers have said the Bootcamp was their best Pro-D ever! There is a week for Core French teachers as well as a separate week for Immersion teachers. $100 for the whole week thanks to bursaries! Allez-y, inscrivez-vous!
French Immersion July 8 - 12; Core French July 15-19 (Burnaby)
http://www.sfu.ca/educfr/en/pro-D/bootcamp/bootcamp2.html
Registration open from February 4 to May 10th, 2019
Discover the Francophonie in all its forms, beyond the classroom on sunny Burnaby Mountain! Experience a full week combining pedagogy, French language, art and outdoor activities to help you explore and reflect on your own French teaching practices. Spend one week in the summer improving your French. Some of our teachers have said the Bootcamp was their best Pro-D ever! There is a week for Core French teachers as well as a separate week for Immersion teachers. $100 for the whole week thanks to bursaries! Allez-y, inscrivez-vous!
Summer Workshop for Japanese-Language Teachers
Thurs. July 4 - Sat. July 6, 2019
Simon Fraser University (Burnaby Campus)
https://jftor.org/event/2019summer_workshop/
Participants: Japanese language teachers and those interested in Japanese language education are also welcome to attend.
Workshop 1: Thursday, July 4, 10:00 am-Noon
Japanese conversation class (designed for non-native speakers)
Workshop 2: Thursday, July 4, 1:00 pm-5:00 pm
ICT
Workshop 3: Friday, July 5, 10:00 am-5:00 pm
Flipped Classrooms and ICT
Workshop 4: Saturday, July 6, 10:00 am-5:00 pm
Action-Oriented Approach
*Doors will open at 30 minutes before the each workshop starts
Lecturer: Mr. Yoshifumi Murakami, Japanese Language Education Advisor
Language: Japanese
Registration (mandatory): Please register at the address below.
*Please note that registration is on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Accommodation support: Accommodation support is available for those who meet the following conditions. If you wish, please apply by June 13 at the same time as registering for the workshop. Accommodation support is also on a first-come, first- serve basis.
https://jftor.org/event/2019summer_workshop/
Contact: Noriko Saito (416)-966-1600 ext. 224 nsaito@jftor.org
Thurs. July 4 - Sat. July 6, 2019
Simon Fraser University (Burnaby Campus)
https://jftor.org/event/2019summer_workshop/
Participants: Japanese language teachers and those interested in Japanese language education are also welcome to attend.
Workshop 1: Thursday, July 4, 10:00 am-Noon
Japanese conversation class (designed for non-native speakers)
Workshop 2: Thursday, July 4, 1:00 pm-5:00 pm
ICT
Workshop 3: Friday, July 5, 10:00 am-5:00 pm
Flipped Classrooms and ICT
Workshop 4: Saturday, July 6, 10:00 am-5:00 pm
Action-Oriented Approach
*Doors will open at 30 minutes before the each workshop starts
Lecturer: Mr. Yoshifumi Murakami, Japanese Language Education Advisor
Language: Japanese
Registration (mandatory): Please register at the address below.
*Please note that registration is on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Accommodation support: Accommodation support is available for those who meet the following conditions. If you wish, please apply by June 13 at the same time as registering for the workshop. Accommodation support is also on a first-come, first- serve basis.
- Currently employed by an educational institution as a Japanese-language teacher.
- Able to participate in all workshops (or workshops 2-4 for native speakers of Japanese).
- As a rule, participants from outside the GVA.
https://jftor.org/event/2019summer_workshop/
Contact: Noriko Saito (416)-966-1600 ext. 224 nsaito@jftor.org
LV Congreso de la Asociación Canadiense de Hispanistas
June 5 - 7, 2019
Vancouver, University of British Columbia
http://www.hispanistas.ca/congresos/2019/programa2019.pdf
There are a few presentations related to teaching Spanish as a second languages. The program can be found here: http://www.hispanistas.ca/congresos/2019/programa2019.pdf.
June 5 - 7, 2019
Vancouver, University of British Columbia
http://www.hispanistas.ca/congresos/2019/programa2019.pdf
There are a few presentations related to teaching Spanish as a second languages. The program can be found here: http://www.hispanistas.ca/congresos/2019/programa2019.pdf.
FACT-B conference on Biodiversity and Forest
May 30, 2019 at 5:15 pm
UBC Robson Square
More information
The French Ameri-Can Climate Talks on Biodiversity (FACT-B) will be traveling to Vancouver to hold a conference highlighting the impact of climate change on the forests from the perspectives of France and Canada. The conference will feature panelists from France with Jean-François Silvain and Anne Larigauderie and Canada, Jennifer Psyllakis, Valerie Langer and Jessica Dempsey.
May 30, 2019 at 5:15 pm
UBC Robson Square
More information
The French Ameri-Can Climate Talks on Biodiversity (FACT-B) will be traveling to Vancouver to hold a conference highlighting the impact of climate change on the forests from the perspectives of France and Canada. The conference will feature panelists from France with Jean-François Silvain and Anne Larigauderie and Canada, Jennifer Psyllakis, Valerie Langer and Jessica Dempsey.
Online Lecture for Japanese Language Teachers
The Japan Foundation
May 29, 2019 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM PST (Online)
Attendance free, RSVP required
https://jftor.org/event/workshop190529/
The ONLINE Lecture for Japanese Language Teachers Series features lectures, workshops, or interviews moderated by Mr. Yoshifumi Murakami, Japanese Language Advisor at Alberta Education. The session on May 29 will feature a talk by Dr. Ikuko Komuro-Lee from University of Toronto titled "What do and don't learners who already know languages with kanji already know?". For full details click here.
