SAILN Events

Location: In person and on Zoom The Spanish strand equips Spanish teachers with practical tools to differentiate instruction based on student profiles and proficiency levels. Participants will explore the ACTFL proficiency guidelines, learn to design lessons that support diverse learners—including heritage, L2, and native speakers—and create assessments that align with varied needs. Through hands-on activities, […]

Dates: January 31, February 21, March 21, April 18, and May 16, 2026 Participants will learn, review, and practice teaching strategies linked to the three modes of communication: presentational, interpersonal, and interpretive. Participants will receive support in developing lesson plans incorporating the new California World Language Standards and the reviewed/learned strategies. Participants will be able […]

Join SAILN & MBWLP for a two-part virtual workshop series on April 18 & May 2, 2026, designed to empower educators to articulate their irreplaceable role in fostering empathy, human connection, and cultural competence, while gaining practical, classroom-ready tools and the confidence to integrate AI thoughtfully into lessons and unit design. Virtual Workshop Series Saturdays […]

The Excellence in Less Commonly Taught Languages Award (ELLA) recognizes outstanding educators who demonstrate innovation, impact, and commitment to teaching less commonly taught languages (LCTLs) across diverse educational settings. The LCTLs comprise all languages other than English, French, German, and Spanish, which were/are taught widely in mainly Western contexts. The award highlights educators whose work […]

Join SAILN & MBWLP for a two-part virtual workshop series on April 18 & May 2, 2026, designed to empower educators to articulate their irreplaceable role in fostering empathy, human connection, and cultural competence, while gaining practical, classroom-ready tools and the confidence to integrate AI thoughtfully into lessons and unit design. Virtual Workshop Series Saturdays […]

Location: In person and on Zoom The Spanish strand equips Spanish teachers with practical tools to differentiate instruction based on student profiles and proficiency levels. Participants will explore the ACTFL proficiency guidelines, learn to design lessons that support diverse learners—including heritage, L2, and native speakers—and create assessments that align with varied needs. Through hands-on activities, […]

Dates: January 31, February 21, March 21, April 18, and May 16, 2026 Participants will learn, review, and practice teaching strategies linked to the three modes of communication: presentational, interpersonal, and interpretive. Participants will receive support in developing lesson plans incorporating the new California World Language Standards and the reviewed/learned strategies. Participants will be able […]