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Title: Call for Proposals: Association of Teachers of Japanese (ATJ) 2009 Seminar
Body: From http://www.aatj.org/seminar.html The Association of Teachers of Japanese (ATJ) 2009 Seminar will take place at the Sheraton in Chicago, on Thursday, March 26, 2009, in conjunction with the annual meeting of the Association for Asian Studies (AAS). The Seminar will feature a full day of concurrent sessions on various issues related to Japanese language and literature with presentations by ATJ members. ATJ invites proposals for individual papers and panels. A proposal must be in one of the following areas: (1) linguistics, (2) literature, (3) pedagogy, or (4) second language acquisition. ATJ also welcomes session proposals from the ATJ Special Interest Groups (SIGs). For more information on submissions, go to http://www.aatj.org/seminar.html .
Source: ATJ
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Title: Call for Proposals: Association of Teachers of Japanese (ATJ) 2009 Seminar
Body: From http://www.aatj.org/seminar.html The Association of Teachers of Japanese (ATJ) 2009 Seminar will take place at the Sheraton in Chicago, on Thursday, March 26, 2009, in conjunction with the annual meeting of the Association for Asian Studies (AAS). The Seminar will feature a full day of concurrent sessions on various issues related to Japanese language and literature with presentations by ATJ members. ATJ invites proposals for individual papers and panels. A proposal must be in one of the following areas: (1) linguistics, (2) literature, (3) pedagogy, or (4) second language acquisition. ATJ also welcomes session proposals from the ATJ Special Interest Groups (SIGs). For more information on submissions, go to http://www.aatj.org/seminar.html .
Source: ATJ
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Title: Cambridge Symposium on Middle Eastern Studies
Body: From http://www.crassh.cam.ac.uk/events/543 Cambridge Symposium on Middle Eastern Studies: Knowledge and Language in Middle Eastern Societies Saturday, 18 October to Sunday, 19 October Centre for Research in the Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities Cambridge University, UK For more information, go to http://www.crassh.cam.ac.uk/events/543 .
Source: Cambridge University
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Title: Cambridge Symposium on Middle Eastern Studies
Body: From http://www.crassh.cam.ac.uk/events/543 Cambridge Symposium on Middle Eastern Studies: Knowledge and Language in Middle Eastern Societies Saturday, 18 October to Sunday, 19 October Centre for Research in the Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities Cambridge University, UK For more information, go to http://www.crassh.cam.ac.uk/events/543 .
Source: Cambridge University
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Title: International Conference on Applied Linguistics
Body: From http://www.forex.ntu.edu.tw/Academic/files/004.html Second International Conference on Applied Linguistics (2nd ICAL) NCYU 2008 International Conference on Applied Linguistics (NCYU 2008 ICAL) Date: Thursday-Sunday, October 23-26, 2008 Location: Minhsiung Campus, National Chiayi University, Taiwan Theme: Applied Linguistics, Global and Domestic Perspectives For more information, go to http://www.forex.ntu.edu.tw/Academic/files/004.html .
Source: National Taiwan University
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Title: International Conference on Applied Linguistics
Body: From http://www.forex.ntu.edu.tw/Academic/files/004.html Second International Conference on Applied Linguistics (2nd ICAL) NCYU 2008 International Conference on Applied Linguistics (NCYU 2008 ICAL) Date: Thursday-Sunday, October 23-26, 2008 Location: Minhsiung Campus, National Chiayi University, Taiwan Theme: Applied Linguistics, Global and Domestic Perspectives For more information, go to http://www.forex.ntu.edu.tw/Academic/files/004.html .
Source: National Taiwan University
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Title: New England Regional Association for Language Learning Technology Fall Meeting
Body: The next NERALLT meeting will be Friday, October 24th, 2008 at The University of Massachusetts, Boston Changing Times, Changing Spaces: Fitting the Space (concrete, virtual or blended) to the Learning For more information, go to http://www.nerallt.unh.edu .
Source: NERALLT
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Title: New England Regional Association for Language Learning Technology Fall Meeting
Body: The next NERALLT meeting will be Friday, October 24th, 2008 at The University of Massachusetts, Boston Changing Times, Changing Spaces: Fitting the Space (concrete, virtual or blended) to the Learning For more information, go to http://www.nerallt.unh.edu .
