Professional Documents
Culture Documents
October 31November 2
Radisson Paper Valley Hotel Appleton, Wisconsin
The creation of the 2013 WAFLT graphic on the cover of this publication was created by Susan Partin
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The Executive Board of the Wisconsin Association For Language Teachers is pleased to offer up to 10 scholarships available to college-level students preparing to become language teachers. The purpose of these scholarships is to provide teachers-in-training with financial assistance to attend the WAFLT Fall Conference. By attending the conference, teachers-in-training will have the opportunity to become familiar with WAFLT and the language-specific professional organizations which also hold meetings during the conference, meet and interact with teachers already in the profession, become more familiar with trends in language education, and learn firsthand the benefits of membership in WAFLT. Scholarship Requirements C College/university juniors, seniors, or graduate students must be declared language teaching majors or minors. C Students who have completed or are currently enrolled in a language methods course are eligible. C Nominators (methods instructor or cooperating teacher) must be current members of WAFLT, must have been members for at least the two years preceding the nomination, and they may only nominate up to 5 students each. C At least one scholarship will be available for each of the languages represented on the WAFLT Board, including: Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Latin, Slavic Languages, Spanish, and one for Other World Languages. Scholarship Amount C Cost of registration for the WAFLT Fall Conference C Cost of a Friday Morning Workshop The scholarship does not include meals or lodging.
Application process: Application instructions and important details can be found under Grants and Scholarships at waflt.org and must be submitted electronically to grants@waflt.org by September 25. Please follow the specific steps listed (e.g., creating a login) before submitting application. IMPORTANT APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Student applicants must first go to WAFLTs website,waflt.org. Please follow the prompts to join WAFLT as a student member. Be sure to keep your login and password accessible as you will need them whenever you access your information on the website or register for the WAFLT Fall Conference. (Do not register for the WAFLT Fall Conference until you have heard from the scholarship committee!) Students or nominators must submit the application electronically, including filling out and attaching the student application form, a one-page personal statement explaining why they wish to attend the WAFLT Fall Conference, and an individualized letter of recommendation from a methods instructor or cooperating teacher. All three documents should be submitted electronically to grants@waflt.org in one email by either the student or the nominator. Notification: The WAFLT Grants and Scholarships Committee will process the applications and make recommendations to the Executive Board. Scholarship winners will be notified by email in early October.
Important! Scholarship applicants should not register for the conference until after receiving notification of their status.
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Common Core Standards through World Languages: Building Literacy for 21st Century Learners
Emphasizing the three modes of communication (interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational), World Language teachers support and strengthen students literacy as described in the Common Core State Standards. Workshop participants experience and analyze numerous strategies that explicitly build students skills in interpretive listening and reading, presentational writing, and interpersonal listening and speaking. Participants will Identify approaches that simultaneously develop 21st century skills of creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration. They will also consider ways to engage and motivate students at all levels.
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$45 fee includes registration, lunch, and coffee breaks Register early; space is limited **Please note: participants in the Thursday Workshop must register for all or part of the WAFLT Conference on Friday and Saturday, November 1-2.
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Friday, November 1
8:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m.
In the summers of 1999 and 2000, ACTFL and the National Foreign Language Resource Center at Iowa State University collaborated on an initiative that sought to address the issues in foreign language education and to outline a plan of action that will be undertaken by the profession. Five critical concerns were identified to be discussed: 1. Architecture of the Profession 2. Curriculum, Instruction, Articulation, and Assessment 3. Research 4. Teacher Development 5. Teacher Recruitment Following the ACTFL model, the WAFLT Executive Board discussed these five topics over the past decade. Now, WAFLT would like to invite all of its members to be part of the discussion. This year, two workshops will be held during the 2013 WAFLT Fall Conference. One will be for members to participate in the creation of a WAFLT New Visions in Action Task Force. As part of this task force, members will be asked to devote their time and expertise to refine the work that has already begun on the national and state level and to answer the following questions: 1. What can WAFLT and its membership do? 2. What are the priorities for these actions? 3. Who will do the work? The second workshop is geared toward teachers in their first years of the profession. If you are a new teacher in the first five years of your teaching career, consider this P 19 P workshop as a way to share your experiences, collaborate with colleagues, and get information on how you can become more informed and involved in the profession of teaching World Languages. The five topics and three questions will be discussed during the Workshops on Friday morning. While there is no cost for this Workshop, separate registration is required.* Participants will be sent a finalized agendas and discussion papers once the registration forms have been received. Important Application Procedures People wishing to take part in the New Visions in Action: A WAFLT Task Force Workshop, or New Visions in Action: A New Teachers Workshop should complete the application form found on the WAFLT website at waflt.org. Please email the downloaded and completed form by October 1, 2013 to: Kyle Gorden WAFLT NVA Chairman gordky@elkhorn.k12.wi.us (262) 723-6316 * Participants must also register for the 2013 WAFLT Fall Conference.