The Japan Foundation
May 29, 2019 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM PST (Online)
Attendance free, RSVP required
https://jftor.org/event/workshop190529/
The ONLINE Lecture for Japanese Language Teachers Series features lectures, workshops, or interviews moderated by Mr. Yoshifumi Murakami, Japanese Language Advisor at Alberta Education. The session on May 29 will feature a talk by Dr. Ikuko Komuro-Lee from University of Toronto titled "What do and don't learners who already know languages with kanji already know?". For full details click here.
European Union Short Film Festival @ The Cinémathèque
May 23 - 25, 2019 (Vancouver)
The Cinémathèque
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The Cinematheque presents Vancouver’s first European Union Short Film Festival. The festival features three lively programs of short films from European Union member states, each showcasing works in a variety of genres and styles, including drama, documentary, and animation.
May 23 - 25, 2019 (Vancouver)
The Cinémathèque
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The Cinematheque presents Vancouver’s first European Union Short Film Festival. The festival features three lively programs of short films from European Union member states, each showcasing works in a variety of genres and styles, including drama, documentary, and animation.
Exhibition ''French Moderns''
Until May 20th, 2019
Vancouver Art Gallery
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The exhibition French Moderns: Monet to Matisse, 1850-1950 presents sixty paintings and sculptures including work by many celebrated artists including both those native to France, as well as those who trained and exhibited there.
Until May 20th, 2019
Vancouver Art Gallery
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The exhibition French Moderns: Monet to Matisse, 1850-1950 presents sixty paintings and sculptures including work by many celebrated artists including both those native to France, as well as those who trained and exhibited there.
French cartoonists at VanCAF and on tour
May 13-19, 2019 (Calgary, Edmonton, Vancouver)
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French comics creators Bessora and Jérémie Royer will travel across Western Canada, with stops in Calgary, Edmonton and finally at Vancouver for the Vancouver Comic Art Festival. Check out the detailed program in the events above.
May 13-19, 2019 (Calgary, Edmonton, Vancouver)
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French comics creators Bessora and Jérémie Royer will travel across Western Canada, with stops in Calgary, Edmonton and finally at Vancouver for the Vancouver Comic Art Festival. Check out the detailed program in the events above.
Café des Sciences : Femmes et monde du travail by Nicky Le Feuvre
May 17, 2019 at 5:30 pm
University of Victoria
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Nicky Le Feuvre, invited professor of sociology at the University of Victoria, will give a Café Scientifique untitled Femmes et monde du travail. She will explain how women's employment deeply transformed labour market and describe how the feminization of profession is currently happening. Free, on registration, cocktail-reception to follow.
May 17, 2019 at 5:30 pm
University of Victoria
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Nicky Le Feuvre, invited professor of sociology at the University of Victoria, will give a Café Scientifique untitled Femmes et monde du travail. She will explain how women's employment deeply transformed labour market and describe how the feminization of profession is currently happening. Free, on registration, cocktail-reception to follow.
DOXA Festival
May 2-12, 2019 (Vancouver)
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The DOXA Documentary Film Festival will take place from May 2 to 12. Director Mosco Levi-Boucault will be in Vancouver to present Berlusconi: the Mondadori Affair, They Were the Red Brigades and his latest release Corleone, as part of the spotlight ITALIA ITALIA. 60 movies will be screened, and among them Young Solitudes, directed by Claire Simon. An annual must-see cinematographic event.
May 2-12, 2019 (Vancouver)
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The DOXA Documentary Film Festival will take place from May 2 to 12. Director Mosco Levi-Boucault will be in Vancouver to present Berlusconi: the Mondadori Affair, They Were the Red Brigades and his latest release Corleone, as part of the spotlight ITALIA ITALIA. 60 movies will be screened, and among them Young Solitudes, directed by Claire Simon. An annual must-see cinematographic event.
Under Paris Skies, the music of Edith Piaf
May 10, 2019 at 7:30 pm
Dave Dunnet Community Theatre (Victoria)
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Music lovers will have the chance to enjoy Edith Piaf's music by Edie DaPonte Quintet. This show, performed by a four-piece band, is combining music and entertainment inspired by Paris and by the French cabaret singer's famous songs.
May 10, 2019 at 7:30 pm
Dave Dunnet Community Theatre (Victoria)
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Music lovers will have the chance to enjoy Edith Piaf's music by Edie DaPonte Quintet. This show, performed by a four-piece band, is combining music and entertainment inspired by Paris and by the French cabaret singer's famous songs.
Vancouver International Universities Fair 2019
May 5, 2019 from 1:00 - 4:00 pm
Vancouver Convention Centre (West)
www.nacacfairs.org
This free event is for students (and parents) from grades 9-12 providing them an opportunity to meet one-on-one with top universities across Canada, the United States, and the world. Students are encouraged to pre-register online. A full list of speaker sessions and participating universities are found online.
May 5, 2019 from 1:00 - 4:00 pm
Vancouver Convention Centre (West)
www.nacacfairs.org
This free event is for students (and parents) from grades 9-12 providing them an opportunity to meet one-on-one with top universities across Canada, the United States, and the world. Students are encouraged to pre-register online. A full list of speaker sessions and participating universities are found online.
Canadian Association of Second Language Teachers:
Languages Without Borders Conference
May 2-4, 2019 (Fredericton, NB)
https://www.caslt.org/en/professional-development/workshops-professional-learning/lwb
CASLT joins forces with the Second Language Research Institute of Canada (L2RIC) at the University of New Brunswick to hold our 7th national conference for second languages educators. The 2019 Languages Without Borders (LWB) conference will be held at the Fredericton Convention Centre, New Brunswick, from May 2–4, 2019. 2019 LWB will yet again offer a wide array of professional development sessions, pedagogical resources, and networking opportunities.