Source: NERALLT
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Title: Boston University Conference on Language Development
Body: From http://www.bu.edu/linguistics/APPLIED/BUCLD BUCLD 33 October 31 - November 2, 2008 Keynote Speaker: Barbara Landau, Johns Hopkins University "Spatial Language and Spatial Cognition: Origins, Development, and Interaction" Plenary Speaker: Tom Roeper, University of Massachusetts - Amherst "From Input to Mind: How acquisition work captures the heart of linguistic theory and the soul of practical application " Lunch Symposium: “Brain Mechanisms of Language Development: The promise and pitfalls of neuroimaging” Dick Aslin, University of Rochester Debra Mills, Bangor University Colin Phillips, University of Maryland Helen Tager-Flusberg, Boston University BUCLD is proud to host the Symposium on Language Development (SLD) on October 30th, 2008. This year's symposium is titled: "Slow mapping, fast mapping: children's word learning 30 years after Carey & Bartlett (1978)" For more information, go to http://www.bu.edu/linguistics/APPLIED/BUCLD .
Source: Boston University
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Title: Boston University Conference on Language Development
Body: From http://www.bu.edu/linguistics/APPLIED/BUCLD BUCLD 33 October 31 - November 2, 2008 Keynote Speaker: Barbara Landau, Johns Hopkins University "Spatial Language and Spatial Cognition: Origins, Development, and Interaction" Plenary Speaker: Tom Roeper, University of Massachusetts - Amherst "From Input to Mind: How acquisition work captures the heart of linguistic theory and the soul of practical application " Lunch Symposium: “Brain Mechanisms of Language Development: The promise and pitfalls of neuroimaging” Dick Aslin, University of Rochester Debra Mills, Bangor University Colin Phillips, University of Maryland Helen Tager-Flusberg, Boston University BUCLD is proud to host the Symposium on Language Development (SLD) on October 30th, 2008. This year's symposium is titled: "Slow mapping, fast mapping: children's word learning 30 years after Carey & Bartlett (1978)" For more information, go to http://www.bu.edu/linguistics/APPLIED/BUCLD .
Source: Boston University
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Title: Total Spanish immersion Program in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Body: Total Spanish immersion Program in Buenos Aires, Argentina For Spanish, Bilingual and ESL Educators, all levels April 3-13, 2009 and July 2-13, 2009 Creative Bridges for Language Learning Institute is offering a unique hands-on/theory immersion program; fun-filled with unlimited exposure to language and culture, on a variety of topics of interest that embrace every one of the aspects related to the Argentinean / Latino / Spanish culture such as: Literature, Art, History, Music, Dance, Theater, and Films; beneficial to educators at every level. It is designed to enhance teaching practices. Participants will learn innovative teaching strategies and how to create dynamic lessons that incorporate authentic culture into daily instruction based on their experiences. For more information, visit the program website at http://connectionsdt.tripod.com/totalimmersion .
Source: Creative Bridges
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Title: Total Spanish immersion Program in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Body: Total Spanish immersion Program in Buenos Aires, Argentina For Spanish, Bilingual and ESL Educators, all levels April 3-13, 2009 and July 2-13, 2009 Creative Bridges for Language Learning Institute is offering a unique hands-on/theory immersion program; fun-filled with unlimited exposure to language and culture, on a variety of topics of interest that embrace every one of the aspects related to the Argentinean / Latino / Spanish culture such as: Literature, Art, History, Music, Dance, Theater, and Films; beneficial to educators at every level. It is designed to enhance teaching practices. Participants will learn innovative teaching strategies and how to create dynamic lessons that incorporate authentic culture into daily instruction based on their experiences. For more information, visit the program website at http://connectionsdt.tripod.com/totalimmersion .
Source: Creative Bridges
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Title: Free Workshop for Beginning Foreign Language Teachers
Body: From http://www.clta.net/calendar FREE Workshop for BEGINNING Foreign Language Teachers, at Windward School October 18 from 8:30am to 12:30pm. Learn effective strategies for instruction, gain practical tips for managing a classroom and discover the latest regarding language learning. Attendees also receive a free one-year membership in MCLASC (Modern and Classical Language Association of Southern California). Please RSVP to Rebecca Anderson at anderson_rebecca@smc.edu.
