CALL-IS Events
Academic Session
Saturday, March 31, 2012 (10:00 – 12:45) in the Technology Showcase (Convention Center Room 103 B)
Smart Technology: Intelligent Tutoring Systems in Language Teaching and Learning
The presenters focus on the research, development, and implementation of intelligent tutoring systems in language teaching and learning. The session begins with an overview of intelligent tutoring systems and the latest research, and follows with specific examples and techniques for implementation in curricular settings.
Presenters: Lewis Johnson, Karen Price, Troy Cox, and Chris Hill
Detailed Schedule: http://www.call-is.org/info/mod/resource/view.php?id=381
Recording of Webcast: http://uccs.adobeconnect.com/p4t0rswnd4f/
InterSections
Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL-IS),
Materials Writers (MWIS),
and Second Language Writing (SLW-IS)
Thursday, March 29, 2012 (10:00 – 11:45) in the Technology Showcase (Convention Center – 103B)
Going Beyond the Textbook in Second Language Writing with CALL
The presenters will discuss the need for CALL materials that can supplement programs already using a textbook. Techniques for developing and implementing these materials will be presented, with a specific focus on teaching second language writing. Presenters will also discuss the future of the textbook and its integration with technology.
Presenters: Maggie Sokolik, Carla Meskill, Leslie Opp-Beckman, and Steve King
Detailed Schedule: http://www.call-is.org/info/mod/resource/view.php?id=380
Recording of Webcast: http://uccs.adobeconnect.com/p4yoy41tkiy/
International Teaching Assistants (ITA-IS),
Speech, Pronunciation, and Listening (SPLIS),
and Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL-IS)
Friday, March 30, 2012 (1:00 – 2:45) in the Technology Showcase (Convention Center – 103B)
Technologies for Refining International Teaching Assistants’
Speaking, Pronunciation, and Listening
Technology suggestions for teaching international teaching assistants speaking, pronunciation, and listening are constantly changing. The presenters explain and discuss current technologies and how to use them to enhance curriculum.
Presenters: Gary Carkin, Robert Elliott, and Mary Jetter
Detailed Schedule: http://www.call-is.org/info/mod/resource/view.php?id=382
Recording of Webcast: http://uccs.adobeconnect.com/p91fz2xcm68/
English as a Foreign Language (EFL-IS),
Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL-IS),
and Intercultural Communication (IC-IS)
Friday, March 30, 2012 (1:00 – 2:45) in Marriott – Franklin 9
Promoting Understanding Across Cultures in the EFL Classroom Through CALL
How can technology foster cultural awareness among EFL students and enhance language intelligibility across cultures and language varieties? This session addresses the supportive role of CALL in bridging the gap between language and culture to promote excellence in the EFL classroom.
Presenters: Carla Arena, Claudio Fleury, Claire Bradin Siskin, Eric Roth, and Nellie Deutsch
Detailed Schedule: http://www.call-is.org/info/mod/resource/view.php?id=383
Due to conflicts in session times, this session cannot be webcast.
EV Fair Classics
Friday, March 30, 2012 (2:00 – 2:50) in the Electronic Village (Convention Center – 103A)
Three of the EV Fair Classics session will be webcast, and are listed below. For the entire list of EV Fairs Classics sessions, see the Electronic Village Events Schedule.
Shaping the Way We Teach English: Best Practices Around the World
Presenters: Leslie Opp-Beckman and Rick Rosenberg
Recording of Webcast: http://uccs.adobeconnect.com/p4vi3kbzanf/
Training CALL Teachers Online
Presenter: Christine Bauer-Ramazani
Recording of Webcast: http://tinyurl.com/7mzwswf
EVO: The Electronic Village Online
Moodle for Teachers (Presented by Dr. Nellie Deutsch)
Developing Your Mentoring Skills (Presented by Marina Gonzalez)
Podcasting for the ESL-EFL Classroom (Presented by Evelyn Izquierdo)
Recording of Webcast: http://uccs.adobeconnect.com/p2rahxfp9u5/