Languages Without Borders Conference
May 2-4, 2019 (Fredericton, NB)
https://www.caslt.org/en/professional-development/workshops-professional-learning/lwb
CASLT joins forces with the Second Language Research Institute of Canada (L2RIC) at the University of New Brunswick to hold our 7th national conference for second languages educators. The 2019 Languages Without Borders (LWB) conference will be held at the Fredericton Convention Centre, New Brunswick, from May 2–4, 2019. 2019 LWB will yet again offer a wide array of professional development sessions, pedagogical resources, and networking opportunities.
Japan Foundation of Toronto Online EdCamp for Japanese Language Teachers
April 26, 2019, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM PST
@ONLINE
Attendance free - RSVP required
https://jftor.org/event/edcamp190426/
The JFT Online EdCamp for Japanese Language Teachers is a study group where the participants play leading roles. Discussion topics are decided on by participants on the spot. Participants are welcome to suggest topics related to any problems they may have or something they want to hear others' opinions on, etc. The goal is not to listen to success stories, but for participants to work together to solve problems.
April 26, 2019, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM PST
@ONLINE
Attendance free - RSVP required
https://jftor.org/event/edcamp190426/
The JFT Online EdCamp for Japanese Language Teachers is a study group where the participants play leading roles. Discussion topics are decided on by participants on the spot. Participants are welcome to suggest topics related to any problems they may have or something they want to hear others' opinions on, etc. The goal is not to listen to success stories, but for participants to work together to solve problems.
National Canadian Film Day 2019: Mother of Many Children
Indigenous History and Culture Through the Films of Alanis Obomsawin
Wednesday April 17, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
VIFF Vancity Theatre 1181 Seymour Street, Vancouver
https://viff.org/Online/Education
Free Screening
Join Alanis Obomsawin, matriarch of indigenous filmmaking, for a screening of her first feature-length documentary.
Obomsawin has pioneered the recognition of indigenous First Nations rights and cultural understanding through her art for nearly half a century and we are thrilled to have her join us at the screening to discuss her work.
"My main interest all my life has been education, because that's where you develop yourself where you learn to hate, or to love." - Alanis Obomsawin
Indigenous History and Culture Through the Films of Alanis Obomsawin
Wednesday April 17, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
VIFF Vancity Theatre 1181 Seymour Street, Vancouver
https://viff.org/Online/Education
Free Screening
Join Alanis Obomsawin, matriarch of indigenous filmmaking, for a screening of her first feature-length documentary.
Obomsawin has pioneered the recognition of indigenous First Nations rights and cultural understanding through her art for nearly half a century and we are thrilled to have her join us at the screening to discuss her work.
"My main interest all my life has been education, because that's where you develop yourself where you learn to hate, or to love." - Alanis Obomsawin
BC Language Coordination Association Annual Conference
April 12 - 13, 2019
Tigh-Na-Mara Resort and Spa (Parksville, BC)
http://www.bclca.net
The 2019 Annual Conference will be held at the Tigh-Na-Mara Resort and Spa on April 12 & 13, 2019. The programme is now available and registration is now open.
Dr. Renée Bourgoin will be this year's conference keynote. She is a co-author of Access for Success: Making Inclusion Work for Language Learners. In her text, she explores Universal Design for Learning and practical language learning strategies for all students to address the needs of today's diverse learners.
Renée's research and strategies are backed by years of classroom experience and hands-on expertise. Her resources can be used by all second language classroom teachers who seek to make inclusion part of their classrooms.
April 12 - 13, 2019
Tigh-Na-Mara Resort and Spa (Parksville, BC)
http://www.bclca.net
The 2019 Annual Conference will be held at the Tigh-Na-Mara Resort and Spa on April 12 & 13, 2019. The programme is now available and registration is now open.
Dr. Renée Bourgoin will be this year's conference keynote. She is a co-author of Access for Success: Making Inclusion Work for Language Learners. In her text, she explores Universal Design for Learning and practical language learning strategies for all students to address the needs of today's diverse learners.
Renée's research and strategies are backed by years of classroom experience and hands-on expertise. Her resources can be used by all second language classroom teachers who seek to make inclusion part of their classrooms.
| bclca-program-2019-1.pdf |
2019 Digital Learning Symposium
Fostering Inquiry: Personal Learning in Digital Environments
April 7–9, 2019 (Delta Hotels Burnaby Conference Centre, Burnaby)
Click here for to register
On April 7–9, check out the annual Digital Learning Symposium at the Delta Burnaby Hotel. Discover innovative learning models supporting new curriculum in digital learning environments. This event is brought to you by the BC Partners in Online Learning, BlendEd BC, Educators for Distributed Learning, and the Canadian eLearning Network. Registration is open for groups and members! Not a member of the Educators for Distributed Learning PSA? Click here to sign up (BCTF members only).
Fostering Inquiry: Personal Learning in Digital Environments
April 7–9, 2019 (Delta Hotels Burnaby Conference Centre, Burnaby)
Click here for to register
On April 7–9, check out the annual Digital Learning Symposium at the Delta Burnaby Hotel. Discover innovative learning models supporting new curriculum in digital learning environments. This event is brought to you by the BC Partners in Online Learning, BlendEd BC, Educators for Distributed Learning, and the Canadian eLearning Network. Registration is open for groups and members! Not a member of the Educators for Distributed Learning PSA? Click here to sign up (BCTF members only).
