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Title: The Fourth Biennial International Conference on Practical Linguistics of Japanese
Body: From: OELA Newsline The Fourth Biennial International Conference on Practical Linguistics of Japanese (ICPLJ) Keynote Speakers: Timothy J. Vance and Harumi Befu April 3-4, 2004 San Francisco State University ICPLJ is intended to bring together researchers on the cutting edge of Japanese linguistics and to offer a forum in which their research results can be presented in a form that is useful to those desiring practical applications in the fields of teaching Japanese as a second/foreign language and computer-assisted language learning (CALL) technology. All topics in linguistics will be presented, including: phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, lexicon, pragmatics (discourse analysis), second language acquisition (bilingualism). For conference details, visit: http://www.sfsu.edu/~japanese/conference/ or http://www.sfsu.edu/~japanese/conference/ConfProgram.html For further information, contact: Dr. Masahiko Minami, Conference Chair Fourth Biennial International Conference on Practical Linguistics of Japanese (ICPLJ) Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures San Francisco State University 1600 Holloway Avenue San Francisco, CA 94132 Telephone: (415) 338-7451 Email: icplj@sfsu.edu
Source: ICPLJ
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Title: Call for Papers: Bilingual Research Journal
Body: From: OELA Newsline BRJ is accepting submissions for its 2004 issues. BRJ is a joint project of the National Association for Bilingual Education and the Southwest Center for Education Equity and Language Diversity at Arizona State University. For more information on submissions, please visit BRJ's "Submission Guidelines" on their Web site at: http://brj.asu.edu/submit.html
Source: BRJ
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Title: Submissions Wanted for TESOL's Essential Teacher
Body: From: OELA Newsline Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages, Inc. (TESOL) is accepting submissions for its Essential Teacher. Submission may be technology, the TESOL world at large, and practical materials. Send your ideas to the editors of Portal, Out of the Box, and Home and Other Pages. For more information, visit: http://www.tesol.org/pubs/author/serials/etguidelines.html
Source: TESOL
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Title: Writers Wanted for TESOL Curriculum Development Series
Body: From: OELA Newsline Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages, Inc. (TESOL) is looking for writers for the TESOL Curriculum Development series, which will comprise of eight volumes that encompass the range of program and curriculum development undertaken in the field of TESOL throughout the world. For more information, visit: http://www.tesol.org/pubs/author/books/curricdevelop.html
Source: TESOL
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Title: Bilingual Teacher
Body: From: OELA Newsline Bilingual Teacher Bensenville School District #2 Bensenville, IL Application Deadline: 08/01/2004 Requirements: * Bachelor's Degree in Education * Type 29 certificate (Transitional Bilingual Teaching) * Ability to speak, read and write Spanish Send a letter of interest, resume, transcripts and letters of recommendation to: Mr. Robert Carrescia Director of Human Resources Bensenville School District #2 210 South Church Road Bensenville IL 60106 Tel: (630) 766-5940 Fax: (630) 766-6099 Email: natalialeonard@bensenville2.k12.il.us To learn more about the district, visit:
Source: Bensonville, IL
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Title: Cultural Diversity and Language Education
Body: From: "Anselmo Villanueva" The National Foreign Language Resource Center (NFLRC) and the Center for Second Language Research (CSLR) at the University of Hawai'i at Manoa are pleased to announce the Call for Proposals for their upcoming conference: "CULTURAL DIVERSITY AND LANGUAGE EDUCATION" Imin International Conference Center University of Hawai'i at Manoa, Honolulu, HI SEPTEMBER 17-19, 2004 (new date) http://nflrc.hawaii.edu/prodev/CDALE/ KEYNOTE SPEAKERS: * Sonia Nieto, University of Massachusetts, Amherst * Glynda Hull, University of California, Berkeley * A panel of local Hawaiian experts ** CALL FOR PROPOSALS ** (extended deadline: April 15, 2004) The conference will focus on theories, policies, and practices associated with cultural and language diversity in educational contexts and will provide a forum for examining a broad range of issues concerned with the potential and challenges of education that builds on diversity. The primary strands for exploring diversity in language education at the conference are: - Foreign/Heritage Language Education - Bilingual/Immersion Education - English Language Education - Language Education Planning and Policy - Literacy Education Proposals for presentations related to theory, research, practice, and policy in these strand areas are welcome and can be submitted online. ** PRESENTATION CATEGORIES ** - Individual papers: 20 minutes for presentation; 10 minutes for discussion - Colloquia: 3 & 1/2 hours - first 3 colloquia papers (20 minutes for presentation and 10 minutes for discussion each); 30- minute break; final 3 colloquia papers (20 minutes for presentation and 10 minutes for discussion each) - Workshops: 3 & 1/2 hours - 3 hour workshop with a 30-minute break in the middle ** ONLINE PROPOSAL SUBMISSION ** To submit a proposal online, visit http://nflrc.hawaii.edu/prodev/CDALE/ The deadline (extended) for proposal submission is April 15, 2004. Abstracts for all proposals are submitted for blind peer review. Need more information? Visit our website at: http://nflrc.hawaii.edu/prodev/CDALE/ ************************************************************************* N National Foreign Language Resource Center F University of Hawai'i L 1859 East-West Road, #106 R Honolulu HI 96822 C voice: (808) 956-9424, fax: (808) 956-5983 email: nflrc@hawaii.edu VISIT OUR WEBSITE! http://www.nflrc.hawaii.edu
