11:45-12:30
MICHAELA ŠAMALOVÁ, ROOM 60
THE USE OF CONTEMPORARY TRANSLATION IN ELT
Teaching methods; upper-secondary (16-19); workshop
The aim of the workshop is to present pedagogical translation as one of effective means
of language teaching and learning and to explore the use of contemporary translation in
the language classroom. Different approaches to translation will be introduced and a
range of translation activities, games and ideas, which can be used by English teachers,
will be presented. We will have a look at some strategies of how to use translation in
connection with the development all four language skills and at some tips on how to gain
maximum impact on our learners with minimal time spent on preparation of translation
activities.
PETRA BOROVKOVÁ, ROOM 11
LEXIMAPPING – HOW TO TEACH THROUGH MIND MAPS
Modern technology in ELT; all levels; workshop
Workshop introduces principles of a unique technique of vocabulary teaching and learning
via mind maps and flashcards (Leximapping). The technique aims at teaching vocabulary
in context, focuses on collocations and colligations. It is in opposition to traditional
vocabulary lists, which do not teach how to use the word in real life situations. The online
version of the technique will be presented to show how to use it with students in the
classroom, prepare games, tests and further practice. This technique also helps to
develop metacognitive skills of students.
ZDENĚK JANÍK, ROOM 59
TEACHING CULTURE TO EIL LEARNERS
Culture in ELT; tertiary; talk
International students studying at Masaryk University use English as an international
language (EIL) when communicating with members of other cultures. A research into
intercultural communication of 263 international students studying at Masaryk University
in the years 2010-2016 revealed that substantial number of the students experienced
cultural misunderstandings. The paper presents the findings of the research and explains
how EIL learners can develop their intercultural communicative competence in order to
become competent speakers of EIL.
DANKA SEKERKOVÁ, ROOM 63
DON ́T FORGET TO STRETCH!
Vocabulary, skill activites and games; primary (6-10); workshop; Pearson
Stretching is a very beneficial and healthy routine not only before and after your physical
training but it may be also very beneficial and energy-saving routine for English teachers
once you get used to in your classes. But don ́t worry – you can stay sitting on your chairsas we will be talking about how to „stretch“, in other words extend and modify the
exercises in the English course books with primary pupils. I am going to give you ideas
how you can use other teaching aids and methods to extend the basic structure of
individual course book activities so that you will get extra options for faster and brainier
pupils or extra practice for those who need it. And finally you will be able to try these out
personally!
11:45-12:45
MARK ANDREWS, ROOM 50
KEEPING UP WITH CHANGES IN THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE
Refreshing our language; all levels; workshop; Sharing One Language
The English language is changing all the time and now we have lots of date from corpus
linguistics of how language is used in everyday contexts. This session will look at some of
the changes in English and we will discuss what aspects of these changes we might be
teaching and how we might teach them. We will focus on both lexis and spoken grammar.
NINA HANÁKOVÁ, ROOM 1
A CONFIDENT SPEAKER OF ENGLISH
How to motivate students; tertiary, adult, language schools; workshop; Nina English
One of the reasons adults come to English lessons is lack of confidence. They think they
must know perfect grammar before opening their mouth. I will share my experience of
cracking that mindset and I look forward to hearing your ideas and tips. A very interactive
workshop/discussion about motivation, confidence and imperfectionism.
DAGMAR ŠKORPÍKOVÁ, ROOM 10
WIRED ON STUDENTS
Modern technology in ELT; upper-secondary (16-19), adult, language schools; workshop
Is there a better feeling for a teacher than to know that students have left the classroom
with satisfaction and interest? In this workshop, we will look at how both the teacher and
the students can benefit from using social networking sites and what new aspects their
use brings in a modern language classroom.
ŠÁRKA COX, ROOM 12
PASSIONATE ABOUT PROJECTS?
Teaching teenage learners; upper-secondary (16-19); talk; ILC Brno
You have probably tried out project work in one English class or another and realized how
much is involved: staging the work logically including focus on the target language;
keeping all learners involved; not to mention saving enough time for the rehearsal and
presentation of the final product. This session aims at providing you with the right tools to
cope with all the challenges of project work, and not only in classes of teenagers. The
proper project know-how is adaptable to a wide range of ages and levels.
TOMÁŠ BEDNÁŘ, ROOM 57
Vocabulary without obstacles
Modern technology in ELT; all levels; talk
Get rid of obstacles and keep your students in a flow.
