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Title: Preliminary Rounds for the International German Olympics 2016
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From http://www.goethe.de/ins/us/chi/lhr/ver/wet/en14741410.htm?wt_sc=chicago_ido
The International German Olympics are scheduled to take place from July 17 – 30, 2016 in Berlin.
The Goethe-Instituts in the USA and the Internationale Deutschlehrerverband (IDV) invite US high school students to participate in the two preliminary rounds and to qualify for the international final round in Berlin. The IDO is not just about competing for the title of the world’s best student of German, but also about experiencing and understanding other cultures.
Based on the motto BE THE ONE, the Goethe-Institut Chicago is searching for two “Olympic athletes“ to represent the USA in Berlin. They will prove their knowledge of the German language and culture in a competition with students from 50 different nations.
The national preliminary round takes place October 12-16, 2015, so find out the full details soon to be involved.
Learn more at http://www.goethe.de/ins/us/chi/lhr/ver/wet/en14741410.htm?wt_sc=chicago_ido
Source: Goethe-Institut
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Title: Hispanic Heritage Month Literacy Activities
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From http://www.scholastic.com
This month is Hispanic Heritage Month. Here are some lesson ideas from Scholastic: http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/top-teaching/2015/09/hispanic-heritage-month-literacy-activities
For more ideas follow this thread on the FLTEACH listserv: https://listserv.buffalo.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1509&L=FLTEACH&P=R10049&I=-3&d=No+Match%3BMatch%3BMatches
Source: Scholastic
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Title: Resources for Learning about Refugees in Spanish
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Here are two resources for learning about refugees with your students. First, a PowerPoint presentation about refugees to get students thinking about the issues involved: http://www.todoele.net/actividades/Actividad_maint.asp?ActividadesPage=12&Actividad_id=636.
Second, a collection of refugee’s personal stories in Spanish: http://www.acnur.org/diadelrefugiado/historias/
Source: Todoele.net
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Title: Aula Intercultural: Website for Intercultural Resources in Spanish
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From http://aulaintercultural.org/
Aula Intercultural is a website promoting interculturality for Spanish language learners. Learn about good practices, access materials, and stay up-to-date with the latest news from the perspective of Spain here: http://aulaintercultural.org/
Source: Aula Intercultural
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Title: Blog: Español para inmigrantes y refugiados
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This blog is more of a meta-site with categorized links to other resources for Spanish language learners. Categories of resources include songs, online courses, online exercises, grammar, interculturality, literacy, and vocabulary.
Explore the resources and follow the blog (to see when new resources are posted) at https://espanolparainmigrantes.wordpress.com/
Source: Español para inmigrantes y refugiados
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Title: Massive Open Online Courses Offered by Understanding Language Online
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From http://ell.stanford.edu/content/moocs
Four massive open online courses will be offered through Stanford University’s Understanding Language program beginning October 1:
Using Complex Texts to Develop Language
Learning as Evidence: Improving ELLs’ Argumentation Skills through Formative Assessment Practices
Using Communication-Focused Activities in Designated English Language Development Lessons
Constructive Classroom Conversations: Mastering Language for College and Career Readiness
For details about each course and to sign up, go to http://ell.stanford.edu/content/moocs
Source: Stanford University
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Title: Resources for English Language Learners from Education Northwest
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From http://educationnorthwest.org
As the demographics in the Northwest shift, Education Northwest continues to support the needs of our growing English language learner (ELL) population. From teacher training to rigorous analyses of effective ELL interventions, their researchers, evaluators, and professional development providers have an impressive portfolio of skills and experience available to help those educating our nation’s ELL students.
Explore available resources at http://educationnorthwest.org/english-language-learners
Source: Education Northwest
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Title: The Benefits of Play in the Education of Young ELs
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From http://blog.tesol.org/the-benefits-of-play-in-the-education-of-young-els/
Karen Nemeth writes, “Several of the experts that contributed to my book, Young Dual Language Learners: A Guide for PreK-3 Leaders, emphasized the importance of child-directed, hands-on, developmentally appropriate learning for young ELLs. Here are some of the benefits provided by playful interactions that are especially useful in supporting ELLs in the primary years. How many of these activities are truly present in your classrooms?
Social interaction with peers
Oral language practice
Using new words many times in different contexts
Rich, spontaneous conversation
Opportunities for discussion and debate
Social/emotional learning through role play
Problem solving
Self-regulation such as turn-taking and compromise
Imaginative pretend play—a precursor to symbolic reasoning
Creativity and innovation
Self-determination and initiative
Exploration and observation
Hands-on, multimodal learning
Multiple media, including visuals and props
Individualized learning that is not isolating
Independent, child-directed learning experiences
Constructive, collaborative activities
Telling and retelling stories and play themes
Vocabulary development in context of authentic experiences
Opportunities for multi-age, multi-language, and multi-ability groups that expose children to needed language models”
Read her full article at http://blog.tesol.org/the-benefits-of-play-in-the-education-of-young-els/
Source: TESOL
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Title: Resources for English Listening Practice
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From http://www.fluentin3months.com/
Here is a list of over 50 resources that can be used for English listening practice, divided into videos, podcasts and radio, music, news, and lessons: http://www.fluentin3months.com/english-listening-practice/
Source: Fluent in 3 Months
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Title: Quick Activity Idea: Who Am I?
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From the Teach them English blog, here is an easy activity to get your students writing, listening, thinking, and learning about each other: http://www.teachthemenglish.com/2015/09/super-quick-motivating-activities-who-am-i/
Source: Teach them English
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