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Title: Are Europe's tests being built on an 'unsafe' framework?
Body: From: http://education.guardian.co.uk/tefl/story/0,5500,1170569,00.html Thursday March 18, 2004 A system intended to ease comparison of language skills is failing learners, argues Glenn Fulcher. Introduction: The Common European Framework of Reference: Learning, Teaching, Assessment (CEF) was published in 2001, and is rapidly becoming the standard reference for teaching and testing languages in Europe. But there are very real dangers associated with embedding frameworks into our educational institutions uncritically. Glenn Fulcher is head of the Centre for Applied Language Studies, University of Dundee, Scotland
Source: Glenn Fulcher, Guardian Weekly
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Title: Are Europe's tests being built on an 'unsafe' framework?
Body: From: http://education.guardian.co.uk/tefl/story/0,5500,1170569,00.html Thursday March 18, 2004 A system intended to ease comparison of language skills is failing learners, argues Glenn Fulcher. Introduction: The Common European Framework of Reference: Learning, Teaching, Assessment (CEF) was published in 2001, and is rapidly becoming the standard reference for teaching and testing languages in Europe. But there are very real dangers associated with embedding frameworks into our educational institutions uncritically. Glenn Fulcher is head of the Centre for Applied Language Studies, University of Dundee, Scotland
Source: Glenn Fulcher, Guardian Weekly
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Title: Aurora Speech Contest for HS students, April 1 deadline!
Body: From: http://home.att.net/~creativeentpr/JLSF/speechcontest.html The Aurora Foundation, in conjunction with the National Council of Japanese Language Teachers, will host its annual Aurora Foundation National Japanese Language High School Speech Contest. The contest will provide opportunities for young learners of Japanese to make presentations in Japanese and to inspire more students to improve their proficiency in Japanese. It is also hoped that the contest will encourage students to further their understanding of Japan, its people, and its culture. The completed application form and required materials must be mailed to the Aurora Foundation on or before April 1, 2004. The application form is available online at the Aurora Foundation website (JLSF site, see above), or upon request from the Aurora Foundation office.
Source: Japanese Language Scholarship Foundation
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Title: Aurora Speech Contest for HS students, April 1 deadline!
Body: From: http://home.att.net/~creativeentpr/JLSF/speechcontest.html The Aurora Foundation, in conjunction with the National Council of Japanese Language Teachers, will host its annual Aurora Foundation National Japanese Language High School Speech Contest. The contest will provide opportunities for young learners of Japanese to make presentations in Japanese and to inspire more students to improve their proficiency in Japanese. It is also hoped that the contest will encourage students to further their understanding of Japan, its people, and its culture. The completed application form and required materials must be mailed to the Aurora Foundation on or before April 1, 2004. The application form is available online at the Aurora Foundation website (JLSF site, see above), or upon request from the Aurora Foundation office.
Source: Japanese Language Scholarship Foundation
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Title: Aurora Challenge Grant
Body: From: http://home.att.net/~creativeentpr/JLSF/ Applications are now being accepted for the AURORA CHALLENGE GRANT (CG). All applications must be submitted and postmarked on or before May 15, 2004. The grant will be awarded to a USA citizen who resides in California and has a unique dream, in any field of endeavor, which is related to Japanese culture and which would never be realized without traveling to Japan between fall 2004 and summer 2005. There is no age limit and no GPA/Scholastic achievement requirement. The award will go to an individual with a creative dream or challenge that if fulfilled, would contribute to global goodwill and intercultural appreciation. The winner will receive a $3000 scholarship and roundtrip air tickets from the USA to Japan (economy class). The recipient can travel anytime (for any duration) between fall 2004 and summer 2005. By awarding this grant, the Aurora Foundation hopes to help the winner enhance their pursuit of their truest, most heartfelt dream by providing them with the opportunity for a once in a lifetime experience.
Source: Japanese Language Scholarship Foundation
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Title: Aurora Challenge Grant
Body: From: http://home.att.net/~creativeentpr/JLSF/ Applications are now being accepted for the AURORA CHALLENGE GRANT (CG). All applications must be submitted and postmarked on or before May 15, 2004. The grant will be awarded to a USA citizen who resides in California and has a unique dream, in any field of endeavor, which is related to Japanese culture and which would never be realized without traveling to Japan between fall 2004 and summer 2005. There is no age limit and no GPA/Scholastic achievement requirement. The award will go to an individual with a creative dream or challenge that if fulfilled, would contribute to global goodwill and intercultural appreciation. The winner will receive a $3000 scholarship and roundtrip air tickets from the USA to Japan (economy class). The recipient can travel anytime (for any duration) between fall 2004 and summer 2005. By awarding this grant, the Aurora Foundation hopes to help the winner enhance their pursuit of their truest, most heartfelt dream by providing them with the opportunity for a once in a lifetime experience.