Assessment Webinar Series with Tom Schimmer
February 13 and April 11, 2019 3:45 - 5:30 pm PST (online)
email heather.brown@gov.bc.ca for more details
Aligning classroom assessment with the redesigned curriculum: Assessing with curricular competencies and content in mind. This three-part series explores assessment within the context of the redesigned curriculum, with a focus on secondary schools. Districts and schools are invited to gather a team of educators to live-stream the event together in local groups. The goal is to facilitate meaningful, practical, and local conversations with simultaneously engaging in a province-wide dialogue.
February 13 and April 11, 2019 3:45 - 5:30 pm PST (online)
email heather.brown@gov.bc.ca for more details
Aligning classroom assessment with the redesigned curriculum: Assessing with curricular competencies and content in mind. This three-part series explores assessment within the context of the redesigned curriculum, with a focus on secondary schools. Districts and schools are invited to gather a team of educators to live-stream the event together in local groups. The goal is to facilitate meaningful, practical, and local conversations with simultaneously engaging in a province-wide dialogue.
| webinar_poster_for_schools.pdf |
Experience China (Beijing & Guangzhou) 2019
Spring Break Chinese Language & Culture Program
for Grades 10 to 12 students from Greater Vancouver Area, with or without Mandarin learning experience
Organizer: Coquitlam Confucius Institute
http://legacy.internationaled.com/confucius/index.shtml
Sponsor: The Canadian Teaching Chinese as a Second Language Association
http://www.canadiantcslassociation.ca
Host: South China Normal University, Guangzhou, China www.scnu.edu.cn/
For registration and information of the program, please go to: http://canadiantcslassociation.ca/2019spring/
Spring Break Chinese Language & Culture Program
for Grades 10 to 12 students from Greater Vancouver Area, with or without Mandarin learning experience
Organizer: Coquitlam Confucius Institute
http://legacy.internationaled.com/confucius/index.shtml
Sponsor: The Canadian Teaching Chinese as a Second Language Association
http://www.canadiantcslassociation.ca
Host: South China Normal University, Guangzhou, China www.scnu.edu.cn/
For registration and information of the program, please go to: http://canadiantcslassociation.ca/2019spring/
| experience_china__beijing___guangzhou__2019_4.pdf |
Celebrating Punjabi Language & Culture at UBC
March 14, 2019 (Department of Asian Studies, UBC)
https://asia.ubc.ca/events/event/the-2019-harjit-kaur-sidhu-memorial-program/
The Department of Asian Studies, at the University of British Columbia, is pleased to invite you to their 11th Annual Harjit Kaur Sidhu Memorial Program. Join them in celebrating over 30 years of Punjabi language at UBC on March 14th!
Featuring student performances, awards and talk with Lahore-based poet and critic, Mushtaq Soofi.
Thursday, March 14, 2019
6:00pm Reception with food and refreshments
6:30pm Event Program
Multipurpose Room, Liu Institute, 6476 NW Marine Drive
This event is free and open to the public. Please register online.
Associated Event - Language and Politics in Pakistan: The Case of Punjabi
A larger discussion with Mushtaq Soofi.
Wednesday, March 13th, 2019
11:30am - 1pm
Asian Centre Auditorium, 1871 West Mall
Register online.
March 14, 2019 (Department of Asian Studies, UBC)
https://asia.ubc.ca/events/event/the-2019-harjit-kaur-sidhu-memorial-program/
The Department of Asian Studies, at the University of British Columbia, is pleased to invite you to their 11th Annual Harjit Kaur Sidhu Memorial Program. Join them in celebrating over 30 years of Punjabi language at UBC on March 14th!
Featuring student performances, awards and talk with Lahore-based poet and critic, Mushtaq Soofi.
Thursday, March 14, 2019
6:00pm Reception with food and refreshments
6:30pm Event Program
Multipurpose Room, Liu Institute, 6476 NW Marine Drive
This event is free and open to the public. Please register online.
Associated Event - Language and Politics in Pakistan: The Case of Punjabi
A larger discussion with Mushtaq Soofi.
Wednesday, March 13th, 2019
11:30am - 1pm
Asian Centre Auditorium, 1871 West Mall
Register online.
2019 Metro Vancouver Japan Bowl
Saturday March 9, 2019
Location: Nikkei National Museum and Cultural Centre (Vancouver)
Team Registration: $10 (up to February 15) $20 (February 16 on)
http://www.jetaabc.ca/2019-metro-vancouver-japan-bowl/
JETAABC is excited to invite high school students learning Japanese to participate in the second Metro Vancouver Japan Bowl on Saturday March 9, 2019.
The Japan Bowl® is a Japanese language and culture competition for high school students who are studying Japanese. The Japan-America Society of Washington DC organized and hosted the first Japan Bowl in 1992. The competition has since been expanding overseas and is now held in Poland, England, Italy, Mexico, Serbia, Bulgaria, France, etc. The inaugual Canadian Japan Bowl was held February 24, 2018.
Applications are submitted by teachers on behalf of students.
Saturday March 9, 2019
Location: Nikkei National Museum and Cultural Centre (Vancouver)
Team Registration: $10 (up to February 15) $20 (February 16 on)
http://www.jetaabc.ca/2019-metro-vancouver-japan-bowl/
JETAABC is excited to invite high school students learning Japanese to participate in the second Metro Vancouver Japan Bowl on Saturday March 9, 2019.
The Japan Bowl® is a Japanese language and culture competition for high school students who are studying Japanese. The Japan-America Society of Washington DC organized and hosted the first Japan Bowl in 1992. The competition has since been expanding overseas and is now held in Poland, England, Italy, Mexico, Serbia, Bulgaria, France, etc. The inaugual Canadian Japan Bowl was held February 24, 2018.
