Events

Language-related events in Scotland and beyond. Does not claim to be comprehensive or represent the views of SCILT.


Early Years

Scottish Learning Festival 2012

SLF 2012 takes place on Wednesday 19 and Thursday 20 September in the SECC, Glasgow. The theme for this year’s festival is Creative Learning...Creativ...

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Language Show Live 2012

Running for over 23 years, Language Show Live 2012 returns with an incredible line-up of speakers, more classes and exhibitors than ever before and ne...

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Arabic Language and Culture in Schools

Organised by the Association for Language Learning and the British Council, with support from the Anglo-Omani Society and other partners, this one day...

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SALT Annual Conference: Excellence in Practice

With assistance from SCILT, Scotland’s National Centre for Languages and the University of Strathclyde, the annual conference of the Scottish Associat...

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ESRC Festival of Social Sciences - Talk in two languages: a problem or a skill?

When talking together, bilinguals often use both their languages. Not only may they use two languages in the same conversation, but even in the same s...

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Free CPD workshops for teachers of Chinese

SCILT/CISS are offering two workshops for teachers of Chinese on 9 November 2012 at the University of Strathclyde. These workshops are free and are op...

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Scotland in Conversation with China

Scotland in Conversation with China is a programme of events being held across Scotland which aims to encourage further discussion of the important ob...

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"Let's Become a Bilingual Family" (BILFAM): A project on bringing languages to children at home

Antonella Sorace and Martha Robinson (University of Edinburgh and Bilingualism Matters) will present the Scottish results of the recently completed BI...

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Spanish Seminar: En español, ¿por qué no? - Delivering the curriculum through Spanish

The seminar will be debating the opportunities offered by integrating the learning of Spanish and curriculum content, with the support of recent exper...

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EU project FolkDC workshop for teachers

Lapin wants to see Santa

After a successful Fringe summer run, Lapin and his friends return to the theatre with 'Lapin wants to see Santa' where the lovely French rabbit wants...

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Galette des Rois Janvier 2013

Celebrate the Epiphany with authentic galettes, refreshments, a presentation on the origins of this celebration and a bilingual quiz. The AF Glasgow i...

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e-Learning Symposium 2013

LLAS, Centre for Languages, Linguistics and Area Studies will hold its 8th annual elearning symposium on 24/25th January 2013. The aim of the symposiu...

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ICT and Languages Conference 2013 ILILC3

The programme will offer a range of session with the emphasis this year very much on ‘hands-on’ workshops, where colleagues can really get to grips wi...

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SQA Subject Implementation Days for Modern Languages

SQA will be running a programme of Subject Implementation Events (from October 2012 to March 2013) at various venues around the country, to support th...

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Language World 2013

Language World is a conference, two days of nonstop CPD, an exhibition, a social event, and a chance for teachers from all over the country to meet up...

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Glow meet - developing language skills through phonics

SCILT Professional Learning Community along with Glow TV will be hosting a range of events beginning on Tuesday 14 May at 4.00pm. This first work...

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The June Event

The June Event is a conference and exhibition for language teachers organised by the London Branch of ALL and Linguascope. The theme for the 2013 edit...

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WorldCALL 2013

The prestigious WorldCALL 2013 conference will take place in Glasgow, Scotland, 10-13 July 2013. This is the first time that WorldCALL has been hosted...

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Lapin Wants to See Santa

It's Christmas! Lapin wants to invite Santa for a hot chocolate, but will Papa Noel have time to accept his invitation? To find out, join the lovely F...

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SALT TeachMeet

The provisional programme for primary looks at teaching modern languages in the early years and various aspects of 1+2 in the primary.  The secon...

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Early start to French & How children learn their own and other languages from an early age

Live on Radio EDUtalk: Maryse Payen-Roy, Modern Languages Support & Development Team, Glasgow.
Posted in: Early Years, French

Gaelic Immersion Week for Teachers

Bòrd na Gàidhlig is pleased to inform you a Gaelic Immersion Week for Teachers will be taking place at Sabhal Mòr Ostaig, Sleat, Isle of Skye, Monday ...

