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Title: New Book: Children's Language and Multilingualism
Body: From http://www.continuumbooks.com/Books/detail.aspx?ReturnURL=/Search/default.aspx&CountryID=2&ImprintID=2&BookID=130394 Children's Language and Multilingualism: Indigenous Language Use at Home and School Edited by Jane Simpson and Gillian Wigglesworth Publisher: Continuum Summary: All over the world there are children who learn one (or more) language at home and then have to learn another language when they attend school. In some cases this is because children come from immigrant backgrounds; in other cases children come from indigenous communities in countries which have been colonized. This book examines a wide range of factors which relate to the divergence between home and school language for children growing up in indigenous multilingual communities. Children's Language and Multilingualism explains concisely and clearly why educators, health specialists, government bodies and politicians need to understand the importance of these differences for children’s social and linguistic development, particularly in relation to education and social policy. Never far from the surface are the well-documented benefits of bi- and multilingualism in education nationally and internationally. This accessible survey of the linguistic issues facing children growing up in indigenous communities will be of interest to advanced students and researchers of multilingualism and language acquisition. Visit the publisher’s website at http://www.continuumbooks.com/Books/detail.aspx?ReturnURL=/Search/default.aspx&CountryID=2&ImprintID=2&BookID=130394 .
Source: Continuum
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Title: Fall Issue of ACIE Newsletter
Body: The Fall issue of the American Council on Immersion Education (ACIE) Newsletter has recently been published and distributed to ACIE members. Look for the following articles in the newsletter: * *The Bridge: From Research to Practice–Graduates of a Language Immersion School: What are They Doing Now? * *Points for Parents–Minnesota Immersion Graduates Inspire Enrollment in New Immersion Program * *Best Practices–Immersion Students Immerse Themselves in Theatre * *Research Reports–Immersion Education, Ethnicity, and Income: Immersion Students in Urban Districts * *Techno Tips–St. Louis Blogs for Immersion Become an ACIE member today to get the newsletter!! Details available on the web: http://www.carla.umn.edu/immersion/ACIE.html *And don’t forget the ACIE Archives:* Ten years worth of archived ACIE articles, perfect for staff development readings and discussion, are available on the immersion pages of the CARLA website. See http://www.carla.umn.edu/immersion/acie/index.html . Fortune, T. [LIM-A] Fall issue of ACIE Newsletter is out! Language Immersion in the Americas Discussion list (LIM-A@LISTS.UMN.EDU, 24 Nov 2008).
Source: LIM-A
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Title: Call for Papers: 12th Annual Workshop on American Indigenous Languages
Body: From http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-3660.html 12th Annual Workshop on American Indigenous Languages May 1-2, 2009 University of California, Santa Barbara The Linguistics Department at the University of California, Santa Barbara announces its 12th annual Workshop on American Indigenous Languages (WAIL), which provides a forum for the discussion of theoretical, descriptive and practical studies of the indigenous languages of the Americas. Anonymous abstracts are invited for talks on any topic relevant to the study of language in the Americas. Submissions describing collaborative, community- based models for language maintenance and revitalization are encouraged, as are presentations by community members and language activists. The deadline for receipt of abstracts is January 15, 2009. View the full call for papers at http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-3660.html .
Source: LINGUIST List
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Title: Call for Papers: Innovations in Teaching Children & Teenagers, Italy
Body: From http://ltsig.org.uk Call for papers Innovations in Teaching Children & Teenagers Milan, Italy, March 23rd to 25th 2009 Organized by the British Council and IATEFL’s Young Learners & Learning Technologies Special Interest Groups The conference will look at three of the most important topics in the rapidly changing world of English Teaching: Learning Technologies | CLIL | Testing and Assessment The British Council and IATEFL Young Learners & Learning Technologies SIGs would like to invite proposals for contributions to the above conference. Proposals should be submitted using the on-line form by December 10th 2008. More information and the on-line proposal form can be found at http://ltsig.org.uk/future-events/03-2009-milan-italy.html .
