CLIC Workshop for Language Teachers
Saturday, May 2, 2026
Join us to review best practices of Community-Based Language Learning (CBLL), a community-engaged pedagogy that enriches L2 learning outcomes and deepens the exploration of local communities and social issues. Participants will receive an overview of the theoretical framework and then we will expand on the following topics:
1. How should I assess and build critical reflection in CBLL? We will explore models of formative and summative assessments and discuss what research indicates as the most supportive pathways for opportunities in transformative learning. Participants will create a multimodal structured reflection activity based on a community interaction.
2. How may I deepen conversations about local communities and social issues? Expand your strategies on how to integrate social issues into your curriculum. Have you considered the Social Determinants of Health (World Health Organization) or the Sustainable Development Goals (United Nations)?
As we enter America’s 250th anniversary year, your school might be planning celebrations—so research indicating that community engagement builds belonging and civic identity might be a useful resource. Participants will workshop how to adapt lesson plans to include local places and issues.
This year's workshop presenter is Joan Clifford, Ph.D., from the Department of Romance Studies at Duke University
Lunch Session with Jessica Y. Morones-Patel
Connecting Classrooms and Communities: An Experiential Language Learning Practicum
This presentation examines the design, implementation, and evaluation of an interdisciplinary language practicum grounded in experiential learning that integrates internships into the language classroom. Designed for students from a wide range of academic disciplines, the course has established partnerships with a diverse network of organizations, including nonprofits, private firms, companies, and educational institutions, where students use Spanish in professional contexts.
The session focuses on how these partnerships are identified and developed to support meaningful learning experiences. It also outlines the process of recruiting partners, aligning student placements with their academic and professional interests, and integrating these experiences into the curriculum through guided tasks and reflections. The presentation concludes with practical strategies for designing experiential learning opportunities and sustaining community partnerships.
Workshop Registration
Registration Type |
Dates |
Price |
|---|---|---|
Early |
April 1 - April 11 |
$50 |
Regular |
April 12 - April 30 |
$60 |
Late |
May 1 - May 2 |
$70 |