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First CLEAR lecture of the semester

The first CLEAR (formerly CALR) lecture of the new semester is taking place on Wednesday 9th October from 5.00-6.30pm in Lecture Theatre C, Avenue Campus, University of Southampton. The session is entitled “The Effect of Construction Frequency and Native Transfer on the L2 knowledge of the Syntax-Discourse Interface” and will be presented by Professor Roumyana Slabakova from the University of Southampton. All welcome. Continue reading →

Lifelong Learning language classes begin next week!

If you’re considering learning a new language this semester, or brushing up on your existing language skills, this week is your last chance to book a place on the University’s Lifelong Learning language courses for Semester 1! Lifelong Learning at the University of Southampton has announced an expanded programme for the new academic year, including a range of languages evening classes to suit all abilities from complete beginner to advanced conversationalist. Continue reading →

Call for papers – LLAS e-learning symposium 2014

Do you make innovative use of technology in language teaching and learning? Have you been experimenting with MOOCs and wish to share your experiences? Do you use social networking sites, virtual worlds or mobile technology with your language students? Are you engaging students in the creation or use of open educational resources? If so, then the LLAS community would like to hear from you! LLAS will be holding its 9th annual e-learning symposium on 23rd-24th January 2014 and has extended its... Continue reading →

Study Abroad Bloggers for Humanities

Six Study Abroad Bloggers, all undergraduate Southampton Humanities students currently on their third year abroad study/work placements, have been selected across a variety of Humanities disciplines. The bloggers will be writing about their experiences from the very beginning of their journey as they step into the unknown, right up until the end of their trips as they arrive back in Southampton in the summer of 2014. Continue reading →

New publication of Case Studies of Openness in the Language Classroom launched today!

Launched today – a new volume of case studies, which showcases some of the ways in which language practitioners in different settings are engaging with the concept of openness in language teaching and learning. Contributors include no less than five University of Southampton staff. The book covers: open tools for collaboration; sharing resources; sharing practices; collaborative learning and student-generated content; and learner autonomy. Continue reading →

Workshop 7-8 November: ELF and multilingual practices in professional contexts

Workshop: ELF and multilingual practices in professional contexts 7-8 November 2013 University of Southampton Please register by emailing:  elf.ren.workshop@gmail.com English is today recognised as the language of international workplace communication. All over the world, not only in business but also in international organisations, English as a Lingua Franca has become increasingly adopted both for internal and external communications. Continue reading →

ILC Symposium 6 November 2013: New Directions for Research in Language and Culture

The Institute for Language and Culture is holding a one-day symposium to explore ‘New Directions for Research in Language and Culture’ on Wednesday 6 November 2013. The event will include keynote presentations by external speakers, the inaugural lecture of Professor Marion Demossier, an engaging panel discussion and debate about the future of language and culture research, and opportunities to hear about current research at the ILC. Continue reading →