Source: CLTA
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Title: Free Workshop for Beginning Foreign Language Teachers
Body: From http://www.clta.net/calendar FREE Workshop for BEGINNING Foreign Language Teachers, at Windward School October 18 from 8:30am to 12:30pm. Learn effective strategies for instruction, gain practical tips for managing a classroom and discover the latest regarding language learning. Attendees also receive a free one-year membership in MCLASC (Modern and Classical Language Association of Southern California). Please RSVP to Rebecca Anderson at anderson_rebecca@smc.edu.
Source: CLTA
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Title: Funding: Japan Foundation Center for Global Partnership
Body: The Japan Foundation Center for Global Partnership (CGP) is pleased to announce the CGP Grant Program Guidelines for 2009. The upcoming deadline for letters of inquiry is Wednesday, 1 October. CGP’s Grant Program supports Japan-U.S. collaborative policy-oriented projects in the target areas listed below. In addition, CGP recognizes the value of including a multinational dimension within projects, and therefore gives priority to those that incorporate Asia into its agenda. 1. Traditional & non-traditional approaches to security and diplomacy Issues include transnational terrorism, internal ethnic and religious strife, infectious diseases, environmental degradation, and climate change. 2. Global and regional economic issues Issues include regional and bilateral trade arrangements, globalization and the mitigation of its adverse consequences with the active participation of the business sector, and sustainable urbanization. 3. Role of civil society Issues include immigration and achieving balance in increasingly diverse societies as well as capacity building of civil society actors through various networking opportunities. For more information and for grant program guidelines, go to http://www.cgp.org/index.php?option=article&task=default&articleid=354 .
Source: Center for Global Partnership
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Title: Funding: Japan Foundation Center for Global Partnership
Body: The Japan Foundation Center for Global Partnership (CGP) is pleased to announce the CGP Grant Program Guidelines for 2009. The upcoming deadline for letters of inquiry is Wednesday, 1 October. CGP’s Grant Program supports Japan-U.S. collaborative policy-oriented projects in the target areas listed below. In addition, CGP recognizes the value of including a multinational dimension within projects, and therefore gives priority to those that incorporate Asia into its agenda. 1. Traditional & non-traditional approaches to security and diplomacy Issues include transnational terrorism, internal ethnic and religious strife, infectious diseases, environmental degradation, and climate change. 2. Global and regional economic issues Issues include regional and bilateral trade arrangements, globalization and the mitigation of its adverse consequences with the active participation of the business sector, and sustainable urbanization. 3. Role of civil society Issues include immigration and achieving balance in increasingly diverse societies as well as capacity building of civil society actors through various networking opportunities. For more information and for grant program guidelines, go to http://www.cgp.org/index.php?option=article&task=default&articleid=354 .
