106th AATSP Annual Conference
HILTON PORTLAND DOWNTOWN
PORTLAND, OREGON
JUNE 29-JULY 2, 2024
Our 2024 Theme
El español y el portugués como lenguas globales: conexiones y oportunidades más allá del aula
O espanhol e o português como línguas globais: conexões e oportunidades além da sala de aula
Spanish and Portuguese as Global Languages: Connections and Opportunities in the Classroom and Beyond
Keynote Speakers
We are proud to announce our keynote speakers for the 106th Annual AATSP Conference.
Keynote Title: The Three (Amazing) Benefits of Self-Selected Pleasure Reading
Presenter: Stephen Krashen, Professor Emeritus, University of Southern California
More writing does not result in better reading or in higher levels of literacy. Better writing style comes from reading, not writing. This presentation will discuss three benefits of reading, as follows: BENEFIT ONE: LITERACY: Self-selected reading for pleasure is the major source of our competence in literacy (e.g. vocabulary, spelling, writing style, grammar). BENEFIT TWO: KNOWLEDGE: Those who do more self-selected pleasure reading know more, and they know more about many different topics. BENEFIT THREE: Deeper understanding of others (empathy).
Keynote Title: Mi Profe Ideal de Español
Presenter: Jesús Fernández González, Counselor for Education, Embassy of Spain in the United States and Canada
El objetivo de esta charla es hacer un retrato robot que defina a un profesor ideal de español. Esas características incluirán entre otras el conocimiento detallado de la lengua que enseñan y de la lengua de sus alumnos; las destrezas metodológicas, psicopedagógicas y de gestión del aula que allanen el camino del aprendizaje de sus alumnos; y un cierto tipo de personalidad que incluya la ilusión, la empatía, la exigencia, el cariño, el liderazgo, la resiliencia, etc.
Keynote Panel
Keynote Panel Title: Career-Connected Learning in the K-12 World Language Classroom
Moderator: Mary Risner, AATSP President, Center for Latin American Studies, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL
Panelists: Danielle Chaussée, Global Scholars Program, Oconomowoc, WI; Sam Finneseth, World Language Curriculum and Seal of Biliteracy Coordinator and ELL Network Support Specialist for Iowa, Des Moines Public Schools DMPS); Jamie Patterson, World Languages Coordinator, Fulton County Schools, Atlanta, GA.
This panel focuses on the ways we can all promote the integration of career exploration and authentic connections to real-world use of language for the 21st century workplace. This type of curriculum is commonly known as “Languages for Specific Purposes” (LSP) and tends to be more present in university programs. This discussion panel format features voices of educators integrating LSP at the K-12 level through career pathways. Attendees from all teaching levels can benefit as we share models that can serve as a catalyst for more collaboration and articulation between K-12 and higher education language learning.
Join us for the Spanish Embassy Luncheon!
Registration for the Spanish Embassy Luncheon is currently closed.
Conference Program and Events at a Glance
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Earn Credits at the Conference
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2024 Conference Program
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Conference Registration
Conference registrations are not transferable.
PLEASE NOTE: To pay the member or student price for registration, you MUST be signed into your AATSP member account. If you are having issues signing in, please contact the National Office for assistance.
Registration for the 106th Annual AATSP Conference will open on December 1, 2023. An overview of the registration pricing schedule is available here. We will have a block of discounted rooms available at the Hilton Portland Downtown hotel. Please use the link below to reserve your room.
Airline Discounts for Conference Attendees
Connect with fellow educators while enjoying special rates, making your journey as enriching as the destination! Click here to explore the exclusive airline discount options available for attendees of the 106th AATSP Annual Conference.
Workshop and Mini-Workshop Registration
Don't forget to register for workshops and mini-workshops being offered at the 106th AATSP Annual Conference! You can click here to view details about workshops being offered and access workshop and mini-workshop registration at the links below.
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