... Relax after your drive to Appleton ... Renew acquaintances ... Meet new people ... Enjoy a beverage and snacks ... Mix and mingle
Snacks provided C Cash bar available Included in your registration packet will be a coupon for a complimentary beverage for this reception only.
WAFLT Board Members Are you a new teacher or a first-time WAFLT conference attendee?
Be sure to attend this Conference Orientation Session which will familiarize you with all the wonderful things that WAFLT and the 2013 Fall Conference have to offer. C Meet the WAFLT Executive Board C Discuss the conference layout C Receive many tips on making this a most rewarding conference
Sessions marked with this icon ( ' ) will be of particular interest to teachers at the beginning of their careers!
Keynote Address: Terry Caccavale will explore the importance of multiple literacies in 21st century world language education. Awards Ceremony: Recipients of the Distinguished Language Educator Award, Anthony J. Gradisnik, Frank M. Grittner New Teacher Award, and ISE Language Matters Award and more will be recognized.
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Conference Tip
The number in brackets after each title, e.g., [1] identifies the state teacher standard which applies to that session.
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Friday Workshops
FW-1 Assessing What Matters [1, 7, 8] Presenters: Karen Fowdy, Independent Consultant , and Lisa Hendrickson, Independent Consultant, School District of Monroe Language: All Languages Level: Middle School; High School; Post-Secondary Participants shift the focus from asking, "What will I teach on Monday?" to "What will my students be ABLE TO DO?" Participants will design culturally-rich authentic assessments that guide instruction and create rubrics that describe performance and advance proficiency. 'FW-2 Central States Extension Workshop Presentation [7, 8, 10] Presenters: Stephanie Diedrich, Department Chair/Spanish Teacher, Catholic Memorial High School, Waukesha; Kate Rozman, German Teacher, Mukwonago High School Language: All Languages Level: High School Participants will gain a better understanding of Standards Based Grading and how it applies to our daily lives in the classroom. Participants are encouraged to bring their standards/essential leaning outcomes/SMART goals, assessments/rubrics, and unit/theme ideas for collaboration during this session.
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Ignite Creativity via Storytelling: Principles and Formulas that Make Writing Stories Easy [1, 4, 7] Presenters: Haiyun Lu, Chinese Language and Culture Teacher, University School of Milwaukee; Piyanut Sripanawongsa, Chinese Language and Culture Teacher, Middleton High School Language: All Languages Level: All Levels Why are stories so essential in human existence? The presenters will take you on a quest to find answers based on brain research, master-storytelling principles, and creative storytelling formulas. Participants will work on authentic materials collectively to create engaging stories. FW-4 Keys to Planning for Student Learning [4, 7] Presenter: Donna Clementi, Professional Development Consultant, ACTFL Language: All Languages Level: All Levels Participants examine a model unit from Keys to Planning for Student Learning, a new ACTFL publication, to identify how the 5 Cs, 21st Century Skills, and Common Core Standards are integrated into K-12 lesson, unit, and curriculum design. FW-5 New Visions in Action: A WAFLT New Teacher Workshop [1, 8, 9, 10] Presenters: Lynn Sessler Neitzel, Japanese Teacher, and Susana Gorski, Spanish Teacher, Menasha Joint School District Language: All Languages Level: All Levels This workshop is designed to help new teachers navigate their way through those first few years to be a success in our profession. Various aspects will be highlighted, including the importance of engagement in professional organizations. P 23 P
Conference Tip
If this is the first WAFLT Conference you are attending, please check the first time attendee box when registering to receive special instructions and recognition.
