Author: IRCEELT Conferences

Improving Group Work in the Language Classroom This workshop will help teachers to maximize students’ effectiveness in working in small groups. The workshop will provide tips and exercises on how teachers can ensure equal participation and high-quality outcomes in group activities.

Assessing Assessments This workshop will include five essential criteria that instructors and language departments need to consider when creating assessments. The workshop will include tips to ensure formative and summative assessments are authentic, reliable, valid, practical, and Impactful. Attendees will also learn about Lexile ratings to ensure consistency in which texts are used during exams and tests.

“Introduction to Qualitative Data Analysis with Taguette” This workshop reviews principles of qualitative research and data analysis, including inductive thinking and reflexivity. Participants will have the opportunity to analyze and code real qualitative data. Taguette, a free qualitative data analysis tool, will be demonstrated. This workshop will be of interest to students conducting interview research or for anyone who wants to learn about qualitative research.

Teaching Anglo American literature This workshop will focus on teaching Anglo American literature to students. The presentation will explore strategies and techniques for engaging students with the diverse and rich literary tradition of Anglo American literature. Participants will learn how to design effective lesson plans and develop activities that promote critical thinking, close reading, and literary analysis.

Using Technology in the Low-tech Classroom This workshop is a practical, hands-on experience, exploring tools that can be used in lower-tech learning contexts. It focuses on strengthening both the teaching and learning experience through the use of manageable tech-tools in contexts where technology, or easy access to it, is not always available. The workshop focuses on fostering asynchronous learning, creating engaging classrooms and increasing student engagement.

Assessment in Project-based learning (workshop) Project-based learning (PBL) has gained widespread use in language education; the research is clear that PBL enhances language skills, critical thinking skills, and 21st century skills. However, PBL is challenging to assess due to the wide variation of students’ final projects. In this workshop, the presenter will briefly discuss PBL and its advantages in the language classroom. Attendees will then engage in research-based strategies for formative and summative assessment, including peer assessment and rubric development. Methods for providing constructive and empowering feedback will also be included. Attendees will leave with assessment strategies they can use