Everybody Loves Languages ELL Technologies

Impact and Influence: Motivational Tools for Millennial Teachers and Gen Z
This presentation will be conducted with the goal of providing insight and specific applicable action steps to teachers of Gen Z as it relates to motivation in the classroom. While the presentation will be tailored more towards Millennial educators, it is highly recommended that teachers of other generations attend as well, as this presentation will provide a plethora of information on how the generational differences play out in the classroom and can help bridge the dynamic generational gap. At the end of the seminar, teachers will be free to ask questions that pertain to their individual circumstances.

Event held on: Thursday, September 23, 2021, from 4 to 5 pm EDT.

To watch the recording, go to https://www.elltechnologies.com/gen-z-and-millennials-in-the-language-classroom/ 

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Authentic Resources: Using Film, Theatre, and Original Art to Deliver Comprehensible Input
In this session, the presenter will explore methods of utilizing authentic resources in the forms of movies, art, and plays to create compelling and comprehensible input in the classroom. Additionally, the presenter will illustrate how to incorporate the 5 C’s while maintaining a high level of student interest:


Critical Thinking & Problem-Solving
Communication
Collaboration
Citizenship (global and local)
Creativity & Innovation



Event held on: Thursday, August 26, 2021, from 2 to 3 pm EDT.

To watch the recording, go to https://www.elltechnologies.com/home/resources/events/webinar-2021-august/ 

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Cultivating Motivation for Diverse Language Learners
Have you struggled with student motivation in your language classroom?

We have found that motivation can be cultivated through relationships and classroom community building.

In this dynamic presentation, we:


Share strategies that you can employ to enhance your connection to your diverse group of language learners.
Suggest language activities to increase student engagement and interest.
Share tools that you can use in your language classroom to elevate commitment and foster connections.
And much more!

Event held on: Thursday, July 15, 2021, from 2 to 3 pm EDT.

To watch the recording, go to https://www.elltechnologies.com/home/resources/events/cultivating-motivation-for-diverse-language-learners/

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Teaching Different Age Groups Online

Not only does teaching different age groups present unique challenges but doing so online, brings forth a whole different dimension!

In this interactive session we will:


discuss the importance of being able to relate to what is going on in your students’ worlds according to their age group;
learn how to look back at when we were their age and wonder what appealed to us then, and if it will still resonate with them today;
look at ways to effectively engage the age groups you are teaching by keeping your lessons meaningful, relatable and above all… fun!

Event held on: Wednesday, June 9, 2021, from 1 to 2 pm EST.

To watch the recording, go to https://www.elltechnologies.com/home/resources/events/teaching-different-age-groups-online/

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Keeping Connected: Leveraging Body Language as your Virtual Superpower

Zoom fatigue is real… and engaging both in-person and virtual participants during meetings can be a challenge.

Discover how to use body language as a superpower to elevate your communication and increase productivity.

This presentation will cover the must-haves when virtually communicating and provide you with tips and tricks for reading and engaging students online.

In this session you will learn:


How to make eye contact (especially when there are 20+ faces on your screen)
How to make a great virtual and digital-first impression!
The video technique Chris Hemsworth, Jennifer Aniston, and Matthew McConaughey have mastered to enhance their video charisma and build trust
How to give appropriate space virtually while making sure you have the right angle
Lighting, background, & sound equipment needed to get the job done

Event held on: Thursday, May 13, 2021, from 9 to 10 am EST.



To watch the recording, go to https://www.elltechnologies.com/home/resources/events/keeping-connected-leveraging-body-language-as-your-virtual-superpower/

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Inspiring Apprentices: The Master Teacher’s Toolbox
As teachers, the goal of our lessons should be more than conjugating verbs, learning vocabulary and knowing the content. Ideally, we want our students to be able to use what they have learned and apply it in new settings.

As language teachers, we want our students to be able to communicate with others to understand and be understood in their new language.

In this workshop, we will consider the apprenticeship model and its applications to our teaching, and explore some tools of the masters to help make your learning stick, as you help your students progress along the continuum from beginner to expert communicators.

Event held on: Thursday, March 11, 2021, from 4 to 5 pm EST.

Many attendees asked about a tool that students can use to practice their speaking skills. You can test our proprietary tool Speak2Me here, where students can simulate a conversation with Lucy, our avatar. If you would like to learn more about this tool and how you can bring it to your students, let’s connect! Send us a message here.



This video contains a clip of the movie Fantasia by Disney. If you’re not familiar with the 1940 animation, watch the clips beforehand here:

Part 1: Fantasia Part I

Part 2: Fantasia Part II

Part 3: Fantasia Part III