News and Events
News
Immigrants' Language Gains Tied to Better Health
A recent CBC article reports on studies that suggest a correlation between English language proficiency and immigrant health.
http://www.cbc.ca/news/health/story/2011/10/19/immigrant-health-language.html
Tougher Language Exam Proposed for Citizenship
In a Toronto Star article, we learn about the Department of Citizenship and Immigration’s plan to “[crack] down on the language competency of newcomers” with regards to the proficiency test used when applying for citizenship.
http://www.thestar.com/news/canada/article/1070388--tougher-language-exam-proposed-for-citizenship
Newsletters
Our ESL Infusion Newsletter is designed to help teacher candidates, practicing teachers and teacher educators become more aware of the ongoing news and events pertaining to their field. This news/event information includes workshops, references to new resources and support for language learning. The Newsletters also include many useful websites linked for the benefit of the user.
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Events
After School Newcomer Hub
If you are a student in grades 7-10, free after school homework help is available in math, science, English, French, and other subjects as needed. Gaming and other fun activities can also be enjoyed.
When: 3-6pm, Monday-Friday, Ongoing
Where: Toronto Public Library
Contact: afterschool@torontopubliclibrary.ca
TESL January Workshop
What: An ESL Survivor Kit - or – A Refresher Course Workshop
Who: Fran Marshall
Where: S. Walter Stewart Library
When: January 28, 2012
Are you a ‘new’ instructor looking for survival tips and techniques – or are you a ‘used’ instructor looking for a refresher course? The workshop comprises practical, challenging activities from three popular presentations.
http://tesltoronto.org/january-2012-event
New TESOL Book
TESOL is seeking proposals for short booklets to be considered for inclusion in a new ELT series. This booklet will cover topics including English language teacher development. A great opportunity for aspiring authors!
Deadline: May 1, 2012
http://www.tesol.org/s_tesol/sec_document.asp?CID=198&DID=13715
Conferences
TESL Canada’s next conference – TESL Interiors: Landscapes of Literacies and Language – is currently seeking proposals for papers, presentations, performances.
When: October 11-13, 2012
Where: Thompson Rivers University, Kamloops, BC
Deadline: May 13, 2012
http://www.tru.ca/tc2012.html
http://www.teslcanadaconference.com/