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Title: Job: Indigenous Languages of the Americas, University of California-Davis
Body: From http://linguistlist.org/issues/23/23-4354.html The Department of Native American Studies at the University of California, Davis (UCD) invites applications for an open-rank position in the area of indigenous languages of the Americas, with an emphasis on North America (U.S., Mexico, Canada) to begin July 1, 2013. This position would be filled by an interdisciplinary scholar with an active research agenda whose field(s) fall(s) within humanities and/or social sciences. The holder of this faculty position in indigenous languages should have a Ph.D. in linguistics or in Native American studies with an emphasis on language, or in a related field, an active interest in indigenous languages of the Americas, and in language acquisition and revitalization. The holder of this position must be able to work with students who are interested in learning more about indigenous languages (in some cases, their heritage languages), and, in particular, with our graduate students who are required to study an indigenous American language. The holder of this position will be considered for appointment as the Director of the Native American Language Center, and should show a (beginning or sustained) track record of grant support for language research. Application Deadline: 31-Jan-2013 (Open until filled) View the full job posting at http://linguistlist.org/issues/23/23-4354.html
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Title: Job: Indigenous Languages of the Americas, University of California-Davis
Body: From http://linguistlist.org/issues/23/23-4354.html The Department of Native American Studies at the University of California, Davis (UCD) invites applications for an open-rank position in the area of indigenous languages of the Americas, with an emphasis on North America (U.S., Mexico, Canada) to begin July 1, 2013. This position would be filled by an interdisciplinary scholar with an active research agenda whose field(s) fall(s) within humanities and/or social sciences. The holder of this faculty position in indigenous languages should have a Ph.D. in linguistics or in Native American studies with an emphasis on language, or in a related field, an active interest in indigenous languages of the Americas, and in language acquisition and revitalization. The holder of this position must be able to work with students who are interested in learning more about indigenous languages (in some cases, their heritage languages), and, in particular, with our graduate students who are required to study an indigenous American language. The holder of this position will be considered for appointment as the Director of the Native American Language Center, and should show a (beginning or sustained) track record of grant support for language research. Application Deadline: 31-Jan-2013 (Open until filled) View the full job posting at http://linguistlist.org/issues/23/23-4354.html
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Title: Article: Parents Who Can Afford It Value Global Education and Language Proficiency
Body: From http://blogs.edweek.org/edweek/global_learning/2012/10/global_competence_an_avenue_to_the_world.html Global Competence: An Avenue to the World By Anthony Jackson October 26, 2012 Avenues: The World School opened its doors September 2012 in Manhattan with the goal of creating a global network of schools where students will receive a "world course," gain fluency in a second (or third) language, and achieve academic excellence. … Who wouldn’t want that for their kids? Apparently a lot of people agreed. The school had over 2,700 students apply for 700 slots. … This is for a brand-new for-profit school costing almost $40,000 per year with no track record, a controversial business model in a city with a considerable number of high-performing private, independent schools. … So what does it say that presumably educated parents of means lined up to pay $40,000 for a new school to receive an education that explicitly states it will provide a global view, second language learning, and study abroad as its core tenants? People pay for what they value, or what they can't receive for free elsewhere. Perhaps this gives a view on what our broader education system should be developing: what's needed for the future and what parents think is going to help their kids be successful. Read the full article at http://blogs.edweek.org/edweek/global_learning/2012/10/global_competence_an_avenue_to_the_world.html
Source: Education Week
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Title: Article: Parents Who Can Afford It Value Global Education and Language Proficiency
Body: From http://blogs.edweek.org/edweek/global_learning/2012/10/global_competence_an_avenue_to_the_world.html Global Competence: An Avenue to the World By Anthony Jackson October 26, 2012 Avenues: The World School opened its doors September 2012 in Manhattan with the goal of creating a global network of schools where students will receive a "world course," gain fluency in a second (or third) language, and achieve academic excellence. … Who wouldn’t want that for their kids? Apparently a lot of people agreed. The school had over 2,700 students apply for 700 slots. … This is for a brand-new for-profit school costing almost $40,000 per year with no track record, a controversial business model in a city with a considerable number of high-performing private, independent schools. … So what does it say that presumably educated parents of means lined up to pay $40,000 for a new school to receive an education that explicitly states it will provide a global view, second language learning, and study abroad as its core tenants? People pay for what they value, or what they can't receive for free elsewhere. Perhaps this gives a view on what our broader education system should be developing: what's needed for the future and what parents think is going to help their kids be successful. Read the full article at http://blogs.edweek.org/edweek/global_learning/2012/10/global_competence_an_avenue_to_the_world.html
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Title: Article: Mandarin Chinese Becoming First Choice as Second Language
