Category: Professional Development

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Prof. Devel.: Int’l Facult Devel. Seminar “World Fuels: Global Trends and Eurasian Perspectives” (CIEE)

Deadline for Registration: March 16, 2017

Join CIEE this summer in Moscow for our International Faculty Development Seminar entitled, “World Fuels: Global Trends and Eurasian Perspectives”  (https://www.ciee.org/international-faculty-development-seminars/russia/energy-policy/). The program takes place June 6 to June 15th.

This program offers opportunities for U.S. faculty and researchers to take part in a global energy dialogue by exploring issues in energy diplomacy with leading Russian academic experts and practitioners. Drastic changes in economic and political contexts make global energy security one of the major driving forces of international relations. The issues of market efficiency, energy shortages, price volatility, and the “game of pipelines” are at the edge of every national security agenda. As one of the major players on global energy scene, Russia has a critical role in the world energy system.

The program will be led by Dr. Irina Bolgova, an associate professor in the Department of Applied Analysis at Moscow State Institute for International Relations (MGIMO).

For more information, please contact Erin Santana at esantana@ciee.org.

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Prof. Devel.: Summer Institute on Slavic & Eurasian Language Pedagogy, Research & Testing (Duke U.)

Session 1 Dates: July 12-14, 2017
Session 2 Dates: July 14-16, 2017

SLAVIC AND EURASIAN LANGUAGE RESOURCE CENTER, DUKE UNIVERSITY
is pleased to announce its Summer Institute on Slavic & Eurasian Language Pedagogy, Research & Testing

Session 1 (July 12-14)—Acquisition, Techniques, and Technologies
Session 2 (July 14-16)—Russian Proficiency Testing

The Duke Slavic and Eurasian Language Resource Center will host a summer institute from July 12-16 for instructors (K-12 and university faculty) and language program coordinators in Slavic and Eurasian languages.

The summer institute will be held in two sessions offered back-to-back. Participants may attend one or both sessions. Both sessions will be held on the campus of Duke University in Durham, North Carolina.

Session 1 (July 12-14): The first session will include presentations by speakers from Duke University, Indiana University, the University of Arizona, the National Aeronautic and Space Administration, and other leading institutions on topics including:
•       Teaching language and culture through film
•       Specialized language instruction at the advanced and superior levels
•       The use of technology in the language classroom
•       Integrating heritage students in the language classroom
•       Addressing the needs of differently-abled students
•       Using computer technologies to create pedagogical materials
•       The role of grammar in proficiency-based instruction
•       Popular culture and language instruction
Web resources for Slavic and East European language teachers

Session 2 (July 14-16): The second session will consist of a workshop on Russian language proficiency testing conducted by a leading Russian language proficiency test developer who is a TRKI [тестирование русского как иностранного] examiner. TRKI is the Russian Federation language proficiency testing system for five areas of linguistic competence (aural comprehension, reading, writing, speaking, and grammar/lexicon) developed and administered by the Russian Ministry of Education and Science, and is the Russian component of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) developed by the Council of Europe. Continue reading “Prof. Devel.: Summer Institute on Slavic & Eurasian Language Pedagogy, Research & Testing (Duke U.)”

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Prof. Devel.: Certificate in Applied Translation (U. Houston-Victoria)

Deadline for Applications: March 01, 2017

Applied Literary Translation

SUMMER 2017 (June 12-September 8) Application Deadline: March 1 The University of Houston-Victoria and Dalkey Archive Press invite applications from emerging translators for the Certificate in Applied Literary Translation, a three-month intensive online program that leads to the publication of students’ first book-length translation. Additionally, for students interested in an MFA option for literary translation, UHV is now offering an MFA in Creative Writing in Applied Literary Translation. For more information, please see the link below. Emerging Translators will:

  • Work closely with a Dalkey Archive editor to review your translations in weekly Skype sessions
  • Earn an industry-recognized Certificate and 12 credit hours 
that can be put towards an MFA in Translation, Publishing, or Creative Writing
  • Write readers reports and prepare sample translations • Discover writers that haven’t yet been translated into English
  • Be given the opportunity to participate in an optional two-week visit to Dalkey’s office in Dublin, Ireland, to meet with guest translators, authors, and critics.
  • Write book reviews of translations
  • Learn the principles of marketing literary translations
  • Analyze the practices of the media in relation to translation
  • Study the relationship between commercial publishing and small presses in relation to translation
  • Learn the basics of the business of publishing literary translations

The Certificate Program in Applied Literary Translation:

  • Offers both intense training and the publication of a book
  • Encourages applications of non-native English speakers with advanced English-language skills
  • Strongly recommends early applications

For more information about the program, including how to apply and a list of FAQs, visit: http://www.uhv.edu/arts-and-sciences/graduate-programs/literary-translation/ or http://www.dalkeyarchive.com/applied-literary-translation/ For more information about the MFA in Creative Writing – Applied Literary Translation, visit: http://www.uhv.edu/arts-and-sciences/graduate-programs/creative-writing/ Any further questions may be directed to: translation@dalkeyarchive.com.

