Description:

In this workshop, language teachers will learn how to effectively differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of their language learners. Participants will also explore strategies for creating an inclusive and culturally responsive classroom that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion, Justice and Belonging (DEIJB). Teachers will have a toolkit of practical ideas and resources to support all learners in their language classroom.

Objectives:

1.  Understand differentiation from the lense of supporting students as well as extending their skills.
2. Gain tools for differentiating based on instruction (teacher focused) and readiness and interest (student focused)
3. Create a Culturally Responsive Classroom that provides opportunities for windows into other cultures and mirrors where students see their own lived experiences.

Presented by:

Joshua Cabral has been teaching French and Spanish for 27 years.  He regularly presents workshops on language proficiency and cultural competence at state, regional and national conferences.  Joshua has done extensive graduate work in Applied Linguistics and Instructional Coaching.  He consults with schools and districts throughout the USA working toward building and improving proficiency-based programs. Joshua is passionate about access to education and also works closely with schools in Haiti and Nicaragua where he travels to work with teachers and students.  He is also the host of the World Language Classroom Podcast.