ATCS Arabic Teaching K-20 Workshop

March 2, 2024, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Alif Institute, 3288 Marjan Dr, Atlanta, GA 30340

The Arabic Teachers Council of the South is organizing a workshop for K-20 teachers on "Innovations in Teaching Arabic."

It will be a day long event from 9 am to 4 pm, and doors open at 8 am with presenters including:

• “Preparing Students for Study Abroad: A Practical Exploration”
  Katy Whiting, Managing Director, Sijal Institute in Amman, Jordan

• “Teaching Grammar for Proficiency”
  Ghazi Abuhakema, Associate Professor, College of Charleston, SC

• “Creating Resources to Navigate the Richness of Arab Culture”
  Raja Benchekroun, Foreign Language & Culture Instructor, The University of South Florida

• “Google Maps as a Tool for Immersive Learning”
  Laila Kharrat, Upper School French and Arabic Teacher & Department Chair of Classical and Modern Languages, The Episcopal School of Dallas, Texas

• “Transforming Arabic Education with AI: Dynamic Teaching, Engaging Activities, Personalized”
  Jomana Wilson, Vice President, Georgia Arabic Teachers Association

• “Using Films to Explore Social Justice Issues in Arabic Classes”
  Mariya Chakir, Senior Lecturer, Valdosta State University, Georgia

Time: 9:00am- 4:00pm ET

Location: Alif Institute, 3288 Marjan Dr, Atlanta, GA 30340

Register here!