Conference Presentations

"Bringing Culture(s) to Life: Tech-enhanced Language Instruction," 2024 ACTFL Annual Convention, Philadelphia, PA,  November 23, 2024. (PDF)

"AI in the language classroom: A teacher's toolkit," 2024 OFLA Fall Mini Conference, Dublin, OH. October 5, 2024.  (PDF)

"ChatGPT in languages classes: Friend or foe?" 2024 OFLA Annual Convention, Columbus, OH, March 8, 2024. (PDF)

"Game-based Learning: Fun and Engagement in the World Language Class," 2022 ACTFL Convention,  Boston, MA, November 18, 2022.  (PDF)  Wordcloud with additional games

"Interactive Activities: Language Practice, Active Learning and Student Engagement," 2022 Central States Conference on the Teaching of Foreign Languages, Virtual Convention, March 5, 2022.  (PDF)

"Online or Hybrid Teaching: A Language Teacher's Toolkit," 2021 Central States Conference on the Teaching of Foreign Languages, Virtual Convention, March 12, 2021. (PDF)

“Escape Games: Language Proficiency, Active Learning, Collaboration, etc.,” 2020 ACTFL Virtual Convention, November 21, 2020. 

“Powerful Tech Tools: Promoting Proficiency in the Three Modes of Communication,” 2020 Central States Conference on the Teaching of Foreign Languages, Minneapolis, MN, March 14, 2020. Cancelled due to Covid-19 Pandemic.  

“Escape Rooms: Experiential Learning in the (French) College Classroom,” Educating the Whole Person: 2020 Learning and Teaching Forum, University of Dayton, Dayton, OH, January 7, 2020.

“Fun with Words: Vocabulary Activities for the World Language Classroom,” 2019 Central States Conference on the Teaching of Foreign Languages, Columbus, OH, March 15, 2019.

“Student-Centered Teaching: Empowering Today’s Learners,” Power and Vulnerability: 2019 Learning and Teaching Forum, University of Dayton, Dayton, OH, January 8, 2019. 

“iPads in Language Classes? Student Perceptions and Reactions,” 2018 Central States Conference on the Teaching of Foreign Languages, Milwaukee, WI, March 10, 2018. iPads in language classes PPT (PDF)

“iPads in Higher Education: Transforming Learning and Teaching,” Learning and Teaching Forum 2018, University of Dayton, Dayton, OH, January 8, 2018.

“It’s all Fun and Games in the World Language Class,” 2017 Central States Conference on the Teaching of Foreign Languages, Chicago, IL, March 11, 2017. It’s all fun and games PPT (PDF)

“Blended Learning: iPads in a Second Semester French Class,” ACTFL 2016, Boston, MA, November 18, 2016. iPads PPT (PDF)

“Providing Effective Feedback in the 21st Century Language Class: A Teacher’s Toolbox,” 2016 Central States Conference on the Teaching of Foreign Languages, Columbus, OH, March 12, 2016. Feedback PPT (PDF)

“Technology Contributions to Learning Grammar,” 2015 Central States Conference on the Teaching of Foreign Languages, Minneapolis, MN, March 14, 2015. Technology contributions PPT (PDF)

CSCTFL All Star Session: “iPads for Language Learning? Appsolutely,” 2015 Central States Conference on the Teaching of Foreign Languages, Minneapolis, MN, March 13, 2015. iPads PPT (PDF)

“Blended Learning and the Flipped Class: A Teacher’s Toolbox,” 2015 Central States Conference on the Teaching of Foreign Languages, Minneapolis, MN, March 13, 2015. Blended Learning PPT (PDF)

“Investigating how iPads can enhance learning,” E-Learning Innovations Day, University of Dayton, Dayton, OH, May 14, 2014.  PPT (PDF)

“iPads for Language Learning? Appsolutely,” 2014 Central States Conference on the Teaching of Foreign Languages, St. Louis, MO, March 21, 2014.  iPads for Language Learning PPT (PDF)

“Innovation in Language Instruction: Te(a)chnology – Where Teaching and Research Meet,” with Isabel Espinoza, David Hidalgo and Nicoletta Serenata, 2014 Central States Conference on the Teaching of Foreign Languages, St. Louis, MO, March 22, 2014.

