Modern Languages Instructional Web

Posted on December 14, 2009 by Sean James

This site provides information for students of Langara College Modern Languages courses (Chinese, French, Japanese, Spanish). Administered by Sean James.

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The power of voice recording in language teaching

Posted on April 26, 2024 by Sean James

Why is voice recording so important in language teaching?

By recording your language learners’ speech during class activities and assignments, educators can create a comprehensive feedback loop. These recordings serve as tangible evidence of students’ language proficiency and allow educators to provide targeted feedback tailored to individual needs. Additionally, students can self-review their recordings to identify areas for improvement independently, fostering autonomy in their language learning journey. Hearing themselves speak can often be a truly eye opening experience for students.

Read more at https://sanako.com/the-power-of-voice-recording-in-language-teaching

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Langara French Film Festival: La Haine, Thu., Mar. 28, 2:30 pm, A322

Posted on March 28, 2024 by Sean James

Langara French is presenting the final installment of a series of classic modern French films on Thursday, March 28, 2:30 pm, in Room A322. Join us to watch La Haine (1995, French with English subtitles). Snacks will be provided and discussion will follow. Everyone is welcome!

La Haine film showing

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Langara French Film Festival: Intouchable, Thu., Mar. 7, 2:30 pm, A321

Posted on March 6, 2024 by Sean James

Langara French is presenting the second of a series of classic modern French films on Thursday, March 7, Room A321. Join us to watch Intouchables (2011, French with English subtitles). Snacks will be provided and discussion will follow.

Intouchables (2011)

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French Peer Tutoring at the Langara Library Learning Commons

Posted on February 27, 2024 by Sean James

French peer tutoring is available on Tuesdays 2:30-3:30 and Thursdays 10-11 @langaralibrary Learning Commons. See langara.libguides.com/learning-commons/subject-tutoring

French Peer Tutoring

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Langara French Film Festival: Amélie, Thu., Feb. 15, 2:30 pm, A321

Posted on February 13, 2024 by Sean James

All are welcome to enjoy the classic French love story Amélie (French with English subtitles) with us on Thursday, February 15, in Room A321.

Amélie

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36th British Columbia Japanese Speech Contest

Posted on February 12, 2024 by Sean James

36th British Columbia Japanese Speech Contest, Saturday March 2, 2024, UBC Asian Centre. See link for details.

Source: 36th British Columbia Japanese Speech Contest

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Lunar New Year Celebration

Posted on February 6, 2024 by Sean James

Lunar New Year Celebration
Tuesday, Feb 13
A Building, Main Foyer
11:00 am–2:00 pm

Be sure to check out these events:

  • 12:30 pm–12:45 pm Lion Dance Performance by Shao Lin Hung Gar Kung Fu Association
  • 11:30 am–12:30 pm and 1:00 pm–2:00 pm Sugar Painting with Joanna Liu

And throughout the event there will be following activities:

  • Lunar New Year information
  • Learn your zodiac
  • Festive snacks
  • Games and prizes

Source: Langara. News & Events: Events Calendar: Lunar New Year Celebration

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Modern Languages Technical Support, Spring 2024

Posted on January 3, 2024 by Sean James

For Modern Languages course-related technical issues during the Spring 2024 term, please contact Sean James by e-mail or visit him in A344 or his Zoom office on Tuesdays from 3:00-4:00 (see schedule).

For help with Brightspace or Microsoft Office, please visit the Langara Library Learning Commons’ Apps and Brightspace Tutoring.

For typing in French or Spanish, see: Set up your Windows PC to type in French and Spanish.

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French film screening: Nov. 2, 5pm, in A218

Posted on October 26, 2023 by Sean James

French Film Festival – Free Screening of Les Parapluies de Cherbourg

The Department of Modern Languages is excited to present Les Parapluies de Cherbourg (The Umbrellas of Cherbourg, Musical Comedy, 1964, 1h35m), come Thursday Nov 2 at 5pm (Room A218). Screening will be in French with English subtitles. Everyone is welcome!

Les parapluies de Cherbourg

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Japan Field Studies: History and Culture: Information Session

Posted on October 24, 2023 by Sean James

Information Session: Oct 30, 2023, 4:30-5:30, C408

Experience traditional and contemporary Japanese history, religion, culture, and society.

Source: Langara. Programs & Courses: Field Schools: Japan Field Studies: History and Culture: Information Sessions

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