Dear colleagues,
We're happy to invite you to our FLEPS 9th Workshop Festival! The theme of the festival this year is
Cultivating Resilience & Well-Being: Nurturing Growth in Education.
This one-day event will take place
on May 31st, 2024,
at the EMU FLEPS PREP B Building,
from 09:00 to 16:00.
This event promises a day of insightful exploration into current practices, experiences, and challenges in language education, featuring engaging workshops and presentations.
Join us to
connect with colleagues from FLEPS and other language schools,
share your insights, learn from fellow educators, enrich your teaching practices, and
exchange ideas and explore collaboration opportunities to enhance your influence in the classroom.
Linked to the main theme of the workshop festival, presenters are invited to contribute to the event with the following topics:
Teacher Well-being in English Language Education:
- Addressing stress, burnout, and anxiety among language teachers
- Exploring new approaches to language instruction that prioritize teacher well-being and student engagement
- Incorporating reflective practices and mindfulness techniques into daily teaching routines
- Work-life balance in the context of language teaching
Supporting student well-being in language learning:
- Addressing language learner anxiety and stress
- Promoting inclusive teaching practices and supportive language learning environments
- Developing resilience in language learners facing academic pressure
- Understanding diverse student backgrounds
However, presenters are also encouraged to consider a diverse range of sub-themes:
Student-Centred Learning:
- Strategies for promoting student engagement and autonomy,
- Incorporating student interests into lesson planning and
- Empowering students as active participants in their learning journey.
Assessment for Learning:
- Implementing formative assessment techniques,
- Providing constructive feedback and
- Using assessment data to inform instructional decisions.
Promoting Language Learning Resilience:
- Strategies for motivating language learners
- Building confidence and perseverance in language acquisition
- Overcoming challenges in language learning
Innovative Approaches to Language Teaching and Learning:
- Integrating technology and AI into language instruction
- Implementing communicative language teaching methodologies
- Utilising authentic materials and real-world tasks in language learning
Leadership and Professional Growth in English Language Education:
- Cultivating leadership skills among language educators
- Advancing career development opportunities in English language teaching
- Leading innovation and change in language education with resilience
Research and Best Practices in English Language Teaching:
- Examining current research on effective language teaching methodologies
- Implementing evidence-based practices in language education
- Sharing successful strategies and case studies in English language teaching
Important Dates:
The deadline for abstract submissions is May 29, 2024.
The deadline for online registration is May 30, 2024.
Participants will receive a soft copy of the Certificate of Participation.
As we approach the end of a demanding academic year, let's unite to foster resilience and well-being in education. We eagerly anticipate your participation on May 31st, 2024.
Warm regards,
FLEPS WORKSHOP FESTIVAL COMMITTEE
Ayşegül Sallı & Nadıran Tanyeli
Plenary Speakers
Dawn Dickson
Abstract: Resilience and Well-Being in Education- This talk explores fostering resilience and well-being in education, offering practical strategies for educators. It emphasizes creating supportive environments for students to navigate challenges effectively and thrive academically and personally. By understanding resilience dynamics, educators empower students to recover from setbacks and develop resilience. Moreover, the talk addresses the importance of self-care for educators, enabling them to better support students while maintaining their own well-being.
Biodata: Dawn is an experienced language professional with a passion for lifelong learning. Her early love for languages led her to a career in translation after university. With experience in translation, education, and learning consultancy, Dawn has thrived in diverse roles. As an international teacher, Dawn has taught in various settings worldwide. This experience has given her valuable insights into both the challenges teachers face and the learning experiences of students. This dual perspective informs her work in learning consultancy, where she effectively relates to the needs of educators and students.
Duygu Erdoğan
Session Abstract: A Teacher's Own Path to Well-being This session explores the pivotal role of observation in enhancing well-being, emphasising its profound impact on mental health and overall life satisfaction. By honing observational skills, individuals can develop greater self-awareness, mindfulness, and emotional intelligence. The discussion will cover practical techniques for cultivating observation, such as mindfulness meditation and reflective journaling, and highlight these practices' benefits, including reduced stress, improved relationships, and heightened creativity. Participants will gain insights into how a deliberate focus on observation can foster a deeper connection with the present moment, ultimately leading to a more balanced and fulfilling life.
Biodata: Duygu Erdoğan has been in the ELT world for over 20 years. She has a BA in American Culture and Literature and an MA in English Language Teaching. She holds an ICELT, DELTA, Teacher Training Certificate (Sabancı University) and Trainer Training Certificate (Anatolian Training Institute).
She has worked at various institutions ranging from elementary schools to universities in different parts of Turkey, as a teacher, an administrator and a trainer.
She is one of the founding members of TESOL Turkey Association (İngiliz Dili Öğretimi Ve Mesleki Gelişim Derneği). Her research interests include teacher research, in-service teacher education, critical thinking in education and testing and assessment. Currently, she is working as a Teacher Trainer and Markeeting manager for Macmillan Education, Western Europe.
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