A research study measuring language training and settlement success from Macquarie University and La Trobe University in Australia. This study was designed to provide an in-depth understanding of the communication and interaction patterns of new arrivals in order to optimise language instruction during the critical early phase of settlement.
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Learning English with CBC
Learning English with CBC offers opportunities to practice (CLB 4-6): Grammar Vocabulary Pronunciation Comprehension of spoken English Practice with intuitive online tools which give instant feedback. Every week, new video and audio content will be available.
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LGBTQ+ Resources
The following are a range of LBGTQ+ resources for settlement in general, and in some cases, for the EAL classroom AMSSA e-Symposium: LGBTQ Newcomers: Strengthening Support and understanding Webinar – Breaking the ice: Addressing LGBT Issues in the ESOL Classroom AMSSA Webcast: Exploring Issues Affecting LGBTQ Immigrants and Refugees OCASI: Positive Space Starter Kit OCASI: Positive Space Initiative Training Course…
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NorQuest College offers a part-time LINC Online Course designed to meet the language-learning needs of newcomers who may not have access to formal LINC language classes, who are working full-time or part-time, or who may be otherwise unable to attend face-to-face classes. The course is a mixture of webinars (real time online classes) and asynchronous…
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NCLC: Autoévaluation en ligne
Cet outil d’autoévaluation sur le Web a été développé pour les personnes qui sont en train d’apprendre le français langue seconde. Le test est fondé sur les Niveaux de compétence linguistique canadiens. This online self-assessment tool was developed for people who are in the process of learning French as a Second Language (FSL). These tests…
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Online Literacy Resources
A compilation of many of the best literacy resources, links, and documents available on the internet. These should be useful to teachers, tutors, and volunteers. Literacy Websites Online Literacy Resources Resources for Language Volunteers – Low Level Learners
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MANSO compiles teaching and training resources, PD and networking events and sector updates into a Quarterly Language Sector Update, to keep Language informed of relevant and emerging news. Click below to see the latest issue:
Read More...Real World Assessment Task Bank – Ottawa-Carleton District School Board
Brief Description: This Portfolio Based Language Assessment (PBLA) aligned resource includes stand-alone assessment tasks for use by LINC programs. Summary: The Ottawa-Carleton District School Board (OCDSB) has developed a bank of “real world” assessment tasks for use by LINC programs. The project development team included 22 OCDSB ESL/LINC Instructors, 2 PBLA Leads, and over 190…
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Resources on Cannabis Law and Use
Canadian law regulating cannabis changed on October 17th, 2018. Many service providers have indicated that they are fielding questions and concerns about the new law. These resources may be useful in responding to these questions. Justice Canada’s website has information about what is legal and not legal: http://www.justice.gc.ca/eng/cj-jp/cannabis/ The Province of Manitoba website ‘Know the Facts’ has…
Read More...Teaching English As An Additional Language (TEAL) – Concentration at the University of Manitoba
The Concentration in TEAL The Faculty of Education at the University of Manitoba is proud to introduce the new PBDE Concentration in Teaching English as an Additional/Second Language. The first of its kind in Manitoba, the concentration will launch in September 2020. Designed for educators who work with EAL learners in K-12 school settings, adult…
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