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OPPORTUNITIES

WL Fall Workshop 2024

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Inspired by

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What we learn

with pleasure

we never forget.

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Albert Mercier

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Introductions

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On a sticky note, write what your first job was, and one thing you learned from it. (No Names)

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Define:

    • communication
    • proficiency
    • acquisition

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Discuss terms and think about how it applies to the classroom and our goals.

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Communication is the expression, interpretation and sometimes negotiation of meaning in a given context. In addition, it is purposeful.

Dr. Bill VanPatten

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Thus, communicative classrooms involve the expression, interpretation, and negotiation of meaning with a purpose in the context of the classroom.

Dr. Bill VanPatten

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Proficiency

From Martina Bex: Proficient learners can communicate about something appropriately and accurately for a purpose.

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Acquisition

“The mind creates language over time. It creates language as it sees fit.”

Bill VanPatten

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Sharing Fluency Matters

Teachers share ideas and resources

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Chrystal Liu

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