Attention all elementary world language teachers! Are you ready for an amazing opportunity to enhance your teaching skills and connect with a community of like-minded educators? The Elementary World Language Teacher Summit (EWLTS25) is back, and it promises to be better than ever!
This free (for a limited time) online conference is designed specifically for world language teachers like you. You’ll have access to a wide array of presentations from expert educators who are passionate about teaching languages to young learners. The topics are diverse and practical, ensuring you walk away with actionable strategies that you can implement in your classroom right away.
I will be presenting two engaging sessions focusing on the topics outlined below. These sessions are designed to provide valuable insights and practical strategies that you can implement in your classroom. I look forward to sharing my knowledge and experiences with you, and I hope to create a collaborative learning environment where we can all grow together.
What You Can Expect:
Inspiring Sessions: Learn from experienced teachers and experts in the field of language education.
Practical Tips: Discover new methodologies, tools, and resources to make your teaching more effective and engaging.
Networking Opportunities: Connect with other educators from around the world who share your passion for teaching languages to young students.
Register for Free!
The best part? Registration for EWLTS25 is completely free during a limited period of time! You’ll have access to all the live sessions during the conference dates. This is a fantastic way to gain professional development without any financial commitment.
Upgrade to the All-Access Pass
While the conference is free, you might find that the All-Access Pass is a valuable investment. This pass gives you permanent access to all the presentations, so you can watch them at your convenience. It’s perfect for those who want to revisit the content or catch any sessions they might have missed.
If you register for this free conference using my unique link , and then decide that buying the All-Access Pass is right for you, I will receive a portion of your purchase. This conference system is what allows Jared, the host, to bring in incredible speakers and still offer you total access to the presentations for free.
I absolutely love this free PD opportunity. At the same time, if you decide to purchase permanent access, it is still an incredible value that I highly recommend. Although I may receive a commission for anything you purchase, you know me—I am only shouting about this conference because it is an amazing opportunity.
Don’t miss out on this chance to grow professionally and bring fresh ideas to your classroom. Click here to register now and secure your spot at EWLTS25!
This summer, I am thrilled to be participating in different professional development opportunities for world language educators, where I will be one of the presenters. These sessions are organized by two renowned organizations, Klett WL and the World Language Teacher Summit, and will focus on aspects of world language teaching.
One of my presentations, titled “A Back-to-School Checklist for Elementary Teachers,” will be hosted by Klett World Languages, a leading educational publisher. I have the honor of presenting alongside Valentina Correa, also known as Profe Valentina. This session aims to provide elementary teachers with a comprehensive checklist to help them effectively kickstart the new school year. We will cover various essential elements, including classroom setup, curriculum planning, and instructional strategies. Participants will learn how to create a student-centered environment that fosters language acquisition and engagement. We will discuss the importance of creating a welcoming classroom atmosphere, organizing materials and resources, and establishing routines and procedures. This presentation will equip teachers with practical tools and strategies to ensure a successful start to the academic year.
In my second presentation, titled “Empowering Early Language Learners Through Engaging Topics and Activities,” I will be collaborating with The World Language Teacher Summit. This session will focus on enriching the language learning experience for young students by incorporating engaging topics and activities into the curriculum. By selecting topics that resonate with young learners, teachers can create meaningful connections and facilitate language acquisition. I will also demonstrate a range of engaging activities suitable for different age groups. Participants will leave with a repertoire of creative ideas and resources to engage and empower their early language learners.
The conference will take place from July 17th to 21st. Each presentation will be free for 48 hours. However, if you are unable to attend during that week, don’t worry! You have the option to upgrade to the All-Access Pass, which provides unlimited access to the entire event and exclusive bonuses. If you register for the free conference using my link and later decide to purchase the All-Access Pass, I will receive a portion of your purchase.
Furthermore, I will be presenting at the upcoming MaFLA (Massachusetts Foreign Language Association) conference in the fall. The session I will be leading is titled “Beyond Vocabulary Lists: Meaningful Topics for Early Language Learners.” This presentation will delve into aiding language acquisition beyond traditional vocabulary lists. I will discuss the importance of incorporating meaningful and relevant topics into the curriculum to engage early language learners. During the session, I will showcase practical strategies and activities that promote vocabulary acquisition through authentic and engaging experiences. I am looking forward to the conference and the opportunity to connect with educators who share the same passion for being language educators.
I hope you can join in my in any of these conference or in all of them!
Let’s be honest! Paying for professional development from a teacher salary is not an easy thing. Many school districts also have limited budgets to pay for outside professional development. I remember a time when I really wanted to attend a weekend conference in the same state of the school where I taught, and I had to put my name in a hat along with seven other Spanish teachers to choose to winners to go to the conference. I remember being sad because I didn’t have the opportunity to attend. Going to a conference or a training also give you the opportunity to meet other colleagues face to face, and as I refer to it, “sharing the same air with people who like to do the same you do.”
Nowadays, there are endless possibilities for free professional development online. The teaching community is one of those communities where individuals really like to find ways to give back and offering opportunities for others to have access to professional development at no cost is one of them. Planning your summer? Here are some options for you!
Online Course
The University of Texas at Austin has a complete course called “Foreign Language Teaching Methods.” It has different modules for teachers to get training in the different aspects of language teaching.