MICHAELA ŠAMALOVÁ, ROOM 60
THE USE OF CONTEMPORARY TRANSLATION IN ELT
Teaching methods; upper-secondary (16-19); workshop
The aim of the workshop is to present pedagogical translation as one of effective means
of language teaching and learning and to explore the use of contemporary translation in
the language classroom. Different approaches to translation will be introduced and a
range of translation activities, games and ideas, which can be used by English teachers,
will be presented. We will have a look at some strategies of how to use translation in
connection with the development all four language skills and at some tips on how to gain
maximum impact on our learners with minimal time spent on preparation of translation
activities.
PETRA BOROVKOVÁ, ROOM 11
LEXIMAPPING – HOW TO TEACH THROUGH MIND MAPS
Modern technology in ELT; all levels; workshop
Workshop introduces principles of a unique technique of vocabulary teaching and learning
via mind maps and flashcards (Leximapping). The technique aims at teaching vocabulary
in context, focuses on collocations and colligations. It is in opposition to traditional
vocabulary lists, which do not teach how to use the word in real life situations. The online
version of the technique will be presented to show how to use it with students in the
classroom, prepare games, tests and further practice. This technique also helps to
develop metacognitive skills of students.
ZDENĚK JANÍK, ROOM 59
TEACHING CULTURE TO EIL LEARNERS
Culture in ELT; tertiary; talk
International students studying at Masaryk University use English as an international
language (EIL) when communicating with members of other cultures. A research into
intercultural communication of 263 international students studying at Masaryk University
in the years 2010-2016 revealed that substantial number of the students experienced
cultural misunderstandings. The paper presents the findings of the research and explains
how EIL learners can develop their intercultural communicative competence in order to
become competent speakers of EIL.
DANKA SEKERKOVÁ, ROOM 63
DON ́T FORGET TO STRETCH!
Vocabulary, skill activites and games; primary (6-10); workshop; Pearson
Stretching is a very beneficial and healthy routine not only before and after your physical
training but it may be also very beneficial and energy-saving routine for English teachers
once you get used to in your classes. But don ́t worry – you can stay sitting on your chairsas we will be talking about how to „stretch“, in other words extend and modify the
exercises in the English course books with primary pupils. I am going to give you ideas
how you can use other teaching aids and methods to extend the basic structure of
individual course book activities so that you will get extra options for faster and brainier
pupils or extra practice for those who need it. And finally you will be able to try these out
personally!
11:45-12:45
MARK ANDREWS, ROOM 50
KEEPING UP WITH CHANGES IN THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE
Refreshing our language; all levels; workshop; Sharing One Language
The English language is changing all the time and now we have lots of date from corpus
linguistics of how language is used in everyday contexts. This session will look at some of
the changes in English and we will discuss what aspects of these changes we might be
teaching and how we might teach them. We will focus on both lexis and spoken grammar.
NINA HANÁKOVÁ, ROOM 1
A CONFIDENT SPEAKER OF ENGLISH
How to motivate students; tertiary, adult, language schools; workshop; Nina English
One of the reasons adults come to English lessons is lack of confidence. They think they
must know perfect grammar before opening their mouth. I will share my experience of
cracking that mindset and I look forward to hearing your ideas and tips. A very interactive
workshop/discussion about motivation, confidence and imperfectionism.
DAGMAR ŠKORPÍKOVÁ, ROOM 10
WIRED ON STUDENTS
Modern technology in ELT; upper-secondary (16-19), adult, language schools; workshop
Is there a better feeling for a teacher than to know that students have left the classroom
with satisfaction and interest? In this workshop, we will look at how both the teacher and
the students can benefit from using social networking sites and what new aspects their
use brings in a modern language classroom.
ŠÁRKA COX, ROOM 12
PASSIONATE ABOUT PROJECTS?
Teaching teenage learners; upper-secondary (16-19); talk; ILC Brno
You have probably tried out project work in one English class or another and realized how
much is involved: staging the work logically including focus on the target language;
keeping all learners involved; not to mention saving enough time for the rehearsal and
presentation of the final product. This session aims at providing you with the right tools to
cope with all the challenges of project work, and not only in classes of teenagers. The
proper project know-how is adaptable to a wide range of ages and levels.
TOMÁŠ BEDNÁŘ, ROOM 57
Vocabulary without obstacles
Modern technology in ELT; all levels; talk
Get rid of obstacles and keep your students in a flow.