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Oct
9

Where The Action Is: Discovering Possibilities in the CLT’s Upgraded Interactive Learning Spaces

demo by Richard Medina
REGISTER HERE (@hawaii.edu required) Facilitator: Dr. Richard Medina, Associate Faculty Specialist in Human-Computer Interaction Discover innovative instructional possibilities for language learning enabled by our newly upgraded collaborative and active learning spaces! These state-of-the-art spaces are designed to enhance student engagement through flexible physical and technological setups that foster collaboration, group work, and interactive pedagogy. In this hands-on workshop, Richard will showcase the features of these spaces and guide you through possibilities for leveraging them to boost learning experiences. Join us for an informative session that will include demonstrations, discussion, and brainstorming on how to make the most of these innovative technologies in ...
Sep
17

Enhancing Course Content with Rich Interactions (3-session series)

workshop by Naiyi Xie Fincham & Rachel Mamiya Hernandez
REGISTER HERE (@hawaii.edu required) Enhancing Course Content with Rich Interactions is a professional development series offered by the Center for Language & Technology. The main purpose of this series is to introduce faculty and graduate students in the College of Arts, Languages & Letters to principles of instructional design for world language and culture courses. They will learn skills and discover tools, such as generative AI, for creating and enhancing course content and students’ learning experiences with a variety of interactive activities. Designed primarily for language instructors, this year’s series comprises three (3) in-person 75-minute sessions that will guide participants in ...
Sep
10

Basic principles of graphic design for instructional materials

workshop by Julio Rodriguez
REGISTER HERE (@hawaii.edu required) In this hands-on session, you will learn about concepts and strategies useful to enhance the visual appeal and clarity of instructional materials. You will learn basic principles of graphic design applied to the creation of instructional materials. The first half of the session will focus on designing the overall structure of a document, including typography, layout, and visual hierarchy; the second half on the creation of simple graphics. No prior graphic design experience is necessary. Facilitator: Dr. Julio Rodriguez, Director, UH Mānoa, Center for Language & Technology Participants should bring their own computer device to participate in ...
Aug
5

2024 Russian Online Language Pedagogy (OLP) Summer Workshop

webinar
Russian Online Language Pedagogy (OLP)  Summer Workshop August 5, 7, & 9, 2024 Online This NFLRC professional learning opportunity, designed specifically for online Russian language teachers, will focus on three key areas of teaching Russian online: 1. Adapting materials and resources (Monday, August 5) 2. Teaching writing and reading in Russian (Wednesday, August 7) 3. Learner interaction (Friday, August 9) Live panel discussions in Zoom: 9:00-10:45 am Hawai‘i | 12:00-1:45 pm Pacific | 1:00-2:45 pm Mountain | 2:00-3:45 pm Central | 3:00-4:45 pm Eastern These interactive live sessions will be followed by related asynchronous tasks (e.g., sharing of resources, posts related to ...
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Jun
5

Beyond the Margins: Enhancing Student Engagement With Perusall and Social Annotating in the Classroom (IALLT webinar)

webinar by John Gibbons
This workshop examines the use of Perusall, a collaborative platform that transforms solitary reading assignments into engaging collective activities. This workshop is tailored for educators looking to enhance their students’ academic reading and writing skills by incorporating social annotating practices that foster critical thinking and in-depth analysis. Discover practical strategies to integrate Perusall into your curriculum, engage your classroom, and stimulate scholarly discussions that extend beyond the margins.
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Apr
30

Creating podcasts for active and authentic learning

demo by Naiyi Xie Fincham & Michaela Nuesser
Podcasts, a unique media model that has enabled a fresh generation of content producers, offer exciting opportunities for active and authentic learning in languages, cultures, and various specific domains. In this session, Naiyi will share the principles and processes involved in designing and creating podcasts as class projects. We will introduce the resources and facilities available at the CLT for podcast production, and highlight a successful podcast project implemented in one of  the Department of Second Language Studies (SLS) courses, produced right here at the CLT. Join us to discover how podcasts can provide students with rich language and cultural ...
May
15

Student-Led Language Exploration and Other Possibilities for Learning Beyond the Curriculum (IALLT webinar)

webinar by Carol Goss
As course offerings shrink with programs under threat, how can language centers facilitate language practice and continue meeting student needs and interests? Learn how one small center has embraced informal language groups, led by student volunteers and driven entirely by student interests. We’ll examine how these interest groups work and highlight the value of students leading students in language exploration. Beyond this particular model, we’ll exchange views on other relevant, and perhaps strategic, approaches to co-curricular learning that centers might pursue, such as intercultural assessment and learning.
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Mar
13

Leveraging AI tools for PBLL

demo by Rachel Mamiya Hernandez
Have you ever wanted to try project-based language learning (PBLL), but felt that it is too overwhelming or time consuming? Then, this D&D is for you! In this session, we will use the High Quality PBL framework as a guide and delve into AI powered tools that can support project design, planning, and implementation.
Feb
7

AI Enhanced Research Tools

demo by Julio Rodriguez & Richard Medina
Are you starting a new research project or wondering how you can enhance your existing research? In this session, you will learn about recent AI assisted technologies that are useful at different phases of a research project. We will provide demonstrations and example use cases for research/topic discovery, building citation networks and literature reviews, search and retrieval by topic and methodology, article summarization, finding interdisciplinary connections, and effective use of visualizations.
Dec
5

Cultivating Inclusivity in Language Teaching and CALL: A Deep Dive into Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)

webinar by Klimanova, Liudmila
In the realm of language teaching, the intersection of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) assumes a pivotal role in shaping effective pedagogical approaches and cultivating an inclusive, equitable learning environment. This presentation aims to establish the profound relevance of DEI principles in the context of second language learning and teaching, highlighting the symbiotic relationship between cultural diversity, social class, varying experiences, and linguistic proficiency. Drawing on the principles of Culturally Sustainable Pedagogies, we will provide recommendations and practical tips for ensuring DEI support in your second language class. The latter part of the talk will specifically delve into DEI issues ...
Jan
18

Google Sites- Building a Professional Website Series (2-sessions)

workshop by Julio Rodriguez
This 2-session hands-on workshop will help participants design and build a basic professional website using Google Sites and Canva. Participants will become familiar with the basic features of Google Sites, including layout and media integration tools. The second session will focus on producing and optimizing digital resources (pictures, video, etc.) to integrate into the website using Canva. All sessions will be in-person: Moore Hall 257, UH Mānoa Sessions will NOT be recorded as these are hands-on workshops. Participants must bring their own laptop to follow along. Session 1: Google Site Tools and design principles Jan. 18, 2024 (Thurs), 2:00pm – 3:00pm HST ...