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Spanish Strand 2026
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, […]
San Diego, CA 92182 United States
Strand A: Standard-based Lesson Design
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 […]
San Diego, CA 92104 United States
SAILN Summer Institute
The SAILN Summer Institute is an intensive program offered over four consecutive days in June. It brings together SAILN strands in a focused learning environment, where teachers can explore strand-specific topics in depth, engage in hands-on and collaborative activities, and exchange ideas with peers. The format supports meaningful discussion, reflection, and the application of concepts […]
Contact Information
Shahnaz Ahmadeian Fard
Director, SAILN Project
Email: larc.sailn@sdsu.edu
Office Phone: (619) 594-0846