Friday Workshops
FW-10 Mit Vorurteilen umgehen lernen [1, 2, 3, 4] Presenter: Sigurd Piwek, Teacher, Milwaukee German Immersion School Language: German Level: All Levels Today, whether at school or university, at work or at home, people from different cultural backgrounds live, learn, and work together. As such, it is becoming more and more important to teach intercultural awareness skills. FW-11 Classroom Re-enactments: Armor, Oratorical Gestures, Crowd Acclamations, and Legionary Training [1, 3, 7, 10] Presenter: Dr. Greg Aldrete, Frankenthal Professor of History & Humanistic Studies, UW-Green Bay Language: Latin Level: All Levels This session entails several activities used to bring the ancient world to life for students: constructing Greek and Roman linen body armor; learning gestures used by Roman orators and acclamations chanted by crowds; and staging a Roman Legionary training day. FW-12 African Diaspora in the Americas: Touch the Drum. Feel the Energy. Connect Culturally. [1, 7] Presenter: Pablo Muirhead, Spanish & Education Instructor, Milwaukee Area Technical College Language: Spanish Level: All Levels The inextricable nature of language and culture beckons us to rethink how we integrate the two in order to develop students intercultural competencies. Learn about the African diaspora in the Americas. As an ensemble, play the Peruvian cajn. This session will be in Spanish. FW-13 From the Maya to Madrid... [1, 4, 7, 8] Presenter: Marie Mattson, Retired Spanish Teacher, Ashland High School Language: Spanish Level: Middle School; High School Looking for variety when assessing cultural activities? The cultural lessons with assessments will include: Maya math, Maya glyphs, a virtual trip to Madrid, a lesson about the dancing horses of Spain, and the use of telenovelas in the classroom.
Friday Workshops
FW-15 New Visions in Action: A WAFLT Task Force Workshop [4, 9, 10] Presenters: Kyle Gorden, WAFLT NVA Chair, Elkhorn Area High School; Jacquelyn Dove, Retired French Teacher, Elmbrook Schools Language: All Languages Level: All Levels This workshop is an initiative to create a Task Force to address the issues in language education and to outline a plan of action that will be undertaken by the profession. Five concerns of the profession will be discussed.
WAFLT Luncheon
Languages: Literacy for Life!
Friday, November 1 11:451:15
Empire Room
Join us in recognizing the student winners of the WAFLT Discover Languages Student Postcard and Video contests. Awards will be given to World Language students who designed a postcard and/or video that depicts the 2013 WAFLT Fall Conference Theme: Languages: Literacy for Life. These contests were open to all World Language students in Wisconsin PreK-16. Come celebrate and see how our students are helping Wisconsin Discover Languages and Discover the World!
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After you have registered: C C C C Look for a detailed receipt sent via email as soon as the registration is processed. Double check that you are signed up for the proper workshops and meal functions. Make any changes/additions to your registration by logging in to the WAFLT website prior to the conference. Please note that additions may require additional payment and on-site change requests are subject to availability.
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On the Conference Planner (page 21) you will notice a ($) symbol in front of the sessions or functions that require an additional fee.
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Look for hotel reservation information on page 41, and registration information starting on page 42 of this publication. To ensure your place at the conference, register online at waflt.org or complete your registration form and send it by October 19, 2013 Be sure you have a place to stay make your hotel reservation directly with the Radisson Paper Valley Hotel by October 12, 2013, to receive special WAFLT rates.
