This online implementation method is for individuals both new and experienced to OWL. The implementation can include combinations of: 1-2 hours of online, one-on-one training on how to implement. 1 hour of first week feedback. 1 hour of video review. 1 hour of creating a structure work (lesson planning). 1 hour of assessment or rubric (more…)
The Hourly Consultation is for teachers who are wanting one-on-one support, follow-up, or just a Q&A. Register here and we will contact you to set up the specific time and day, or email info@organicworldlanguage.com to set it up. Look forward to connecting with you! (more…)
Join a dynamic, virtual professional development experience where teachers learn to implement a proficiency based, student-directed learning environment. The four day experience focuses on the whole teacher and student through Social and Emotional Learning practices, experiential learning of OWL methods and strategies, and implementation of target language, multiliteracies, and community in the classroom. The (more…)
We are currently living through a time when our classroom and daily lives have changed considerably as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The past months have brought many challenges: for dedicated teachers, providing learning opportunities in difficult circumstances and going to work fearful of bringing COVID-19 home with them, and for students, adapting to (more…)
A strong community is essential to fostering a love of language and communication in our classrooms. We kick off our Series by modeling how to build community, while focusing on the essential element of Social and Emotional Learning, and the need for play. With intentional teaching, this session will offer specific activities and strategies to (more…)
Winter is here and educators are grappling with burning questions that keep them from creating the joyful, engaging classrooms that had blossomed pre-pandemic. This five session series takes the questions that OWL has heard from educators, administrators, and students and gives them feasible, realistic solutions that can be implemented in the virtual, hybrid, or socially (more…)
Virtual and hybrid learning demonstrate the essential need for students and teachers to embody SEL strategies in daily practice. When students recognize the relevance of content that is being used in the classroom, and its connection to themselves, they are more willing to connect. This session will implement OWL strategies to demonstrate how to: Provide (more…)
Are you wondering how to create an engaging, proficiency-based virtual environment? Join this powerful one-day training where you will experience the techniques to effectively build community, stay in the target language and provide structure that still allows students to guide the learning. You will come together with a nationwide community that encourages participants to engage (more…)
Looking for fresh ideas, or some time to try out some new strategies, techniques, games, or activities in the classroom? This ninety minute session will give you the opportunity to collaborate and share with colleagues around the country. Facilitated by an experienced OWL Trainer, Idea Share & Lab Time will give the participant effective (more…)
An essential goal in the virtual or hybrid classroom is personal agency and motivation. Cultivating self-management and growth strategies allows students and teachers to effectively progress throughout an uncertain year. While experiencing OWL methods, participants will: Share strategies and techniques for self-discipline and self organization. Create a bank of positive-language based feedback strategies to empower (more…)
