Events
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Oct 16, 2024Supporting Newcomers in Our CommunityTime: 10:00AM – 12:00PM MSTAre you interested in enhancing your ability to help newcomers integrate into Canadian society?The Alberta Routes program of NorQuest College invites you to this special webinar.This webinar aims to equip you with the knowledge and tools needed to assist immigrants settling into Canada. …
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Sep 19, 2024Let’s Talk About Empowering Non-Native English Speaker Teachers: Strengths, Challenges, and Collaborative SuccessPlease join us on Thursday, September 19th at 4PM (MST).In this session Saeideh Borji will explore the unique strengths and challenges that non-native English speaker teachers (NNESTs) bring to the LINC classroom. Designed to spark meaningful dialogue among all educators, this session will celebrate the diversity and perspectives that …
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Sep 18, 2024Crafting Effective Prompts: Enhancing AI Communication in Higher EducationThe ATESL Local chapters are excited to collaborate to bring you this online workshop! All are welcome!This interactive workshop is designed for educators and academic professionals who seek to optimize their use of ChatGPT in educational settings.Participants will explore the critical skill of prompt development, focusing on how …
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Jun 19, 2024Let’s Talk About Queering the Literacy ClassroomPlease join us on Wednesday, June 19th at 4PM (MST).In this session Rebecca Scheiris and Patricia Ridgway will discuss how to incorporate 2SLGBTQIA+ content in the literacy classroom. They will look at blending content that includes gender and sexual minorities with common LINC themes such as employment and healthcare …
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Jun 12, 2024TESL Canada Teacher Certification Process and Options5:00 PM MSTWebinar description:This webinar aims to introduce the TESL Canada teacher certification framework and its applicability to employment as ESL instructors in Canada and internationally. The presenter will aim to describe among other things the standards requirements and various options to fulfill them. This webinar may be …
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May 31, 2024ATESL Best Practices on Indigenization5:00 PM to 6:30 PMThis is an in-person event at NorQuest College 10215 108 St NW - Civic Employees Legacy Tower - Room 2-211 Workshop summary:Join Sara Gnida as she guides you through ATESL Best Practices and Resources for Indigenization. In this workshop, you will reflect on good …
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May 16, 2024Let’s Talk About Indigenous Content for the Literacy ClassroomPlease join us on Thursday, May 16th at 4PM (MST). In this session Donna Clarke, from the Literacy Centre of Expertise, will introduce new Indigenous content designed for use in EAL Literacy classrooms. She will introduce a set of four digital readers and share some teaching ideas. Topics for …
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May 02, 2024Cultural Connection: Incorporating Indigenous Resources in ESL/EAL Instruction5:00 - 6:30 PMWorkshop DescriptionJoin Herly Cervera as she guides you through the ATESL Best Practices Indigenization Section, embarking on a cultural exploration to uncover the richness of indigenous knowledge and resources. This 1.5-hour workshop is tailored for ESL/EAL instructors and participants eager to integrate authentic cultural experiences …
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Apr 24, 2024Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Anti-Racism: Resources for the LINC/EAL Classroom - Calgary Session6- 7 PM Presenters: Haimei Wang and Jeremy WilsonDescription:ATESL’s EDI/Anti-Racism resources for the CLB 3/4 classroom aim to highlight equity, diversity, and inclusion, increase cross-cultural awareness, and address racism. This presentation will introduce a module framework, showcase highlights of the resource, share some teaching tips, and encourage …
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Apr 23, 2024Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Anti-Racism: Resources for the LINC/EAL Classroom5-6 PM TutelaPresenters: Haimei Wang and Jeremy WilsonDescription:ATESL’s EDI/Anti-Racism resources for the CLB 3/4 classroom aim to highlight equity, diversity, and inclusion, increase cross-cultural awareness, and address racism. This presentation will introduce a module framework, showcase highlights of the resource, share some teaching tips, and encourage …
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Apr 18, 2024Let’s Talk About Music and Rhythm in the EAL Literacy ClassroomPlease join us and guest host Amber Epp on Thursday, April 18th at 4pm (MST).There are many advantages to using music as a learning tool in EAL literacy classrooms. In this session we will explore some of the benefits of using music and rhythm with our learners. Although …
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Mar 19, 2024All You Need is (Embodied) Rhythm: Pronunciation and Beyond!Presenter: William Acton, Professor and Director, MA TESOL, TrinityWestern University, LangleyEver felt in a crunch when teaching English pronunciation to adults orchildren? Or, ever wondered how to learn more about teachingpronunciation in general? Well, check this webinar out to be the firstones to know techniques …
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Mar 07, 2024Building Critical Thinking in English Language LearnersThe ATESL Central Alberta Local would like to invite you to please come join us online on Thursday, March 7th from 5:00 to 6:30PM (MST) for a free professional development workshop with the wonderful Rosalia dela Cruz from the Alberta Routes Initiative program with Norquest College.Description:Critical thinking is …
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Feb 27, 2024Integrating Anti-Racism Principles in EAL Teaching PracticesTuesday, February 27th, 2024 (4:00 pm to 5:30 pm MST)This workshop is designed to provide EAL practitioners with the knowledge, tools, and strategies to incorporate anti-racism principles into their teaching and tutoring approaches proactively. The central aim is to equip participants with the skills needed to confront and …
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Feb 27, 2024Alberta Routes: Accessibility in the EAL ClassroomTime: 1:00-2:00PM Location: Online Cost: Free The Alberta Routes program initiative of NorQuest College invites you to a special webinar. Join us and guest speaker Beverley Titchener as we reflect on Accessibility in the EAL Classroom. Workshop Description: How can instructors and tutors make their lessons and learning …
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Feb 15, 2024Let’s Talk About Fine Motor Skills for Adult Literacy LearnersPlease join us and guest host Fiona Lowes on Thursday, February 15th at 4PM (MST).In this session Fiona from CIWA will explore the importance of developing fine motor skills for adult literacy learners and those with diverse abilities. She will show us some practical strategies to enhance these …
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Jan 19, 2024What do ESL teachers need to know about teaching grammar? Insights from thirty-five years of searching for an answer4PM - In person & Online capacitySt. Basil School 11510 102 St. NW. EdmontonOnline session will be hosted via Edmonton ATESL Tutela group.Session Information:Dr. Leila Ranta will present this modified version of the keynote that she presented at the ATESL 2023 conference.It is widely acknowledged …
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Dec 14, 2023Edmonton Winter Social 2023Please come join us on Thursday, December 14th!RSVP by Tuesday, December 12 via this link: RSVP
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Nov 30, 2023Using AI to generate LINC resourcesDescription:This workshop will go over how to use an AI tool called roshi (https://www.roshi.ai) to generate LINC material in seconds.You'll be able to:- Generate texts, dialogues, or formatted texts based your desired tasks- Pick activity template based on CLB competencies- Share your material …
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Nov 16, 2023Let’s Talk About Addressing PBLA Competencies with Literacy LearnersPlease join us and guest hosts Natalia and Patricia on Thursday, November 16th, at 4PM (MST). It can be very challenging to assess all the required PBLA competencies for each skill area in one semester. Nataliya and Patrica, who both teach a Literacy Foundation/Literacy 1 split class, will offer …
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