ESLC2025ONTHEMOVE: Full Schedule

10:15am MDT

Concurrent Session A5: Taking English Language Learning Outside

Saturday May 10, 2025 10:15am - 11:30am MDT

Discover the transformative power of place-based learning in rural and urban outdoor settings. This session explores how the outdoors can serve as an engaging English language classroom, enhancing learning through real-world experiences. Participants will learn to integrate visual journaling – a powerful tool that combines observation and creativity to deepen language acquisition and foster a connection with the environment.

Speakers

Aurelia Aiello

Aurelia is an EAL (English as an Additional Language) Consultant at the Calgary Catholic School District. She specializes in the English Language Development Sheltered Instruction Course, focusing on division 2 and 3 students. Aurelia is dedicated to enhancing language acquisition... Read More →

Deena Alexander

Deena is an EAL (English as an Additional Language) Consultant at the Calgary Catholic School District. She specializes in supporting English development and teaching in division 2 classrooms. Deena is committed to fostering language proficiency and academic achievement through tailored... Read More →

Saturday May 10, 2025 10:15am - 11:30am MDT
Inverness

Breakout

Audience Div. I - Div. III (Grades 1-9)