Finding good CPD for Primary Languages can be a challenge but the Association for Language Learning (ALL) is always a good place to turn. Their annual Primary Languages Conference – sometimes called Acapulco – is a must attend. This year it’s even better as you can ‘attend’ at your leisure rather than being tied to a day, interact with other participants online by aksing questions and commenting, and then attend a live fringe event in November where all the speakers will be there to interact live and in person (online!)
I’m really pleased that I’ve been asked to be one of the presenters and am looking forward to interacting with participants.
Below you can see the other presenters and their themes/topics, as well as details of how to join. As an ALL member it costs only £5 which is an amazing bargain!
Presentations
There are 10 presenters speaking on the theme of ‘The Primary Languages Journey’. The presenters are all experienced teachers who have a wealth of expertise teaching languages to young learners. Their presentations have been recorded and are 20 – 30 minutes in length. They can be viewed as many times as you like until 31st January 2027. You will be able to comment on the presentations, ask questions and share ideas. The presenters and other viewers will be able to respond. Ticket holders will be able to access the videos from Monday 5th October. You can find out more about the programme here
Book a ticket
The ticket gives you access to the video presentations, the Virtual Exhibition and you will also be able to attend the live fringe event via Zoom on Thursday 26th November 7.00 – 8.30pm. Once payment is received, you will be sent a confirmation email with instructions on how to access the recordings. Book here
Booking closes on 21st December.
Cost
The price of the ticket is the same as it has been for the previous conferences.
ALL Member/ECT/Trainee – £5
Non-Member – £25
Live Fringe Event
This will take place on Thursday 26th November 7.00-8.30pm via Zoom. All ticket holders will be sent the link. This will be an opportunity for greater interaction. You will be able to meet the presenters and discuss the presentations with other attendees as well as network in the breakout rooms. The raffle of exhibitor prizes will take place.
Virtual Exhibition and Raffle
There will be a Virtual Exhibition in the form of a video presentation with information about publishers and service providers of primary language materials. You will be able to ask questions about the resources and the exhibitors will be able to respond. In some cases, discount codes will be available for purchasing their resources. The exhibition will be accessed via the same link as the presentations. Many of the exhibitors have offered prizes for the live raffle. To enter the raffle, it is necessary to watch all the presentations to collect the hidden letters. The raffle will be drawn at the live fringe event on the 26th of November.
ALL Membership Offer
All participants will be given a code to obtain a 10% discount on future ALL membership.