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Early Language Learning: Theory and Practice in 2014

In the year when Umeå celebrates its role as European Capital of Culture 2014, we would like to welcome you to join us during the long summer days in ...

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Early Language Learning: Theory and Practice in 2014

Department of Language Studies, Umeå University are happy to announce the first international conference at Umeå on the theme of young children learni...

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China day at the University of Aberdeen: Building bridges and building capacity in Chinese

Focus on young people, ages 3-18Short presentations by pupils (3 minutes!) and lively workshopsSee the Confucius Institute for the University of Aberd...

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New adventure for Lapin!

Lapin is back! In the early stages of its development, get a taste of Le Petit Monde's brand new bilingual show starring the French speaking rabbit pu...

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Open House: Spring Session

Discover all our courses for Spring, meet our teachers and attend one of the mini-courses that will give you a taster of next term. In the theatre, th...

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Lapin is too hot - bilingual puppet show on Glow TV

*THIS IS THE SESSION POSTPONED FROM 5 JUNE*This exciting Glow TV event includes: A puppet show performance featuring the lovely rabbit and his friend ...

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Family Saturday: Rois et Reines

Start off the new year sampling the 'galette des rois' at the Institut français. Children will also enjoy tales, songs and crafts, all in French....

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TeachMeet Glasgow (unplugged)

TeachMeets are such a fantastic opportunity for teachers to get together and share ideas. TeachMeet Glasgow (unplugged) brings this opportunity to the...

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Young language learners symposium 2016

The conference will focus on early second language learning in school contexts (pre-primary and primary), covering different bilingual and L2 provisio...

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Edinburgh Fringe - The Wonderful World of Lapin puppet show

The Edinburgh Fringe Festival programme is now available and the bilingual puppet show for children, The Wonderful World of Lapin, will appeal to chil...

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An t-Alltan 2016 conference

The An t-Alltan 2016 conference for Gaelic teachers and Early Years staff will be held in the MacDonald Aviemore Conference Centre on 28 and 29 Septe...

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Language Show Live - Olympia

Programme applications are invited for this year's Language Show Live at Olympia, London.There are several ways to participate. Showcase your work in ...

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Le Petit Monde - Puppet Show and Story-making

Join Lapin and his French speaking puppet friends in their Christmas adventure! The show will be followed by a bilingual story-making session where ch...

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'Wee Write' Book Festival Family Day

There are Gaelic and Scots sessions at this year's Family Day at the Wee Write Children's Book Festival at the Mitchell Library in Glasgow.Adventures ...

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1+2 Language Policy in Scotland: UCMLS Action Plan Proposals Launch

Looking forward to 2020 and beyond. Launch of UCMLS Cross-Sector Action Plan Proposals in support of 1+2.After extensive consultation with stakeholder...

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Spanish Advanced Language Training

Join the Language Hub for a 3-hour advanced (Level C1/C2) Spanish language course on 17 June.Current affairs, cultural issues and some grammar and voc...

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An t-Alltan/ Conference for Practitioners of Gaelic Education

Practitioners are invited to register for this conference, organised by Stòrlann. Education Scotland will also be delivering workshops which fo...

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Jumping Languages and other bilingual stories

The workshop will engage both children (pre-school and primary ages) and their parents on the topic of bilingualism and code mixing. Through creative ...

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Lapin Is Hungry - the Bilingual Picture Book for All

Lapin Is Hungry! What will the French rabbit want to eat? To find out, join Tania and her puppet friends in this delightful bilingual puppet show foll...

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French storytelling workshop for children

The Alliance Française Glasgow is delighted to invite children to a fun afternoon, in collaboration with Tania Czajka, from Le Petit Monde on W...