Source: Japanese Language Scholarship Foundation
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Title: FREE online ESL literacy activities
Body: From: TESL Listserv I have created free on-line literacy activities. These interactive literacy exercises provide practice in 4 different skill areas: writing a check, filling out a timesheet, filling out a basic form and reading a simple map. There are also pdf versions of the exerises that can be used as paper and pencil exerices in the classroom. The materials were created under a grant from the MN Dept of Education with the supervision of the Minnesota Literacy Council. They are available at http://www.mcedservices.com/online.html Other ESL materials created with earlier grants are also available on this site. Sincerely, Charles LaRue Web Master Study for the US citizenship Test http://www.uscitizenship.org Metro North Adult Basic Education 1201 89th Ave #335 Blaine, MN 55434
Source: Charles LaRue
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Title: FREE online ESL literacy activities
Body: From: TESL Listserv I have created free on-line literacy activities. These interactive literacy exercises provide practice in 4 different skill areas: writing a check, filling out a timesheet, filling out a basic form and reading a simple map. There are also pdf versions of the exerises that can be used as paper and pencil exerices in the classroom. The materials were created under a grant from the MN Dept of Education with the supervision of the Minnesota Literacy Council. They are available at http://www.mcedservices.com/online.html Other ESL materials created with earlier grants are also available on this site. Sincerely, Charles LaRue Web Master Study for the US citizenship Test http://www.uscitizenship.org Metro North Adult Basic Education 1201 89th Ave #335 Blaine, MN 55434
Source: Charles LaRue
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Title: Winter volume of CALICO Review- 5 new productreviews
Body: From: LLTI Listserv CALICO Review: http://calico.org/CALICO_Review/index.htm It is with pleasure that we announce the publication of the Winter volume of the CALICO Review. There are five evaluations in the present issue, all accessible of course from the CALICO Review website: http://calico.org/CALICO_Review/index.htm The first review, of Personal Communicator, breaks new ground for CALICO in the area of American Sign Language. The assessment of the Q Enhancement Series adds another review of ESL for young learners. Those of you who are familiar with the Ni Hao series for Chinese will certainly be interested in seeing how the accompanying software program has fared. Lastly, French instructors in search of materials for both beginning and more advanced students should find the evaluation of French Bit by Bit-Le Passe and Lectures d'appoint of interest. As ever, special thanks go out to the CALICO reviewers without whose dedication and expertise these evaluations would not be possible. Likewise, we gratefully acknowledge the collaboration of the software producers in the CALICO review process. We welcome colleagues to join the ranks of the CALICO reviewers, which is easily done by completing the Reviewers' Register form accessible from the bottom of the page at the URL indicated above. Enjoy!
Source: CALICO Review
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Title: Winter volume of CALICO Review- 5 new productreviews
Body: From: LLTI Listserv CALICO Review: http://calico.org/CALICO_Review/index.htm It is with pleasure that we announce the publication of the Winter volume of the CALICO Review. There are five evaluations in the present issue, all accessible of course from the CALICO Review website: http://calico.org/CALICO_Review/index.htm The first review, of Personal Communicator, breaks new ground for CALICO in the area of American Sign Language. The assessment of the Q Enhancement Series adds another review of ESL for young learners. Those of you who are familiar with the Ni Hao series for Chinese will certainly be interested in seeing how the accompanying software program has fared. Lastly, French instructors in search of materials for both beginning and more advanced students should find the evaluation of French Bit by Bit-Le Passe and Lectures d'appoint of interest. As ever, special thanks go out to the CALICO reviewers without whose dedication and expertise these evaluations would not be possible. Likewise, we gratefully acknowledge the collaboration of the software producers in the CALICO review process. We welcome colleagues to join the ranks of the CALICO reviewers, which is easily done by completing the Reviewers' Register form accessible from the bottom of the page at the URL indicated above. Enjoy!
Source: CALICO Review
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Title: Online Article: The World of Immigrant Students
Body: From: Principal Leadership, March, 2004 Read the online article at: http://www.principals.org/publications/pl/ pl_world_immigrant_students_0304.cfm Preview of article: - Many U.S. schools are experiencing a tremendous increase in the number of students who are not proficient in English. - Meeting the needs of these students challenges many areas of a school system, as shown by the results of a pilot study conducted by the author. - A list of best practices and a wealth of Web resources can help you meet this challenge and serve this population of students.
Source: Judy Smith-Davis
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Title: Online Article: The World of Immigrant Students
Body: From: Principal Leadership, March, 2004 Read the online article at: http://www.principals.org/publications/pl/ pl_world_immigrant_students_0304.cfm Preview of article: - Many U.S. schools are experiencing a tremendous increase in the number of students who are not proficient in English. - Meeting the needs of these students challenges many areas of a school system, as shown by the results of a pilot study conducted by the author. - A list of best practices and a wealth of Web resources can help you meet this challenge and serve this population of students.