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Prof. Devel.: Training Seminar for International Electoral Observers (EIUC)

Deadline for Applications: February 12, 2017

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Training seminar for International Electoral Observers

Admissions to the two, three-day, modules (20-22 March 2017 and 23-25 March 2017) of the Training seminar for International Electoral Observers are open until 12 February 2017.

Open and legitimate elections are the indispensable foundation for sustainable development and an effective democracy. Actions supporting the right to participate in genuine elections can play a major role in sustaining peace, security and conflict prevention. Support takes the form of electoral assistance projects and election observation missions. This requires skilled and trained observers.

Target: The two modules are devoted to those applicants with no experience in election observation or to those observers who have participated to a maximum of two missions as short term observers.

Eligibility: Lectures are conceived for an audience of graduates mainly in Law, Political Sciences, Economics, Sociology, Philosophy, Anthropology or similar who want to address international election observation from a multi-disciplinary approach that will be useful in further engagements on the field.

Training language: all courses will be held in English. It is, therefore, essential that all participants understand and speak English fluently.

More information on the Training seminar for International Electoral Observers and the programme can be found here: www.eiuc.org/ieo

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Prof. Devel.: Online Dissertation Workshop for Russian, East European, and Eurasian Studies Students (U. of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign)

Date & Time: February 23, 2017, 9:00-3:30pm (CT)

The Slavic Reference Service is teaming with Slavic librarians from prominent research institutions to offer an online doctoral dissertation workshop for REEE students on Feb. 23, 2017, from 9:00 am – 3:30 pm (Central Time).  There are eight individual sessions as part of this workshop.

Register at: https://illinois.edu/sb/sec/3380414

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Workshop Program:

9:00 am – 9:15 am: Introduction (Joe Lenkart)
9:15 am – 9:45 am: REEE materials and Interlibrary Loan (Jan Adamczyk)
10:00 am – 10:30 am: Collections and Access Services for International Researchers at the Slavonic Library, National Library of Finland (Irina Lukka)
10:45 am – 11:20 am: Collections and Services at the Library of Congress (Angela Canon) 11:30 am – 12:00 pm: Regional Research Resources for Doctoral Students (Joe Lenkart) 12:30 am – 1:15 pm: REEE Collections at Princeton University (Thomas F. Keenan)
1:30 pm – 2:15 pm: REEE Collections at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (Kit Condill and Larry Miller)
2:30 pm – 3:00 pm: REEE Collections at Yale University (Anna Arays)
3:00 pm – 3:30 pm: Strategies for Research Trips (Joe Lenkart)

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Job: ESL Teacher (Vladimir, Russia)

Deadline for Applications: March 07, 2017

TEACH ENGLISH AT THE AMERICAN HOME IN VLADIMIR, RUSSIA – Application Deadline March 1, 2017 (www.serendipity-russia.com/te ach.html)

Program Benefits: small stipend, room and board with a Russian family, three hours per week of one-to-one Russian lessons, teacher training and lesson planning assistance, a pleasant, well-equipped, and organized teaching environment.

Teacher obligations: Plan and teach up to five classes a week, hold office hours, present a brief lecture on any aspect of American culture, airfare to Moscow, visa fee, obtain TESOL certification.

Experience Russia in a uniquely supportive atmosphere and accomplish something worthwhile in the process! Live in the truly Russian city of Vladimir, gain an understanding of provincial Russian culture, and improve your Russian language skills—while you learn to teach effectively and make a positive contribution to the community. Former teachers have found good positions in education, government, and business, both in Moscow and the United States, and been accepted to major graduate programs and law schools.

Russian news report about the American Home’s American English Program:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v =QBya_6FQxmw&feature=youtube

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Prof. Devel.: Peace Fellowship (Rotary)

Deadline for Applications: May 31, 2017

Peace Fellowship Application

Each year, Rotary funds some of the world’s most dedicated and brightest professionals to study at Rotary Peace Centers. Through training, study, and practice, Rotary Peace Fellows become leaders and catalysts for peace and conflict resolution; many go on to careers in national governments, NGOs, the military, law enforcement, and international organizations like the United Nations and World Bank.

