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7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 101

665 AATJ Board meeting

7:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.Philadelphia marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon D

666 ACTFL Board of Directors meeting

8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.Philadelphia marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon B/C

667 Learn with NADSFL—The FL Repair Station: Interactive Training for Instructional Success

Ongoing professional development is essential for long-term improvement of instruction and change Participants will interact with four Google Wiki modules, designed to provide practical interaction with instructional videos and analysis, plus follow-up lesson planning support across the 5 Cs Participants will become experienced in using an online interactive site dedicated to helping them repair, polish, expand, or support continuous development of FL instructional skills

Presenter(s): Robert E. Robison, Ohio State Universitysponsor(s): NADSFLstrand: Technologyapplicable level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12language of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): All

8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 102 A

668 Play and Learn: Favorite Activities to Engage Young Language Learners

This session will show successful activities to engage young learners in a meaningful way Activities that will stimulate oral and written language, transitional activities and activities designed to strengthen home-school relationship Through interactive demonstration, participants will leave with excitement and inspiration

Presenter(s): Marcela Summerville, Spanish Workshop for Children, LLC; Ana M. Lomba, Ana Lomba Early Languages LLC

sponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: The Learnerapplicable level(s): Pre-K–Grade 8language of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): All

8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 102 B

669 Portuguese for the Professions: Policy, Design, and Strategies

Portuguese has become a critical professional tool for students preparing to function effectively and appropriately in Lusophone environments This session addresses issues in policy, models of curriculum design, and implementation strategies related to the teaching and learning of Portuguese for professional purposes Handouts will be available

Presenter(s): Maria Antonia Cowles (Chair) and Mercia S. Flannery, University of Pennsylvania; Lyris Wiedemann, Stanford University; Ana Isabel S. Delgado, Johns Hopkins University

sponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: The Learnerapplicable level(s): Higher Educationlanguage of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): All


670 Integrating International video Chat into the Foreign Language Curriculum

How do you practice conversation, bring a target culture to life, and increase student motivation without leaving the classroom? Instructors from partner universities in the U S and Mexico share how to integrate video chat into the curriculum Face-to-face, real-time international communication in foreign language classrooms is easier than you think!

Presenter(s): Tasha N. Lewis and Holly A. Schneider, Loyola University; Francisco Javier Barron Serrano, Iinstituto

sponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: Technologyapplicable level(s): Higher Educationlanguage of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): All


671 using PowerPoint to Increase Target Language usage

Learn how to create daily slide shows to cue students, guide vocabulary usage in context, extend paired practices, and maximize audio, video and textbook accessories Create a no-transition, seamless class with examples from ninth grade Spanish I and PowerPoints Sorry, no review games included, just daily inspirational teaching ideas

Presenter(s): Ellen Bernard Shrager, A Teachers Voice (formerly A Second Language for All)

sponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: Technologyapplicable level(s): Grades 6–12language of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): All

8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 103 C

672 Language Leaper: Facilitating Early Learning with Interactive media/Blended Delivery

This session introduces the FLAP-funded West Virginia Language Leaper program Participants will explore the early language learning program that merges media content with a facilitated and blended delivery model Learn about the program and how to harness technol-ogy to support promising instructional practices in a blended delivery classroom

Presenter(s): Robert Crawford and Debora L. Nicholson, West Virginia Dept. of Education; Lynn Thompson, Center for Applied Linguistics

sponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: Technologyapplicable level(s): Pre-K–Grade 8language of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): All


673 Presentational Language: Learner Development and Assessment in Second-Year College Programs

This session examines ongoing efforts to foster presen-tational language (PL) in second-year French, German, and Spanish programs, including curricular design, authentic materials, accompanying activities, and assessments Key concepts include PL development, scaffolding, the process approach, the role of group dynamics, and PL use contrasted in prepared versus extemporaneous speech

Presenter(s): Elizabeth Bernhardt (Chair), Alice Miano, Paul J. Nissler, and Heather L. Howard, Stanford University

sponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: The Learnerapplicable level(s): Higher Educationlanguage of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): Spanish


674 Facilitating Connections Between L1 and L2: Does It Influence L2 Learning?

In this session, presenters will discuss a study in which they explored whether or not teaching connections between L1 and L2 influences L2 learning Presenters will share activities used to increase students’ awareness of previous L1 knowledge and to enhance student’s ability to relate that knowledge to the L2

Presenter(s): Teresa Roig-Torres, Angie Woods, and Angel Anorga, University of Cincinnati

sponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: Researchapplicable level(s): Higher Educationlanguage of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): All

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675 Exploring Student Proficiency Outcomes: Nationwide Assessment Database Available to Researchers

Which language program models are most effective? What learning outcomes are typical with multiple years of study? Proficiency assessment results from students in over 400 U S schools are presented These demonstrate how users can explore their own specific questions about student outcomes using an online data-base and free analysis tools

Presenter(s): Linda B. Forrest, Center for Applied Second Language Studies

sponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: Researchapplicable level(s): Grades 6–12language of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): All


676 Transforming Travel Experiences into Classroom Lessons

session cancelled by presenter


677 Cultivating the 5 Cs During Study Abroad: Test-Casing Sustainability

This session posits the theme of sustainability as a natural fit for the study abroad context Reporting on a summer immersion program in France, it provides a framework for the humanities to develop sustainability-related courses, and elaborates on the development of intercultural competence by intermediate learners of French

Presenter(s): Lucile Duperron, Dickinson Collegesponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: Cultureapplicable level(s): Higher Educationlanguage of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): French


678 Creating Dynamic, Flexible, Compelling Language Programs (with Only One Professor)

Single-faculty programs are only disadvantageous if they try to emulate the design of large, multi-faculty programs This session explains how one college redesigned its French and German curricula to capitalize on their small size and, in the process, reinvigorated these programs

Presenter(s): Patricia K. Calkins and Sharon Wilkinson, Simpson College

sponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: Professionalismapplicable level(s): Higher Educationlanguage of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): All


679 AATJ Paper Presentations vImpact of Different Types of Dyadic Interaction in JFL Classrooms (Takahashi); Value and Issues of Cooperative Language Learning Across Proficiency Levels (Yonemoto and Senoo)

Presenter(s): Nobuaki Takahashi, Elizabethtown College; Kazuhiro Yonemoto and Yasuko Senoo, McGill University

sponsor(s): AATJstrand: Researchapplicable level(s): Alllanguage of Presentation: Japaneseapplicable language(s): Japanese


680 Effective use of Specialists in an Immersion Setting

Discover strategies for empowering English-speaking music, physical education, and art teachers in language acquisition Immersion schools can use their specialists as a resource for supporting students’ advancement in both English and the target language Come ready to play and leave ready to teach!

Presenter(s): Sarah Henning, Yinghua Academysponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: Professionalismapplicable level(s): Pre-K–Grade 8language of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): All


681 AATJ Paper Presentations vIInstruction to Improve How to Express Affective Stance in Narrative (Tanno); Enhancing Japanese Oral Communication in Practicum via Thematic Approach (Furuhata-Turner)

Presenter(s): Koji Tanno, Eastern Michigan University; Hamako Furuhata-Turner, University of Mount Union

sponsor(s): AATJstrand: Researchapplicable level(s): Alllanguage of Presentation: Japaneseapplicable language(s): Japanese


682 Excel with Best Practices in Teaching Arabic!

The main objective of this session is to help teachers extend their professional knowledge of best practices in delivering successful Arabic lessons Teachers will develop better insight to identify students’ needs, conduct performance assessment, and use the target language They will also receive samples of standards-based curriculum and teaching materials

Presenter(s): Wafa Hassan, Michigan State Universitysponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: Professionalismapplicable level(s): Alllanguage of Presentation: English, Arabicapplicable language(s): All


683 National/International Standards for Language Assessment & Training: ASTm F43 & ACTFL

ASTM Main Committee F43, “Language Services and Products,” is the forum for the $15 billion U S language enterprise to develop standards as it grows Academic institutions, associations, and government agencies established F43 in 2011 We describe F43, ACTFL’s role, and standards underway in F43 and the International Organization for Standardization (ISO)