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Council of Europe Launching Conference: CEFR Companion Volume with New Descriptors (CEFR/CV)

The Education Policy Division of the Council of Europe will organise a conference on 16-17 May 2018, in Strasbourg, France, to launch the CEFR Compani...

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Não Não at Edinburgh International Children's Festival

Não (No, in Portuguese) is a mischievous little boy made of clay who discovers a world of mud, water and talc. Não likes to jump in pudd...

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LanguageStrathclyde 2018: Conversations about Language Learning

Are you interested in the teaching and learning of modern languages? SCILT, Scotland's National Centre for Languages and The School of Education are d...

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Erasmus+ and eTwinning Twilight Session

Erasmus+ and eTwinning offer a range of fantastic opportunities for UK schools to connect with schools across Europe, including F...

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Scottish Learning Festival (SLF) 2018

The Scottish Learning Festival, 19-20 September 2018, is the annual conference and exhibition for the teaching profession in Scotland. Co-located wit...

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An t-Alltan - Conference for Practitioners of Gaelic Education

The An t-Alltan 2018 conference for Gaelic teachers and Early Years staff will be held in the MacDonald Aviemore Conference Centre on 26 and 27&...

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Workshop for children - Lapin is hungry

Tania from “Le petit Monde” will present a new bilingual picture book based on its French puppets Lapin and friends.  ...

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Connecting Classrooms: Learning for the Sustainable Development Goals

Teachers working at every level in Scottish education are invited to join Scotdec in Edinburgh for this free 3-part course. Learning for the SDGs i...

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Webinar: Evidencing Learning through Book Creator

Education Scotland's Digital Skills Team will be showcasing the range of tools within the free version of BookCreator and its potential use in all...

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Connecting Classrooms: Learning for the SDGs

Looking for fun and exciting ideas to bring into the classroom for your learners around the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals? Learning for the S...

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Standardised National Assessments for Gàidhlig - Developments within GME – Assessment

This event run by Education Scotland for GME teachers in Early Years, Primary and Secondary, provides an opportunity to hear about the most recent dev...

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Book event for kids - Inch and Grub by Alastair Chisholm

Come and join author Alastair Chisholm at the Institut français in Edinburgh for one-hour reading and discussion on the book Inch and Grub. You w...

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Scottish Learning Festival 2022

The Scottish Learning Festival (SLF) is the biggest professional learning event for educators in Scotland. We warmly welcome everyone who works in sch...

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Young children’s language learning pathways: Making early language learning visible

The PALINGUI project aims to make early language learning in educational contexts visible through a range of methods and tools. These make it possible...

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SALT Conference 2022 - Call for proposals

The SALT Conference 2022 will take place virtually on Saturday 5 November 2022.  The conference team is now inviting proposals from colleagues...

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How to approach early years and KS1 primary foreign languages

Join the webinar to explore effective resources, lesson planning and building strong foundations for very young language learners. Visit the websit...

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Languages in the Early Years: Show and Tell

Calling all practitioners working within early level. Would you like to know more about language learning and teaching in the Early Years? Why don&rsq...

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"Lapin is Hungry" book launch & puppet show

As part of the Mois de La Francophonie and to celebrate the recent publication by CALEC of her bilingual picture book Lapin is Hungry, autho...

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L'heure du conte

Storytelling offers the perfect opportunity for children to spend some quality time with their family and nourish their imagination. Join us to hea...

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Book Discovery - Texts to support EAL learners (primary)

Join Scottish Book Trust for this Book Discovery session to explore a range of contemporary texts you could use when working with EAL children at Earl...

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Scottish Education Information Day for Ukrainian Families

SCILT, in partnership with Barnardos, is hosting an event designed to familiarise Ukrainian refugee families who have moved to Scotland with the Scott...

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Early Years Gaelic Song & Story Session Training

Bòrd na Gàidhlig is hosting a training session at the Mitchell Library in Glasgow which aims to support participants to deliver an earl...

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Posted in: Early Years, Gaelic
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