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Nowadays, the role of a World Language teacher is not limited to teaching the language itself, but rather LIFE, through the target language. In order to negotiate life through another language, multiple literacies are needed, including communicative and cultural literacy. By developing these literacies on the part of our students, we help to develop the college and career-readiness skills demanded by the Common Core Initiative, the Partnership for 21st Century Skills, and the College Board, as well as by local educational authorities. Join keynote speaker Terry Caccavale as she explores the importance of multiple literacies in 21st century world language education.
Therese Sullivan Caccavale connects with language teachers! She speaks our language and understands our problems because she herself is a dedicated teacher. She has focused her teaching career on Immersion Education, emphasizing the exclusive use of the target language in the classroom. Terry is a doctoral student at Boston University with a specialization in Second Language Literacy. In addition to being the Keynote Speaker at CSCTFL 2013, she presented a workshop titled Literacy: The Key to Second Language Development. Terry completed her dual BA in Elementary and French Education at SUNY Cortland in 1975. In 2005, she received the Distinguished Alumni Award from this same institution. She received her MA in French Linguistics from Middlebury College in 1978, and her DEA (Diplme d'tudes Approfondies) from l'Universit de Franche-Comt (Besanon, France) in 1978. In the Fall of 1979 she began the French Immersion Program in the Holliston, MA Public Schools, and in 1998 began the Spanish FLES Program, for which the district was awarded the Melba D. Woodruff Award for Exemplary Elementary Foreign Language Instruction in 2011 at the ACTFL Convention in Boston, MA. Terry has served as Secretary and President of the National Network for Early Language Learning, and has given workshops around the country. She was the Keynote Speaker in 2009 at the New York State Foreign Language Teachers Association Conference, and in 2012 at the Massachusetts Foreign Language Association Conference.
Awards Ceremony
WAFLT will recognize members who have received special awards and recognitions during the past year, including recipients of the Distinguished Language Educator Award, Anthony J. Gradisnik Award, Frank M. Grittner New Teacher Award, and ISE Language Matters Award.
Presider
WAFLT President-elect
Honored Attendee
Marge Draheim
WAFLT 2013 Distinguished Language Educator
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WAFLT Webizens
Friday, November 1
9:3010:30 p.m. Intermezzo
Communicate, Collaborate, Participate! Wish you were doing more with technology in teaching and learning? Already integrating technology? Need some new approaches? Have a tech problem to solve? Meet with colleagues in real time to share, solve problems, and grow your ideas. Join WAFLTs 21st Century Communications Committee for an informal social in Intermezzo. Not ready to call it a night? Join your colleagues and friends for our annual Dance and Social. Enjoy good music and dancing while you catch up with old friends
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Continental Breakfast
Danish Pastries, Muffins, and Bagels Coffee, Tea, Milk, Orange Juice Cost: Complimentary with Registration u Attend the annual business meeting u Meet the officers and board members of WAFLT u Find out about the professional activities sponsored by WAFLT for this school year u Get information about the 2014 WAFLT Fall Conference u Win a door prize!
T-1 Flipping Instruction: A Starting Point [3, 4, 7] Presenter: Danielle Chaussee, Spanish Teacher, NBCT, Oconomowoc High School Language: All Languages Level: High School This hands-on workshop demonstrates how flipping can work for you! The presenter will demonstrate flipped classroom lessons using an iPad, Educreations, QR codes, and Audacity. Come with your iPad, a laptop, a headset/microphone, and a grammar lesson to flip.
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Conference Tip
The temperature in the hotel conference rooms varies due to room size and attendance numbers. For your comfort, you may want to consider dressing in layers or bringing a sweater.
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Newer teachers will be particularly interested in the sessions marked with this icon: '
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Make sure that you participate in all the social events available. This is an excellent way to renew old friendships, make new friends, and develop collaboration among language professionals. See the Conference Overview on page 14 for scheduled times.
Oriental noodle salad with pea pods Crab rangoon Sweet & sour pork Teriyaki chicken stir-fry Steamed white rice Stir-fry vegetables with fresh ginger Almond cookies and fortune cookies Cost: $16.00
Real-World Skills for Global Scholars [1, 5, 6, 10] Presenters: Holly Morse, Spanish Teacher, and Brett Lipshutz, French Teacher, University School of Milwaukee Language: All Languages; French; Spanish Level: High School Participants in this workshop will be challenged to consider and develop innovative curriculum that will help their students become global scholars by connecting with the real world through project-based learning, community connections, authentic materials, media, and technology.
