ACTFL Voices - The Future Speaks Through Us

ACTFL Voices

Welcome to ACTFL Voices: The Future Speaks Through Us—the podcast where the world of language education meets the leaders of tomorrow. If you’re a language enthusiast or interested in language learning, join the conversation.  In each monthly episode, we dive deep into the heart of the global classroom. We’re bringing together dedicated visionary educators to explore why language is the ultimate bridge-builder. We’ll discuss how multilingualism isn't just a skill, but a competitive edge in the global workforce, and how being a global citizen changes the way we see the world—and ourselves.  The world is changing, the conversation is evolving, and the future is speaking. Let's make sure we're listening.  ACTFL (https://www.actfl.org/) is the premiere organization for language educators everywhere, and leads the world in proficiency-driven learning, assessment and research.  Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

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  1. ACTFL Voices Podcast - S1E2 - I Am My Language - Roots Rhythm and Resistance - feat Dr. Hines-Gaither

    3日前

    ACTFL Voices Podcast - S1E2 - I Am My Language - Roots Rhythm and Resistance - feat Dr. Hines-Gaither

    Join us as we talk about language bias; job opportunities with in multilingualism; and linking language to culture and identity.Bio: Krishauna Hines-Gaither, Ph.D., is the Vice President for Strategic Initiatives and Partnerships at Mount Saint Mary’s University in Los Angeles. She taught Spanish and methods in higher education for almost two decades in North Carolina. She now resides in Los Angeles, CA. Her publications include two recent books: The Antiracist World Language Classroom (Routledge, 2023) and Mastering Spanish through Global Debate (Georgetown University Press, 2023). She has authored or contributed to over 7 books and published multiple articles. She is the 2026 President of ACTFL, the first African American woman to lead the association in 60 years since its founding in 1967. In 2022, she co-chaired and launched ACTFL’s inaugural Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee. She is the Past Chair of ACTFL’s African American Students Special Interest Group. She is Past President of Fostering Language Acquisition in North Carolina (FLANC). As FLANC President, she helped to organize the state’s first North Carolina Summit on Foreign Languages and Cultures. FLANC named her the Higher Education Teacher of the Year. She was awarded the 2024 Woman of the Year by the Los Angeles County Commission for Women and Board of Supervisors. She was granted the 2024 Trailblazer Hall of Fame Award by the California Black Women’s Collective Empowerment Institute. Spectrum News named her a Voice for Change for her contributions to a more inclusive society. Dr. Hines-Gaither's ACTFL Presidential platform is I Am My Language: Roots, Rhythm and Resistance. Of all of her accomplishments, her greatest achievement is being the mother to her super talented 11-year old son, Giovanni, and wife to Julian. Instagram: @cupofdiversity www.hinesgaitherconsulting.com www.actfl.org Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

    47 分鐘
  2. ACTFL Voices Podcast - S1E1 - Cracking the Code -  Simple Shifts to Student Engagement - feat Leslie Grahn

    1月14日

    ACTFL Voices Podcast - S1E1 - Cracking the Code - Simple Shifts to Student Engagement - feat Leslie Grahn

    In our inaugural episode of ACTFL Voices, we’re diving straight into one of the most pressing challenges in today’s language classroom: the engagement gap. From student work refusal to the quiet hum of disengagement, many educators are finding that the "old reliable" methods aren't quite clicking with Generation Z.  Join us as we sit down with renowned educator Leslie Grahn to unpack why traditional hooks are falling flat and how we can pivot our approach. Leslie shares her latest insights from the field, offering a fresh perspective on the Gen Z mindset.  _____________________ Bio Leslie Grahn has twenty-seven years of language teaching experience at the middle and high school levels and twelve years of experience at the central office level, most recently as Coordinator of World Languages for the Howard County Public School System in Maryland. Leslie is a frequent presenter at state, regional, and national conferences, specializing in best practices. She curates and creates resources to support language teaching and learning and shares them through her website (www.grahnforlang.com) and on Pinterest (grahnforlang). Leslie is the co-author of The Keys to Strategies for Language Instruction and has served on the boards of NECTFL, NADSFL and ACTFL. Cracking the Code resources: https://bit.ly/CrackCodeGrahn Leslie's website: https://www.grahnforlang.com/ Leslie's Pinterest boards: https://www.pinterest.com/grahnforlang/ Please visit: www.ACTFL.org for more information about ACTFL. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

    39 分鐘

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Welcome to ACTFL Voices: The Future Speaks Through Us—the podcast where the world of language education meets the leaders of tomorrow. If you’re a language enthusiast or interested in language learning, join the conversation.  In each monthly episode, we dive deep into the heart of the global classroom. We’re bringing together dedicated visionary educators to explore why language is the ultimate bridge-builder. We’ll discuss how multilingualism isn't just a skill, but a competitive edge in the global workforce, and how being a global citizen changes the way we see the world—and ourselves.  The world is changing, the conversation is evolving, and the future is speaking. Let's make sure we're listening.  ACTFL (https://www.actfl.org/) is the premiere organization for language educators everywhere, and leads the world in proficiency-driven learning, assessment and research.  Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.