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.

This session aims to guide educators in redefining their approach to classroom assessment beyond traditional instruments. Participants will be equipped with tools and insights for immediate application in their educational settings for the effective implementation of formative assessment. Join us for this hands-on moment and leave better prepared to foster a more dynamic and learner-centered approach to assessment.

In this minicourse, we will examine the different bilingual teaching models first proposed by Garcia (2008) and what insights from these models we can use in language teaching programs. Participants will explore Garcia's framework, gaining an understanding of the different models that underpin bilingual education initiatives. 

In this workshop we will revisit the CLIL approach and how it is reflected in some of the courses we offer in our Plataforma Bilíngue Cultura Inglesa. We will also have the chance to reflect on a few successful practices implemented in some of our partner schools.

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Critical Thinking, Creativity and Assessment are generally presented within a separate session, when given aspects or specifics of each of these topics can be exploited and discussed. Nevertheless, the learning process involves and incorporates the development of all skills and competencies whereas the delivery of our classes embodies our teaching style and beliefs. During this session, we will have some opportunities to reflect on whether our choice of activities is determined by students’ needs/performance or if it is influenced by our own style of teaching.

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!

Mediation enables students to co-construct meaning and go beyond simple transmission of messages. However, our coursebooks do not help us fully explore this mode of communication. This talk aims at enabling teachers to adapt and create materials and classroom resources that really help learners develop ideas through "languaging", that is, talking the idea through and hence articulating the thoughts.

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In this workshop, participants will investigate aspects of PBL’s student-centered, real-world approach, using the projects run at Escola Paulista (SP) - Plataforma Bilíngue in 2023 as examples. Learn practical success criteria for planning, create projects based on case studies, and discuss common challenges. Come and explore the possibilities of working with more authentic and engaging tasks in the classroom.

This workshop aims to introduce thinking routines as an effective scaffolding strategy for teaching in a bilingual context. Thinking routines encompass a series of structured procedures designed to aid learners in (a) organizing their thought processes, (b) comprehending subject matter, and (c) cultivating habitual modes of thinking. When applied in classes teaching an additional language, these routines additionally serve as (d) a scaffold for understanding and producing the target language. During the workshop, participants will engage with videos showcasing learners in additional language settings employing various thinking routines. They will also explore a selection of these routines and assess their practical application and effectiveness.

The digital age has transformed the way we teach and learn, so incorporating digital tools into education can significantly increase student engagement, collaboration and personalised learning experiences. In this workshop, participants will explore the rationale behind incorporating some digital resources, such as interactive platforms, collaborative tools, and multimedia resources, delving into their impact on the teaching-learning process.

This session explores the implementation of an English as a Medium of Instruction (EMI) project in a Brazilian Technology college as part of internationalisation efforts. Focusing on a Marketing-Branding elective, it addresses the professor's role, language challenges, expected linguistic production from students, support needs, and the role of an English language teacher in the EMI framework. The session concludes with an analysis of project outcomes and reflections on career opportunities amid EMI growth in Brazil's tertiary segment.

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.

The corpus is often thought of as a complex electronic tool which may not be user-friendly enough for teachers and students. In this demystifying talk, participants will be equipped with practical tips on how to use corpora to devise more meaningful lesson plans and tasks, thus assisting their students in becoming more linguistically-aware speakers of English.

In my session, I intend to bring the best practices I have collected over 20 years of experience both in my groups and those of my mentees. These practices have proven to be fundamental before planning the steps of a lesson. They have shown that there is more to teaching than techniques, games, skills and strategies. 

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!

In this session, we will talk about the different paths ELT professionals can follow for professional development. We will discuss ways of improving one's praxis and how associations such as BRAZ-TESOL can help teachers in this endeavor.

This talk analyses the feasibility of Google Sites on helping to straighten the relationship between relatives and teachers and observing the impacts on learners' engagement and performance based on evidence collected throughout the semester with teenager groups.

This is a concise workshop focusing on cultivating impactful connections with learners. Delve into strategies for inclusive teaching, accommodating diverse learning styles, and integrating technology. Explore methods to create a transformative learning environment, fostering lasting academic and personal development. Ideal for educators aiming to elevate their teaching practices and make enduring positive impacts on their students' educational journey.

This talk aims to provide language educators with research-informed knowledge, teaching strategies, and ideas for curriculum development in the teaching of the English Language in the 21st century. Given the increasing effects of globalisation and capitalism in our lives, it is crucial that educators provide our learners with a meaningful, practical curriculum that addresses their needs in a fast-paced world.

Explore reflections and strategies to use music as a catalyst for developing essential skills in students while promoting social awareness, empowerment and equality. 

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.

The aim of this talk is to share the findings of an ongoing action research which focuses on investigating the impact of using technological tools such as Spotify, Quizlet and Google for Education tools to build rapport and group cohesiveness with teenage and adult learners.

This talk explores simple yet powerful ways you can be creative with your coursebook. We will look at 5 different coursebook activities and how they can be used as is or as inspiration for your lessons. These activities cover a range of moments reading, listening, controlled and freer practice moments, writing, and self-assessment.

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!!