Welcome to the Cultura Inglesa Teachers' Conference - CITC 2024, a big teacher development event celebrating Cultura Inglesa's 90th anniversary! As you get ready for lots of sharing, networking and fun, please check out our programme and choose the sessions to attend. Enjoy!!

Join Cultura Inglesa's CEO Lorraine de Mattos, Academic Executive Director Isabela Villas Boas, and Academic Executive Managers Daniella You and Caio Feijó in the opening of the CITC 2024, celebrating Cultura Inglesa's 90th anniversary!

Relational agility is the ability to make strategic, intentional decisions about how to respond to oneself and others in any given moment, with any given circumstance. In this session we will look at 5 pillars of relational agility: mindfulness, self-carefulness, compassionate communication, holding space and collaborative inquiry. Each of these pillars are constructed through knowledge, skills and awareness that interweave to create a practice that gives us the ability to ground into our values, to see and assess our own and other’s needs, to focus on who or what is most important in the moment, to assess our options and our capacity and to choose wisely. Relational agility is a life-long learning process and practice that empowers us and others to lead meaningful interconnected lives.

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With recent developments in the training of large language models and machine learning, artificial intelligence tools have been able to take a huge leap forward. It's likely that the impact of these developments will have significant implications across both the academic world and the world of work. These tools offer huge opportunities for the development of languages and education more generally, but in order to ensure we use them wisely we need to have a firm understanding of how they will impact the lives of our students both now and in their future careers. In this session I will share some of the opportunities and challenges that AI brings to our classroom and explore some of the ways it can be used to have a positive impact on the ways we develop and educate teachers as well as how we develop our students.

Online teaching and learning can often become very form-focused (especially in self-study materials) and teacher-focused (especially in live video lessons). As more and more teachers and learners become accustomed to online learning, it’s important to establish communicative practices that we use in the face to face class. This minicourse will look at practical and interactive routines and review activities you can incorporate easily into your live online lessons, including a focus on moments when it’s best to get away from the screen altogether!

“My class is so noisy!! Except… they are so silent when I want them to speak!” Are your learners lost for words? Do you need them to speak up in class? They might just need some confidence-boosters, some extra support or a comfortable environment to get speaking. In this session, we’ll explore 10 easy ways to create facilitative conditions for learners to overcome their fears and inhibitions, and feel empowered and confident communicating with each other in English.

What do you need to know to make the transition from teacher to trainer? How does training teachers differ from teaching learners? And what do teacher trainers actually do? In this session we will answer these questions and more, as we explore the fundamentals of teacher training and try some practical activities for teacher-participants.

In this session we will practise activities focusing on recognising the importance of social media material, not necessarily created for the classroom, under good practices and projects basics, and working with project steps focused on authentic textual genres based on learners experiences. This  may create a hugely positive advance in class because greater cultural understanding increases opportunities for studying and working. By the end of this session, participants are expected to use this content for teaching English and tracking progress to make teaching and learning experiences even more imaginative and creative.

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This plenary aims at presenting a 4-year-investigation on the English teaching innovation tripod, that is, the axis of knowledge about innovation, discourses about innovation and, finally, innovation practices in the process of teaching and learning English in regular schools in Brazil. The results of this research reveal that: (1) the possible meanings of innovation in the English language teaching-learning process are intertwined with the subjects' knowledge and beliefs; (2) the innovation practices are increasingly driven by digital technologies and (3) the challenges of innovation are diverse based on the social position and sphere of activity of each subject in the pedagogical field. How did the process of this investigation occur? Which scientific steps were taken? Where should we go as language educators? These are some of the questions and reflections to be presented in this session.

Measuring progress is important for the teacher and student to be able to measure areas of strength and where students need more support. It can be a powerful motivator for students. In this plenary, I’ll be giving you some practical tips and strategies on how to measure your students’ progress as well as how to help them assess their own performance to ensure they are confident and clear about their journey ahead to exam success.

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Esta apresentação explora o papel transformador das avaliações no processo de aprendizagem, aprofundando-se em seus benefícios significativos para o crescimento pessoal e educacional. Junte-se a nós para compreender como as avaliações desbloqueiam caminhos para experiências de aprendizagem aprimoradas e contribuem para o desenvolvimento global.

Gamification is the application of game-design elements and principles in non-game contexts. Organisations from hospitals, governments, and corporations are all utilizing gamification to motivate users, and engage employees and customers. Game-enhanced learning can also be utilized in education with great benefits. Not only can it help improve student motivation and knowledge gain, but also provide learners with an opportunity to develop cognitive, social and emotional skills. Come find out more about this!