Presenter(s): William P. Rivers, JNCL-NCLISsponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: Professionalismapplicable level(s): Alllanguage of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): All


684 validating the use of Can-Do Self-Assessments

This session examines the use of self-assessments with U S Air Force officers Two self-assessment measures—a brief nine-point scale and one based on the ILR self-assessments—were compared with DLPT scores The presenters discuss the validity of using self-assessment scores for low stakes and policy decisions

Presenter(s): Jennifer J. Li and Chaitra M. Hardison, Rand Corporation

sponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: Assessmentapplicable level(s): Higher Educationlanguage of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): All

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685 From Process to Product: writing from Level 1 to AP

Who said the only place to learn to write was Language Arts class? L2 students need guidance in the process of producing effective written communication Topics include teaching pre-writing strategies, organizing ideas for integrated skills, and utilizing transitional phrases from week one Step-by-step activities avail-able for Spanish, French, and English

Presenter(s): Moya Marks, The Bolles School; Cathy V. Soud; Adriana Stam

sponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: The Learnerapplicable level(s): Grades 6–12language of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): French, German, Italian,

Portuguese, Spanish, ESL/ESOL


686 The wiki in the Curriculum: Setting Challenges and meeting Standards

Wiki projects can be integrated into the world languages curriculum to set increasingly higher chal-lenges as students advanced through the curriculum In addition, wiki projects can engage students in meeting four of the five standards for foreign language learning in the 21st century: Communication, Cultures, Connections, and Communities

Presenter(s): Benjamin Rifkin, The College of New Jersey; Cori Anderson, Princeton University; Irina Yampolskaya, Bryn Mawr College

sponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: The Learnerapplicable level(s): Higher Educationlanguage of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): All


687 Trends and Best Practices in world Language Assessment k–16

Participants will learn about trends and best practices in world language assessment and discuss implications for their own program or classroom contexts Presenters will highlight current world language assessment resources and sample assessments available for differ-ent languages, proficiency levels and age groups

Presenter(s): Margaret Malone and Lynn E. Thompson, Center for Applied Linguistics

sponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: Assessmentapplicable level(s): Alllanguage of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): All


688 using Authentic Spoken Language to Improve Foreign Language Listening

In order to comprehend language spoken in the real world, learners need to be exposed to real-world spoken language in the FL classroom This session will identify essential characteristics of authentic spoken discourse and demonstrate how oral texts can be integrated into instructional design to prepare learners for real-world communication

Presenter(s): Elvis Wagner and Paul Toth, Temple University

sponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: The Learnerapplicable level(s): Alllanguage of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): All


689 what happens when Pre-k–20 Teachers Share Their unit Plans?

The variety of language program models inhibits teach-ers’ conversations about program expectations and articulation among levels This presentation shows how standards-based performance assessments provide a common language for Arabic, Chinese, Italian and Spanish teachers in Pre-K, middle, high school and university-level programs for discussing curriculum, instruction and assessment

Presenter(s): Ursula Lentz, Minnesota Department of Education; Donna L. Clementi

sponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: Assessmentapplicable level(s): Alllanguage of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): All


690 National Spanish and Portuguese Examinations: Standards-Based Assessments using Online Technology

This session will focus on the content and admin-istration of the National Spanish and Portuguese Examinations, the most widely used standardized tests of Spanish and Portuguese in the United States We will discuss exam content, how the exams measure proficiency and achievement, test administration proce-dures and the online practice materials

Presenter(s): Kevin Cessna-Buscemi, National Spanish Examinations

sponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: Assessmentapplicable level(s): Grades 6–12language of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): Portuguese, Spanish


691 Engaging Reluctant Learners: 21st Century Communication and Collaboration

Do you struggle to implement collaborative, communi-cative activities with some of your learners? This ses-sion provides concrete strategies for engaging learners with disabilities or low motivation in all languages and levels in communicative, collaborative and technology-based activities that support language proficiency and acquisition of critical 21st century skills

Presenter(s): Beth Wassell, Rowan University; Luzbette S. Rojas, Clearview Regional High School/Wilmington University

sponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: The Learnerapplicable level(s): Grades 6–12language of Presentation: English, Spanishapplicable language(s): All


692 Can Language Fluency Get Your Students into Their Dream College?

Global competencies, including mastery of world languages, are highly valued by universities A panel of experts will address how globally minded students can distinguish themselves in the admissions process by demonstrating facility with languages and cultures The session will also explore resources and tools available to students to demonstrate these competencies

Presenter(s): Carrie Friedman, The College Boardsponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: The Learnerapplicable level(s): Grades 6–12language of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): All


693 The Efficacious Toolbox: An Integrative Approach to Cultural Competence

Technological developments have revolutionized the teaching of cultural competence Students can directly engage global cultures through a diverse range of multidisciplinary, interactive media This session presents ways in which technology can permeate the entire second language acquisition process—from placement tests to everyday course content and student assessment

Presenter(s): Jane E. Marcus-Delgado, College of Staten Island/ CUNY

sponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: Cultureapplicable level(s): Higher Educationlanguage of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): All

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694 Zero to 300: AP Articulation from the Beginning

To share instructional procedures which prepare students in a program that ends with the AP exam Exposure to the six themes from the beginning while assessing language through the three communication modes Using authentic materials while connecting appropriately to Bloom’s Taxonomy in the various levels must become routine practice

Presenter(s): Linda Zins-Adams (Chair), Highlands High School; Debra W. Mol, DODEA-Europe; Adam Levine, T.C. Williams High School; Andrew Whitlock, AATG

sponsor(s): AATGstrand: The Learnerapplicable level(s): Grades 6–12language of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): German


695 Reinvigorating the College German Curriculum Through Texts

Discover how a text-centered curriculum can rein-vigorate a language program At Franklin & Marshall College, texts and films lie at the center of every course, including silent films in the first semester The German faculty will share its experiences in a multi-year curricular revision, along with syllabi and classroom-ready materials

Presenter(s): Jennifer Redmann, Curt Bentzel, Karen Campbell, and Cecile Zorach, Franklin & Marshall College

sponsor(s): AATGstrand: Assessmentapplicable level(s): Higher Educationlanguage of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): German


696 German Summer Schools in the u.S.: methods and models

This panel explores how the major German Summer Schools promote German language, literature and culture within their institutional and geographic contexts While all schools share this common goal, target audiences, methodology and approach, size and co-curricular activities as well as the availability of financial aid vary considerably among the schools

Presenter(s): Eva Marquardt (Chair), Goethe-Institut New York; Steven Fuller, Deutsche Sommerschule am Pazifik; Norbert Hedderich, University of Rhode Island; Burkhard Henke, Davidson College; Doris Kirchner, Middlebury College German School; Susanne Nimmrichter, Millersville University; Katrin Schroeter, University of New Mexico; Reinhard Zachau, Sewanee: The University of the South

sponsor(s): AATGstrand: The Learnerapplicable level(s): Higher Educationlanguage of Presentation: English, Germanapplicable language(s): German


697 Integrating Türkisch für Anfänger in Third-Year German: “voll krass mutig, ey!”

This session presents a third-year German course at the college level using the German soap opera Türkisch für Anfänger as a tool to discuss current topics in German culture, for example, perception and inclusion of for-eigners into German society, representation of women and men, and new family models

Presenter(s): Regina Christiane Range and Katharina Kley, University of Iowa

sponsor(s): AATGstrand: Cultureapplicable level(s): Higher Educationlanguage of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): German


698 Short and Sweet: Animated Short Films in the German Language Classroom

Students today are immersed in animation Tapping right into people’s fascination with this art form, participants will explore ideas on how to make the use of animation short films relevant to language learners Activities presented help students become engaged viewers thereby enhancing their language skills and appreciation of German culture

Presenter(s): Detlef Gericke-Schoenhagen, Goethe-Institut Boston; Julia Koch, Goethe-Institut

sponsor(s): AATGstrand: The Learnerapplicable level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12language of Presentation: Germanapplicable language(s): German


