SLI 2024 Event Information

Theme: "Engagement and Motivation in the Language Classroom" 

SLI 2024 Themes and Speakers

Kate Grovergrys

Kate Grovergrys

Kate Grovergrys is a skilled educator with over 25 years of experience delivering engaging language instruction. Her current position is at Madison Area Technical College, and she holds a B.A. from Valparaiso University in Indiana, and a M.A. from the University of Wisconsin - Madison. 

Ying Jin

Ying Jin

Ying Jin is a passionate and enthusiastic educator of Chinese language and culture with over 20 years of teaching experience in diverse educational settings. She currently teaches at Cupertino High School in California. 

Technology and Classroom Engagement: Strategies and Solutions

This is a highly participatory discussion that focuses on using technology to engage students across the three modes of communication at the appropriate proficiency level. Come ready to talk about your experience and questions with fellow colleagues. Moderated by Kathleen Shelton, ODEW, ACTFL.      

Workshop Details

Monday, August 5th: Leah Adelson, PhD; University of Cincinnati

"Culture in the Classroom with Authentic Texts"

  • Participants will walk away with resources, strategies and ideas for integrating culture and language in lessons through the use of authentic texts.

Tuesday, August 6th: Ashley Anneken, Adriana Prieto Quintero, Anne Lingwall Odio, PhD; University of Cincinnati

"Mindful Curricula and Classrooms: Lessons from Real Teachers in Real Programs"

  • Participants will walk away with a plan on how to engage in reflective teaching practices and integrate world language learning into the general school environment.

Wednesday, August 7th: Marcia Davis, World Language Middle School; Columbus, Ohio

"Unlocking Student Engagement: Who Really Holds the Keys?"

  • Participants will walk away with a template for lesson design that will encourage student engagement that supports acquisition-driven instruction.

Travel Information

The CEDAR LRC is pleased to offer a discounted group rate at the Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Cincinnati Uptown/University Area for attendees of the Summer Language Institute. The address is 2500 S Market St, Cincinnati, OH 45219. Attendees will have until July 24th to book at the Fairfield Inn with the discounted rate. To reserve your room, you may either: 

  1. Click the booking link: Book your group rate for the CEDAR Summer Language Institute or
  2. Call the hotel directly at 513.281.2200 and reference group name:  CEDAR Summer Language Institute

Please note that reservations are with the Fairfield Inn and not under the jurisdiction of the CEDAR LRC.

Daily Schedule 2024

  • 8:00am-9:00am         Registration & Networking
  • 9:00am-10:30am       Keynote with Q&A Session - Kate Grovergrys
  • 10:30am-10:45am     Coffee Break 
  • 10:45am-11:15am     Activity Blast! 
  • 11:15am-12:30pm     Keynote Speaker Workshop - Kate Grovergrys
  • 12:30am-1:30pm       Lunch (provided) 
  • 1:30pm-2:00pm         Activity Blast!
  • 2:15pm-4:00pm         Workshop 
  • 4:00pm-4:15pm         Coffee Break
  • 4:15pm-4:45pm         Exhibitions (vendor & VR booths) 
  • 8:00am-9:00am         Registration & Networking
  • 9:00am-10:30am       Keynote with Q&A Session - Ying Jin
  • 10:30am-10:45am     Coffee Break  
  • 10:45am-11:15am     Activity Blast! 
  • 11:15am-12:30pm     Keynote Speaker Workshop - Ying Jin
  • 12:30am-1:30pm       Lunch (provided)
  • 1:30pm-2:00pm         Activity Blast! 
  • 2:15pm-4:00pm         Workshop 
  • 4:00pm-4:15pm         Coffee Break
  • 4:15pm-4:45pm         Exhibitions (vendor & VR booths)
  • 8:00am-9:00am         Registration & Networking
  • 9:00am-10:00am       Roundtable Discussion: “Technology and Classroom Management:                                     Suggestions and Solutions”
  • 10:00am-10:15am     Coffee Break 
  • 10:15am-10:45am     Activity Blast! 
  • 10:45am-12:00pm     Workshop 
  • 12:00pm-1:00pm       Lunch (provided) and Closing Remarks