Source: Judy Smith-Davis
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Title: Online Article:The High School Transcript Study: A Decade of Change in Curricula and Achievement, 1990-2000
Body: From: http://nces.ed.gov/pubsearch/pubsinfo.asp?pubid=2004455 Description: This report presents findings from the 2000 High School Transcript Study (HSTS 2000) and examines the trends and changes in high school curriculum and student coursetaking patterns for the past decade. This publication allows policymakers, researchers, education agencies, and the public to examine the current status of the curricula being offered in public and non-public high schools. The HSTS 2000 collected 20,931 transcripts of students graduating from 277 American high schools. Results from the HSTS 2000 are presented with respect to earned course credits, grade point average, and education achievement, as measured by the National Assessment of Educational Progress 2000 Mathematics and Science assessments. In addition, results are compared across the four High School Transcript Studies between 1990 and 2000 (HSTS 1990, HSTS 1994, HSTS 1998, and HSTS 2000). Findings are presented throughout the report by selected student and school characteristics, including student gender, student race/ethnicity, school type (public vs. nonpublic), and region of the country.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics
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Title: Online Article:The High School Transcript Study: A Decade of Change in Curricula and Achievement, 1990-2000
Body: From: http://nces.ed.gov/pubsearch/pubsinfo.asp?pubid=2004455 Description: This report presents findings from the 2000 High School Transcript Study (HSTS 2000) and examines the trends and changes in high school curriculum and student coursetaking patterns for the past decade. This publication allows policymakers, researchers, education agencies, and the public to examine the current status of the curricula being offered in public and non-public high schools. The HSTS 2000 collected 20,931 transcripts of students graduating from 277 American high schools. Results from the HSTS 2000 are presented with respect to earned course credits, grade point average, and education achievement, as measured by the National Assessment of Educational Progress 2000 Mathematics and Science assessments. In addition, results are compared across the four High School Transcript Studies between 1990 and 2000 (HSTS 1990, HSTS 1994, HSTS 1998, and HSTS 2000). Findings are presented throughout the report by selected student and school characteristics, including student gender, student race/ethnicity, school type (public vs. nonpublic), and region of the country.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics
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Title: Job Posting: Latino Family Outreach Liaison, Deadline MARCH 26
Body: Now accepting applications for Latino Family Outreach Liaison (job description below). Application deadline: March 26, 2004 Send cover letter and resume to: Carmen X. Urbina, Executive Director Attn: 4J-Centro Collaboration Centro LatinoAmericano 944 West 5th Street Eugene OR 97402 For more information, contact Carmen Urbina at (541) 687-2667 or email at < carmen@cla1.org> --------------------------------------------- Job Description: Title: District 4J South-Side Latino Family Outreach Liaison Reports to: Executive Director Position Summary: To provide a link between home and school for Latino families. Typical tasks will include but not limited to: Home visits, attending meetings with families, helping families access district and community resources, and facilitating communication between schools staff and families. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: * Ability to communicate in a culturally and linguistically competent manner. * Demonstrate bilingual language proficiency (written/oral in Spanish and English). * An ability to prioritize tasks and to work independently. * Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with community members and district personnel. * Respect for confidentiality. * Knowledge or awareness of schools and/or the K-12 public school system. * Minimum High School Diploma. * Minimum 4 years working with the Latino (LEPs) Community. * High knowledge of social service system. Other: * Position will start April 5, 2004, and end June 30, 2005 * Salary is $31,850/year plus benefit package * 35 hours a week
Source: District 4J, Eugene, OR
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Title: Job Posting: Latino Family Outreach Liaison, Deadline MARCH 26
Body: Now accepting applications for Latino Family Outreach Liaison (job description below). Application deadline: March 26, 2004 Send cover letter and resume to: Carmen X. Urbina, Executive Director Attn: 4J-Centro Collaboration Centro LatinoAmericano 944 West 5th Street Eugene OR 97402 For more information, contact Carmen Urbina at (541) 687-2667 or email at < carmen@cla1.org> --------------------------------------------- Job Description: Title: District 4J South-Side Latino Family Outreach Liaison Reports to: Executive Director Position Summary: To provide a link between home and school for Latino families. Typical tasks will include but not limited to: Home visits, attending meetings with families, helping families access district and community resources, and facilitating communication between schools staff and families. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: * Ability to communicate in a culturally and linguistically competent manner. * Demonstrate bilingual language proficiency (written/oral in Spanish and English). * An ability to prioritize tasks and to work independently. * Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with community members and district personnel. * Respect for confidentiality. * Knowledge or awareness of schools and/or the K-12 public school system. * Minimum High School Diploma. * Minimum 4 years working with the Latino (LEPs) Community. * High knowledge of social service system. Other: * Position will start April 5, 2004, and end June 30, 2005 * Salary is $31,850/year plus benefit package * 35 hours a week