Applications are submitted by teachers on behalf of students.
French Fête SFU
Thursday, March 7, 2019, 11:30 - 13:30 (SFU - Burnaby Campus)
FREE
www.sfu.ca/baff-offa/fr/nouvelles-et-evenements/evenements/PDLF2019/French-Fete.html
French Fête SFU
Jeudi 7 mars 2019, 11 h 30 à 13h 30
Université Simon Fraser, campus de Burnaby
Gratuit
Venez en grand nombre célébrer la francophonie lors de la French Fête. Cette activité est idéale pour les groupes de la 8e à la 12e année mais tous les groupes d'âge sont les bienvenus.
Au programme :
Réservez une place pour votre groupe scolaire avant le 1er mars en remplissant le formulaire disponible ici:
http://www.sfu.ca/baff-offa/fr/nouvelles-et-evenements/evenements/PDLF2019/French-Fete.html
Thursday, March 7, 2019, 11:30 - 13:30 (SFU - Burnaby Campus)
FREE
www.sfu.ca/baff-offa/fr/nouvelles-et-evenements/evenements/PDLF2019/French-Fete.html
French Fête SFU
Jeudi 7 mars 2019, 11 h 30 à 13h 30
Université Simon Fraser, campus de Burnaby
Gratuit
Venez en grand nombre célébrer la francophonie lors de la French Fête. Cette activité est idéale pour les groupes de la 8e à la 12e année mais tous les groupes d'âge sont les bienvenus.
Au programme :
- animation musicale avec DJ Gui Gui et la chorale de l'école Anne Hébert
- boissons chaudes
- exposants de la communauté francophone
- visite guidée du campus (optionnel, gratuit)
- chasse au trésor, tirages et plus encore
Réservez une place pour votre groupe scolaire avant le 1er mars en remplissant le formulaire disponible ici:
http://www.sfu.ca/baff-offa/fr/nouvelles-et-evenements/evenements/PDLF2019/French-Fete.html
11th Hakuho Japanese Language Exchange Program
Application period: January 7–March 8, 2019
Notification of results: June 2019 (tentative)
For more details, please visit the Hakuho Foundation's website:
https://www.hakuhofoundation.or.jp/en/globalnet/ (English)
https://www.hakuhofoundation.or.jp/globalnet/ (Japanese)
Hakuho Scheme for a Global Children’s Japanese Language Network is now accepting applications from overseas schools for participation in the 11th Hakuho Japanese Language Exchange Program.
Tentative program schedule:
November 11–30, 2019: Preparatory Training in Japan for Overseas Teachers
March 11–26, 2020: Hakuho Japanese Language Exchange Program
* Applications for the Hakuho Japanese Language Exchange Program are open to schools with Japanese language programs for students aged 12-16 years old. Students 17 years old and older are ineligible to participate.
Full eligibility requirements for applying schools can be found at: https://www.hakuhofoundation.or.jp/en/globalnet/
Application period: January 7–March 8, 2019
Notification of results: June 2019 (tentative)
For more details, please visit the Hakuho Foundation's website:
https://www.hakuhofoundation.or.jp/en/globalnet/ (English)
https://www.hakuhofoundation.or.jp/globalnet/ (Japanese)
Hakuho Scheme for a Global Children’s Japanese Language Network is now accepting applications from overseas schools for participation in the 11th Hakuho Japanese Language Exchange Program.
Tentative program schedule:
November 11–30, 2019: Preparatory Training in Japan for Overseas Teachers
March 11–26, 2020: Hakuho Japanese Language Exchange Program
* Applications for the Hakuho Japanese Language Exchange Program are open to schools with Japanese language programs for students aged 12-16 years old. Students 17 years old and older are ineligible to participate.
Full eligibility requirements for applying schools can be found at: https://www.hakuhofoundation.or.jp/en/globalnet/
Screening Cinema Kabuki
February 24, 2019 (Cineplex Odeon International Village Cinemas)
88 West Pender Street, 3rd floor, Vancouver
https://jftor.org/cinema-kabuki-2019-vancouver/
Kabuki Theatre, with origins dating back to the 1600s, has remained steeped in tradition while constantly innovating itself. Live productions, featuring some of today's greatest Kabuki stars, are now being filmed with the highest resolution cameras for screening in cinemas around the world on state-of-the-art digital projection systems and six-channel sound.
Tickets: Available on the day of the screening at the theatre, $20 each, plus handling fee Advance tickets available through Eventbrite:
Tickets for Dojoji @12:30 pm. Tickets for Kagotsurube @ 2:45 pm
February 24, 2019 (Cineplex Odeon International Village Cinemas)
88 West Pender Street, 3rd floor, Vancouver
https://jftor.org/cinema-kabuki-2019-vancouver/
Kabuki Theatre, with origins dating back to the 1600s, has remained steeped in tradition while constantly innovating itself. Live productions, featuring some of today's greatest Kabuki stars, are now being filmed with the highest resolution cameras for screening in cinemas around the world on state-of-the-art digital projection systems and six-channel sound.
Tickets: Available on the day of the screening at the theatre, $20 each, plus handling fee Advance tickets available through Eventbrite:
Tickets for Dojoji @12:30 pm. Tickets for Kagotsurube @ 2:45 pm
Crosscurrents Conference 2019
February 21-22, 2019 (Sheraton Vancouver Airport Hotel - Richmond, BC)
www.tiebcbrochure.com/register.html
Attend this year’s 44th annual Crosscurrents Conference hosted by the Teachers of Inclusive Education (TIE-BC). Keynote speaker Dr. Ross Greene will discuss the key themes of the Collaborative and Proactive Solutions (CPS) Model and transforming discipline in the school system.