Body: From http://www.denverpost.com/news/ci_21825189/mandarin-chinese-becoming-first-choice-second-language Mandarin Chinese becoming first choice as second language By Nancy Lofholm October 22, 2012 More language students are saying adios to the recent stampede to learn Spanish and huan ying — or welcome — to mastering a Chinese dialect now spoken by an estimated 100 million non-Chinese. More than 60 schools around [Colorado] — ranging from primary-level immersion schools to universities to private language enterprises — are teaching this most widely spoken language in the world. More online classes are popping up. Chinese-language clubs are taking over tables in coffee shops. Chinese tutors are becoming a hot commodity. The popularity of Mandarin has been driven by several factors: China's ascendancy in the global economy means anyone doing business on an international basis is likely to encounter Mandarin speakers. The spotlight on the 2008 Beijing Olympics increased tourism to China and heightened interest in Mandarin. Also, more Americans are traveling to China to adopt Chinese babies and want to be conversant with their children. Read the full article at http://www.denverpost.com/news/ci_21825189/mandarin-chinese-becoming-first-choice-second-language
Source: Denver Post
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Title: Article: Mandarin Chinese Becoming First Choice as Second Language
Body: From http://www.denverpost.com/news/ci_21825189/mandarin-chinese-becoming-first-choice-second-language Mandarin Chinese becoming first choice as second language By Nancy Lofholm October 22, 2012 More language students are saying adios to the recent stampede to learn Spanish and huan ying — or welcome — to mastering a Chinese dialect now spoken by an estimated 100 million non-Chinese. More than 60 schools around [Colorado] — ranging from primary-level immersion schools to universities to private language enterprises — are teaching this most widely spoken language in the world. More online classes are popping up. Chinese-language clubs are taking over tables in coffee shops. Chinese tutors are becoming a hot commodity. The popularity of Mandarin has been driven by several factors: China's ascendancy in the global economy means anyone doing business on an international basis is likely to encounter Mandarin speakers. The spotlight on the 2008 Beijing Olympics increased tourism to China and heightened interest in Mandarin. Also, more Americans are traveling to China to adopt Chinese babies and want to be conversant with their children. Read the full article at http://www.denverpost.com/news/ci_21825189/mandarin-chinese-becoming-first-choice-second-language
Source: Denver Post
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Title: Gateway to Chinese: Interactive Beginner’s Resources
Body: From http://www.coerll.utexas.edu/coerll/taxonomy/term/149 Gateway to Chinese offers a collection of free interactive language learning resources for beginning Mandarin Chinese. Students now have the option to practice pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar, listening, and reading skills at their own convenience. Gateway to Chinese resources give students the valuable feedback they need to improve language skills in the critical early stages of learning, and an extensive number of interactive exercises allow them to practice what they learn. Gateway to Chinese is available at http://sites.la.utexas.edu/chinese
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Title: Gateway to Chinese: Interactive Beginner’s Resources
Body: From http://www.coerll.utexas.edu/coerll/taxonomy/term/149 Gateway to Chinese offers a collection of free interactive language learning resources for beginning Mandarin Chinese. Students now have the option to practice pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar, listening, and reading skills at their own convenience. Gateway to Chinese resources give students the valuable feedback they need to improve language skills in the critical early stages of learning, and an extensive number of interactive exercises allow them to practice what they learn. Gateway to Chinese is available at http://sites.la.utexas.edu/chinese
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Title: Electronic Dictionary of Mythical Figures
Body: From http://mythreligion.philology.upatras.gr/pages/en/purposes.html A dictionary of mythological figures is available at http://mythreligion.philology.upatras.gr/pages/en/dictionary.html . Each letter is a PDF file that you can download. This is a revised version the Dictionary of Classical Mythology by M. R. Wright. Here is a fuller description from the dictionary’s preface: “In the main body of the text the majority of the alphabetical entries are of individual people, but there are also significant groups, such as Amazons and Centaurs, events like the Theban wars, places important to myth such as Eleusis, Delphi and Olympus as well as meteorological phenomena (Rainbow and Winds for example), and the explanation of such sayings as 'Cloudcuckooland' and 'Gordian Knot'. Each entry has its head-word in its most commonly recognised form, followed by the Greek term, and the Latin form where appropriate; the meaning of the name is added in English where it is of interest.”
Source: University of Patras
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Title: Electronic Dictionary of Mythical Figures
Body: From http://mythreligion.philology.upatras.gr/pages/en/purposes.html A dictionary of mythological figures is available at http://mythreligion.philology.upatras.gr/pages/en/dictionary.html . Each letter is a PDF file that you can download. This is a revised version the Dictionary of Classical Mythology by M. R. Wright. Here is a fuller description from the dictionary’s preface: “In the main body of the text the majority of the alphabetical entries are of individual people, but there are also significant groups, such as Amazons and Centaurs, events like the Theban wars, places important to myth such as Eleusis, Delphi and Olympus as well as meteorological phenomena (Rainbow and Winds for example), and the explanation of such sayings as 'Cloudcuckooland' and 'Gordian Knot'. Each entry has its head-word in its most commonly recognised form, followed by the Greek term, and the Latin form where appropriate; the meaning of the name is added in English where it is of interest.”