Source: District 4J, Eugene, OR
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Title: Job Posting: Assistant/Associate Professor (Tenure Track)
Body: Position: Assistant/Associate Professor (Tenure Track) Degree Requirements: Earned doctorate in Bilingual/ESL or Early Childhood Education or related field. Experience Requirements: Three years public school teaching experience at the elementary level; technology and willingness to develop on-line courses, experience with field-based courses; experience writing and administering grants. Significant training and experience in early childhood education. Environment: Sam Houston State is located in historic Huntsville, one quarter of the way from Houston to Dallas, and at the boundary between the Piney Woods region of East Texas and the Prairies and Lakes region of Central Texas. The university has an enrollment of approximately 13,000 and a faculty of 500. Usual Duties: Teach undergraduate and graduate courses, administer federal grants, advisement; program, college and university committee work. Salary: $40,000 - 45,000 (9 months) Beginning Date: Spring 2004 Requisition: #3459 Contact: Dr. Mary Robbins, Department Chair Sam Houston State University Department of Language, Literacy & Special Populations P.O. Box 2119 Huntsville, Texas 77341- 2119 Phone/Voice Mail: (936) 294-3890
Source: Sam Houston State University, TX
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Title: Job Posting: Assistant/Associate Professor (Tenure Track)
Body: Position: Assistant/Associate Professor (Tenure Track) Degree Requirements: Earned doctorate in Bilingual/ESL or Early Childhood Education or related field. Experience Requirements: Three years public school teaching experience at the elementary level; technology and willingness to develop on-line courses, experience with field-based courses; experience writing and administering grants. Significant training and experience in early childhood education. Environment: Sam Houston State is located in historic Huntsville, one quarter of the way from Houston to Dallas, and at the boundary between the Piney Woods region of East Texas and the Prairies and Lakes region of Central Texas. The university has an enrollment of approximately 13,000 and a faculty of 500. Usual Duties: Teach undergraduate and graduate courses, administer federal grants, advisement; program, college and university committee work. Salary: $40,000 - 45,000 (9 months) Beginning Date: Spring 2004 Requisition: #3459 Contact: Dr. Mary Robbins, Department Chair Sam Houston State University Department of Language, Literacy & Special Populations P.O. Box 2119 Huntsville, Texas 77341- 2119 Phone/Voice Mail: (936) 294-3890
Source: Sam Houston State University, TX
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Title: Office of English Language Acquisition NEWSLINE, March 23
Body: NOTE: The InterCom Editor has pre-selected the following wide range of articles for their interest to the foreign language community. However, all OELA articles are available for your perusal at: http://www.ncela.gwu.edu/ newsline/index.htm P.S. Don't miss Braille- and Indigenous-related articles below. In this issue: I. No Child Left Behind Update
- Recent U.S. Department of Education Announcements
- Department Awards $34.6 Million Contract to Develop and Operate World's
Largest Education Database
II. News in the Nation
- Author's Cuban Heritage Comes to Life in Children's Story
- Bilingual Liaison Assists Hispanic Families
- British Government Hopes New Language Tests Will Motivate Students
- Diverse Moscone Elementary Finds Success
- Florida's Major Role in Effective Reading Program Effort
- Funding Opportunities from the U.S. Department of Education
- Demonstration and Training Programs -- Braille Training Program
- Kennett High Teachers Motivate ESL Students to Go On to College
- Language and Income Barriers Don't Halt Lincoln Elementary Success
III. Research, Publications, and Resources
- Free Financial Literacy Lessons in English and Spanish
- Influx of Immigrant Students Tries School Districts
- New Beating the Odds Report from the Council of the Great City
Schools
- New Book: Hispanic Immigrant Identity: Political Allegiance vs. Cultural
Preference
- New Book: Migration, Education, and Change
- New Book: Russian Immigrants in the United States: Adapting to
American Culture
- New Web Site Archives Indigenous Languages of Latin America
- Resources Available on Middle East Institute Web Site
- Web Site Travels to Historic Places in the "American Southwest"
Source: The National Clearinghouse for English Language Acquisition & Language
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Title: Office of English Language Acquisition NEWSLINE, March 23
Body: NOTE: The InterCom Editor has pre-selected the following wide range of articles for their interest to the foreign language community. However, all OELA articles are available for your perusal at: http://www.ncela.gwu.edu/ newsline/index.htm P.S. Don't miss Braille- and Indigenous-related articles below. In this issue: I. No Child Left Behind Update
Source: The National Clearinghouse for English Language Acquisition & Language
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