This webinar aims to introduce language teachers to learner corpora (i.e., large collections of texts containing language data produced by L2 learners) as a source to create authentic pedagogical materials.

When: Friday, May 19, 2023

Session Length: 120-minute Session + 30-min Q&A

Where: Zoom TBA

Who: This webinar is designed for current and future language teachers. 

Registration Cost: No charge but registration is required.

Webinar Agenda: The following topics will be discussed at the webinar:

1. Basic concepts in corpus linguistics
   1. A definition of corpora and corpus linguistics
   2. Basic tools and techniques in corpus linguistics
2. Pedagogical applications of corpora, esp. learner corpora
   1. Direct vs. Indirect applications
   2. Learner corpora and their affordances in the language classroom
   3. Sample corpus-informed teaching materials
3. Development of data-driven activities
   1. Basic principles of designing effective and engaging teaching materials
   2. Step-by-step process of creating corpus-informed materials using a real example

Examples presented during the webinar will be in English, Spanish and French. However, the content can be applied to a variety of languages. Participants will be provided with a list of resources in languages other than English.

For more information visit https://l2trec.utah.edu/news/2023-corpus-summer-workshop-i.php