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Dr. Celia Zamora, Director of Professional Learning and Certification at ACTFL
Dr. Celia Zamora, Director of Professional Learning and Certification at ACTFL
Dr. Celia Chomón Zamora, CAE currently serves as ACTFL’s Director of Professional Learning and Certification. Dr. Zamora has served the language education community since 2005, where she has worked as a K-12 language teacher and administrator in public and private school settings, a postsecondary language program instructor, assistant director, Quality Assurance Senior Manager, and researcher. The daughter of first-generation immigrants from Venezuela and Cuba, Dr. Zamora is a passionate advocate of heritage language learners. She currently serves as a scholar for the Diversity Executive Leadership Program (DELP), a Chairwoman for the Events and Relationship Committee of Association Latinos, a member of ASAE’s Research Foundation Committee and the Chairwoman of the CAE Registered Provider Committee and was recently recognized as one of the Top 30 Rising Latinos by Latino Professionals, as well as Association Forum’s 40 Under 40.
Empowering Voices, Embracing Identities: Navigating the Future of Chinese Language Education
Empowering Voices, Embracing Identities: Navigating the Future of Chinese Language Education
In a world rapidly adapting to post-pandemic realities, the field of Chinese language education stands at a pivotal crossroads. This keynote address explores the vibrant future of this discipline, focusing on the empowerment of educators and the celebration of student identities. It delves into the transformative power of Chinese language teaching as a conduit for cultural expression and personal identity, emphasizing the creation of inclusive learning environments that respect and celebrate the diverse backgrounds of each student.
The address highlights innovative teaching strategies that align with the evolving educational landscape, supporting professional growth and resilience among educators. It emphasizes the integration of cultural insights in language instruction, transforming each lesson into an exploration of Chinese culture and a reflection of students' own stories.
Facing the challenges of the post-pandemic era, this keynote offers insights on transforming obstacles into opportunities for enriching the educational experience. It envisions a future where teaching and learning the Chinese language transcends academic pursuit, evolving into a journey of cultural discovery and mutual empowerment for educators and students alike.
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