This talk explores different portrayals of Achilles and Patroclus, two Greek heroes, in various media. By examining ancient Greek perspectives on societal roles and sexuality from texts by Lucian and Plato, it compares "The Iliad", "Troy", and "The Song of Achilles", analysing societal biases that influenced their representation. Additionally, it explores the educational potential of children's and adolescent's literature in fostering critical thinking among students.

Uncover the transformative potential of Teaching Unplugged in Online Language Education. This session navigates the principles of Conversation-Driven, Materials-Light, and Emergent Language, showcasing adaptability in virtual classrooms. Explore the benefits of flexibility and authentic language input, addressing challenges like community-building and technology issues. Gain insights into seamlessly integrating technology into Teaching Unplugged for an engaging, student-centered language learning experience. Join us to enhance your approach to online language teaching.

In the context of remote education, teachers face challenges in providing timely, personalised feedback and adapting to evolving language trends. This workshop addresses these challenges, showcasing ChatGPT as an effective solution for coming up with language models and dealing with emerging language in remote lessons.

This workshop explores how success criteria may be a useful assessment tool for teachers and can support learners with peer and self-assessment, demonstrating how this action enhances learners' sense of progress and promotes autonomy and collaboration in the assessment process. The session will also share considerations for those planning to use success criteria in English language lessons.

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This session examines the limitations of traditional ELT coursebooks, proposing a shift to a task-based learning framework. It critiques the common PPP model and suggests a hybrid method, merging coursebook format with task-based flexibility, while acknowledging barriers to its adoption. Attendees will gain strategies for a learner-centred approach that enhances teaching and boosts student engagement through practical language application.

In this talk we will demonstrate some digital materials for exam practice and some interesting books for professional development.

This talk aims to help future and current language teachers formulate Instruction Check Questions and Concept Check Questions in a more efficient way. This will be done through a brief theoretical explanation of these concepts, followed by practical examples carried out together with the participants, on top of some extra tips to facilitate the implementation of these concepts in their everyday practice.

Assessing languages for professional purposes is an area of growing interest to applied linguists and English language educators, as employment potential has gone well beyond the boundaries of places where professional qualification is acquired (Knoch; Macqueen, 2020). This talk provides an overview of the main principles which guide ESP assessment, namely needs analysis, knowledge/content inseparability, specificity, and task authenticity. Through the lenses of aeronautical English, and results of studies conducted with the pilots from “Esquadrilha da Fumaça”, participants will have a chance to relate the fundamentals of ESP assessment to their practices in assessing English for professionals in other occupational areas.

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Have you felt that learners have been behaving differently since 2020? Sometimes it is difficult to help them focus and the activities the once used to engage them now don’t turn out as we expect? Join Cris Bordinhão in this talk and learn the whys and the hows of learner engagement in a post-pandemic world!

In this talk I will introduce Communities of Practice - CoPs, (Lave & Wenger, 1999), as a strategy for professional development. To do so, CoPs’ characteristics will be approached and illustrated with experiences from the study group MultiTecLin. Come and learn how to use CoPs’ principles either as a tool for your development or as a methodology to lead CPD initiatives.

In this session we will present a comprehensive overview of Macmillan Education Brazil, highlighting our history and commitment to educational excellence and school Community collaboration. We will talk about coursebooks, support for teachers, innovative educational solutions, and much more. Join us on this journey to understand how Macmillan Education is shaping the future of education!

The objective of this workshop is to introduce participants to some tools of Corpus Linguistics that can be used by language teachers, translators, and interpreters. Participants will have the opportunity to explore and use corpora (collections of authentic texts) available online for various purposes: creating teaching materials and classroom activities, researching word frequency, lexical and grammatical items, developing glossaries for translation, and designing lessons for specific purposes. Technology plays a fundamental role in both translation and language teaching practices, serving as an excellent aid for translators and teachers. The demand in the globalized and interdisciplinary world is evident, and technology helps us meet that demand. This workshop presents research solutions based on Corpus Linguistics tools through the analysis of corpora that encourage inductive reasoning in order to solve problems through examples, case studies, activities, and exercises that help acquire and consolidate language literacy and autonomy. 

Explore the time-saving potential of ChatGPT in this workshop focused on optimising lesson planning for reading skills. Uncover practical strategies to effectively generate target language and devise engaging lessons. Through live demonstrations and hands-on activities, educators will gain the confidence to integrate generative AI seamlessly into their planning process, saving time while enhancing the quality of reading instruction.

