Achēv is excited to announce the launch of the National LINC Curriculum Guidelines next year! These modern, practical guidelines will be available online for anyone involved in curriculum planning and development and cover everything from literacy to CLB 8. Stay tuned for updates, and learn more here: https://bit.ly/4gkpAdM The National LINC Curriculum Guidelines is an initiative funded by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), managed by Achēv, and supported by the Centre for Canadian Language Benchmarks.
CCLB is looking for Board Directors to help lead the Centre in this dynamic time. To learn more, see the FAQ below and to apply, complete your application https://forms.office.com/r/xSzwUUqW5y. Applications must be submitted by 11:45 pm Eastern time on Sunday February 9, 2025. Download (PDF, 187KB)
ISSN: 1488-8157 Dccember 2024 Training Introduction to PBLA for new IRCC classroom instructors (supported training). Course timeline: January 29th to March 5th, 2025. LINC classroom teachers (part-time or full-time) are eligible for training but must have completed the CLB Bootcamp as a pre-requisite. Registrations are only accepted from program coordinators by emailing: [email protected] after the call for participants is received in early January. Webinars Check out our new collection of recorded webinars! English (CLB, PBLA, etc.) hosted on Tutela.ca French (NCLC, ELBP, etc.) hoested on CCLB’s website This fall was also a busy time for our NCLC team with three
On November 6, CCLB held a webinar focusing on sharing resources and solutions with regards to maintaining Portfolio Based Language Assessment (PBLA) in LINC programs. The core session reviewing survey results and concluding comments following small break-out groups was recorded for those not able to attend. The recording is approximately 50 minutes in length. For any questions or comments, please contact us at [email protected]. Offered November 6, 2024 Financed by: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada
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ISSN: 1488-8157 September 2024 Resources In collaboration with indigenous professionals, our team has launched two new resources that might interest ELBP practitioners teaching French as a second language and who would like to incorporate indigenous perspectives: Activities for teaching from indigenous perspectives and Accompanying guide (promoting indigenous perspectives). The National CLIC Curriculum Framework (French only) outlines the teaching-learning standards and instructional principles for French as a second language and the CLIC program for adults, from literacy to NCLC 8. The Framework includes 8 components as well as EDI (equity, diversity, and inclusion) principles that are integral to the Curriculum. Click
ARAISA & ISANS are thrilled to launch “FA.I.R for ALL,” an innovative webinar series dedicated to guiding and demonstrating the potential of generative AI technology in the settlement and integration sector. With the right guidance and practical knowledge, AI can significantly enhance the settlement and integration experience for our clients and colleagues, helping to reduce client waitlists, shorten wait times, and lighten workloads—a win-win for everyone! From September 2024 to March 2025, the online webinar series will provide practical insights, guidance, and an in-depth exploration of the latest AI technologies and processes currently employed in the settlement and language learning
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English language learners with sight loss are a growing population that, traditionally, has been underserved in language programs across Canada. At ISANS, we demonstrate inclusion by welcoming and respecting the diversity in our community and fostering a sense of belonging for all. With this in mind and with generous funding from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), ISANS has partnered with AnuVision Consulting to bridge the gap in knowledge and capacity in language programs by creating The Sight Loss Integration Teacher Toolkit. By offering direction on how to modify curriculum, materials, and physical spaces, the barriers for newcomers with sight