BER — Bureau of Educational Research — K-12 PD Seminars & Conferences

Using AI To Increase WORLD LANGUAGE Student Proficiency and Teacher Efficiency (Grades 6-12)

Wednesday, July 1, 2026OnlineBellevue, WA$295

Do you feel overwhelmed by juggling diverse student needs and limited resources? Is keeping students engaged in today's dynamic world a constant struggle? Do you think you could incorporate AI tools if only you knew which ones to try? Imagine effortlessly tailoring lessons to each student's learning style and pace. Imagine freeing up valuable time to focus on what matters most – nurturing your students' language skills. This is the power of AI in world language learning. Join renowned world…

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Dates
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Format
Online
Location
Bellevue, WA
Cost
$295
Event type
Conference

Who it's for

Teachers

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About this event

Do you feel overwhelmed by juggling diverse student needs and limited resources? Is keeping students engaged in today's dynamic world a constant struggle? Do you think you could incorporate AI tools if only you knew which ones to try? Imagine effortlessly tailoring lessons to each student's learning style and pace. Imagine freeing up valuable time to focus on what matters most – nurturing your students' language skills. This is the power of AI in world language learning. Join renowned world language educator, Elena Buckner, for a NEW, dynamic one-day seminar and discover game-changing AI tools designed to propel your students' proficiency in all four language domains: speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Learn innovative strategies to personalize instruction and ignite a passion for language learning in every student.

Explore timesaving AI resources that streamline your workload and unlock creative new approaches to language acquisition, with built-in work time to explore each new tool. Empower your students to become confident and fluent communicators. Become a more effective and efficient educator. Leave feeling inspired and equipped with the knowledge and tools to transform your teaching with AI. You will leave this seminar with an extensive World Language digital resource handbook and dozens of practical strategies and timesaving AI tools and protocols you can use immediately to improve student success in all your World Language classes.

Many of us in the World Language classroom face similar challenges – juggling diverse student needs, limited resources, and keeping everyone engaged in a fast-paced world. But what if there was a way to significantly improve our teaching and make language learning truly rewarding for our students?

The exciting world of AI offers innovative tools that can personalize learning for each student, boost engagement with interactive activities, and even free up valuable time for more interaction and individualized instruction.

As a fellow World Language educator who is constantly exploring new ways to enhance learning, I've seen firsthand how AI can transform the classroom experience. That's why I'm thrilled to invite you to a special one-day seminar where we'll introduce you to the world of AI advancements and explore how they can specifically benefit your classroom.

Whether you're a seasoned veteran or just starting out, this seminar has something for everyone. Join me on this journey as we unlock the potential of AI to revolutionize our language classrooms and empower our students to reach their full potential!

P.S. Join me for an idea-packed AI day! Be ready to leave with fresh, practical ideas you can implement in your World Language classes immediately!

Extensive Digital Resource Handbook Each participant will receive an extensive digital resource handbook giving you access to countless strategies. The handbook includes:

For in-person seminars, registrants will also receive a printed copy of the resource handbook as long as their registration is received in the BER office at least 15 calendar days before the event.

Share Ideas This seminar provides a wonderful opportunity for participants to share ideas with other educators interested in integrating AI tools to enhance their World Language program.

Consultation Available Elena Buckner will be available for consultation regarding your questions and the unique needs of your own program.

Semester Credit Option Up to four graduate level professional development credits are available with an additional fee and completion of follow-up practicum activities. Details for direct enrollment with University of Massachusetts Global, a nonprofit affiliate, will be available at this program.

Meet Inservice Requirements Participants of both the Live Online Seminar and those completing the Recorded Version online can receive a certificate of participation that may be used to verify five continuing education hours. State CEUs are available for both versions of the course. For specific details, visit www.ber.org/ceus.

What you'll learn

  • Functional and highly effective strategies for beginning to integrate Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to enhance your World Language classes
  • Practical AI tips to help World Language teachers save time without sacrificing learning
  • Scaffolding student learning through AI
  • New and innovative ideas that allow students to take ownership of their learning by using AI to create personalized and authentic engagement opportunities
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