Source: IATEFL Learning Technologies Sig
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Title: Call for Papers: Chinese-English Dual-Language Symposium
Body: From http://mycis2.cis.edu.hk/cis25a/content/c25_symposium.aspx Chinese-English Dual-Language Symposium Developing the Potential of Dual-Language Education March 20-21, 2009 Chinese International School 1 Hau Yuen Path, Braemar Hill, Hong Kong Dual-language education is about much more than simply teaching and acquiring a functional ability in two languages. This symposium will explore various dimensions of dual-language learning and teaching: * Challenges * Cultural navigation skills * Research * Collaboration * Assessment Integral to this symposium will be the opportunity for school practitioners in the field of dual-language education to share their practices with a wider audience. To make a formal submission, please send a completed presenter’s form by December 5 (new deadline). More information about the call for papers is available at http://mycis2.cis.edu.hk/cis25a/content/c25_symposium.aspx?p=69 .
Source: Chinese International School, Hong Kong
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Title: Language for Specific and Academic Purposes Conference, Crete
Body: International Conference: Language for Specific & Academic Purposes February 7-8, 2009 Crete Visit the conference website at http://lspcrete.wordpress.com .
Source: Language for Specific Purposes at the University of Crete
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Title: Summer China Travel and Teaching Program
Body: From http://www.summerchinatravelandteachingprogram.org Summer China Travel and Teaching Program is a non-profit educational program that promotes North America-China cultural exchange and TEFL education in China. The program offers North American teachers a unique cultural experience through FREE tours in China as well as Chinese language and culture workshops on campus in exchange for providing 12 days of English instruction for Chinese students. This program also offers teachers a great opportunity for their professional growth in teaching English as a foreign/second language. Application Deadline is February 2, 2009. Learn more about this program at http://www.summerchinatravelandteachingprogram.org .
Source: Summer China Travel and Teaching Program
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Title: Jobs at University of Maryland Center for Advanced Study of Language
Body: From http://linguistlist.org/issues/19/19-3623.html The University of Maryland Center for Advanced Study of Language (CASL) is seeking to expand its research team in Second Language Acquisition (SLA). CASL, established in 2003, is the nation's 10th university-affiliated research center. Its mission is to conduct state-of-the-science research that results in improved performance on language tasks relevant to the work of government language professionals. Currently open jobs include Research Assistants for Dari, Pashto, and Farsi; Linguists in Less Commonly Taught Languages Assistant/Associate/Senior Research Scientists; Second Language Acquisition Assistant/Associate/Senior Research Scientists; Language Assessment Assistant/Associate/Senior Research Scientists; and Project Manager. A summary of current job openings at CASL along with application instructions is available at https://careers.casl.umd.edu/openings.aspx .
Source: CASL
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Title: AP Exam Readers Wanted
Body: The Advanced Placement Program is now accepting applications for the annual AP Reading. Each June, more than 10,000 college faculty and experienced AP teachers convene to grade free-response questions from some of the world's best and brightest students. At present, the College Board is seeking experts in 12 subject areas, including Chinese Language and Culture, Japanese Language and Culture, Spanish Language, and Spanish Literature. AP Readers receive a stipend for their work. Readers’ travel expenses, lodging and meals are also covered. Learn more and apply at http://apcentral.collegeboard.com/apc/public/homepage/4137.html?CampaignID=2342 .
Source: College Board
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Title: Article: Study Abroad Flourishes, With China a Hot Spot
Body: From http://www.nytimes.com/2008/11/17/education/17exchange.html?_r=1&em Study Abroad Flourishes, With China a Hot Spot By TAMAR LEWIN November 17, 2008 Record numbers of American students are studying abroad, with especially strong growth in educational exchanges with China, the annual report by the Institute on International Education found. While the traditional study-abroad sites for Americans — Britain, Italy, Spain and France — still attract more students from the United States, the report found that China is now the fifth-most-popular destination. Read the entire article at http://www.nytimes.com/2008/11/17/education/17exchange.html?_r=1&em .
Source: New York Times
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