ACTFL is a membership organization of more than 12,500 foreign language educators and administrators from elementary through graduate education, as well as government and industry.
Since its founding, ACTFL has become synonymous with innovation, quality, and reliability in meeting the changing needs of foreign language educators and their students. From the development of Proficiency Guidelines, to its leadership role in the creation of national standards, ACTFL focuses on issues that are critical to the growth of both the profession and the individual teacher.
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ACTFL and its affiliated organizations represent the educators who are committed to building language proficiency from pre-kindergarten students through adult learners. We provide advocacy, professional development opportunities, resources and opportunities for members to interact and share ideas and experiences.
Mission: To provide vision, leadership and support for quality teaching and learning of languages.
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The deadline to apply for ACTFL's Stipend Award Program is only six days away!
The program aims to help first-time attendees, BIPOC, new teachers, and students attend the #ACTFL20 convention by offsetting expenses. To learn more and apply, visit:
https://bit.ly/3gz2TU7
Are you planning on attending an ACTFL Convention for the first time?
The following ACTFL SIGs are pleased to offer three $100 first-time attendee stipends to their members to attend the #ACTFL20 Virtual Convention!
Members check your email for info on how to apply. Due by 9/16.
Language Testing International
The ACTFL Center for Assessment, Research and Development and LTI are pleased to invite you to tomorrow’s free webinar on the ACTFL Proficiency Placement Test (APPT). Register here to learn more about this tool developed specifically for the placement of Higher Ed language students: http://ow.ly/z1TT50Bl9Ql
How can world language educators help prepare students to be "workforce- and world-ready?"
Pamela Mastalski Delfosse discusses how in the latest issue of The Language Educator. Read the Summer issue at: https://bit.ly/2QNKo3w
#TuesdayTLE #langchat
As we enter a new and difficult school year, be reminded that just as you do not ask for perfection from your students, you do not need to ask for perfection from yourself. #mondaymotivation
Why attend #ACTFL20 Virtual?
Attendees will be able to chat and network with colleagues and peers!
For early-bird rates, be sure to register before September 16 at: https://bit.ly/33dZWow
Please note that ACTFL will be closed on Friday, September 4th until September 7th in observance of Labor Day. Our offices will open again on Tuesday, September 8.
Enjoy your holiday weekend!
You can help shape the 2021 ACTFL Convention — volunteer as a Convention proposal reviewer!
Applications are due by December 13, 2020. Log into the Volunteer Portal and learn more: https://bit.ly/31WTH7A
The issue you have been waiting for is now available online and on your #TLE app! We've included resources for online teaching and learning, six focus topic articles on employability skills enhanced by #language, and so much more.
Read it online at: https://bit.ly/2QNKo3w
The ACTFL 2020 Virtual Online Convention Program is now available!
Find hundreds of sessions, electronic posters, roundtables, practice-oriented and research-oriented papers, and exhibitor workshops available at #ACTFL20 in November!
Visit: https://bit.ly/2DjocuV
ACTFL members, we heard you!
You will still have access to remote learning and teaching resources through the end of the year. Not a current member? A limited number of materials will remain open for your use. Go to: https://bit.ly/3iC5zCn
Visit our special resources pages from this menu for information related to current events. (Teaching and Learning Remotely was formerly resources related to COVID-19)
Participate and engage!
At #ACTFL20 Virtual, attendees will be able to chat with live presenters and company representatives during simulive sessions and exhibitor workshops.
For early-bird rates, be sure to register before September 16 at: https://bit.ly/33dZWow
ACTFL is inviting individuals to apply to become program reviewers.
Program reviewers are educated to examine the reports submitted by institutions seeking CAEP recognition of their language teacher education programs through ACTFL. To apply, go to:
https://bit.ly/341tw0P
Are you planning on attending an ACTFL Convention for the first time?
The following ACTFL SIGs are pleased to offer three $100 first-time attendee stipends to their members to attend the #ACTFL20 Virtual Convention!
According to a recent survey, a majority of Americans—nearly 60%—support increased funding for language education.
https://bit.ly/2QBGL0F
Countries like China realize that to beat America, their students need to know more than just one language.
Have you registered for #ACTFL20 Virtual yet?
Register before September 16 for discounted rates and to be entered in to win a prize! Prizes include one-year basic memberships, a pair of noise-canceling headphones, and more!
To register, go to: https://bit.ly/33dZWow
In the upcoming August/September issue of The Language Educator, we have a special section dedicated to teaching and learning remotely, including tips for reducing learner anxiety, online course design, and more!
Stay tuned for this important issue, coming to your desktop soon! #TuesdayTLE
Lead with Languages
Congrats to the 2020 Class of Lead with Languages Teacher Scholars! 🎉🙌
The Lead with Languages Teacher Scholarship Program awards merit-based funding to graduating high school seniors committed to pursuing the #language teaching profession! Visit: https://bit.ly/34wmOjZ
From perceptual experiences to cultural biases, the #languages we speak can impact the way we understand the world.
https://bit.ly/31bhIY1
You might be lying, but only in one language
If you're a student curious about the language education profession, #ACTFL20 is the place to be! Best of all we're sponsoring a Stipend Award program to help you offset registration costs.
For early-bird rates, be sure to register before September 16 at: https://bit.ly/33dZWow
Download ACTFL Connect and take advantage of all that your membership has to offer! Access resources, connect with peers and stay informed on the latest ACTFL news all from one convenient app. Go to
https://bit.ly/2EG6vpD for more information.
Whether your students are learning at school or at home this year, these free printable world #language labels help create a word-rich environment for your students. For Spanish, French, German or fill in your own labels, go to:
https://bit.ly/3ghKZ7T
#langchat #wlteach
Spanish, French, German, or fill in your own language!
