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Motivation, Engagement, and Classroom Culture

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Energizing Activities for Early Engagement

Assessment
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Innovation and Advocacy in Language Education

DAY 3: Energizing Activities for Early Engagement

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DAY 3:  Energizing Activities for Early Engagement

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Zero Prep Spanish Sponge Activities for Any Level

 With Jessica Hall - Miss Señorita

Jessica Hall is an experienced Spanish teacher who has dedicated her career to making language learning fun and accessible. Having taught Spanish in diverse settings from Baltimore to the Bronx, Jessica understands the challenges educators face.

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Interpersonal Speaking Activities You Can Use Tomorrow

 With Jamie Rodriguez - Specialty Spanish

Jamie Rodriguez is a dedicated Spanish teacher with 25 years of experience at a high school in Connecticut. As a passionate advocate for both teachers and students, Jamie has transformed her teaching approach, especially after the pandemic, focusing on creating engaging, ready-to-use resources for her peers.

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Let's Play in all the Modes

 With Claudia Elliot - Founder of Growing With Proficiency - The Spanish Teacher Academy

Claudia Elliott is an experienced Spanish teacher from Colombia, now inspiring students in the United States. With a teaching career that began in 2005, Claudia has taught all levels of Spanish, including AP and IB courses. She is passionate about creating engaging, communicative classrooms and has been recognized as the Florida Foreign Language Association Teacher of the Year and the Southern Conference of Language Teaching Teacher of the Year.

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Excellent Analog Activities in a Digital World

 With Eric Richards - Eric Richards Instructional Consulting, LLC

Eric Richards is a dedicated high school German teacher and department chair at Fort Sumo North High School in O'Fallon, Missouri. With over 20 years of experience, Eric has been recognized as a finalist for the ACTFL National Teacher of the Year in 2021. He is an accomplished author and presenter, sharing his expertise at various conferences, including CSCTFL and the Michigan World Language Association.

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Engaging Generation Alpha with Low Tech Gamification

 With Maureen Lamb - Latintechtools

Maureen Lamb is an accomplished educator with 15 years of experience teaching Latin at multiple levels, from middle school to graduate school. Currently serving as the Dean of Academic Technology and Innovative Pedagogy at the Walker School in Simsbury, Connecticut, Maureen also holds the role of Latin teacher and Digital Citizenship Instructor. As a Google Certified Trainer, she specializes in generative AI, differentiation, neurodiversity, Comprehensible Input, Integrated Performance Assessments, equitable grading, assessment, and inclusive classroom practices. Maureen's extensive contributions to education have earned her prestigious accolades, including the ACTFL K-12 Innovative Teaching Award and the SCS Excellence in Teaching Award in 2022.

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Create 60-minute Lessons in 90 Seconds Using AI to Maximize Student Engagement

 With Alasdair Harris - LingoTeach.ai (Founder)

Alasdair Harris is a dedicated language educator from Scotland, with extensive experience teaching German, French, and Spanish across the UK and Germany. As the founder of Lingoteach AI, he has developed innovative educational technology products that simplify lesson planning and enhance student engagement. Over the past 18 months, Alasdair has trained more than 2,000 teachers on effectively using AI to create engaging language lessons, demonstrating his commitment to supporting fellow educators. He has presented at various international conferences, including the World Language Teachers Summit and the EdTech conference in Ireland, sharing his insights on integrating technology into language instruction. Alasdair's approach combines humor and creativity, making learning enjoyable and effective for students. He understands the challenges teachers face, such as time constraints and the need for engaging resources, and aims to provide practical solutions that empower educators. Outside of teaching, Alasdair enjoys connecting with other educators and fostering a sense of community among language teachers, ensuring they feel supported and inspired in their teaching journeys.

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