| LEADERSHIP UPDATES |
| LETTER FROM THE CHAIR |
Kayla Landers, Lehigh University, Pennsylvania, USA |
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| LETTER FROM THE CHAIR-ELECT |
Sarah Emory, Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA |
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| LETTER FROM THE EDITORS |
Elka Kristó Nagy, Yale University, New Haven, Connecticut, USA
Ekaterina Arshavskaya, Utah State University, Logan, Utah, USA |
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| ARTICLES |
| FOCUSING ON PROMINENCE TO ENHANCE ITA COMMUNICATION IN THE CLASSROOM |
Edna F. Lima, Ohio University, Athens, Ohio, USA |
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This article explains the importance of prominence in ITA classes and presents some practical ideas about how to teach prominence to this group of students. Read More |
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| CREATING ENGAGING AND MEANINGFUL ONLINE EXPERIENCES |
Kelly M. Torres, TCSPP |
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Although video conferencing platforms offer many advantages, language learners often experience feelings of being overwhelmed through prolonged online sessions. Creating engaging, authentic, and meaningful virtual experiences expand learning while mitigating feelings of burnout. The inclusion of technological tools and engaging activities within virtual learning further combats feelings of fatigue. Read More |
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| TODAY'S ITAS ARE TOMORROW'S UNIVERSITY PRESIDENTS AND POLITICIANS |
Dr. Roger Anderson, Central State University, Wilberforce, Ohio, USA |
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This commentary results from the author’s observations in an international virtual meeting, underscoring the critical importance of ITA educators. Read More |
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| THINKING OUT LOUD: REVISITING (AND REEXAMINING) ITA LANGUAGE POLICIES |
Darren K. LaScotte, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA |
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In this article, I discuss shifts in the language policies and ideologies that originally led to the creation of ITA programs. Given new understandings of the linkages between language, race, and “appropriate” language, I problematize the challenges and inconsistencies that are embedded in such policies, and I invite readers to think of what future policy changes may be warranted. Read More |
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| ABOUT THIS COMMUNITY |
| LOOKING FOR A NEW COMMUNITY EVENTS LEADER |
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| CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS |
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| HISTORY OF ITA INTEREST SECTION |
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| TESOL ITA-IS NEW MEMBERS |
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