Source: University of Patras
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Title: McGill University Summer Institute in Classical Studies
Body: From http://www.mcgill.ca/classics/summer-institute The Institute offers students a unique opportunity to develop their understanding of the ancient world. Located within the heart of Montreal, Canada, the Institute is ideal for those students who are considering an undergraduate degree at McGill, those wishing to gain experience in a collegiate setting as preparation for university, and university students seeking to develop their training in ancient language and civilization. An introductory course in Latin is complemented by classes on classical mythology and ancient civilization, with an aim of fostering the understanding of ancient Mediterranean history and culture. High school and AP credit are negotiable for students on a per school basis. Housing options are available to students who require on-campus accommodations for the duration of the course(s) at McGill. Learn more about this program at http://www.mcgill.ca/classics/summer-institute
Source: McGill University
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Title: McGill University Summer Institute in Classical Studies
Body: From http://www.mcgill.ca/classics/summer-institute The Institute offers students a unique opportunity to develop their understanding of the ancient world. Located within the heart of Montreal, Canada, the Institute is ideal for those students who are considering an undergraduate degree at McGill, those wishing to gain experience in a collegiate setting as preparation for university, and university students seeking to develop their training in ancient language and civilization. An introductory course in Latin is complemented by classes on classical mythology and ancient civilization, with an aim of fostering the understanding of ancient Mediterranean history and culture. High school and AP credit are negotiable for students on a per school basis. Housing options are available to students who require on-campus accommodations for the duration of the course(s) at McGill. Learn more about this program at http://www.mcgill.ca/classics/summer-institute
Source: McGill University
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Title: Archaeological Institute of America-Cincinnati Society Launches Podcasts
Body: From http://www.archaeological.org/news/nad/10717 The University of Cincinnati's Department of Classics in conjunction with the AIA-Cincinnati Society has launched UC Classics Ancient World Podcasts, produced by the faculty and graduate students from the University of Cincinnati. Podcasts explore compelling stories about the lives of people living in the ancient Mediterranean. Episodes already available cover topics related to the ancient city of Pompeii and its destruction, while new series in the coming weeks will feature Cincinnati and its ties to ancient Greek and Roman culture, and Qumran and the Dead Sea Scrolls (to coincide with an exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center). These series bring together experts in ancient history, language, and archaeology from our department, from UC’s Judaic Studies Department, and from Hebrew Union College to share their passion and knowledge about the Classical world. The UC Classics Ancient World Podcasts are suitable for audiences of all ages with an interest in the past, and make a great supplement on a visit to a museum, or for middle school, high school, and college classes. Access the podcast series at http://classics.uc.edu/index.php/podcasts
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Title: Archaeological Institute of America-Cincinnati Society Launches Podcasts
Body: From http://www.archaeological.org/news/nad/10717 The University of Cincinnati's Department of Classics in conjunction with the AIA-Cincinnati Society has launched UC Classics Ancient World Podcasts, produced by the faculty and graduate students from the University of Cincinnati. Podcasts explore compelling stories about the lives of people living in the ancient Mediterranean. Episodes already available cover topics related to the ancient city of Pompeii and its destruction, while new series in the coming weeks will feature Cincinnati and its ties to ancient Greek and Roman culture, and Qumran and the Dead Sea Scrolls (to coincide with an exhibit at the Cincinnati Museum Center). These series bring together experts in ancient history, language, and archaeology from our department, from UC’s Judaic Studies Department, and from Hebrew Union College to share their passion and knowledge about the Classical world. The UC Classics Ancient World Podcasts are suitable for audiences of all ages with an interest in the past, and make a great supplement on a visit to a museum, or for middle school, high school, and college classes. Access the podcast series at http://classics.uc.edu/index.php/podcasts
Source: AIA
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Title: More Halloween Resources
Body: Here is a collection of Halloween resources for students of classical languages from CANE Press: http://www.canepress.org/2012/10/halloween-resources
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Title: More Halloween Resources
Body: Here is a collection of Halloween resources for students of classical languages from CANE Press: http://www.canepress.org/2012/10/halloween-resources
Source: CANEpress
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Title: French Version of Daylight Savings Time
Body: Daylight Savings Time will end for the year in the United States next Sunday, November 4. Learn about l'heure d'hiver in France at http://french.about.com/od/vocabulary/a/heuredhiver.htm?nl=1
Source: About.com
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Title: French Version of Daylight Savings Time
Body: Daylight Savings Time will end for the year in the United States next Sunday, November 4. Learn about l'heure d'hiver in France at http://french.about.com/od/vocabulary/a/heuredhiver.htm?nl=1
Source: About.com
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Title: French Week Miami Is a Month Long and It’s Going On Now
Body: From http://www.frenchweekmiami.org French Week Miami goes from October 27 to November 30 this year. Celebrate the presence of France in South Florida with movies, seminars, concerts, book fairs, wine tastings, and much more. See the full schedule of events at http://www.frenchweekmiami.org/calendar-of-events1.html
Source: French Week Miami
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Title: French Week Miami Is a Month Long and It’s Going On Now
Body: From http://www.frenchweekmiami.org French Week Miami goes from October 27 to November 30 this year. Celebrate the presence of France in South Florida with movies, seminars, concerts, book fairs, wine tastings, and much more. See the full schedule of events at http://www.frenchweekmiami.org/calendar-of-events1.html
Source: French Week Miami
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