JUEVES 25
15:00- 16:00
PLENARIA 2
GRAN DIAMANTE
Brad Bawtinheimer
Tackling stereotypes in ELT
Brad Bawtinheimer
Cambridge University Press
Both native and non-native speakers of English have encountered some form of stereotype in their ELT
career. We’ll examine how these are often false and the possible implications.
In addition, choosing materials and language that don’t perpetuate common stereotypes can have a direct
effect on how our students view themselves and the world around them. We sometimes unconsciously aid
in pre-conceived notions that our students have. Making smart choices and leading by example is critical to
breaking biases both in and out of the classroom.
Join me for an eye-opening talk on how the language and materials we use can make a difference.