Are you constantly wondering what the "right" cherry on top of your cake would be? Do you feel something is missing in your lessons? If so, join this webinar and learn techniques and tools to make your students indulge and ask for more! In this session, we will experience different activities to surprise and engage teens and adults in our English lessons. Get ready to add not only the cherry but also flavour and sprinkles on top of your classes!

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Relationships are the heart of teaching-learning experiences and they can be a challenge in the online context. In this talk, I’m going to show how Social Relatedness principles have helped my lower-level adult students overcome fear and embarrassment, improving their self-esteem and achieving satisfactory learning outcomes.

At National Geographic Learning, our goal is to bring the world to the classroom, and the classroom to life. We think the world is incredible, and that learning should inspire and amaze. We want students of English and their teachers to experience the excitement and joy of learning through our materials. With our English language programs, students learn about their world by experiencing it.

This talk explores how observing a peer’s lesson may be a beneficial CPD opportunity and provide teachers with practical tools to implement in their lessons. The talk will also share lessons learned from participating in peer lesson observations and offer advice on what to do and not to do in order to make the most of this valuable opportunity.

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The aim of this talk is to share the findings of my current action research, which focuses on the incorporation of exam-like activities in my regular classes (CEFR B2 and C1) in order to see how much it impacts on learners' perception of their own development and on their interest in taking an international examination.

Change comes with the different, and it is a fact that a manager cannot use the same logics of yesterday to deal with a different today. In this talk, we investigate the necessity for managers in education to contribute to, cultivate, and be part of a healthy ecosystem in the current educational environment, considering both students and staff.

This presentation explores generative AI in English language learning. We will explore how AI works, highlighting its transformative role in personalised learning, interactive experiences, and language assessment. While showcasing AI’s positive impacts, it also addresses its risks, such as weakness is managing complex human needs in education and inaccuracies in skill assessment. Looking ahead, we’ll discuss AI’s potential in empowering educators and democratising access to quality language education globally.

Descubra a fascinante jornada de imersão nas Metodologias Ativas, desafiando a concepção tradicional de que ensinar é sinônimo de aprender. Este relato envolvente destaca a metamorfose educacional experimentada, revelando a essência da verdadeira aprendizagem.

In this workshop, let's look at the possibilities and benefits of using generative AI, particularly SGE (Search Generative Experience) in class, taking into account the target audience's age and CEFR level. Also, let's discuss the need for the development of specific training for teachers, strategies to collaborate with students and ways to foster critical thinking as relevant in the context of GenAI.

This workshop aims to guide participants through CLIL concepts, exploring how this approach can enhance the experience of English learning. We will go through strategies for creating and implementing activities that promote the simultaneous development of language skills and content understanding. By the end of the workshop, participants will produce their own CLIL lesson plan.

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This session offers insights and tools for fostering multilingual children's language development and agency. Participants will discover ways to extend learning beyond read-alouds, integrating practical tips and strategies across various content areas. The session equips educators to guide multilingual children on a successful journey of language and cultural exploration.

This session offers insights and tools for fostering multilingual children's language development and agency. Participants will discover ways to extend learning beyond read-alouds, integrating practical tips and strategies across various content areas. The session equips educators to guide multilingual children on a successful journey of language and cultural exploration.

In this talk, I will address the positive and negative consequences that a program faces when it decides to replace traditional, summative tests with performance assessments, from the viewpoint of different stakeholders. I will also offer a series of arguments in favor of shifting from assessment of learning to assessment for and as learning to support the discussions with these stakeholders.

As you get ready for the next session, remember to stretch up, have a sip of water and, of course... check out our sponsors' virtual lounge and pay them a visit later today.

In the face of rapid technological change, this presentation explores the often overlooked human perspective in addressing urgent questions raised by AI advancements. The focus shifts from technology-driven inquiries to the role of teachers and learners. Introducing Positive CALL, a values-based approach, the speaker advocates for technology that prioritises well-being and growth. Practical strategies are presented for teachers to guide learners toward a constructive use of technology, emphasising examples where technology aligns with educational needs. The goal is to empower educators to lead in shaping a human-centered future for technology in education, fostering well-being and sustaining a positive professional identity.

This plenary is set to answer the following: How to design our Learning Evidences (LE) to reach the expected key learning from our students in the context of both in-person and virtual education? We’ll describe what evidence of learning implies and the way we can plan in order to obtain them; then we’ll analyse why tasks and projects are best at providing LEs, and how technology can play a key role to ensure evidence of learning. We’ll finish by discussing how all this looks in a language classroom.