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Foreign Language Annals (FLA) is seeking a Graduate Publications Assistant for October 2026-September 2027.  This position will provide an opportunity for a doctoral student in world language education, world language, applied linguistics, or a related field to obtain real-world experience in the journal publication process.
Deadline to Apply: September 1
Full Classrooms, More Majors: A Curricular Playbook for Language Programs
What happens when you stop defending your language curriculum and start rethinking it? Kennesaw State University made bold, practical changes based on student interests and needs and sparked dramatic enrollment growth. Discover strategies you can adapt for your own language program.
When: September 10, 7:00 p.m. ET
Natives and Allies who Language: Natives, indigenous educators, and allies will discuss how their ROOTS and identities inform their experiences, positionality and practices as language educators.
When:Â September 22, 7:00 p.m. ET
K-16 Partnerships: Reimagining Language Programs Beyond the Classroom
Learn how a small French club grew into a K–16 network through community partnerships, events, courses, and creative funding. Learn strategies for building your language program beyond the classroom!
When: September 23, 7:00 p.m. ET
Antiracists who Language:Â Scholars and practitioners who center Antiracism in their work and RESIST all forms of bias and discrimination in languages will offer practical ways to embrace antiracism given the current political climate.
When:Â October 27, 2026, 7:00 p.m. ET
Join us at the 2026 ÌÇÐÄVlog Annual Convention and World Languages Expo from November 20-22 at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio, Texas.
Deadline:  Advance Registration ends on October 28, 2026
Classroom Microgrants for Language Educators
This program provides small grants to K-12 educators who are passionate about teaching languages and incorporating cultural elements into their lessons. 100 microgrants of $300 each will be awarded between August 2026 and April 2027.
Deadline for current round:Â Â November 12, 2026, 5:00 p.m. ET
Got an AAPPL Item? ÌÇÐÄVlog Item Writing Opportunity
Our goal is to provide test development opportunities for language educators and experts in the field, as well as to ensure that our teams reflect the rich diversity of the language learning population we serve.Â
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Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI) Familiarization, a fully online asynchronous course
Why take this course? It gives you a foundational understanding for ÌÇÐÄVlog's flagship assessment, the Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI), and helps you integrate the concepts and structure behind this assessment into your dayÂ-to-day instructional practices.
How to Leverage AI to Create a Lesson Plan
Discover how to generate high-quality lesson plans in minutes, all tailored to your specific learning objectives and student needs. Discover how AI can create clear explanations of complex grammar concepts, generate vocabulary lists tailored to specific topics, and even craft engaging quizzes and warm-up activities.
Neurodiversity: An Overview for World Language Educators
This course focuses on neurodiversity in the world language classroom. It challenges the idea that one learning style fits all and emphasizes embracing each student's unique strengths. The course aims to:
• Dismantle the myth that learning differences prevent language acquisition.
• Empower educators to celebrate neurodiversity and create a more inclusive learning environment.
• Equip teachers with research and resources to support all learners.
Digital Micro-Learning Series
The ÌÇÐÄVlog Discover program is designed to support world language educators by offering accessible and flexible digital micro-learning courses, providing the tools they need to make a real impact in the classroom.
Acquiring Language through Mindfulness, Brain Breaks, and Purposeful Play
This course emphasizes the critical role of breaks, mindfulness practices, and structured play in supporting neurodivergent learners and fostering an inclusive classroom environment.Â
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