Mini-Conference on Developing Language Proficiency using Technology

Wednesday, April 15, 5:30 – 7:45 PM in CAS 522:

Bigger, better, faster, more: Technology in support of language learning

by Prof. Fernando Rubio

Associate Professor of Spanish Linguistics and Co-Director of the Second Language Teaching and Research Center

University of Utah

Technology innovations have dramatically changed how we interact with the world and with those around us. How have those changes affected education and how can we take advantage of the affordances of new technologies to improve language teaching and learning? In this talk we will specifically discuss how technology can facilitate and expedite the progression through the language proficiency continuum by enabling us to integrate more efficiently all the elements required for successful language learning.

Thursday, April 16, 8:45 AM – 12:00 PM: Breakout sessions in the Geddes Language Center, CAS 540, on multiple topics and emphasizing practical application. Luncheon and Wrap-up with workshop leaders to follow (12:00 – 1:00 PM)

*** Registration is required for this event - Deadline Thursday, March 19 ***