2019 SCOLT Conference

Who will take your place in the world language classroom? Who will carry on your legacy? As Christa McAuliffe said, “We touch the future; We teach.” As a language teacher you leave lasting footprints, shaping your students’ future and the profession. Join Vista Higher Learning in this session on advocacy on how to inspire the next generation of language teachers. Take away motivational strategies to connect and maximize your students’ potential beyond the classroom; relevant to all languages & levels.

The German government’s Deutschlandjahr USA/Year of German-American Friendship focuses on providing high-profile visibility of German language and culture in the US. The campaign aims to establish and expand transatlantic networks. AATG is leading three national projects. Learn how to turn this national campaign into promotion of your German program. Also come learn from one of the 2018 AATG Outstanding German Educator Award winners.

The Seal of Biliteracy is an award that can motivate learners on the path to proficiency, as well as signal evidence of a student’s language and global competence. Participants in this session will learn about the Southern Atlantic Language Collaborative (SALC), discover how the Seal of Biliteracy looks in the states of GA, NC, SC, and VA, and explore how to use the Seal of Biliteracy to advocate for quality programs and extended sequences of study.

This presentation includes an overview of the editorial process from submission to publication in scholarly journals with examples from Dimension (SCOLT) & Learning Languages (NNELL). Tips for writing manuscripts, responding to reviewer feedback, & revising & resubmitting manuscripts are offered. Information about becoming a reviewer is also provided. Come with your questions about publishing.

Are you the only French teacher at your school? Do you yearn to have a French teaching buddy? Well look no further! The American Association of Teachers of French is HERE!! We are the only organization devoted to French teachers & the promotion of French language in the country! Get involved in the AATF & help lead our profession. Presenters will be joined by Regional Representative Deanna Scheffer & other state representatives. Come expand your horizons & join our crew!