All sessions are scheduled at the Convention Center. The more teachers know about how the brain learns, the more instruction options become available to them. Increasing the number of brain-compatible instructional options increases the likelihood that successful learning will occur. This fun-shop emphasizes the importance of laughter and humor as motivators to improve the work environment and enhance bottom line results.
Participants become more aware of the potential for finding humor in their career and life.
Panel members trace the long and productive 'institutional career' of the University of Michigan English Language Institute. The focus will be on the diversity of ELI changes since phasing out the intensive course in 1987. This session demonstrates how to incorporate language education techniques with a focus on cooperative alternatives to violence towards people and the environment through Educating for Global Citizenship. Whether or not we intentionally transmit our personal beliefs to students, whenever we enter a classroom, we bring our faith and values with us. A breakout discussion will follow.