Consultations

The CLS provides consultations for language faculty on various topics related to language pedagogy.

Language Technology

Topics you could discuss in a consultation about language technology might include:

  • AI (ChatGPT, etc.)

  • Canvas

  • Creating multimedia (video, audio, images)

  • Designing presentations (PowerPoint, Google Slides, etc.)

  • Remote communication (Zoom)

  • Any other technology-related topic

To request a consultation about using technology for language teaching, please contact Kris Wingo (kristian.wingo@yale.edu).

Language Testing and Assessment

Topics you could discuss in a consultation about accessible language pedagogy might include:

  • Placement tests or Language requirements 

  • Assessment design 

  • Feedback practices: rubrics, peer assessments, grading

  • Lingco support

To request a consultation about language testing and assessment, please contact Janice Willson (janice.willson@yale.edu).

Accessible Language Pedagogy

Topics you could discuss in a consultation about accessible language pedagogy might include:

  • Applying accommodations for language acquisition

  • Designing for accessibility of materials, class activities, and assessments

  • Best practices for incorporating Universal Design in language instruction  

  • Digital accessibility

    • Video captions

    • Alternative (Alt) text

    • Document formatting (headings, tab order, etc.)

To request a consultation about accessibility in general, please contact Janice Willson (janice.willson@yale.edu).

To request a consultation about digital accessibility, please contact Kris Wingo (kristian.wingo@yale.edu).