699 Enhancing CFL Learners’ understanding of Language use Through Scenarios

This panel explores the use of creative and realistic scenarios as an effective means to help CFL learners achieve in-depth understanding of how the Chinese language is used in real life Each presenter will adopt a unique perspective to illustrate how to incorporate various types of scenarios into CFL pedagogy

Presenter(s): Wen-hua Teng and Shaohua Guo, University of Texas at Austin; Fei Ren, Georgetown University

sponsor(s): CLTAstrand: The Learnerapplicable level(s): Higher Educationlanguage of Presentation: Chineseapplicable language(s): Chinese


700 Promote Professional Development Through Three Dynamic models

The panel presents three dynamic and easily adaptable professional development models, addressing the cru-cial needs of instructors for innovation in approaches to teaching and continued growth The models incorporate new teaching and learning theories into localized teaching practices and will be introduced with concrete examples and through interactions with audience

Presenter(s): Zhenlin Qiao, Heping Xu, and Yi Long, Defense Language Institute

sponsor(s): CLTAstrand: Professionalismapplicable level(s): Higher Educationlanguage of Presentation: English, Chineseapplicable language(s): All


701 Enhancing Thematic units by using Stations: Examples from Immersion

In this session, the presenters will share their experiences designing and using interactive stations to enhance content-based Chinese thematic units The presenters will demonstrate how stations can make curriculum interactive and engaging Participants will learn practical approaches to increase students’ language proficiency and content knowledge by seeing many examples

Presenter(s): Kathleen Wang and Aiping Dong, Pioneer Valley Chinese Immersion Charter School

sponsor(s): CLASSstrand: The Learnerapplicable level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12language of Presentation: English, Chineseapplicable language(s): Chinese


702 Teaching materials and Strategies for Effective Chinese Learning

These papers propose materials and strategies for Chinese learning, including an approach to textbook design that advocates presenting grammatical structures in a concept-based manner, a method for integrating interactive activities in the teaching of beginning Chinese, and factors to consider when discriminating near-synonyms between Chinese and English Designing Concept-Based Chinese as Foreign Language Textbook (Lai); Integrated Approach to Teach “Integrated Chinese” at the Elementary Level (Teng); Discriminating Synonyms and Near-Synonyms for CSL/CFL (Zhang)

Presenter(s): Jin Zhang (Chair), Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Wei Lai, Queensborough Community College; Chunhong Teng, Michigan State Univeristy

sponsor(s): CLTAstrand: Researchapplicable level(s): Alllanguage of Presentation: Chineseapplicable language(s): Chinese

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703 motivation and Learning Strategies in CFL Students

These papers investigate issues related to student motivation in learning Chinese The presentations will discuss how motivation is affected by experiences with an online learning community, teacher support, and other learning experiences: CFL Students’ Motivation and Experience of a Technology Project (Cai and Zhu) and Motivation in CFL: The Variance from Learning Experience (Cheng and Zhang)

Presenter(s): Shengrong Cai (Chair), Wright State University; Wei Zhu, University of South Florida



704 The use of video in Teaching and Learning Chinese

These papers investigate several ways in which video and YouTube materials can be used to improve Chinese language learning, through viewing and analyzing these materials, and through student production of video skits as a tool to both practice and exhibit language proficiency Task-Based Video Materials Used in Chinese Teaching (Liang); Using YouTube for Task-Based Activities in Advanced Chinese Classes (Wang); Assessing Student Proficiency Through the Use of Video Skit Projects (Kang and Speidel)

Presenter(s): Wol A Kang (Chair) and Kirsten Speidel, Swarthmore College; Ninghui Liang, Yale University; Dan Wang, Duke University

sponsor(s): CLTAstrand: Technologyapplicable level(s): Alllanguage of Presentation: Chineseapplicable language(s): Chinese


705 The Latest in Technology/websites for French Teachers

This session highlights web resources and technologies that enrich the teaching of French An assortment of 2 0 technology tools that energize teaching and connect with students are demonstrated A variety of websites that provide a substantial amount of authentic materi-als that address the six themes of language learning are featured

Presenter(s): Edward Weiss, Haverford Township School District

sponsor(s): PSMLAstrand: Technologyapplicable level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12language of Presentation: Frenchapplicable language(s): French

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706 Developing Functional Language Capability: Naval Special warfare’s Curriculum Development Approach

Naval Special Warfare is creating an efficient and flexible language and cultural curriculum, incorporating general and contextualized proficiency learning objec-tives to develop functional capability needed for mis-sions The approach to needs assessment, developing learning objectives, curriculum planning and curriculum development, as well as a current status update, will be provided

Presenter(s): Marla Federe (Chair), NSW; Eric Surface and Reanna Harman, SWA Consulting Inc; Cynthia L. Martin, University of Maryland

sponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: Professionalismapplicable level(s): Alllanguage of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): All


W29 The Keys to the Classroom: Supporting New Teachers as They Get Started

The author of ACTFL’s publication, The Keys to the Classroom, Paula Patrick, will provide strategies to help new classroom teachers gain confidence and direction as they begin their teaching careers during this workshop Topics will include: keeping instruction in the target language, communicating with parents, classroom management, assess-ments, and dealing with challenging moments

Presenter(s): Paula Patricksponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: The Learnerapplicable level(s): Alllanguage of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): All


W30 Testing as we Teach: Standards and Assessment Practices

Teaching and assessment should be a seamless process The Integrated Performance Assessment effectively gauges student performance at the end of a sequence of instruction such as a unit or term However, teachers who wish to use the IPA also need to develop assessments along the way that measure the Communicative Modes in a manner compatible with and preparatory for the IPA This workshop will help teachers develop assessments for their students within the themes they are teaching so that measuring student per-formance is always the goal They will have the opportunity to create a continuum of assessments leading to the IPA Participants are invited to bring materials for a thematic unit with them to use as they create assessments

Presenter(s): June K. Phillips, Weber State University

sponsor(s): PSMLAstrand: Assessmentapplicable level(s): Alllanguage of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): All


W31 Infusing Social Networking into the Teaching of Languages and Cultures

After examining characteristics of today’s learner and ways to engage 21st-century learning prefer-ences, this workshop explores nearly a dozen social media applications (Twitter, Facebook, LiveMocha, blogs, Netvibes, and more) discuss-ing the advantages and limitations of each Participants are encouraged to bring their laptop or portable devices for hands-on learning

Presenter(s): Gay G. Rawson, Concordia Collegesponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: Technologyapplicable level(s): Alllanguage of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): All


W32 Developing Real French Cultural Content from Authentic materials

Thanks to the Internet, communities of native speakers and almost limitless cultural resources are available This workshop will help French teachers develop their own methods for extracting meaningful cultural content from authentic materi-als for analysis and comparison Participants may find it useful to bring a laptop

Presenter(s): Jayne Abrate, AATF sponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: Cultureapplicable level(s): Grades 6–12language of Presentation: Frenchapplicable language(s): French


W33 Teaching Strategies to Enhance Chinese Language Learning for Beginners

This workshop is intended to help teachers who teach beginning Chinese to look at the unique characteristics of the Chinese language, and orga-nize their instruction in order to improve Chinese language teaching and learning efficiency The focus of the workshop will be on teaching the Chinese language sound system and writing system, which are challenging for students This hands-on workshop will provide handouts of the strategies for the participants

Presenter(s): John Jing-hua Yin, University of Vermont

sponsor(s): CLTAstrand: The Learnerapplicable level(s): Alllanguage of Presentation: English, Chineseapplicable language(s): Chinese

8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.Philadelphia marriott Downtown, Room 301

707 CLASS Board meeting

8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.Philadelphia marriott Downtown, Grand Ballroom Salon I

708 CSCTFL Board of Directors meeting


709 Research Priority Task Force

These three-hour workshops require a separate registration fee to attend. Please go to the registration area in the Broad Street Atrium Lobby to purchase a ticket.

