In an increasingly interconnected world, language learning is vital for enhancing communication and understanding among cultures. Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) has emerged as an effective methodology that combines language development with subject-based education. By incorporating ICT, game-based tools, multimedia content creation, and engaging experiential activities, participants are better equipped to foster linguistic diversity in education and prepare students for their future as European citizens. A new edition of the “Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) for Teachers” course was held in Tenerife from 13/10/2024 to 19/10/2024. Participants traveled from various parts of Europe, including Maria Francisca and Maria Teresa from Agrupamento de Escolas Elias Garcia in Portugal, Iva and Darja from Základní škola a Mateřská škola Písečná u Jeseníku in the Czech Republic, Cathy and Michele from ITSET A. Martini in Italy, Ina and Ramona from Riga Secondary School No. 49 in Latvia, Anne from Collège René Cassin in France, and Cornelia from Saxony International School - Carl Hahn gGmbH in Germany. The CLIL course kicked off with an energetic brainstorming session, inviting participants to discuss their current practices and prior knowledge related to CLIL. This collaborative activity created an engaging atmosphere for exchanging ideas and exploring concepts. The course then moved into a theoretical examination of CLIL principles, highlighting the importance of teaching content in a second language. It underscored the crucial role of the teacher in facilitating language integration and fostering a rich learning environment that develops both content understanding and language skills. Participants gained insights into effective lesson planning within the CLIL framework. They explored valuable tips and techniques for creating engaging and purposeful CLIL lessons. By sharing resources and experiences, they began to draft their own lesson plans, laying the groundwork for future activities. The course emphasized the use of engaging texts and videos in CLIL classrooms to creatively harness multimedia resources. Participants explored popular ICT tools in education, prioritizing those that aligned with their specific needs and interests. They hands-on practiced these tools to create educational games and interactive presentations, effectively incorporating them into their lesson plans.
Participants were introduced to experiential learning activities designed to enhance CLIL lessons. They discovered effective strategies for fostering collaboration and peer learning in the classroom, facilitating language communication about the subject matter. Through practical experiences, they gained insights into creating a more interactive and immersive learning environment. Participants were able to present their finalized lesson plans, incorporating the strategies and activities they developed during the week. This demonstrated their readiness to establish engaging and language-rich CLIL classrooms. More info on this course here. |
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