February 21-22, 2019 (Sheraton Vancouver Airport Hotel - Richmond, BC)
www.tiebcbrochure.com/register.html
Attend this year’s 44th annual Crosscurrents Conference hosted by the Teachers of Inclusive Education (TIE-BC). Keynote speaker Dr. Ross Greene will discuss the key themes of the Collaborative and Proactive Solutions (CPS) Model and transforming discipline in the school system.
Explore Program
Deadline due: February 15, 2019
https://www.myexplore.ca/en/
The extremely popular Explore program has expanded! There is now a three-week option for students aged 13-15 to participate in this enriching immersion experience all in French at one of three sites: Jonquière, Que., La Pocatière, Que., and Moncton, New Brunswick. There is a registration fee of $ 275 and students pay their return transportation to the site. Participants in Explore can receive funding that covers tuition fees for the programs, instructional materials, meals and accommodations, workshops, and other activities. The program will be offered twice in 2019: July 1 to 22 and July 22 - August 12. Visit the website myexplore.ca and choose the youth option for more details. Students need to have completed their application by February 15, 2019.
Deadline due: February 15, 2019
https://www.myexplore.ca/en/
The extremely popular Explore program has expanded! There is now a three-week option for students aged 13-15 to participate in this enriching immersion experience all in French at one of three sites: Jonquière, Que., La Pocatière, Que., and Moncton, New Brunswick. There is a registration fee of $ 275 and students pay their return transportation to the site. Participants in Explore can receive funding that covers tuition fees for the programs, instructional materials, meals and accommodations, workshops, and other activities. The program will be offered twice in 2019: July 1 to 22 and July 22 - August 12. Visit the website myexplore.ca and choose the youth option for more details. Students need to have completed their application by February 15, 2019.
Reconciliation through Indigenous Education
January 14 - November 18, 2019
Online - *FREE*
University of British Columbia & edX
https://www.edx.org/course/reconciliation-through-indigenous-education-0
This course will help you envision how Indigenous histories, perspectives, worldviews, and approaches to learning can be made part of the work we do in classrooms, organizations, communities, and our everyday experiences in ways that are thoughtful and respectful. In this course, reconciliation emphasizes changing institutional structures, practices, and policies, as well as personal and professional ideologies to create environments that are committed to strengthening our relationships with Indigenous peoples.
Each of BC's new curricula has imbued Aboriginal ways of knowing along with the First Peoples Principles of Learning. Many teachers may be wondering how to infuse these philosophies into the new curricula. This MOOC (Massive Open Online Course) from UBC will assist teachers in finding resources to supplement to their curriculum while at the same time broadening their their understanding of Indigenous education not only in Canada - and in particular the BC context - but also the histories and cultures of other Aboriginal peoples around the world. This online course is delivered using the edX platform. To learn more about the particulars and requirements of this 6-week course as well as how to register, click here. It is recommended you watch the introductory video, and read the full description on the course webpage.
January 14 - November 18, 2019
Online - *FREE*
University of British Columbia & edX
https://www.edx.org/course/reconciliation-through-indigenous-education-0
This course will help you envision how Indigenous histories, perspectives, worldviews, and approaches to learning can be made part of the work we do in classrooms, organizations, communities, and our everyday experiences in ways that are thoughtful and respectful. In this course, reconciliation emphasizes changing institutional structures, practices, and policies, as well as personal and professional ideologies to create environments that are committed to strengthening our relationships with Indigenous peoples.
Each of BC's new curricula has imbued Aboriginal ways of knowing along with the First Peoples Principles of Learning. Many teachers may be wondering how to infuse these philosophies into the new curricula. This MOOC (Massive Open Online Course) from UBC will assist teachers in finding resources to supplement to their curriculum while at the same time broadening their their understanding of Indigenous education not only in Canada - and in particular the BC context - but also the histories and cultures of other Aboriginal peoples around the world. This online course is delivered using the edX platform. To learn more about the particulars and requirements of this 6-week course as well as how to register, click here. It is recommended you watch the introductory video, and read the full description on the course webpage.
CASLT's Online Professional Learning
January 8 and 9, 2019
https://www.caslt.org/en/
Are you interested in the Neurolinguistic approach for the teaching of a second language?
During these two sessions, education consultants David Macfarlane and Linda Osborne will provide a history of the development of the neurolinguistic approach for the teaching of a second language, with reference to intensive and post-intensive French, as well as Indigenous languages, and a short introduction to the five principles that underlie the approach.
French session with David Macfarlane on January 8.
English session with Linda Osborne on January 9.
David Macfarlane has worked in the field of second language education, both in Canada and abroad. Learning specialist for many years with the New Brunswick Department of Education and Early Childhood Development, he was heavily involved in piloting the Intensive French program, training teachers in the NLA and participated in the development of a number of teaching units for the Post-Intensive French program. Since retirement, he has acted as an independent consultant and facilitates workshops across the country, specializing in the neurolinguistic approach and second-language oral proficiency evaluation. He is involved in the revitalization efforts for Indigenous languages in New Brunswick and the Northwest Territories.
Linda Osborne is the educational consultant for Core French, Intensive and Post-intensive French for the Saskatchewan Ministry of Education. She represents Saskatchewan on the national council of the Canadian Association of Second Language Teachers (CASLT) and is also a member of the National Round Table on Intensive French. She has twenty-five years’ experience of teaching in French immersion and core French programs, from grade 1 to grade 12. She also teaches part-time at the University of Regina, where she works with students in the French Training Centre.
