The Best of Both Worlds: Blended Learning in the Language Classroom”

The Best of Both Worlds: Blended Learning in the Language Classroom”

Lecture by Dr. Fernando Rubio

Wednesday, March 06

2:30-4:30 pm

P.O.T 18th floor, West End

 

Dr. Rubio has a  PhD in Spanish Linguistics from the State University of New York at Buffalo and he is currently teaching Spanish Linguistics at the University of Utah, where he is also Co-Director of the Second Language Teaching and Research Center. His research interests are in the areas of Applied Linguistics and Teaching Methodologies. In 2009 he was awarded the Utah System of Higher Education (USHE) Exemplary Faculty Use of Technology Award and in 2012 he received the ACTFL Award for Excellence in Foreign Language Instruction Using Technology. He has given talks, keynotes, and workshops on language and technology all over the country.  He has taught online and hybrid language courses for years, including the first foreign language MOOC* ever taught (currently in progress).

He is the author of two textbooks, Tercer Milenio, Kendall-Hunt, 2009, and Juntos, Cengage (forthcoming) and editor of Hybrid Language Teaching and Learning: Exploring Theoretical, Pedagogical and Curricular Issues, Heinle, 2012.

 

(*) MOOC: Massive Open Online Course

Date:
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Location:
P.O.T 18th floor, West End

MIDNIGHT IN PARIS--movie and costume contest

Sigma Tau Delta and the English Dept. invite you to come see MIDNIGHT IN PARIS, Woody Allen's comedy about the Lost Generation, romance, creativity, and time travel in Paris.  Dress as a flapper, a dandy, a famous writer, or in some other costume inspired by the film and have a chance to win prizes including books or dinner for two. 

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Location:
Worsham Theater (Student Center)
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