ISE Language Matters Award

The 2008 Intercultural Student Experiences (ISE) Language Matters Award will be given to a high school teacher who has achieved exceptional success in increasing student oral proficiency by using creative methods, exemplary motivation techniques, and authentic immersion experiences outside the classroom. A $500 honorarium and a framed certificate accompany this award.

Nominations

1. Nominations may be submitted in writing by any member of the national AATSP, including self-nominations.

2. The letter of nomination or recommendation should include the following information.

   1. In what capacity the nominator has known the person nominated.

   2. How the excellence of the nominee has been assessed.

   3. The rationale for proposing the candidate as person deserving this award.

3. The candidate must provide the following materials:

   1. A copy of a recent curriculum vitae or resume which includes complete contact information.

   2. No more than five letters of recommendation which may include letters from administrators, colleagues, or other significant references. These letters should be submitted directly to AATSP by email to corporate@aatsp.org by the writer, not by the nominee. Indicate the name of the nominee and the award in the subject line.

   3. Evidence of professional excellence in the use of creative methods and exemplary motivation techniques for increasing student oral proficiency.

   4. Evidence of the use of authentic immersion experiences outside the classroom during which students apply their speaking skills.

Eligibility

To be considered, the nominee must meet the following requirements:

1. Member in good standing of the AATSP for at least three years.
   
2. Three or more years of experience teaching Spanish in a high school (grades 9-12).
   
3. Demonstrated success in increasing student oral proficiency by using creative methods and exemplary motivation techniques.
   
4. Demonstrated use of authentic immersion experiences outside the classroom during which students apply their speaking skills.
   

Note

The Award will be presented at the Awards Luncheon during the Annual Meeting of the AATSP to be held in San José, Costa Rica on July 10, 2008. The winner is expected to be in attendance at the luncheon to accept the award.

Send all nomination materials via email to:

corporate@aatsp.org
Indicate the name of the nominee and the award in the Subject line.

Deadline: Monday, May 19, 2008