Conferences

A Conference Follow-Up Reflection

By Eric Richards Instructional Consulting, LLC / November 28, 2024 /

I am about a week removed from the ACTFL conference. During this week I’ve had time to reflect on my time in Philadelphia at the conference. First, let me share a bit of gratitude. I am thankful that I had the opportunity to go. I am also thankful that Voces Digital invited me to be…

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Shared Thoughts on In-Person Conferences

By Eric Richards Instructional Consulting, LLC / November 16, 2024 /

After recently attending and presenting at the FLAM (Foreign Language Association of Missouri) St. Louis Regional Conference, I had a chance to reflect on the experience. It was a great experience, not only motivating and inspiring. It was wonderful to see familiar faces and also get to know new educators. It was also rewarding to…

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Writing Strategies for the ADI Classroom

By Eric Richards Instructional Consulting, LLC / July 6, 2023 /

Here is the link to my presentation: CI Summit: Writing Strategies for the ADI Classroom. Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 I hope it fills a need and you find it helpful! If you have any questions, please contact me directly at: [email protected] Thank you! Mach’s gut!

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VOCES: Focusing on Short Stories in Our Story

By Eric Richards Instructional Consulting, LLC / June 24, 2023 /

Here is the link to my presentation: VOCES: Focusing on Short Stories in Our Story Part 1 Part 2 I hope it fills a need and you find it helpful! If you have any questions, please contact me directly at: [email protected] Thank you! Mach’s gut!

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Entry Points into Culture

By Eric Richards Instructional Consulting, LLC / June 7, 2023 /

Here is the link to my presentation: Entry Points into Culture I hope it fills a need and you find it helpful! If you have any questions, please contact me directly at: [email protected] Thank you! Mach’s gut!

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Comprehensible Iowa 2023 #CIIA23

By Eric Richards Instructional Consulting, LLC / April 30, 2023 /

I wanted to let you know that Comprehensible Iowa #CIIA23 is fast approaching. It is Friday, June 9th – Saturday, June10th in Gilbert, IA. (Just north of Ames, IA) This conference is excellent opportunity for world language educators. The presenters, which are coming in from 7 different states, are excellent. This will be a great…

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Post Conference Reflection – FLAM Conference 2022

By Eric Richards Instructional Consulting, LLC / October 17, 2022 /

The 2022 FLAM (Foreign Language Association of Missouri) Conference recently ended. After a bit of time to reflect on the conference, I wanted to share some thoughts and resources. First, it was a fantastic conference. From the presenters, keynote speaker, facilities, social events, food and overall “flow” and logistics of it, the conference was great.…

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FLAM Conference 2022 – Before the Conference

By Eric Richards Instructional Consulting, LLC / October 3, 2022 /

We are week away from the 2022 FLAM (Foreign Language Association of Missouri) Conference at Washington University in St. Louis. Here is the link to register and check out the conference program: https://www.flamnet.org/general-3 It will be a great opportunity for professional growth and to (re)connect with colleagues, as we are back together face-to-face. Plus, to…

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