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Please read below to see why all World Language Teachers in the Northeast should support NECTFL!
WHAT IS THE NORTHEAST CONFERENCE?
The Northeast Conference on the Teaching of Foreign Languages www.nectfl.org serves educators:
· in all languages (including classical, less commonly taught, and ESL),
· at all levels from kindergarten through university,
· in both public and private settings.
In existence since the late 1940s, NECTFL is the largest of five regional associations of its kind in the United States, representing the area from Maine to Virginia but exercising leadership nation-wide.
WHAT DOES NECTFL DO FOR ME?
At no charge, NECTFL serves you by:
· publishing a semi-annual magazine with articles plus reviews of products and services (latest issue is at http://www.nectfl.org/review67.pdf),
· sharing information and facilitating partnerships, and
· working to nurture leaders who can advocate effectively on your behalf.
Our current areas of interest include:
· cultural proficiency,
· language learning in preK-16+ urban educational settings, and
· support for programs at risk due to the economic downturn.
The organization is widely recognized for cutting-edge and visionary work translated into practical classroom application.
HOW CAN I MAXIMIZE NECTFL’S BENEFITS TO ME?
NECTFL holds an annual conference each spring for all concerned with foreign language education, providing:
· outstanding professional development,
· the chance to interact with colleagues,
· a packed exhibit hall (over 150 companies),
· a diverse schedule (over 200 sessions and workshops).
Attending the Northeast Conference offers teachers with what they want and what they need:
· inspiration,
· CEUs,
· contacts,
· ideas,
· materials,
· a break from the routine,
· a sense that they are respected and valued, and
· a new perspective on their work.
The presenters and exhibitors who come to NECTFL are the most outstanding in the field. Our Board works tirelessly to create a responsive, interesting, and exciting event with something for all of you!
WHAT’S SPECIAL THIS YEAR IN BALTIMORE?
· The conference will be held April 1-4 at the magnificent Baltimore Marriott Waterfront Hotel (http://www.nectfl.org/Conference/Conference2011.html)!
· The two main conference days are Saturday and Sunday, so you don’t have to miss class to attend.
· In response to attendee requests, you have the option of paying for a workshop only on Friday afternoon or on Monday (http://www.nectfl.org/Conference/Workshop2011.htm).
· There is an excellent independent movie theater right behind the hotel, and we expect reduced evening rates on foreign films for NECTFL attendees.
· Sessions are organized in strands by language, level and/or topic, so you can enjoy in-depth professional development.
· A “teachers’ lounge” is available for taking a break, continuing a discussion, interviewing a candidate, meeting up with colleagues, etc.
· Friendly experts will hold free webinars on aspects of the conference theme during the month of March – and post-conference follow-up activities will keep your new knowledge and skills fresh after you return to school.
You have less than a month to register for this year's conference at the early bird rate (there will be onsite registration during the conference in Baltimore). All conference information can be found on our website at www.nectfl.org. If you cannot attend but wish to help us with ideas and materials support, you may want to join our Advisory Council (www.nectfl.org/acinfo.html).
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Pasquale Bova
Trade Commissioner - Chicago
Tel. (312) 670-4360
E-mail: info@italbooks.com
March 2011 - The Italian Trade Commission announces Italy's official participation at NECTFL 2011 with an Italian Pavilion showcasing books, catalogues and multimedia products from the following 5 publishers and 2 language schools. The 58th edition will be held at the Baltimore Marriott Waterfront Hotel from April 2-3. NECTFL is the most important regional convention in the Northeast of the United States for the teaching of foreign languages. 110 exhibitors will participate and over 2,000 foreign language professionals are expected to attend.
The Italian Pavilion will include the Italian Trade Commission (Booth #1201), the Consulate General of Italy in Philadelphia, the Consulate of Italy in Baltimore, ENIT - The Italian Tourism Office, NIAF (National Italian American Foundation), the Italian Cultural Center Inc. of Maryland and A.I.S. (America-Italy Society). Visitors to the Italian Pavilion will have the opportunity to meet with representatives from Accademia Italiana, Edilingua Edizioni, Guerra Edizioni, Paramica and Sorrento Lingue Institute. A total of 18 sessions about the Italian language and culture will be presented. For more information, visit us at Italbooks.com.
According to the U.S. Department of Commerce (Bureau of Census), in 2010 Italy was among the major foreign suppliers of books, newspapers and other printed matter, exporting $82 million of products, in particular dictionaries, encyclopedias, bibles, newspapers and journals.
The Italian Trade Commission is the government agency entrusted with promoting trade, industrial and technological cooperation, and disseminating economic information regarding Italy abroad. The Chicago Office is responsible, among others, for the publishing sector, as well as maintaining and regularly updating its publishing website.
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