“Speak to Learn Grammar,” with Isabel Espinoza, 2014 Central States Conference on the Teaching of Foreign Languages, St. Louis, MO, March 22, 2014.

“Think Outside the Class: (Multi-) Skills Practice with Cool Tech Tools,” 2013 Central States Conference on the Teaching of Foreign Languages, Columbus, OH, March 16, 2013.  Resources Handout (PDF)    PPT (PDF)

“Aligning Grammar and ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines,” with Isabel Espinoza, 2013 Central States Conference on the Teaching of Foreign Languages, Columbus, OH, March 16, 2013.

“How I use my iPad in French classes, for research and work,” Tablet Faculty Forum, University of Dayton, Dayton, OH, October 29, 2012.

“Blended Learning: Skills practice with Cool Technology,” Miami University Conference on the Teaching of Languages, West Chester, OH, October 12, 2012.

“Revisiting the role of grammar in the foreign language curriculum,” with Isabel Espinoza, OFLA 2012 Conference, Ohio Foreign Language Association, Columbus, OH, March 31, 2012.

“SLA informed principles to teach grammar,” with Isabel Espinoza, 2012 Central States Conference on the Teaching of Foreign Languages, Milwaukee, WI, March 9, 2012.

“Technology-enhanced activities designed to develop cultural and communicative competence,” with Isabel Espinoza, 2012 Central States Conference on the Teaching of Foreign Languages, Milwaukee, WI, March 9, 2012.

“Where Grammar meets Context: Problems with Subjects and Objects for Learners and Solutions through New Approaches in the Foreign Language Classroom,” The 31st Annual International Lilly Conference on College Teaching, Miami University, Oxford, OH, November 19, 2011.

“Some Ideas to Embed Technology in Language Teaching,” with Isabel Espinoza, Department of Languages Annual Retreat, University of Dayton, Dayton, OH, August, 19, 2011.

“Teaching Virtually with Elluminate Live!” with Jerry Timbrook, TechnoFair 2011,  University of Dayton, Dayton, OH, May 12, 2011.

“Using Elluminate in the Foreign Language Classroom,” Teaching Fellows, University of Dayton, Dayton, OH, March 8, 2011.

“Achievement of Enhanced Proficiency through an Online Course Delivery System: Assessment & Writing,” ACTFL 2010 Annual Convention and World Languages Expo, Boston, MA, November 20, 2010.

“The Syntax-Pragmatics Interface in Second Language Acquisition: Argument Realization in French and Spanish,” WSU Student Linguistics Colloquium, Wayne State University, April 9, 2010.

“Online Activities in Basic French Courses,” 100-level instructors meeting, Department of Languages, University of Dayton, Dayton, OH, September 21, 2009.

“Argument Realization in Second Language Acquisition of French and Spanish: A View from the Syntax-Pragmatics Interface,” 17th European Second Language Association Conference (EuroSLA 2007), Newcastle University, UK, September 2007.

Workshops

"Authentic Culture Without Travelling: Tech-enhanced Activities to Explore the World," 2025 OFLA Conference, Columbis, OH, April 3, 2025. (PDF)

"Teach like a Rockstar: AI Applications for the World Language Classroom," 2025 Central States Conference - Languages for All, Kansas City, MO, March 13, 2025. (PDF)

"Immerse Yourself in Culture: Hands-on Activities Using Authentic Materials," 2024 Central States Conference - Languages for All, Minneapolis, MN, March 16, 2024. (PDF) 

"Escape Rooms: Fun and Games in the World Language Classroom," 2022 Central States Conferencen on the Teaching of Foreign Languages, Virtual Covnvention, March 4, 2022.  (PDF)

"Digital Escape Rooms: Hands-on Virtual Fun in the Language Classroom," 2021 Central States Conference on the Teaching of Foreign Languages, Virtual Convention, March 13, 2021. (PDF)

“Collaborative E-Learning and Active Learning,” Department of Global Languages and Cultures Workshop, University of Dayton, Dayton, OH, August 3, 2020.  

