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Dealing with “Adverse Childhood Experiences” in the Classroom
Many language teachers work with people who have experienced violent conflict. What can teachers do to help students who have experienced trauma? Jessica Lahey’s article in the Atlantic looks at adverse childhood experiences in U.S. elementary schools and gives some ideas for How Teachers Help Students Who’ve Survived Trauma. Continue reading
Instructor Needed for TESOL Program
The TESOL program at Eastern Mennonite University (Dept. of Language & Literature) is looking for a qualified person to teach one section of Introduction to Linguistics in the fall semester 2015. A masters degree in linguistics is required or a masters in TESOL with significant course work in linguistics. Teaching experience preferred. Send your CV … Continue reading
Language and the immigrant: friend or foe?
Cara Ediger’s post on her new blog articulates well the connections of building peace through the language we use. Check it out!
Volunteer English Teaching in Somaliland
An Anabaptist mission agency is looking for volunteers to teach English in Somaliland. Terms of service are usually 2 years, and living conditions are very basic. Volunteers will liaise with a small team of American believers who teach in the area. For more information, contact Jimm Derksen at jimmd@emm.org.
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“Write for Rights” on International Human Rights Day
December 10th has been declared “Human Rights Day.” Although human rights must be recognized every day, having a day in the year to draw attention to issues of human rights can be a way to promote discussion and action. Continue reading
Welcoming Diverse Cultures in Public Schools
In societies such as Canada and the United States, cultural diversity in the classroom can be a challenge to educators and to school systems. Multiple cultures and languages operating within one classroom can be a rich experience, but can also contribute to conflict when assumptions and stereotypes come into play. How can teachers and schools respond in healthy ways to changing demographics? Continue reading
Restorative Justice in Education Program Offered by Eastern Mennonite University
A unique array of restorative justice courses are being offered to educators in Lancaster area through Eastern Mennonite University as part of the larger Restorative Justice in Education (RJE) concentration. Continue reading
Language Learning and Teaching Opportunity in China
This unique opportunity for language learning and teaching in China is through Mennonite Church Canada. Check out the description and contact them for more information on their website: http://www.mennonitechurch.ca.
Global Justice Topics in the Language Class
When most people think of peace education, they think of talking about peace and justice issues in class. Many language educators try to integrate peace education in this way and seek materials and curriculum that focus on global justice. Continue reading
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