Source: Center for Global Partnership
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Title: Item Writing and Content Specialist Positions, Avant Assessment
Body: Avant Assessment is looking for candidates to fill the positions of Item Writing Specialist and Content Specialists to join a team of assessment developers working to create tests of language proficiency. Partnered with the Center for Applied Second Language Studies (CASLS) at the University of Oregon, Avant Assessment is a world leader in web-based second-language assessment. Founded in 2001, Avant Assessment has established a strong presence in the field of online second-language assessment. Individuals interested in joining a growing company dedicated to improving language learning by providing assessments that measure proficiency and generate meaningful data for educators and students should choose Avant Assessment. Complete job descriptions are available on request. For the Item Writing Specialist, we are looking for individuals with the following qualifications: . Extensive item writing experience for testing targeting the Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR) scale . Advanced degree and/or professional background in educational measurement and language assessment . Ability to lead individuals within diverse groups working on complex projects . Ability to prioritize tasks and manage personnel to meet deadlines under pressure . Self-directed and well organized with strong attention to detail . Excellent communication and organization skills . Willingness and ability to learn new computer programs as needed . Ability to travel on an occasional basis for several days at a time For the Content Specialist, we are looking for individuals with the following qualifications: . Extensive experience with the Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR) scale for leveling test materials . Advanced degree and/or professional background in language assessment . Ability to lead individuals within diverse groups working on complex projects . Self-directed and well organized with strong attention to detail . Ability to prioritize tasks and manage personnel to meet deadlines under pressure . Self-directed and well organized with strong attention to detail . Excellent communication and organization skills . Willingness and ability to learn new computer programs as needed . Ability to travel on an occasional basis for several days at a time We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. For more information and a complete job description, please contact me directly. Jan D. McCoy, PhD Director of Assessment Avant Assessment Eugene, Oregon, USA tel: 541-338-9090 jmccoy@avantassessment.com www.avantassessment.com
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Title: Item Writing and Content Specialist Positions, Avant Assessment
Body: Avant Assessment is looking for candidates to fill the positions of Item Writing Specialist and Content Specialists to join a team of assessment developers working to create tests of language proficiency. Partnered with the Center for Applied Second Language Studies (CASLS) at the University of Oregon, Avant Assessment is a world leader in web-based second-language assessment. Founded in 2001, Avant Assessment has established a strong presence in the field of online second-language assessment. Individuals interested in joining a growing company dedicated to improving language learning by providing assessments that measure proficiency and generate meaningful data for educators and students should choose Avant Assessment. Complete job descriptions are available on request. For the Item Writing Specialist, we are looking for individuals with the following qualifications: . Extensive item writing experience for testing targeting the Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR) scale . Advanced degree and/or professional background in educational measurement and language assessment . Ability to lead individuals within diverse groups working on complex projects . Ability to prioritize tasks and manage personnel to meet deadlines under pressure . Self-directed and well organized with strong attention to detail . Excellent communication and organization skills . Willingness and ability to learn new computer programs as needed . Ability to travel on an occasional basis for several days at a time For the Content Specialist, we are looking for individuals with the following qualifications: . Extensive experience with the Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR) scale for leveling test materials . Advanced degree and/or professional background in language assessment . Ability to lead individuals within diverse groups working on complex projects . Self-directed and well organized with strong attention to detail . Ability to prioritize tasks and manage personnel to meet deadlines under pressure . Self-directed and well organized with strong attention to detail . Excellent communication and organization skills . Willingness and ability to learn new computer programs as needed . Ability to travel on an occasional basis for several days at a time We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. For more information and a complete job description, please contact me directly. Jan D. McCoy, PhD Director of Assessment Avant Assessment Eugene, Oregon, USA tel: 541-338-9090 jmccoy@avantassessment.com www.avantassessment.com
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Title: Job: Language Learning Technology Coordinator
Body: From http://humanresources.ucr.edu/jobs/JobsBrowse.aspx?@strJobNumber=08-08-012 The Language Learning Technology Coordinator guides students of diverse educational and language proficiency backgrounds to levels of skill development consistent with International Education Program (IEP) learning goals. The Language Learning Technology Coordinator devises methods to solve and enhance learners’ challenges and supports them in improving their language learning abilities with technology solutions. This position involves aiding students with Computer-assisted Language Learning (CALL) technology and teachers for developing effective practices for applying CALL technology in their ESL classrooms. View this job posting at http://humanresources.ucr.edu/jobs/JobsBrowse.aspx?@strJobNumber=08-08-012 .
Source: University of California-Riverside
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Title: Job: Language Learning Technology Coordinator
Body: From http://humanresources.ucr.edu/jobs/JobsBrowse.aspx?@strJobNumber=08-08-012 The Language Learning Technology Coordinator guides students of diverse educational and language proficiency backgrounds to levels of skill development consistent with International Education Program (IEP) learning goals. The Language Learning Technology Coordinator devises methods to solve and enhance learners’ challenges and supports them in improving their language learning abilities with technology solutions. This position involves aiding students with Computer-assisted Language Learning (CALL) technology and teachers for developing effective practices for applying CALL technology in their ESL classrooms. View this job posting at http://humanresources.ucr.edu/jobs/JobsBrowse.aspx?@strJobNumber=08-08-012 .
Source: University of California-Riverside
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