March 14, 2005
Immersion Institutes For French and Spanish
The University of Washington is offering two immersion institutes this summer for pre- or in-service teachers of French and Spanish.
The Guatemala Experience: Immersion in Spanish Language, Culture and History in Antigua, July 24-Aug. 10, 2005. Features of the institute include one-on-one language instruction, group class in Guatemalan culture and history, excursions in the area, visits to local schools and several days around Lake Atitlan. For more info visit: http://www.outreach.washington.edu/k12/spanish/
Québec's Language, Culture and Society in the Classroom: An immersion institute for French teachers, July 4-22, 2005. Components on Québec's history, language and cultural traditions are integrated with pedagogy, including using technology. For more info visit: http://www.outreach.washington.edu/k12/quebec/default.asp