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17.12.2007 Language Symposium 2008 Reconciling Language Learning and Assessment April 25-26, 2008 University of Illinois-Chicago CALL FOR PROPOSALS The Sandi Port Errant Language and Culture Learning Center at the University of Illinois-Chicago together with the Center for the Study of Languages at the University of  Chicago and The Council on Language Instruction, the Multimedia Learning Center, and The Searle Center for Teaching Excellence at Northwestern University. Join us on Friday evening for our opening keynote speaker: Carol Chapelle Iowa State University On Saturday the Symposium will continue with presentations. Topics may include: Assessing learners and programs, including curricula Classroom testing across skills and levels Types of assessment, including alternative assessments and self-assessment Assessment of language skills and cultural knowledge Heritage speakers - challenges and successes  Scales, descriptors, and guidelines Testing instruments, including AP placement tests Online and multimedia resources Testing research and its application Language instructors at all levels are invited to submit proposals; all languages are welcome. Submission deadline: Friday, February 22, 2008 Tentative Program Friday, April 25 5:00 p.m. Tour, Language and Culture Learning Center Keynote, Discussion and Dinner. For more info click here  Saturday, April 26 8:30-9:30 a.m. Registration and Breakfast 9:30-11:00 a.m. Session 1 11:00-11:30 a.m. Break 11:30-1:00 p.m. Session 2 1:00-2:00 p.m. Lunch 2:00-3:00 p.m. Poster Session 3:00-4:30 p.m. Wrap-Up and   Closing Reception « back to News archive print this page email this page