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710 Learn with NADSFL—university and District Collaborations: Successes & Challenges

To prepare quality language teachers, teacher educa-tors and district supervisors need to work together However, both populations have their own sets of challenges and concerns Results of a research study, documenting challenges and successes, will reveal information about how to develop successful partner-ships and powerful collaborations

Presenter(s): Greta Lundgaard, Plano Independent School District; Mary Curran, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey; Jennifer Eddy, Queens College CUNY; Susan A. Hildebrandt, Illinois State University

sponsor(s): NADSFLstrand: Researchapplicable level(s): Alllanguage of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): All


711 Preparing Language Students to meet Employer Needs

Headlines about the importance of job search skills and strategies abound in this time of economic crisis Language programming can equip students for the pro-fessional workplace without departing from traditional humanities values Sample activities include e-mail writing, resume preparation, Google profiles, model job interviews, poster sessions, and online screencasts

Presenter(s): Darcy Lear, University of North Carolina; Annie R. Abbott, University of Illinois

sponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: The Learnerapplicable level(s): Higher Educationlanguage of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): Spanish


712 Enhancing Arabic Reading Comprehension: Literacy workstations Approach

To enhance Arabic reading comprehension, students are grouped into literacy workstations In each station, students execute a lesson plan which serves one of the literacy skills; listening, speaking, reading, or writing, but all are designed to enhance reading comprehension Great improvement is shown as compared to teaching a full class

Presenter(s): Lamya M. Najem, Islamic School of Columbia, Missouri

sponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: The Learnerapplicable level(s): Pre-K–Grade 8language of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): Arabic


713 Creating Accessible Electronic Instructional materials: An Overview for Language Educators

Creating accessible instructional materials is the moral and legal responsibility of all educators However, developing accessible content can seem daunting The presenter will provide a checklist for basic issues of compliance as well as step-by-step instructions for how language educators can make their electronic resources more accessible to all students

Presenter(s): Christopher Hromalik, Onondaga Commuity College

sponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: Technologyapplicable level(s): Alllanguage of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): All


714 web 2.0 Tools and Resources for the FL Classroom

You probably already know all the buzzwords about Web 2 0, but you may not have time or ideas to imple-ment them in your classroom This session will highlight examples of 10 different Web 2 0 tools used in the Spanish I-IV classroom with rubrics and examples of student work

Presenter(s): Polly Holder and Angela Pieniaszek, Walnut Grove High School

sponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: Technologyapplicable level(s): Grades 6–12language of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): All


715 Low-Tech is high Enough: Enhancing Old and New Technologies

The increased use of Web 2 0 technologies for language instruction has created new high-tech approaches to language learning but proposes problems for teachers with low-tech classrooms This session examines effective low-tech classroom practices and the high-tech at-home activities that work together to provide students with culturally rich, communicative learning

Presenter(s): Katherine Shepard, West Virginia University



716 Literary and Filmic Revelations: Bullying of hispanic Youth and Adults

Presenters will examine Hispanic film based on litera-ture—evincing emotional exigencies inflicted upon Hispanic youth and adults by bullies Academic, social and personal situations reveal the agonizing abuse endured by bullied victims Participants will analyze representative literary selections, corresponding film clips, plus integration in language, literature and culture classes

Presenter(s): Joy Renjilian-Burgy (Chair), Wellesley College; Patricia Pogal, Morehouse College; Mary-Anne Vetterling, Regis College; Lanin A. Gyurko, University of Arizona

sponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: The Learnerapplicable level(s): Alllanguage of Presentation: Spanishapplicable language(s): All


717 A Longitudinal Study of Reading in Spanish using miscue Analysis

This session will discuss the results of a year-long study of second year Spanish students and their progress in reading through miscue analysis Findings will be discussed in terms of how students’ reading in Spanish differed from their reading in English at the beginning and end of the school year

Presenter(s): Erin Mikulec, Illinois State Universitysponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: Researchapplicable level(s): Grades 6–12language of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): All


718 Strategies for Enhancing Learner’s Lexico-syntactic Autonomy Through Dictionary use and Production

AP assessment policy and CLIL (Content Language Integrated Learning) in European teaching programs imply learner’s autonomy Most of the current courses offer a limited variety of textual inputs requiring the student to use mono- and bilingual L2 dictionaries inde-pendently, essential skills for the current assessments and CLIL teaching approach

Presenter(s): Nicoletta Villa Sella (Chair); Carla Marello, Univesita Di Torino; Gisella Langé, Ministry of Education

sponsor(s): AATIstrand: The Learnerapplicable level(s): Alllanguage of Presentation: English, Italianapplicable language(s): All

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719 A National Foreign Language Initiative for Global Economic Competiveness

The United States should lead a national initiative, supported by an economic competitiveness rationale, to invest in foreign language (FL) education For economic competitiveness, it is advantageous to speak languages of global markets FL funding is often limited to “critical” languages that do not include “strategic” languages to promote economic competitiveness

Presenter(s): Sarah Catherine Moore, Molly Fee, and Terrence Wiley, Center for Applied Linguistics

sponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: Researchapplicable level(s): Alllanguage of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): All


720 Representing the war: world war II in Italian Cinema

This session examines works of Italian cinema that have focused on the representation of World War II, especially recent films that re-appraise such issues as the partisan movement, Fascism, and gender and war Remaking the War in Its Immediate Aftermath: Leftist Cinema, 1948–1950 (Cragin); Roma Citta’ Occupata, Tra Opera e Film (Benedetti); Voicing the Archive, Unburying the Dead: Second-Degree History in L’uomo che verra’ by Giorgio Diritti (Marini-Maio); Nuove luci sulla strage di Marzabotto: ‘Le querce di Monte Sole’ di Gherardi e ‘L’uomo che verra’ di Diritti (Melloni)

Presenter(s): Laura Salsini (Chair) and Giorgio Melloni, University of Delaware; Thomas Cragin, Muhlenberg College; Nicoletta Marini-Maio, Dickinson College

sponsor(s): AATIstrand: Cultureapplicable level(s): Higher Educationlanguage of Presentation: English, Italianapplicable language(s): Italian


721 Teaching the Interface of Language and Culture Through metaphor

The session focuses on metaphors as linguistic as well as cultural concepts It makes a case that metaphor should be an important component of language instruc-tion and provides participants with several pedagogical activities for carrying out such instruction Comparisons will be made between English and Spanish, Russian, Korean and Chinese

Presenter(s): James P. Lantolf, CALPER sponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: Cultureapplicable level(s): Higher Educationlanguage of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): Chinese, Korean, Russian,

Spanish


722 Enhancing the Content of Introductory Courses: A Literacy-Based Approach

Presenters provide a model for integrating textual content and developing foreign language literacy in introductory courses, grounded in the multiliteracies framework After outlining the framework, present-ers discuss its implementation in a second-semester course, provide sample instructional materials, and consider additional applications of the model and direc-tions for future curricular reform

Presenter(s): Kate Paesani, Beth Chapman, and Catherine Savino, Wayne State University



723 Practical Strategies for Implementing understanding by Design

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724 Teaching Japanese in a Changing world: Priorities for the major

Presenters report on the current status of Japanese major programs in California and Michigan based on data collected from Japanese degree providers, their perceived needs and priorities for meeting challenges of the changing world with insights from government officials and business, followed by discussion and further exploration of program revisions

Presenter(s): Yoshiko Saito-Abbott, California State University; Motoko Tabuse, Eastern Michigan University

sponsor(s): AATJstrand: Researchapplicable level(s): Alllanguage of Presentation: English, Japaneseapplicable language(s): Japanese


725 Target Language use: Researcher and Instructor Compare Notes

ACTFL’s recommended 90% minimum target language use in the classroom is challenging for some instruc-tors By working together on a pilot project, a second language acquisition researcher and foreign language instructor compare expertise and experience to devise a plan that benefits students Transformational stories inform and inspire

Presenter(s): Diane C. Ceo-DiFrancesco, Xavier University

sponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: Professionalismapplicable level(s): Alllanguage of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): All


726 Implementing Standards-Based Instruction and Assessment: One School’s Process

The presenters will discuss the process by which they have transitioned their language program from a more traditional grading system to a proficiency-based system Key components include the use of learner-cen-tered can-do statements, elimination of “compliance” grades, and portfolio-based assessment

