Note: All workshops will be conducted in French, while the discussion periods will take place in a bilingual format.
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Carrefour francophone : savoirs et pratiques
Université de printemps
May 12, 2025 to May 13, 2025 — 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
From May 12 to 13, 2025, the Official Languages and Bilingualism Institute (OLBI), in partnership with the Fédération internationale des professeurs de français (FIPF), will host the inaugural edition of a Université de printemps titled Carrefour francophone: savoirs et pratiques. This gathering is designed by and for teachers as well as key stakeholders of the Canadian Francophonie outside Quebec and internationally.
Overview
Carrefour francophone: savoirs et pratiques, will feature practical workshops offering specialized training. These workshops will address the specific needs of the profession while fostering the sharing of initiatives, challenges, and successes.
Proposed Themes
- Artificial Intelligence and other innovations
- Plurilingualism: busting myths
- Digital accessibility in minority contexts
- Association engagement and leadership
- Agency
Accessibility
If you require accommodation, please contact [email protected] as soon as possible.
Preliminary program
| Time | Activity |
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| 8:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. | Registration and reception |
| 9 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. | Word of welcome |
| 9:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. | Opening remarks: Une vision partagée et des principes communs pour l'éducation aux langues en période de fragilité démocratique - quel rôle pour le Conseil de l'Europe ? Presented by: Sarah Breslin |
| 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. | Tour of INNOVA SPACE |
| 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. (Parallel presentations) |
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| 12:15 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. | Lunch |
| 1:30 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. (Parallel presentations) |
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| 2:45 p.m. to 4 p.m. (Parallel presentations) |
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| 4 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. | Coffee break |
| 4:15 p.m. to 5 p.m. | Summary of discussions |
| 5:30 p.m. | Reception and networking |