“Structuring a course on Isidore,” Department of Global Languages and Cultures Workshop, University of Dayton, Dayton, OH, July 20, 2020. 

“Escape Rooms: Hands-on Fun in the World Language Classroom,” 2020 Central States Conference on the Teaching of Foreign Languages, Minneapolis, MN, March 12, 2020.  

“Flipgrid, Padlet, Popplet & Co.: Creative Applications and Fun Activities in World Language Classes,” 2019 Central States Conference on the Teaching of Foreign Languages, Columbus, OH, March 16, 2019.  

“Clear Touch Interactive – A How-To Guide,” Department of Global Languages and Cultures Annual Retreat, University of Dayton, Dayton, OH, August 20, 2018.

“iPad and Web 2.0 Mania: Tools for Language Proficiency,” 2018 Central States Conference on the Teaching of Foreign Languages, Milwaukee, WI, March 8, 2018. iPad and Web Mania PPT (PDF) iPad and Web Mania Handout (PDF)

“Focus on Language Proficiency: Free Technology in World Language Classes,” 2017 Central States Conference on the Teaching of Foreign Languages, Chicago, IL, March 9, 2017. Focus on Proficiency PPT (PDF)   Focus on Language Proficiency Handout (PDF)

“Technology for Foreign Language Teaching 101,” with Isabel Espinoza, Nicoletta Serenata, 2013 Central States Conference on the Teaching of Foreign Languages, Columbus, OH, March 15, 2013.

Invited Presentations

“Student and Faculty Perspectives through the Pandemic,” panelist at College Advisory Council Fall 2020 Meeting, University of Dayton, Dayton, OH, October 24, 2020.  

“Teaching & Teaching with Technology,” panelist at Adjunct Faculty Workshop, LTC, University of Dayton, Dayton, OH, February 8, 2020.

“Teaching Technology and the LTC Studio,” invited speaker at Teaching Fellows Program, University of Dayton, Dayton, OH, March 5, 2019.

“French Classes in the LTC Studio,” LTC Studio Fellows Program Wrap-Up, University of Dayton, Dayton, OH, December 5, 2018. 

“Promoting Interaction with Technology,” invited speaker in EDT 438 TESOL Practicum class, University of Dayton, Dayton, OH, February 2, 2018. 

“iPads in French Language Classes,” Department Show & Tell, University of Dayton, Dayton, OH, November 9, 2016.

“Department of Global Languages & Cultures Social Media,” Department of Global Languages & Cultures Annual Retreat, University of Dayton, Dayton, OH, August 19, 2016. 

“iPads for Language Learning? Appsolutely,” invited All Star Presentation at the 2015 Central States Conference on the Teaching of Foreign Languages, Minneapolis, MN, March 13, 2015. 

“Investigating how iPads can enhance learning,” invited speaker at E-Learning Innovations Day, Ryan C. Harris Learning Teaching Center, University of Dayton, May 14, 2014. 

“How I use my iPad in French classes, for research and work,” presented to a group of professors at the University of Dayton from various departments/schools; Tablet Faculty Forum, University of Dayton, Dayton, OH, October 29, 2012.

“Some Ideas to Embed Technology in Language Teaching,” with Isabel Espinoza, Department of Languages Annual Retreat, University of Dayton, Dayton, OH, August, 19, 2011. 

“Teaching Virtually with Elluminate Live!” with Jerry Timbrook, TechnoFair 2011,  University of Dayton, Dayton, OH, May 12, 2011. 

“Using Elluminate in the Foreign Language Classroom,” presented to a group of teaching fellows from various departments/schools at the University of Dayton; Teaching Fellows, University of Dayton, Dayton, OH, March 8, 2011. 

“The Syntax-Pragmatics Interface in Second Language Acquisition: Argument Realization in French and Spanish,” invited speaker at WSU Student Linguistics Colloquium, Wayne State University, April 9, 2010.

“Online Activities in Basic French Courses,” 100-level instructors meeting, Department of Languages, University of Dayton, Dayton, OH, September 21, 2009.