Presenter(s): Yayoi Brown and Adria Katka, University Prep

sponsor(s): AATJstrand: Assessmentapplicable level(s): Grades 6–12language of Presentation: English, Japaneseapplicable language(s): All


727 multiculturalism in French-Speaking montréal: One Language, many voices

Discover the cultural diversity that is the hallmark of today’s Montréal, one of the largest French-speaking cities in the world Explore authors and singers of French expression who represent immigrant and minority groups in the city, including those from the Caribbean, Africa, the Middle East, Europe, Asia and North America

Presenter(s): Elizabeth A. Blood, Salem State College; Louissa Abdelghany, Boston College

sponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: Cultureapplicable level(s): Alllanguage of Presentation: Frenchapplicable language(s): French

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728 Building Capacity in Teacher Education Programs

Building student enrollment and developing effective instructors in foreign language teacher education programs is critical in order to sustain our profession Using a theoretically grounded approach, attendees learn a research-based approach to identify and recruit future language teacher leaders into teacher education programs during a time of critical need

Presenter(s): Peter B. Swanson, Georgia State University

sponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: Professionalismapplicable level(s): Higher Educationlanguage of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): All


729 Intercomprehension Theory and Language Teaching: From Idea to NEh Grant

This session offers an update on the French/Italian for Spanish Speakers project that recently received a substantial NEH grant The presenters provide details of the grant proposal including examples of curricular development, teacher workshops, and collaborative efforts among high schools, community colleges and four-year institutions Teaching materials will be discussed

Presenter(s): Markus Muller and Clorinda Donato, California State University, Long Beach

sponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: Professionalismapplicable level(s): Alllanguage of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): French, Italian, Portuguese,

Spanish


730 From Informational to Transformational Learning and the Technologies in Between

The presentation will explore the concepts of Informational and Transformational Learning (i e , changing what our students know versus changing how they know) and then discuss how the integration of educational technology in general, and Web 2 0 tools, in particular, can cultivate and facilitate transforma-tional learning experiences

Presenter(s): Yaniv Oded, Defense Language Institutesponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: The Learnerapplicable level(s): Higher Educationlanguage of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): All


731 Creating meaningful Language Lab Assignments using Bloom’s Taxonomy

Technology can be a powerful tool to aid in language acquisition and cultural study Bloom’s Taxonomy can be used to scaffold technology-based language lab assign-ments which will stimulate student growth in both language acquisition and cultural understanding

Presenter(s): Carol Koch, Colorado Mountain Collegesponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: The Learnerapplicable level(s): Alllanguage of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): All


732 utilizing mirror Neurons and Embodied Cognition in the Language Classroom

Recent discoveries of mirror neurons and embodied cognition in the brain have several important implica-tions for language educators This session will focus on how recent findings in these areas can effectively enhance language acquisition in the language class-room A scientific background is not needed to fully participate in the discussion

Presenter(s): Van Hillier, San Diego State University sponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: The Learnerapplicable level(s): Alllanguage of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): All


733 Insights from Cognitive Science: Enhancing Oral Proficiency with minimum Effort

Are you frustrated with your students’ speaking proficiency even after a prolonged period of study? This session will address yet untapped potential of Cognitive Perspective in SLA and its pedagogical implications The presenters will introduce an innovative approach teachers can use to produce tangible results in stu-dent’s oral proficiency

Presenter(s): Serafima Gettys and Iwona Lech, Lewis University

sponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: The Learnerapplicable level(s): Allapplicable language(s): All


734 using Computer Language Proficiency Assessments to Evaluate the Language Requirement

This session will describe the efforts at a small liberal arts college for assessing students’ performance at the end of the language requirement in French and Spanish by using the computerized Minnesota Language Proficiency Assessments (MLPAs) Furthermore, it will present outcomes and curricular changes implemented after the assessment efforts

Presenter(s): Eduardo Febles and Tulio A. Campos, Simmons College

sponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: Assessmentapplicable level(s): Higher Educationlanguage of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): French, Spanish


735 Proficiency Assessments for Critical Languages: Focus on the Interpretive mode

Developing good multiple-choice items to measure proficiency in listening and reading involves a rigorous process Session participants will analyze features of assessment items from American Councils online testing for programs that range from NSLI-Y to Flagship levels Attendees will work together to develop new test items, applying guidelines presented

Presenter(s): Camelot Marshall (Chair), American Councils/ACTR/ACCELS; Richard Robin, George Washington University; Jane Shuffelton; Mary Nicholas, Lehigh University

sponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: Assessmentapplicable level(s): Alllanguage of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): Arabic, Chinese, Russian,

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736 motivation: Research-based Strategies for Bringing out the Best in Language Learners

Drawing upon current research in neuroscience, education, and human performance, the presenter will explore the topic of learner motivation, and show how it can be effectively applied in language-learning environ-ments, including online Research-based strategies for eliciting and sustaining learner motivation will be presented, as will guidelines for instructional planning

Presenter(s): Timothy Berndt, Defense Language Institute


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737 NASA’s GLOBE Program Integrates Science Themes that Enhance Language Acquisition

Discover the exciting features of this global, online, K–12, science-based program and how using it easily helps teachers and students acquire meaningful lan-guage skills, communicate with their peers in over 110 countries, and engage in authentic research projects with international scientists Come gain access to over 100 free GLOBE activities!

Presenter(s): Teresa J. Kennedy, University of Texas at Tyler and The GLOBE Program; Denise E. Phillippe and Edwin Dehler-Seter, Concordia Language Villages



738 Developing Intercultural Competence: An Expanded Role for Foreign Language Educators

Language proficiency alone is inadequate for dealing with people of other backgrounds Additional compe-tencies are also needed to deal effectively and appro-priately across cultures This session explores these intercultural competencies and provides a framework for integrating them in each lesson unit and multiple strategies for their assessment

Presenter(s): Alvino E. Fantini, School for International Training

sponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: Cultureapplicable level(s): Alllanguage of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): All


739 Not Your Basic Fairytale: Gaining Proficiency and Intercultural Skills

This session highlights using folklore and its reinterpre-tations in art, economics, politics, music, and literature to highlight social consequences of globalization and integrate intercultural analysis with communication strategies Learner-centered folklore-based assign-ments provide deeper cultural insights while enlivening speaking, writing and technology-based activities Suggestions for assessing intercultural competencies will be included

Presenter(s): Gisela Hoecherl-Alden (Chair), Boston University; Jennifer Peterson, University of Minnesota

sponsor(s): AATGstrand: The Learnerapplicable level(s): Alllanguage of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): All


740 Teaching German Culture and Civilization Courses in English

This session examines three different approaches to teaching German culture/civilization courses in English at the postsecondary level Examples of course syl-labuses, assignments, class activities and assessment rubrics will be shared with participants Ample time will be available for questions and discussion

Presenter(s): John Lalande, II (Chair), State University of New York at Oswego; Deborah Page, University of Cincinnati; Katja Anderson, University of Maryland University College, Europe; Eddy M. Enriquez Arana, Northern Virginia Community College; Harald Zils, Binghamton University, SUNY



741 AATG’s Programs for high School Students

Boost interest in your German program through AATG’s programs for high school students including the National German Exam and Summer Study in Germany Learn how Delta Epsilon Phi, the National Honor Society for students of German, can help you recognize and reward student achievement

Presenter(s): Thomas Keith Cothrun, AATGsponsor(s): AATGstrand: The Learnerapplicable level(s): Grades 6–12language of Presentation: English, Germanapplicable language(s): German


742 Journals of the AATGThe editors of the journals of the AATG will present information about submission and the types of articles that are accepted in the journals They will also answer questions about the journals

Presenter(s): Glenn S. Levine (Chair), University of California, Irvine; Carlee Arnett, University of California-Davis; James Rolleston, Duke University

sponsor(s): AATGstrand: Researchapplicable level(s): Higher Educationlanguage of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): German


743 motivating Students to Speak German: Strategies for Practicing Interpersonal Communication

“Ach, ist die süß!”—“Wirklich?”: Spass beim Perspektivenwechsel’ (Frederickson); More is Better: Interacting Toward Strings of Sentences and Beyond in Beginning and Intermediate German (Braker); Tell Me MORE!—Using the Interpersonal Mode in Class (Zins-Adams)

