CLIL and Beyond: Pluriliteracies for Deeper Learning through language in secondary education

2-day conference DAY 1 CLIL - CLIL definition - the 4Cs Conceptual framework PLURILITERACIES “Co-Constructing knowledge” - What is pluriliteracy? - Language OF learning. - How do you engage students in factual knowledge if they don't know the language 2 (French, Flemish/Dutch/English)? - What strategies can I use to make procedures more explicit? - How do concepts lead to understanding and deep learning? - What teaching strategies can I use to focus on understanding rather than just knowledge? DAY 2 PLURILITERACIES “Demonstrating understanding” - Language FOR learning. - What is the most appropriate style for my purpose and my audience? - Which mode of communication is required to convey my message? - What are the characteristics of different genres in different subjects? - Language functions are the active use of language for a specific purpose. PLURILITERACIES “Learner Mindset” - Language THROUGH learning. - Create a low-anxiety environment for deep learning. - Create student engagement with positive relationships. - Enhance language for deep learning/mastery. - Promote critical reflection. Call to Action Feedback & Question time Duration: 2 full days Audience: Primary and/or secondary teachers Each participant will receive a certification of completion at the end of the 2 days.