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Saturday, March 8th, 2025
Cataldo Hall Globe Room at Gonzaga University

We hope to see you there!
Thank you to our Silver Sponsor: Data Recognition Corp. (DRC) / LAS Links

Registration Prices: 
  • $75 - February 28th to March 8th
  • $25 - Student with discount code (Contact us if you have questions or need the code.)

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Saturday, March 8
 

10:30am PST

ChatGPT: Friend, Not Foe
Saturday March 8, 2025 10:30am - 11:15am PST
Jepson 111
This presentation offers practical lesson plans and teaching ideas for those interested in incorporating ChatGPT into the language-learning classroom, with a particular focus on writing, vocabulary, and critical thinking.
Presenters
avatar for Audra Lord

Audra Lord

ELCAP Faculty, Highline College
Audra Lord is a tenure-track ESOL instructor at Highline College (Des Moines, WA).. Previously, she served as Academic Director of ALPS Language School in Seattle, where she designed curricula, supported and trained teachers, and taught all levels of ESOL. Other highlights: serving... Read More →
Saturday March 8, 2025 10:30am - 11:15am PST
Jepson 111
  Technology

1:15pm PST

AI As Teaching Assistant: Working Smarter, Not Harder
Saturday March 8, 2025 1:15pm - 2:00pm PST
Jepson 123
Learn to use AI tools as your teaching assistant to create differentiated materials, provide targeted feedback, and adapt content for various proficiency levels. This hands-on workshop provides practical strategies for reducing teacher workload while maintaining instructional quality.
Presenters
avatar for David Herman

David Herman

Clinical Assistant Professor of ESOL/Bilingual Education, University of Florida
Spokane native, David Herman, Ph.D., received his MA in ESOL from EWU and Ph.D. in Language, Literacy, and Technology from WSU. He currently works as Clinical Assistant Professor of ESOL/Bilingual Education at the University of Florida's College of Education where he teaches in the... Read More →
Saturday March 8, 2025 1:15pm - 2:00pm PST
Jepson 123
  Technology

2:15pm PST

Creating Audio and Video Resources with AI Tools
Saturday March 8, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm PST
Jepson 108
Discover how to create engaging audio and video resources for teaching English using AI tools. This hands-on workshop will empower educators to design personalized materials that enhance learning while exploring practical applications and ethical considerations of AI in education.
Presenters
avatar for Geraldine Werts

Geraldine Werts

Instructional Designer, Educator, TESOLCREATIONS LLC
Geraldine W., founder of TESOLCREATIONS LLC, graduated with an MA in Education, an MA in English Language, and a BA in English Language. With 10+ years of experience, she has taught in the Philippines (Ateneo), Japan (JET Program), and Seattle Colleges. She was also a Fulbright FLTA... Read More →
Saturday March 8, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm PST
Jepson 108
  Technology

3:15pm PST

Building Digital Confidence with BurlingtonEnglish
Saturday March 8, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm PST
Jepson 124 BurlingtonEnglish Room
In this session, we will explore how BurlingtonEnglish immerses students in a complete digital experience with standards-based, teacher-led instruction to develop English proficiency while integrating essential digital literacy skills that learners need to achieve success in a digital world.
Presenters
avatar for Mara Schwartz

Mara Schwartz

Customer Manager, BurlingtonEnglish
Mara graduated from the University of Wisconsin with a B.A. in Spanish and certificates in TESOL and Global Cultures. She taught for six years in Boston Public Schools, focusing on upper elementary English. Passionate about empowering students, Mara moved to Seattle in 2021 to pursue... Read More →
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avatar for Mara Schwartz

Mara Schwartz

Customer Manager, BurlingtonEnglish
Mara graduated from the University of Wisconsin with a B.A. in Spanish and certificates in TESOL and Global Cultures. She taught for six years in Boston Public Schools, focusing on upper elementary English. Passionate about empowering students, Mara moved to Seattle in 2021 to pursue... Read More →
Saturday March 8, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm PST
Jepson 124 BurlingtonEnglish Room
  Technology

3:15pm PST

Quick AI-Powered Strategies for ML Classroom Success
Saturday March 8, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm PST
Jepson 123
Discover how AI tools like ChatGPT can transform your teaching! This session equips educators with quick strategies to build background knowledge, vocabulary, and oral language opportunities for multilingual learners. Leave with practical ideas and tools for your tier 1 classrooms.
Presenters
avatar for Bridget Clark

Bridget Clark

K-6 ML Instructional Coach, Eastmont School District
Bridget Clark is an ML instructional coach with a background as both a classroom and ML teacher. She specializes in aligning ML instruction with tier 1 practices by designing resources along a structured Support Continuum. Bridget is passionate about integrating technology, such as... Read More →
Saturday March 8, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm PST
Jepson 123
  Technology

3:15pm PST

Selecting Web 2.0 Tools for ESL Classroom Engagement
Saturday March 8, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm PST
Jepson 109
This session introduces a practical framework for selecting Web 2.0 tools in ESL based on task engagement facilitators. Learn how to evaluate tools like Kahoot and Padlet for authenticity, interest, and interaction, and discover strategies to enhance learner engagement and language acquisition.
Presenters
avatar for Wayan Yana

Wayan Yana

English Teacher, Washington State University
Wayan Yana is an English teacher and researcher pursuing a Ph.D. in Language, Literacy, and Technology at Washington State University. With a strong interest in integrating technology into language learning, his research focuses on enhancing learner engagement through Web 2.0 tools... Read More →
Saturday March 8, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm PST
Jepson 109
  Technology
 
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