Vancouver Christmas Market
December 1-24, 2018
Vancouver, BC
www.vancouverchristmasmarket.com/
A beloved holiday tradition for locals and visitors alike, the Vancouver Christmas Market features more than 80 huts of authentic German sweets, treats, and treasures. Visit Vancouver Christmas Market for more details.
December 1-24, 2018
Vancouver, BC
www.vancouverchristmasmarket.com/
A beloved holiday tradition for locals and visitors alike, the Vancouver Christmas Market features more than 80 huts of authentic German sweets, treats, and treasures. Visit Vancouver Christmas Market for more details.
Workshop Lecture for Japanese Language Teachers
December 19, 2018 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM (EST)
ONLINE, Free, Registration Required
jftor.org/event/workshop181219/
The ONLINE Lecture for Japanese Language Teachers Series features lectures, workshops, or interviews moderated by Mr. Murakami, Japanese Language Advisor at Alberta Education. The session will feature a talk by Ms. Yasuko Senoo from McGill University about Online Exchange Between Universities in Japan and Canada.
Details here
December 19, 2018 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM (EST)
ONLINE, Free, Registration Required
jftor.org/event/workshop181219/
The ONLINE Lecture for Japanese Language Teachers Series features lectures, workshops, or interviews moderated by Mr. Murakami, Japanese Language Advisor at Alberta Education. The session will feature a talk by Ms. Yasuko Senoo from McGill University about Online Exchange Between Universities in Japan and Canada.
Details here
French Resources Live French Interactive Webinar
December 12, 2018 at 3:30 - 4:30 pm (PST)
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7357004220534519811
This will be the first webinar examining resources of the Coup de Coeur series. Participants must register at the link above. This French webinar is open to all Core French and French Immersion teachers.
Le premier Webinaire de la série sur les ressources COUP DE CŒUR en français aura lieu le 12 décembre. Inscrivez-vous dès maintenant au lien suivant: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7357004220534519811.
December 12, 2018 at 3:30 - 4:30 pm (PST)
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7357004220534519811
This will be the first webinar examining resources of the Coup de Coeur series. Participants must register at the link above. This French webinar is open to all Core French and French Immersion teachers.
Le premier Webinaire de la série sur les ressources COUP DE CŒUR en français aura lieu le 12 décembre. Inscrivez-vous dès maintenant au lien suivant: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7357004220534519811.
October 23 - November 27, 2018
Reconciliation through Indigenous Education
Online - *FREE*
University of British Columbia & edX
https://www.edx.org/course/reconciliation-through-indigenous-education-0
Each of BC's new curricula has imbued Aboriginal ways of knowing along with the First Peoples Principles of Learning. Many teachers may be wondering how to infuse these philosophies into the new curricula. This MOOC (Massive Open Online Course) from UBC will assist teachers in finding resources to supplement to their curriculum while at the same time broadening their their understanding of Indigenous education not only in Canada - and in particular the BC context - but also the histories and cultures of other Aboriginal peoples around the world. This online course is delivered using the edX platform. To learn more about the particulars and requirements of this 6-week course as well as how to register, click here. It is recommended you watch the introductory video, and read the full description on the course webpage.
Reconciliation through Indigenous Education
Online - *FREE*
University of British Columbia & edX
https://www.edx.org/course/reconciliation-through-indigenous-education-0
Each of BC's new curricula has imbued Aboriginal ways of knowing along with the First Peoples Principles of Learning. Many teachers may be wondering how to infuse these philosophies into the new curricula. This MOOC (Massive Open Online Course) from UBC will assist teachers in finding resources to supplement to their curriculum while at the same time broadening their their understanding of Indigenous education not only in Canada - and in particular the BC context - but also the histories and cultures of other Aboriginal peoples around the world. This online course is delivered using the edX platform. To learn more about the particulars and requirements of this 6-week course as well as how to register, click here. It is recommended you watch the introductory video, and read the full description on the course webpage.
French Federal Funds Live French Interactive Webinar
November 20, 2018 at 3:30 - 4:30 pm (PST)
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6295279508121151233
Participate in a live French webinar examining the French Federal Funds for French Second Language programs in BC. Three experts will review the guidelines for these funds and participants will have the opportunity to direct questions to the panel of experts. Register for this event by clicking on the link above.
Vous êtes invité(e)s à assister à un webinar en direct sur : Le financement des programmes d’éducation en français langue seconde M-12. Le 20 novembre 2018 à 15h30. Inscrivez-vous maintenant au lien ci-dessus. Trois experts vont vous offrir une présentation sur les fonds fédéraux pour les programmes de français. Vous aurez l’occasion de poser des questions en direct.
ACTFL Annual Convention and World Languages Expo with FIPLV
November 16 - 18, 2018
New Orleans, Louisiana
https://fiplv.com/2017/11/26/fiplv-2018-with-actfl-2018-new-orleans-usa-call-for-proposals-now-open-till-12-jan-2018/
The 2018 ACTFL Annual Convention and World Languages Expo of the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) will be held November 16-18 with pre-convention workshops on Thursday, November 15 at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, Louisiana. This year we will be incorporating the FIPLV World Congress (Fédération Internationale des Professeurs des Langues Vivantes) as part of the convention.
The Convention features more than 800 educational sessions covering the whole spectrum of the language profession. The entire selection process is designed to provide attendees with an exciting array of sessions and events to further your knowledge and skills to become better, well-informed teachers and administrators. Join thousands of your colleagues from around the world.
Early bird registration ends July 11, 2018.