While educators face enormous pressure caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, ACTFL is here to support teachers and learners along the way. As classes resume, here are five recommendations we’re making in support of the language education community.
Read the full statement here: https://bit.ly/3gf0jCf
The latest issue of #FLA includes lots of fantastic research on distance learning and online language teaching. Check it out! #FLAFriday
https://bit.ly/2NLrzfN
Click on the title to browse this issue
At #ACTFL20 Virtual you'll be able to enter an Exhibitor module to visit with any exhibitor!
For early-bird rates, be sure to register before September 16 at: https://bit.ly/33dZWow
#langchat #LanguageConnects
Want to join us on November 20-22 for #ACTFL20 Virtual?
Make your case to attend! We even provide a sample letter you can send to your administrator.
https://bit.ly/2PQkg7t
Good news: Indigenous #language revitalization and preservation projects are continuing and in many cases expanding under quarantine.
https://bit.ly/3gNBizf
A number of language revitalization professionals report that their projects are not just continuing under quarantine—they’re expanding.
#ACTFL20 virtual means you don't have to rush to your next session or make compromises!
For early-bird rates, be sure to register before September 16 at: https://bit.ly/33dZWow
ACTFL workshops and coaching are going virtual! Restructure the way you conduct #PD this fall with shorter, but more frequent virtual workshops. Identify the area for your departmental focus and contact ACTFL to customize your plan.
Go to https://bit.ly/31BViyk to learn more!
ACTFL is grateful to the participants, presenters and facilitators who shared their time and talent to learn together this summer as part of the Summer Learning Series. With participants joining from all around the world and across our country, many of whom continued through all four weeks of the series, the conversations and collaboration were very meaningful. Leaders in our field shared their expertise guiding educators through several of the Core Practices in an engaging format where participants would Learn about a topic as a full group, then Explore in more depth with small breakout groups and facilitators based on grade levels and finally Apply new learning by completing a task and receiving feedback.
Special thanks to all of the Presenters who shared resources, research and ideas : Leslie Grahn and Rebecca Blouwolf, Paul Sandrock and Rebecca Aubrey, Donna Clementi and Sun Burford, and finally Greta Lundgaard and Mike Travers. We greatly appreciate the Facilitators who made the work together collaborative within the breakout groups: Dorie Conlon Perugini, Kelly Guzik, Tonja Byrom, Lea Graner Kennedy, María Cristina Rodríguez-Villa, Lyanne Terada, Kristin Davin, Kevin Gaugler, Katrina Griffin, Katy Arnett, and Victoria Gilbert. 🤗
Calling all current and past SIG Officers! 📣
We’re looking to revise and update the current SIG Officer descriptions and Officer duties and need your help! Volunteer and help us improve our SIG Officer guidelines. The deadline to apply is August 12. https://bit.ly/30HOxLZ
Wondering how to address issues of race, diversity, and social justice in class? We've compiled a list of resources for language educators.
Go to: https://bit.ly/2ZNwylU
It's finally here!
The ACTFL Connect app is available for both iOS and Android. Connect with language educators and get access to all things ACTFL in one convenient app! Download it now and get started. 📱
https://bit.ly/2EG6vpD
#ACTFL20 virtual means hundreds of educational sessions will be available to you until the end of the year!
For early-bird rates, be sure to register before September 16 at: https://bit.ly/33dZWow
#langchat #LanguageConnects
ACTFL has extended access to the following publications for members through August 31!
https://bit.ly/3hcMHsN
(Words & Actions will be available to everyone.) #langchat
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Join us November 22-24 in Washington D.C. for the #ACTFL19 convention to hear and learn from language educators around the globe! To learn more, visit https://bit.ly/29lJTM9
It takes an #AAPPL village! We are so grateful to the development and production teams. AAPPL 2.0 is available today!
"My university offers up to about 85 languages, but this was like, insane. Good insane. I loved it." Don't take our word for it -- listen to our attendees! Register for #ACTFL18: http://bit.ly/2ehmPwi
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"My university offers up to about 85 languages, but this was like, insane. Good insane. I loved it." Don't take our word for it -- listen to our attendees! Register for #ACTFL18: http://bit.ly/2ehmPwi
"This is where we get to be nerdy language people together, and that's invaluable." Don't take our word for it -- listen to our attendees! Register for #ACTFL18: http://bit.ly/2ehmPwi
"This is where we get to be nerdy language people together, and that's invaluable." Don't take our word for it -- listen to our attendees! Register for #ACTFL18: http://bit.ly/2ehmPwi
"My university offers up to about 85 languages, but this was like, insane. Good insane. I loved it." Don't take our word for it -- listen to our attendees! Register for #ACTFL18: http://bit.ly/2ehmPwi
We love getting your holiday cards. Merry holidays and happy new year!
Weekend plans include final proofing of the newest addition to our Keys collection: The Keys to Strategies for Language Instruction by Leslie Grahn and Dave McAlpine.
Look what came in today! If you pre-ordered "While We're on the Topic: BVP on Language, Acquisition, and Classroom Practice," expect your copy in 5-10 days. Or order now: http://bit.ly/2w6NwvG
Caitlin, a college student, leads with French so that she'll be prepared to get her dream job - working for UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency. How do your students #leadwithlanguages? http://www.leadwithlanguages.org/success-stories/students/
Concordia Language Villages is awarding 25 $1,000 Lead with Languages scholarships to students ages 8-18 to attend a summer youth immersion program in Minnesota this summer. 15 different languages are available! Please share with your colleagues and students. Apply by April 15: http://www.leadwithlanguages.org/2017/03/08/lead-languages-scholarship/
Professionals use their language skills to better understand the people around them. How do you Lead with Languages? www.leadwithlanguages.org
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