Presenter(s): Carol Anne Costabile-Heming (Chair), University of North Texas; Christiane Frederickson, IBiS/KLETT; Regina Braker, Eastern Oregon University; Linda Zins-Adams, Highlands High School

sponsor(s): AATGstrand: The Learnerapplicable level(s): Alllanguage of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): German


744 Teaching Chinese vocabulary in the Curriculum and Beyond

Vocabulary teaching is a key aspect of foreign language instruction This panel discusses effective classroom practices to enlarge students’ vocabulary The titles are (1) Implications of Incidental Vocabulary Acquisition for Classroom Instruction; (2) Teaching Emergent Chinese Words: Why, What and How; and (3) Survey of Vocabulary Instructions in CFL Classrooms

Presenter(s): Liwei Gao (Chair), Defense Language Institute; Weisi Cai, University of California, Berkeley; Qing Wei, Vanderbilt University

sponsor(s): CLTAstrand: The Learnerapplicable level(s): Higher Educationlanguage of Presentation: Chineseapplicable language(s): Chinese


745 Research on Grammar Acquisition and its Pedagogical Implications

Grammar instruction is considered difficult and inef-fective in CFL classrooms This problem is addressed through research on the acquisition of three thorny grammar points: the verb–complement construction, the aspect particle “guo” and zero anaphoric expressions Theoretical significance and pedagogical implications are discussed in each study

Presenter(s): Liu Li (Chair) and Meiqing Sun, University of Pennsylvania; Tianshu He, Duke University

sponsor(s): CLTAstrand: Researchapplicable level(s): Higher Educationlanguage of Presentation: Chineseapplicable language(s): Chinese

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746 Developing Student Proficiency Through Differentiated Instruction

The panel will present theoretical framework to apply cognitive characteristics of the adolescent Chinese language learners in differentiated instruction The key learning styles are identified to achieve communicative proficiency in the classroom Panelists will share the several successful instructional tips regarding student-centered communicative performances

Presenter(s): Jeannine Fan Subisak, Columbus Academy

sponsor(s): CLASSstrand: The Learnerapplicable level(s): Grades 6–12language of Presentation: Chineseapplicable language(s): Chinese


747 Chinese Lexicon variation and Change

Language varies socially over time and among com-munities The panel aims at examining Chinese lexicon variation synchronically between Taiwan and Mainland China, and comparing lexicon readings between native and non-native speakers To see how lexicon changes diachronically, a corpus is built to record neologism and the dying-out words

Presenter(s): Zixuan Li (Chair), Fu Jen Catholic University; Yiching Wu, Ming Chuan University, Taiwan, R.O.C.; Man-ni Chu, Shih-Hsin University, Taiwan, R.O.C.

sponsor(s): CLTAstrand: Researchapplicable level(s): Higher Educationlanguage of Presentation: Chineseapplicable language(s): Chinese, ESL/ESOL


748 Improving Spoken ChineseThese papers address various approaches to improving spoken Chinese, including using pitch representa-tions and songs to teach pronunciation, improving conversational Chinese through discourse analysis, and the effect of writing practice on spoken language flu-ency Pitch Representation and an Effective Strategy to Teach Chinese Pronunciation (Liu); Using Comparative Discourse Analysis to Improve Conversational Chinese (Zhang); From Writing to Speaking: A Study of Chinese Fluency (Wang)

Presenter(s): Shu-pei Wang (Chair), Brigham Young University; Yunzhen Liu, Newcastle University; Shenglan Zhang, Iowa State University



749 Fundamentals in Business Chinese Course Design: Relevancy and Integrated Approach

This panel aims to reveal the importance of course design, particularly in the case of Business Chinese Even to date, Business Chinese receives less attention, whereas the demand for a relevant pedagogy is on the rise An integrated approach is proposed on theo-retical bases, pedagogical applications and teaching demonstration

Presenter(s): Yin Chong, Boston University; Hongyun Sun and Hsin-Hung Yeh, Harvard University

sponsor(s): CLTAstrand: Professionalismapplicable level(s): Higher Educationlanguage of Presentation: English, Chineseapplicable language(s): Chinese


750 NCATE: A Springboard to Evaluate, to motivate, to Invigorate

Distinct perspectives provide insight regarding the NCATE assessment process A department chair reflects on evaluating the program to improve proficiency A methods/Spanish instructor designs better projects to motivate her teacher candidates A high school teacher explains how she has invigorated her instructional practice to align with the ACTFL standards

Presenter(s): Nancy Zimmerman and Karen L. Rauch, Kutztown University; Kim Tropp, Trinity High School

sponsor(s): PSMLAstrand: Assessmentapplicable level(s): Alllanguage of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): Spanish


751 how to Incorporate Tablet Computers into Chinese Classroom

This session will demonstrate how to incorporate tablet computers into Chinese classrooms to facilitate devel-opment of students’ three modes of communication skills Strategies of innovative and authentic assess-ment will be addressed In addition, students’ work, video clips, students’ reactions and possible challenges on the road will be viewed and discussed

Presenter(s): Henny Chen, Moreau Catholic High School; ChinHuei Yeh, Shrewsbury Sherwood Middle School

sponsor(s): CLASSstrand: Technologyapplicable level(s): Alllanguage of Presentation: English, Chineseapplicable language(s): Chinese

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752 using visuals and OPI Elicitation Techniques to Improve Oral Proficiency

Learn to use OPI elicitation techniques in conjunction with visual images and picture stories to effectively aid students in improving their oral proficiency from the Novice through the Superior levels in any language classroom Specific examples are drawn from two university-level Spanish language courses

Presenter(s): Marilyn Manley, Rowan Universitysponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: The Learnerapplicable level(s): Alllanguage of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): All

11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 102 B

753 Games for Reading and writing in the k–12 Arabic Classroom

What do you do when students lose that initial excite-ment about learning Arabic letters? How do you keep them motivated as they learn to read and spell new words? Discover a variety of reading, writing and spell-ing games that put the fun into learning vocabulary

Presenter(s): Tina Cannon, Renaissance Academy; Michelle Timothy Safadi, Academy for Math Engineering and Science

sponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: The Learnerapplicable level(s): Grades 6–12language of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): Arabic


754 value Added: Third Party Assessment, Professional Development, and Online Courses

Last year, Chicago Public Schools (CPS) expanded use of third party online proficiency assessments and courses to strengthen and enhance world language programs Presenters will share how CPS leveraged data, in-depth professional development, and online courses with flex-ible implementation options to meet the diverse needs of teachers and students

Presenter(s): Jim Snyder, Avant Assessment; Beth Gemmill, Middlebury Interactive Languages; Amy Hammerand, Chicago Public Schools

sponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: Technologyapplicable level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12language of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): All

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755 Empowering Students’ Interactivity and Proficiency Through Technology-Enhanced Activities

This panel offers effective tools and practical strate-gies for technology-enhanced activities, from social networks to online writing to multimedia presentation resources, that are most relevant for second language learning Specifically, technical procedure, application guideline, model lesson, and assessment method of various interactive activities (with Chinese as examples) are shared

Presenter(s): Ka Wong, St. Olaf College; Yang Xiao and Christopher Magriney, University of Southern California


11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 103 C

756 Providing Authentic media for Language Learning

Media technologies today are unparalleled in their ability to engage learners and accurately represent many aspects of the communication process, providing an accurate and colorful view of the target culture This presentation will describe a Web-based multimedia library for delivering authentic second language materi-als and ways it can be used

Presenter(s): Michael Bush, Brigham Young Universitysponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: Technologyapplicable level(s): Alllanguage of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): All


757 Improving Fluency Through Rich, Culture-based units

A classroom that blends linguistic and cultural study builds an appreciation in the students for the language and culture being studied Participants will learn how to use Understanding by Design to create rich, culture-based units of study that will make the study of language deep and meaningful

Presenter(s): Caroline M. Toth, Carlyle High School; Kristy Placido, Fowlerville High School

sponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: Cultureapplicable level(s): Grades 6–12language of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): Spanish


