Tech-Faciliated Needs Analysis
The first few weeks of a language class are a crucial period for nurturing classroom community by eliciting and discussing learners' needs, goals, and perceptions of language study. Join this workshop to discuss the value of even simple needs analyses, and train in helpful tools for designing, disseminating, and interpreting them. You’ll also receive ready-made, […]
Designing Climate Tasks in the Language Classroom
Join us for a workshop on designing classroom activities centered around climate issues and sustainability. This session builds on last semester’s Climate Can-Dos workshop. During the workshop, you’ll collaborate with a colleague to refine an activity idea for your classroom. Repository of activities available (click on event title).
Language Classroom Tech Showcase
Columbia language lecturers Zhongqi Shi, Chikako Takahashi, Joowon Suh, and Alessandra Saggin share their classroom technology tips for creating community and engagement using Padlet, Discord, Perusall, and Instagram, respectively. Recording available (click on event title).
LRC AI Working Group: Exploring AI and Self-Efficacy in Language Learning
We’re excited to invite you to the first LRC AI Working Group meeting of the semester on Friday, February 21st, from 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm (new time). Our discussion will focus on self-efficacy and the impact of AI tools on language learning. With 86% of college students now using AI in their studies, it’s critical to consider how these tools can support (or […]
February 28: Formative Assessment with ChatGPT
ZoomThis workshop offers a framework for ChatGPT-driven assignments for formative assessment across all language skills, as well as self-evaluation and AI literacy-building opportunities for students. Click here to watch the recording.
March 7: Teaching Languages in the Age of Artificial Intelligence: Rethinking Goals and Practices
Generative AI has shifted the ground upon which we have based much of our language teaching for centuries. The vitality (even existence) of our language programs may depend on our ability to re-examine and re-articulate our goals for language teaching—some of which can be facilitated by technological tools, others not. In this articulation, teachers must […]
Russian Language Program Presentation with Dr. Marina Tsylina and Dr. Marina Grineva
Join us this Friday, March 28, from 3-4pm for an informal presentation and conversation with Dr. Marina Tsylina and Dr. Marina Grineva of the Russian Language Program. As part of our ongoing Language Program exchange series, Dr. Tsylina and Dr. Grineva will share insights and practices from their program, including curricular and pedagogical approaches, successes and challenges, […]
Consolidate! Tips for making Canvas into a hub for your class
LRC Educational Technologist Kim Edmunds describes some tips and tricks for integrating common external tools into a Canvas course interface. Click here to watch the recording. Click here to view the handout.
Instructional Innovation Projects Showcase
Please join us in supporting the work of your colleagues Ling Yan, Yike Li, Reem Faraj, Guadalupe Ruiz Fajardo, and Francisca Aguilo Mora, the '24-'25 Instructional Innovation Grant awardees. Each recipient will give a brief overview of their project, followed by Q&A.
Reviewing Climate Tasks for the Language Classroom with Sandra Goldmark
Language Resource Center 353 IAB, 420 W 118th Street, New York, NYIn this workshop, we continue to explore the interface of language learning and climate literacy by workshopping classroom tasks. This is an opportunity to support your colleagues by helping to provide feedback on their ideas. Whether you attended previous sessions in this series or not, we hope to see you there! View the event Padlet […]
LRC: Spring Potluck
You are cordially invited to the LRC's Spring Potluck on Wednesday, May 7 at 4pm! Let's gather over drinks and snacks to wrap up the semester and celebrate our work and community. Guests are asked to bring a light bite to share! The LRC will provide beverages and some snacks. RSVP Here