Welcome to the CITC 2024 F2F day! As you get ready for lots of sharing, networking and fun, please make your way to the frontdesk to get your badge and a special treat.

Teaching young learners is both a privilege and a challenge. I think that what we all want as teachers is to see our children learn and thrive. One thing is true, we are all constantly striving to pass on our love of English and truly offer numerous pathways for them to explore the language journey. In this minicourse, I’d like to share and investigate simple, yet subtle ways we can inspire and awaken our students to engage, investigate, and speak the language.

Have you checked out Cultura Inglesa's latest book, published by Macmillan Education? Educators in Action is on sale at DISAL's lounge, where you can get your book signed by some of the authors. Also, take the time to visit our sponsors' lounge, do lots of networking and, of couse... enjoy your lunch!

Although Assessment for Learning (AfL) is described as “informally monitoring progress” (Boyd et al, 2019), can we carry it out on the spur of the moment? Hardly! Planning how and when to collect evidence of learning is extremely important to succeed using this tool. In this workshop, we will talk about AfL, experiment with planning tools such as backward design, the four-dimensional feedback, and the use of rubrics, look at samples of portfolios, self-assessment, peer assessment, reflective diaries and (why not?) even tests. We will also look at inquiry-based learning and project-based learning and discuss why these active learning approaches work so well alongside AfL.

As you make your way to the next session, take the time to check out our sponsors' lounge and pay them a visit later today.

This presentation explores the symbiotic partnership between Colégio CEPAVI and Plataforma Bilíngue Cultura Inglesa, focusing on the pivotal role of Continuous Professional Development (CPD) in sustaining a bilingual program. Through case study analysis, we delve into specific CPD strategies, encompassing workshops, video lessons, individual sessions, and observation, aiming to enhance teaching quality and foster a dynamic bilingual learning environment. Our findings, supported by 2023 data, evaluate the tangible impact on teacher motivation and student performance, contributing valuable insights to the field.

Enjoy the small treat that Cultura Inglesa prepared for you with lots of love! Also, take the time to visit our sponsors' lounge, do lots of networking and, above all... have fun!

Discover the transformative impact of AI on education and writing skills. Join us in exploring the ethical use of AI tools for writing, critical thinking, and effective communication. Learn strategies to responsibly leverage AI and enhance students' learning journey. Our interactive session offers a step-by-step implementation guide and practical ideas for promoting ethical literacy. Leave with a valuable toolkit for immediate application in your educational and working context.

Thank you for participating in the CITC 2024!! As you prepare to put into practice all you have discussed in the Conference, please remember to download your Participant Certificate from the Sympla platform, and check out the courses available at Faculdade Cultura Inglesa to take your career to the next level in 2024. We wish you a great year ahead, full of learning, sharing and caring! See you at the CITC 2025!!