758 Rebuilding a French Program Through Focused Recruitment of heritage Spanish Speakers

Focusing on the recruitment of heritage Spanish speakers leads to increased enrollment and retention in declining French programs Based on the experiences of a French program that tripled in Washington State, the presenter and attendees will share student testimoni-als, strategies, and outcomes of a successful outreach program

Presenter(s): Catherine A. Ousselin, Mount Vernon High School

sponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: Researchapplicable level(s): Grades 6–12language of Presentation: Frenchapplicable language(s): French


759 Tips on Instructional Strategies for Language Teachers

In this session, presenters will share strategies and techniques that will help students become success-ful language learners Activities will focus on the Interpretive, Interpersonal and Presentational modes

Presenter(s): Ida Wilder (Chair), Greece Athena High School, NY; Bruna Boyle, University of Rhode Island; Lucrezia Lindia, Eastchester High School

sponsor(s): AATIstrand: Assessmentapplicable level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12language of Presentation: Italianapplicable language(s): Italian


760 Implicit and Explicit Instruction and the Acquisition of ser and estar

The Spanish verbs ser and estar are covered in almost all Spanish language courses; however, the coverage of this semantic distinction in textbooks is quite traditional This session will present three different instructional treatments for ser and estar and their effectiveness on intermediate Spanish learners

Presenter(s): Laura Marques-Pascual and Eve Zyzik, University of California, Santa Cruz

sponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: Researchapplicable level(s): Higher Educationlanguage of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): Spanish


761 Representing the war: world war II in Italian Literature

This session examines the works of Italian literature that have focused on the representation of World War II, especially recent texts that reappraise such issues as the partisan movement, Fascism, and gender and war Elsa Morante’s Roma: Una Citta’ Not So Aperta (Popoff); Bisogno Distinguere L’esperienza dalla Memoria: The Changing Face of the Partigiano from Rossellini and Levi to Veresi (Scheiber); The Mystery of Women Partisans in Contemporary Fiction: ‘Una strana fortuna’ by Luce d’Eramo and ‘Rossoamaro’ by Bruno Morchio (Zaczek); Stefania Lucamante: Truce is Never for a Woman: Liana Millu and the Literature of (No) Return (Salsini)

Presenter(s): Laura Salsini (Chair), University of Delaware; Gabrielle Popoff, Colorado Mountain College; Elizabeth Scheiber, Rider University; Barbara Zaczek, Clemson University

sponsor(s): AATIstrand: Cultureapplicable level(s): Higher Education


762 Intercultural Sensitivity Development and the Short-Term Sojourn

This session presents the results of a mixed-methods study detailing changes in university students’ intercultural sensitivity during a four-week study abroad program in Salamanca, Spain Participants will gain a better understanding of intercultural sensitivity and how to support students’ intercultural sensitivity development in the study abroad context

Presenter(s): Melanie Bloom and Arturo Miranda, University of Nebraska at Omaha



763 Fostering Intercultural Communication: Integrating Language and Culture in the Classroom

This session explores strategies for integrating culture into language instruction to help students improve their communication skills within a global society Several activities using authentic materials and technology applications will be explored The activities will target all levels of instruction and the interpretive, interper-sonal, and presentational modes of communication

Presenter(s): Maria Jesus Amores, West Virginia University

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764 Are They Advanced Level? Lab for Oral Proficiency for majors

This session will present Spanish Lab for Oral Proficiency, a sequence of two courses specially designed for majors and minors to take during senior year Participants will examine student-centered, interpersonal communication activities using technol-ogy, learning goals and assessment of this creative and innovative lab sequence

Presenter(s): Celines Villalba-Rosado, Rutgers University

sponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: Professionalismapplicable level(s): Higher Educationlanguage of Presentation: English, Spanishapplicable language(s): All


765 National Japanese Exam: 2012 Results and Future Plans

NCJLT will present the results of its third annual National Japanese Exam held in 2012 Presenters will discuss revisions for the 2013 exam as well as future plans Participants will learn about test administration, view sample test questions, and have an opportunity to share their suggestions and ask questions

Presenter(s): Fukumi Matsubara, North Central College; Miyuki Johnson, Elkins Pointe Middle School; Nobuko Hasegawa, Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts

sponsor(s): AATJstrand: Assessmentapplicable level(s): Grades 6–12language of Presentation: Japaneseapplicable language(s): Japanese


766 The Group Cognition Project: An Initiative to Enhance Teacher Education

The presentation describes a project that has as its goal to help teachers improve their English presentation and writing skills and their technology skills by building an online community of practice and understanding in which participants construct and share knowledge

Presenter(s): Donald Fischer; Kueilan Chensponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: Professionalismapplicable level(s): Alllanguage of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): All


767 Incorporating Fitness Science for Today’s Digital Natives in Japanese Classroom

Today’s youths have been brought up with digital devices and their lifestyle has been less active This session presents an innovative fitness science unit, where students learn about the principles of fitness sci-ence, explore a variety of physical exercise programs, and create an innovative fitness program for digital natives

Presenter(s): Kazue Masuyama, California State University; Mieko Avello, Miami Palmetto Senior High School, AP Japanese Development

sponsor(s): AATJstrand: Cultureapplicable level(s): Alllanguage of Presentation: Japaneseapplicable language(s): Japanese


768 Teaching for Social Justice in All Foreign Language Classrooms

Few resources? Young students? Novice-low learners? No ideas? This interactive session led by experienced educators will address how social justice themes can be incorporated into all levels of language classes, even in small programs with few resources Practical ideas in three languages will be provided, with links to more

Presenter(s): Cassandra Glynn; Beth Wassell, Rowan University; Pamela Mary Wesely, University of Iowa; June C. Carter, University of South Carolina Upstate

sponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: Cultureapplicable level(s): Alllanguage of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): All


769 Second Language Program Assessment and Students’ Reflections on Learning Outcomes

This presentation reports on assessment of a Spanish major The effectiveness of the curriculum is measured by traditional means (senior tests and research proj-ects), but also by the students’ verbalization of learning outcomes in reflective essays included in their capstone portfolios

Presenter(s): Marta Anton, IUPUIsponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: Assessmentapplicable level(s): Higher Educationlanguage of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): Spanish


770 Teaching Francophone Literature Through Literature Circles

This presentation will discuss and demonstrate how Francophone literature can be taught in foreign language undergraduate courses through literature circles The audience will participate in a literature circle demonstration and receive a lesson plan to teach selected texts To conclude the presentation will share students’ reactions of literature circles pedagogy

Presenter(s): Lucie Viakinnou-Brinson, Kennesaw State University

sponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: The Learnerapplicable level(s): Higher Educationlanguage of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): French


771 Completely Captivating Activities kids Crave

Students enjoy purposeful activities that are connected to their lives and ultimately lead to mastery of the target language Incorporate what students desire and still lead them to language proficiency Texting, videos, music, collaborating in groups, drama, storytelling, and student-led games—are just a few of a teenager’s favorite things

Presenter(s): Mira Canion, Erie High Schoolsponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: The Learnerapplicable level(s): Alllanguage of Presentation: EnglishApplicable Language(s): All


772 Applying Research to Improve Teaching and Learning

How do cognitive and social constructs inform language teaching and learning? By providing practical examples and research-based applications, this presentation will outline ways to include language learning strategies, new online resources, best practices in assessment and specific materials for LCTL teachers

Presenter(s): Anup P. Mahajan (Chair), National Capital Language Resource Center; Anna Uhl Chamot, George Washington University; Margaret Malone, Center for Applied Linguistics

sponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: Researchapplicable level(s): Alllanguage of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): All

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773 Incorporating Language Learning into Elementary and middle Schools

Many school divisions are seeking ways to implement world language instruction for early learners without it being cost prohibitive in times of budget strife Our county and city schools are going through the same dilemma Learn how we have tackled the problem and developed a program with multiple languages

Presenter(s): Paul Richard Kuettner, Washington and Lee University



774 Teaching with an OPI in mind: Effective Oral Assessment

This session demonstrates how we can assess foreign language courses with students’ learning outcomes with a final oral assessment that is inspired by the OPI The presentation also offers insights about setting clear course objectives, a backward design based on such an interview, implications, and applications for teaching