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T-5 Canis Senex, Nova Artificia [1, 3, 7, 8] Presenter: Daniel Tess, Latin and German Teacher, Brookfield Central High School Language: Latin Level: All Levels Dearest old dog Latin can learn new tricks! Attendees will raise pub voices in a few songs and then analyze how interactive white boards can help us produce excellent TPRS experiences for students.
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Bring return address stickers so you dont have to sign your name, address, and email address every time you order something from the exhibitors. Take advantage of exhibit breaks to visit the exhibit area and thank the exhibitors for their participation. P 38 P
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WAFLT Conference Hotel Radisson Paper Valley October 31November 1-2, 2013
Reservation Code Radisson Paper Valley Hotel 333 W. College Avenue (920) 733-8000 or 800-242-3499 www.radissonpapervalley.com WAFLT Cancellation Policy 24 hours prior to arrival date
Single $94
Double $104
Triple $114
Quad $124
Amenities
Indoor pool, restaurants and lounges
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You may register by phone at 920-733-8000 or 800-242-3499 or online a www.radissonpapervalley.com. You will need a credit card at the time of reservation and you will receive a confirmation number. Specify WAFLT as the reservation code. Concierge accommodations are available at the Paper Valley Hotel (PVH). Call 800-242-3499 and request in-house reservations for additional information and rates. Specify WAFLT as the reservation code. The PVH has 387 rooms and the property is 100% smoke-free. No charges are applied to your credit card until you check out, unless you do not abide by the hotels cancellation policy. Tax exemption will be allowed if: (a) your school has a tax exempt number; (b) you have a purchase order; or (c) you have a letter stating the charges will be reimbursed by a tax exempt entity. This information has to be in the PVH system at least two weeks prior to arrival. Express check-out will save you time and will eliminate long lines. When you check in, make it clear how payment is to be made. You will receive a bill under your door the night before departure or you can access it on the TV. Then you can just leave your key in the room. Please allow for state and local taxes when making your plans. Contact the Paper Valley Hotel for further details.
Downtown Appleton Washington Street Ramp (entrances on Washington or Division) and Midtown Ramp (entrances on Superior, Appleton, and Lawrence Streets) have skywalks to the Paper Valley Hotel. Cost to park is $2.00 which is paid to an automatic machine on your way into the ramp and take your receipt to activate the gate.
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WAFLT Online Membership Procedures C Login at waflt.org/asp/login.aspx OR create a new login at waflt.org/asp/newlogin.aspx
C Click on Account Information C Click on Edit, update your personal information, and save C Click the Join or Renew button
Please note:
C Thursday offers a five-hour pre-conference workshop with an additional fee of $45 which includes lunch. C Friday morning is reserved for workshops with an additional fee of $20. Pre-registration is recommended. C Saturday offers 90-minute morning and afternoon technology sessions for an additional fee of $10. Pre-registration is recommended. C Onsite registration is an additional $10.00 on Friday and/or Saturday. C If you have any special needs under ADA, please advise us by email to program@waflt.org. ASL needs must be requested in writing by October 1, 2013.
Refund Procedure
C Refund requests must be made in writing by November 30, 2013, and sent to WAFLT at P.O. Box 1493, Appleton, WI 54912. C A service charge of $20.00 is applied to all refunds. C No refunds for meals or workshop tickets are possible after October 19, 2013. C Membership dues are non-refundable.
Important!
If your school district submits your registration for attending the WAFLT Fall Conference, please double check that the proper workshops, meal functions, etc. are selected. You will receive a detailed receipt by email as soon as your registration has been processed. Prior to the conference you are able to make changes/additions to your registration by logging into your WAFLT account. Additions may require extra payment. Change requests made on-site at the conference cannot be guaranteed.
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