About the Language Institute
The Language Institute is a hub on the UW-Madison campus for collaboration in education, advising, outreach and research related to the study of human languages. The Language Institute is an initiative of the College of Letters & Science, with substantial support from The International Division.
Quick Links to Language Institute-Supported Programs
Promoting Student Engagement and Retention in College Language Courses
Bobby Hobgood, University of North Carolina at Charlotte, 3:00-4:15 pm, Friday, February 15, 1418 Van Hise Hall
A workshop for language instructors on creating purposeful, meaningful learning experiences both in and outside of the classroom.
Thinking for Speaking about Motion in Russian and English: An Eye tracking Investigation
Victoria Hasko, University of Georgia, 12:00 pm, Thursday, February 28, 1418 Van Hise Hall
Does the language that we speak influence the way that we think, perceive reality or remember certain aspects of it? This talk discusses research on the domain of motion to investigate the differences in how native speakers of English and Russian talk about motion and space and how they interrogate motion events not only verbally but also visually.
Gender Diversity and L2 pedagogy: Adapting Classroom Practice for Inclusivity and Intercultural Competence Development
Kris Knisely, University of Arizona, 2:00-5:00 pm, Friday, March 1, 254 Van Hise Hall
A workshop for language instructors on gender diversity as it relates to inclusive language teaching practices.