Presenter(s): LiFeng Hu, Lewis Universitysponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: Assessmentapplicable level(s): Higher Educationlanguage of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): All


775 Foreign Language Classrooms as a Platform for Global Change

Foreign language classrooms do more than deliver language instruction—they serve as a gateway for students to experience the world and explore new cultures Discuss with a panel of experts why global competency is an essential 21st century skill and share ways to build global competency in classrooms

Presenter(s): Katherine Schlemann, Kathy Welling, and Alex Luther, EF Education First

sponsor(s): ACTFLstrand: Cultureapplicable level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12language of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): All


776 The Elephant in the Room: machine Translation in Language Learning

How and when do students use Machine Translation (MT) such as Google Translate? Could access to MT have a positive impact on language learning? This presentation will discuss results from a survey of students regarding the use of MT and will explore ways to discuss this tool in advanced courses

Presenter(s): Joan Munne, Joan Clifford, Lisa M. Merschel, and Deb S. Reisinger, Duke University



777 Preparing Students for the German AP Exam Through All Levels

Presenters will show how to develop practice materials for the new AP German Language and Culture Exam Special focus of this session will be on the exam’s subsections Interpersonal Writing and Interpersonal Speaking Already-developed materials will also be shared and discussed

Presenter(s): Katharina Barbe (Chair), Northern Illinois University; Ninja Nagel; John H. Stark; Volker Langeheine, Technical University of Braunschweig; Sigurd Piwek, Milwaukee Public Schools

sponsor(s): AATGstrand: Assessmentapplicable level(s): Grades 6–12language of Presentation: Germanapplicable language(s): German


778 Graphic Novels in the German Classroom

A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words: Reading ‘Die Suche’ and ‘Die Welle’ in the German Classroom (Eppelsheimer); Devising Reading/Speaking/Writing Activities at Different Proficiency Levels from Graphic Literature: Challenges and Opportunities (Kuhn-Osius); The Utility of Graphic Novels for Advancing Target Language Vocabulary Acquisition and Reading Proficiency (Kutch)

Presenter(s): Jennifer Redmann (Chair), Franklin & Marshall College; Natalie Eppelsheimer, Middlebury College; Eckhard Kuhn-osius, Hunter College–CUNY; Lynn Kutch, Kutztown University



779 Berlin als interkultureller Text: migration, Integration, and Intercultural Exchange

Using the city itself as text, presenters will share mate-rials that can be used to teach students at all levels about a multicultural Berlin They will provide session attendees with suggestions for planning and executing successful study trips to Berlin that focus on the city’s ethnic, cultural and religious diversity

Presenter(s): Anita Ratwik (Chair); Margaret Hampton, Earlham College; John W. Long; Leroy Taft Hopkins

sponsor(s): AATGstrand: Cultureapplicable level(s): Alllanguage of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): German


780 Beyond method and Truth: Drama in the FL Classroom

This session explores the potential of drama for opening new perspectives and possibilities in foreign language, culture, and literature courses Oriented towards looking beyond, the presentations will discuss drama techniques in language classes under the rubrics of post-method FL pedagogy, post-holistic learning, and post-dramatic theater aesthetics

Presenter(s): Susanne Even, Indiana University; Barbara Schmenk, University of Waterloo; Morgan Koerner

sponsor(s): AATGstrand: Researchapplicable level(s): Higher Educationlanguage of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): German


781 LingoTech DeutschTo acquire communicative skills, German students must be inspired and motivated By presenting a multi-sensory learning experience using contemporary communication methods, students can better overcome barriers to learning

Presenter(s): Marilyn Lilly (Chair), Hopewell Valley Central High School; Uwe Kind, Kind International

sponsor(s): AATGstrand: The Learnerapplicable level(s): Alllanguage of Presentation: Germanapplicable language(s): German

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782 Collaborating for Success: Creating an Effective workforce Among Chinese Immersion Schools

Three Chinese immersion administrators will share tangible techniques to work together The panelists will share an administrative perspective on how to support teachers so that their programs provide an excellent immersion experience to students, and how these efforts will sustain the Chinese immersion programs in the long run

Presenter(s): Luyi Lien, Yinghua Academy; Kevin Chang, Chinese American International School; Marty Chen, Utah State Office of Education

sponsor(s): CLTAstrand: Professionalismapplicable level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12language of Presentation: English, Chineseapplicable language(s): Chinese


783 Implementing Task-based Pedagogy in CFL Classroom

The panel explores the ways to implement task-based language teaching (TBLT) in Chinese classrooms at the intermediate level Specifically, it investigates how cognitively engaging and meaningful activities can be designed, adjusted, and incorporated into Chinese language teaching in a normal classroom setting to enhance teaching and learning effectiveness

Presenter(s): Lihong Huang, Juei-Chen Hsiao, and Yu-Sheng Yang, Georgetown University

sponsor(s): CLTAstrand: Professionalismapplicable level(s): Alllanguage of Presentation: Chineseapplicable language(s): Chinese


784 Critical Language Takes Critical Thinking to Prepare Students for Success

Interlaced with meaningful classroom activities, the presentation addresses how to use meaningful activities to tackle general learning obstacles: learner’s anxiety, short attention span, learning frustrations, and unsustainable motivation to create a friendly, engaging, motivating, and rewarding learning environment, and students will follow you to the end of the earth

Presenter(s): Jian Gao, Belmont Hill School; Piling Chiu, Naperville North High School

sponsor(s): CLASSstrand: The Learnerapplicable level(s): Alllanguage of Presentation: English, Chineseapplicable language(s): All

11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.Pennsylvania Convention Center, Room 123

785 Learning and AssessmentThese papers address assessment issues such as oral task-based performance assessment, and the use of authentic multimedia materials in integrated performance assessment Also addressed is the effect of reading structure revision on reading comprehen-sion of learners at the intermediate level Constructing Specifications of Oral Task Performance Assessment in CFL (Su); Applying ACTFL’s Integrated Performance Assessment in High Level Chinese Classes (Chen); Improvement of CFL Reading Comprehension by Systematic Structure Revision (Huang)

Presenter(s): Shuhui Su (Chair), Grove City College; Shuchen Chen, University of Virginia; Ting Huang, New York University; Rong Cheng, Columbia University

sponsor(s): CLTAstrand: Assessment, Researchapplicable level(s): All


786 Internationalizing Students’ Learning Experiences Through Collaboration with Students from China

This panel explores effective approaches to interna-tionalizing students’ learning experiences with the opportunities brought by the increasing presence of Chinese students on campus These approaches include Chinese students being a learning resource, collabora-tion with them to improve writing, and interviews with native speakers

Presenter(s): Aili Mu (Chair), Tonglu Li, Yi Jin, and Lu Yang, Iowa State University

sponsor(s): CLTAstrand: The Learnerapplicable level(s): Higher Educationlanguage of Presentation: English, Chineseapplicable language(s): Chinese


787 Develop Students’ Proficiency Through Digital Storytelling

Storytelling can be a powerful approach to develop stu-dents’ proficiency across the interpretive, interpersonal, and presentational modes Participants will review numbers of web-based free, easy tools through student-created animation production from a variety of cultures, genres, languages, and levels and examine ways to integrate stories into existing lessons

Presenter(s): Yi Ping Yao (Chair), Montville Township High School; Tsun-Ju Lin, Red Bank School District; Annick Huiching Chen, Abraham Lincoln High School

sponsor(s): CLTAstrand: Technologyapplicable level(s): Pre-K–Grade 12language of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): Chinese


788 Student-Centered Learning Activities

Actively engaging students in the world languages classroom continues to be a challenge We are expected to cover the curriculum, focus on the goals of our district, differentiate instruction and produce quality assessments In this session, we will show how student-centered learning activities can support these efforts

Presenter(s): Thomasina I. White, School District of Philadelphia

sponsor(s): PSMLAstrand: The Learnerapplicable level(s): Grades 6–12language of Presentation: Englishapplicable language(s): French, Spanish

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