Source: NFLRC;CSLR
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Title: Translator/Interpreter meeting in Portland: Google & the Internet
Body: From: Virginia Anderson Dear Translators & Interpreters, Please join other T&I professionals on February 24th at 7:00 pm at St Michael's Church (directions below). TOPIC: Google is my friend: Using the Internet for terminology research SPEAKER: Marcello Napolitano, English > Italian Translator & Localization Specialist For ALO's February meeting, Marcello Napolitano will be presenting Internet search techniques for language professionals. Some of the point he intends to cover are: - How to optimize search criteria - Boolean searches - Google's advanced language criteria Marcello's presentation may be followed by a recap of the ATA/SCATIA legal seminar. OTHER UPCOMING EVENTS: March 23: Let's talk dictionaries April 3: Translator's Toolbox for the 21st Century If you can't make the meeting, but are still interested in getting to know your Oregon (and Washington) colleagues, please join our mailing list by visiting: http://groups.yahoo.com/groups/alo-oregon The ALO CALENDAR contains info about upcoming T&I events in the Pacific NW and elsewhere: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/alo-oregon/cal The ALO calendar and mailing list contain information about FALL INTERPRETING CLASSES at PCC & NW Academy of Interpreting ASSOCIATION OVERVIEW: The Associated Linguists of Oregon (ALO) group is growing, and we welcome new participants including: translators, interpreters, translation project managers, linguists, and linguaphiles. The discussion topic changes monthly and may address topics such as: translation project management, assessing quality, public relations for the language industry, computer-aided translation, etc. The hope is tha sharing our knowledge and experience will strengthen the local translation & interpretation industry and, ultimately, improve our own interactions with (potential) clients. REGULAR MEETING INFO: 7:00 pm on the 4th Tuesday of every month LOCATION: Balestra Hall at ST. MICHAEL'S CATHOLIC CHURCH on the corner of SW 4th & Mill in downtown Portland. PARKING INFO: The church has a parking lot (entrances on 5th Street and Mill), and parking on the street is free after 6pm. ************************************** Canvas Dreams linguist@canvasdreams.com tel: +1.503.574.4277 fax: +1.503.214.5507 http://www.canvasdreams.com **************************************
Source: The Associated Linguists of Oregon
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Title: HEP and CAMP Positions
Body: From: "Anselmo Villanueva" Central Washington University Position Announcement Two exciting recruiter positions are available at Central Washington University in Yakima. Make a difference in the lives of migrant and seasonal farm workers! Recruit prospective students into programs that help further their education. These positions offer lots of opportunity for travel and interaction with diverse populations and community organizations. Both the High School Equivalency Program (HEP) and College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP) are grant-funded programs of the Office of Migrant Education (OME) within the U.S. Department of Education. Recruiters are responsible for enrolling eligible students and implementing the grant s goals and objectives in compliance with the regulations and policies of Central Washington University and OME. High School Equivalency Program (HEP) Job Summary: The High School Equivalency Program provides migrant and seasonal farm workers with academic instruction and support services that will enable them to obtain their General Education Diplomas (GEDs). The recruiter directly contacts farm workers to find and recruit eligible participants. In addition, the recruiter assists in planning and implementing a campaign (including direct marketing, advertising, networking with other agencies, and working as a team member with other recruiters and staff) to assist in recruiting eligible students. College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP) Job Summary: CAMP is designed for first-year college students from migrant and seasonal farm working families. CAMP offers pre-college transition and first-year support services to help students develop the skills they need to succeed in college and graduate. The recruiter is responsible for the identification and enrollment of eligible students into the CAMP program and to Central Washington University as well as the implementation of a public relations campaign for CAMP. The recruiter will network with secondary schools, migrant education programs, Educational Opportunity Centers, High School Equivalency Programs, employers, community and non-profit organizations. Represent CAMP and CWU to prospective students and the general public. Required Qualifications: Forty-five (45) earned credits from college/university. Ability to read, write and speak English and Spanish fluently. Experience with, and commitment to serving, migrant/seasonal farm workers. Strong interpersonal, writing, speaking and computing skills. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree or higher. Experience in recruitment, direct marketing, advertising and/or public relations. Familiarity with Central Washington communities. Appointment: This is a full-time, grant funded (100%), 12-month appointment exempt from Washington State Civil Service Law. Annual Salary: $32,000 Starting Date: Positions are currently vacant. Starting date is negotiable but no later than May 16, 2004. Screening Date: Application review will begin March 15, 2004, and continue until position is filled. To Apply: A complete application includes a letter addressing the recruiter responsibilities and qualifications, a resume, and the names and contact information for three professional references. Send complete applications to: Veronica Coates, Search Secretary College Assistance Migrant Program Central Washington University 400 E. University Way, Ellensburg WA 98926-7429 In-Person: Michaelsen, Room 201 For additional information: Call (509) 963-1729 or email FAX: 509-963-1724 Web: http://www.cwu.edu/~hr
Source: Migrant Program Central Washington University, Yakima WA
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Title: Summer Japanese Teaching Positions
Body: From: "Akiko Ogino" Dear Subscribers: Senior instructors and graduate teaching assistants are needed for Beloit College's summer intensive Japanese program (June 5, 2004 - August 6, 2004). In 2004, we expect to offer first- through fourth-year Japanese. Each level, with enrollments ranging from five to twelve students, has one instructor and one graduate teaching assistant. Instructors collaborate with each other, the language coordinator, and the CLS director on curriculum, syllabi, and instruction. Duties include classroom teaching and evaluation, and assistance with organizing cultural activities for the program. Instructors will be expected to live on campus (single occupancy), share meals with the students in the dining commons, and be available to students evenings and weekends. Minimum qualifications for senior instructors include an M.A., teaching experience preferably in an immersion environment, superior proficiency in Japanese and advanced proficiency in English. An advanced degree in Japanese, applied linguistics, or foreign language education is desirable. (For graduate teaching assistants, an M.A. in progress is required). Salary is competitive, and includes room and board. Employment is contingent upon new employees providing documents verifying U.S. citizenship or, for non-citizens, documents verifying legal permission to work in the United States. Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, and list of three references to Patricia L. Zody, Center for Language Studies, Beloit College, 700 College Street, Beloit WI 53511. Applications will not be accepted by e-mail. The deadline for applications is February 29, 2004. Interviews will be conducted at the 2004 AAS conference in San Diego. For more nformation about the summer language programs, please call 608-363-2277 or visit our Web site at http://www.beloit.edu/~cls. AA/EEO Employer. Akiko Ogino Japanese Instructor Dept. of Modern Languages Beloit College 700 College Street #188 Beloit, WI 53511 608-363-2118 To Post a message, send it to: senseionline@yahoogroups.com To Unsubscribe, send a blank message to:
Source: Beloit College, WI
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Title: Oregon Professional Education Fair: March 30-31
Body: From: "Anselmo Villanueva" Online Registration for the 2004 Fair has begun. The 2004 Job Fair will occur on March 30-31, 2004 at the Oregon Convention Center 777 NE Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd Portland, Oregon http://www.teachoregon.com/jobfair.cfm What: Oregon's Professional Education Fair brings together top school districts and outstanding teacher candidates for a valuable time of information sharing. When: Tuesday March 30th, 2004 Open to Everyone Wednesday March 31st, 2004 By Appointment Only Time: Tuesday from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., registration begins at 8:00 a.m.; Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. (Interviews Only) Where: Oregon Convention Center, 777 N.E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Portland, Oregon Oregon's Convention Center provides a distinctive site for this year's Professional Educator Fair. Located near Lloyd Center-just across the river from downtown Portland-the Convention Center is one of the city's most attractive landmarks. Besides the plentiful hotel accommodations available in the Lloyd Center area, out-of-town visitors have easy access to the Convention Center from hotels in downtown Portland. The MAX Light Rail line stops at the Convention Center and there is direct freeway access from the Rose Quarter exit off I-5 (exit 302A). For more information contact either: Bob Post 503-762-0591 Jim Buck 503-661-5137 or visit http://www.teachoregon.com/jobfair.cfm
Source: www.teachoregon.com
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