November 16 - 18, 2018
New Orleans, Louisiana
https://fiplv.com/2017/11/26/fiplv-2018-with-actfl-2018-new-orleans-usa-call-for-proposals-now-open-till-12-jan-2018/
The 2018 ACTFL Annual Convention and World Languages Expo of the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) will be held November 16-18 with pre-convention workshops on Thursday, November 15 at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, Louisiana. This year we will be incorporating the FIPLV World Congress (Fédération Internationale des Professeurs des Langues Vivantes) as part of the convention.
The Convention features more than 800 educational sessions covering the whole spectrum of the language profession. The entire selection process is designed to provide attendees with an exciting array of sessions and events to further your knowledge and skills to become better, well-informed teachers and administrators. Join thousands of your colleagues from around the world.
Early bird registration ends July 11, 2018.
BC JALTA and CAJLE Information Exchange Meeting for Japanese Teachers
Sunday, October 28, 2018
Vancouver Japanese Language School (Vancouver, BC)
継続BC 第3回 JALTA ・CAJLE共催
日本語教師情報交換会
ー「レッスンプランを考えるー各課の導入から目標到達まで」
日時：2018年10月28日（日）3:30-5:30pm
（3時開場ー開始まで懇親会にぜひご参加下さい）
会場：バンクーバー日本語学校
487 Alexander St. Vancouver, BC
参加費：無料
参加登録リンク：https://goo.gl/forms/j1LWoeqPjTKopOfE2
Sunday, October 28, 2018
Vancouver Japanese Language School (Vancouver, BC)
継続BC 第3回 JALTA ・CAJLE共催
日本語教師情報交換会
ー「レッスンプランを考えるー各課の導入から目標到達まで」
日時：2018年10月28日（日）3:30-5:30pm
（3時開場ー開始まで懇親会にぜひご参加下さい）
会場：バンクーバー日本語学校
487 Alexander St. Vancouver, BC
参加費：無料
参加登録リンク：https://goo.gl/forms/j1LWoeqPjTKopOfE2
BCATML Celebrating Languages Fall Conference
Friday, October 19, 2018
Executive Airport Plaza Hotel (Richmond, BC)
www.bcatml.org/celebrating-languages-conference.html
BCATML is excited to invite Sylvia Duckworth as this year's keynote speaker. Renowned speaker and an avid sketchnoter, Sylvia will share her experiences as an AIM French teacher and tech coach with more than 30 years of teaching experience in the public and independent school systems. Both a Google certified trainer and Apple Distinguished Educator, Sylvia will be sure to inspire all second language teachers at this year conference. Registration is now open!
Friday, October 19, 2018
Executive Airport Plaza Hotel (Richmond, BC)
www.bcatml.org/celebrating-languages-conference.html
BCATML is excited to invite Sylvia Duckworth as this year's keynote speaker. Renowned speaker and an avid sketchnoter, Sylvia will share her experiences as an AIM French teacher and tech coach with more than 30 years of teaching experience in the public and independent school systems. Both a Google certified trainer and Apple Distinguished Educator, Sylvia will be sure to inspire all second language teachers at this year conference. Registration is now open!
An American in Paris: The Musical
September 20 - 26, 2018
BC Cineplex Theatres (Victoria & Lower Mainland)
www.anamericaninpariscinema.com
Captured live from London's West End, audience can experience the highly-acclaimed and dazzling musical An American in Paris: The Musical on the big screen beginning September 20th, 2018 at several locations in Victoria and the Lower Mainland.
This new rendition of An American in Paris premiered in 2014 at the Theatre du Châtelet in Paris to ecstatic reviews.
Visit www.anamericaninpariscinema.com to look for showtimes and tickets in your area.
September 20 - 26, 2018
BC Cineplex Theatres (Victoria & Lower Mainland)
www.anamericaninpariscinema.com
Captured live from London's West End, audience can experience the highly-acclaimed and dazzling musical An American in Paris: The Musical on the big screen beginning September 20th, 2018 at several locations in Victoria and the Lower Mainland.
This new rendition of An American in Paris premiered in 2014 at the Theatre du Châtelet in Paris to ecstatic reviews.
Visit www.anamericaninpariscinema.com to look for showtimes and tickets in your area.
Vancouver International Film Festival
September 27 - October 12
Vancity Theatre (Vancouver, BC)
www.viff.org
The Vancouver International Film Festival (VIFF) is just around the corner. This year's Spotlight on France features the very best of contemporary French film, including works from contemporary masters and reigning veterans alike. The full program will be announced on September 6th.
September 27 - October 12
Vancity Theatre (Vancouver, BC)
www.viff.org
The Vancouver International Film Festival (VIFF) is just around the corner. This year's Spotlight on France features the very best of contemporary French film, including works from contemporary masters and reigning veterans alike. The full program will be announced on September 6th.
Online Lecture for Japanese Language Teachers
September 12, 2018 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM (PST)
ONLINE, free, registration required
http://jftor.org/event/workshop180912/
The ONLINE Lecture for Japanese Language Teachers Series features lectures, workshops, or interviews moderated by Mr. Murakami, Japanese Language Advisor at Alberta Education. This session will feature a talk by Mrs. Misuzu Kazama from the University of British Columbia about creating your own online magazine.
September 12, 2018 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM (PST)
ONLINE, free, registration required
http://jftor.org/event/workshop180912/
The ONLINE Lecture for Japanese Language Teachers Series features lectures, workshops, or interviews moderated by Mr. Murakami, Japanese Language Advisor at Alberta Education. This session will feature a talk by Mrs. Misuzu Kazama from the University of British Columbia about creating your own online magazine.
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