Applications for the 2018-19 Rotary Peace Fellowship program are now being accepted. The deadline for applicants to submit applications to their district is 31 May. Districts must submit endorsed applications to The Rotary Foundation by 1 July.

“The world is in great need of more peace fellows who can work hand in hand with governments and communities to counterbalance the outbreak of war and conflict.” – Abu Sufian Taj Elassfia, 2011-13 Rotary Peace Fellow  Continue reading “Prof. Devel.: Peace Fellowship (Rotary)”

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Prof. Devel.: Webinar: Two-Part Series on Grants (ASEEES)

Dates of Webinar: Thursday, Feb. 16, 2:00-3:00 pm ET & Thursday, Feb. 23, 2:00-3:00 pm ET

ASEEES WEBINARS

Working with our committees, members and other organizations, ASEEES offers webinars throughout the year to help members engage in professional development by providing information on research methodologies and sources, teaching methods and resources, publishing, funding, and careers in and outside academia.

2017 Webinar Series

Two-Part Series on Grants, presented by Amanda Jeanne Swain, executive director of the Humanities Commons at UC Irvine. In her position, Swain provides training and mentoring for faculty and graduate students in developing research and grant proposals. She oversees faculty research support services such as research clusters, research residencies and School-based centers. Amanda co-leads Humanities Out There Public Fellows, an internship program for humanities PhD students, along with coordinating School-wide graduate professional development programming. Swain holds a PhD in History and a Master’s degree in International Studies from the University of Washington.

Finding Grants for Your Research Project: Thursday, Feb. 16, 2:00-3:00 pm ET

The first step in getting grants is finding funding sources that match your research needs and areas of scholarship. Amanda Swain will provide strategies for identifying potential funding sources, determining best fit, and organizing the application process. The webinar will focus on funding resources for graduate students and early career scholars.

Structuring Your Grant Proposal: Thursday, Feb. 23, 2:00-3:00 pm ET

Grant reviewers typically read a lot of proposals in a short period of time. How can a grant proposal best communicate the value of your project and how it fulfills the grant-makers’ criteria and priorities? Amanda Swain will discuss best practices for structure a project narrative that showcases your scholarship and recognizes that funders have their own goals in grant-making

To register, please go to the ASEEES Member Site.

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Prof. Devel.: Distinguished Contributions Award (ASEEES)

Deadline for Nominations: April 1, 2017

DISTINGUISHED CONTRIBUTIONS AWARD

Established in 1970 the Association’s Distinguished Contributions to Slavic, East European, and Eurasian Studies Award honors eminent members of the profession who have made major contributions to the field through scholarship of the highest quality, mentoring, leadership, and/or service to the profession. The prize is intended to recognize diverse contributions across the Slavic, East European, and Eurasian studies field.

NOMINATING INSTRUCTIONS

The Committee accepts nominations in writing or via e-mail from any member of ASEEES.

Submit the nomination letter(s) to the Committee Chair.

The nomination letter should include: biography focusing on the individual’s distinguished achievments in Slavic, East European and Eurasian studies; a list of publications and editorships; a list of awards and prizes; his or her contributions in mentoring and training; and his or her involvement in and service to ASEEES and/or the profession, if any.

Self-nomination is not accepted.

Committe members also survey the field for possible awardees.

The deadline for nominations is April 1. Continue reading “Prof. Devel.: Distinguished Contributions Award (ASEEES)”

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Prof. Devel.: 2017 Discover Russian STARTALK Teacher Professional Development (Fairfax, VA)

Deadline for Applications: May 19, 2017

2017 Discover Russian STARTALK Teacher Professional Development

American Councils for International Education and Fairfax County Public Schools/TJHSST will offer a professional development program for teachers of Russian: “Roadmap for the Teaching and Learning of Russian with the World-Readiness Standards”

Program Dates: July 17 – 28, 2017 (FAIRFAX, VA)

Arrival Date: Out of town participants may arrive on Sunday,  July 16, 2017.
Last Day of Program: Friday, July 28th is a half day. Program ends at Noon.

This standards-based course is designed to provide teachers of Russian an intensive two week professional development program that focuses on current pedagogical theory in the teaching and learning of Russian. Program discussions will the NCSSFL-ACTFL Can-Do Statements and ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines. Participants will also learn how technology can help their students increase language proficiency, and how to develop assessments that target the three learning modes. Other discussion topics will include how to create comprehensible input in classes that leads to comprehensible output, as well as more advanced elements of differentiated instruction. Micro-teaching and observation will be integral parts of the course.  A two day MOPI (Modified Oral Proficiency Interview) training workshop will be included in this program. Continue reading “Prof. Devel.: 2017 Discover Russian STARTALK Teacher Professional Development (Fairfax, VA)”

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