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From http://nflrc.hawaii.edu/

The National Foreign Language Resource Center is offering three opportunities for learning about project-based language learning in 2017.

First is an online symposium, The Power of Project-Based Language Learning, to take place January 11-12.

“On January 11-12, 2017, the Project-Based Language Learning (PBLL) Symposium will bring together language educators, policymakers, researchers, and innovators for conversations regarding the potential of PBLL to enhance and transform language education. This unique, FREE online event will provide attendees with a broad overview of PBLL, engaging interactions with world language teachers who have implemented PBLL in their classrooms, and the chance to network with professionals who are passionate about this topic. The symposium format makes it easy to integrate into busy schedules. Four interactive sessions are distributed across two days (i.e., two sessions per day).”

For more information go to http://nflrc.hawaii.edu/events/view/95/

Second is an online institute, “Fundamentals of Project-Based Language Learning,” to take place January 25, February 1, February 8, February 15, and February 22.

“Embark on a journey of discovery in which you will learn more about the elements of high quality, rigorous Project-Based Language Learning (PBLL). During this year’s online institute, you’ll explore PBLL’s connections with experiential learning, career pathways, 21st Century Skills, performance-based assessment, and your own instructional context. You will also connect with colleagues who have a common interest in quality PBLL implementation as experts in the field guide you through the creation of a project blueprint. “

For more information go to http://nflrc.hawaii.edu/events/view/96/

Third is an intensive summer institute, “Pathways to PBLL,” to take place August 2-9 in Hawai’i.

“Join us in exploring the use of project-based language learning (PBLL) as a framework for crafting compelling environments and experiences for language learners. During the NFLRC 2017 Intensive Summer Institute held at the National Foreign Language Resource Center in Hawai‘i, inservice K–16 world language educators will learn how to orchestrate rich, experiential language learning opportunities that draw on a diverse array of disciplines and career pathways. After participating in an abbreviated, face-to-face, project-based language learning experience, each participant will design a well-scaffolded project for use in their own language classes.”

For more information go to http://nflrc.hawaii.edu/events/view/97/