Dec 04, 2025

4:00 - 5:00 PM MST

Description:
This interactive workshop explores how literature circles can be adapted for CLB 4+ learners to foster reading, speaking, and critical thinking skills. Participants will experience a mini literature circle, learn facilitation techniques to support diverse learners, and discuss assessment approaches aligned with PBLA. The session highlights practical ways to modify roles, scaffold language, and manage group dynamics effectively. Drawing from real classroom examples, Paola will share adaptable templates, reflection tools, and time-saving strategies to help instructors confidently integrate literature circles into their LINC and ESL programs.

Bio:

Paola Leporoni has been teaching English for 29 years, including 15 years in LINC and EAP programs, working with adult newcomers at various CLB levels. She is passionate about creating a safe, welcoming, and learner-centered environment where students feel confident to engage, take risks, and share their ideas. Paola integrates value-informed pedagogy and practical strategies to connect language learning to real-life contexts. She holds a Master’s in Psychology: Human Development and Teaching-Learning Process, a Graduate Diploma in Institutional Psychopedagogy, an Intercultural Competencies for Leaders Certificate, an ACE TESOL Certification, and is working towards her Post-TESL Certificate.

Register for the session via the Tutela Edmonton Group

Or email Bahar & Pam at edmonton@atesl.ca for the session link.

We look forward to seeing you!

ATESL Chapter: Edmonton