Tag archives: Around the World In English

Seminar: What is ‘Great’ About Great Britain? (Wed. 8 May)

abril 28th, 2013 | Tags: , , , ,

Rupert Herington, a Senior Teaching Fellow at the University of Leeds, will be at the EUITT to give a talk as part of our Around the World in English series. The conference will be held on Wednesday, 8 May at … Sigue leyendo →

Around the World in English – 21st Century Strategies For Increasing Language Competency by Diane Ceo-DiFrancesco

abril 18th, 2013 | Tags: , , ,

Abstract Diane Ceo-DiFrancesco gave a presentation focusing on research and practical application of language learner strategies for increasing language competency. It included specific examples regarding brain based research, language learning in the United States, the utilization of technology, cultural practices … Sigue leyendo →

Seminar: 21st Century Strategies For Increasing Language Competency (Wed. 27 Feb)

febrero 24th, 2013 | Tags: , , ,

Diane Ceo-DiFrancesco, an associate professor at Xavier University in Cincinnati, Ohio, will be at the EUITT on Wednesday to give a talk as part of our Around the World in English series. The conference will be held on Wednesday, 27 … Sigue leyendo →

Around the World in English Seminar – Language, World View and Other Stuff: A Closer Look at the U.S.A. and Spain by Dr. Joana Pierce McMahon

noviembre 15th, 2012 | Tags: , ,

Abstract Joana Pierce McMahon gave a very interesting talk explaining some of the differences and similarities between the culture of Spain and the USA, including a bit of an introduction to the political system. Speaker PhD. Joana Pierce McMahon Universidad … Sigue leyendo →

Around the World in English Seminar – How to Lead in a Networked World by Dr. Drasko Draskovic and Marie Curie Fellow

mayo 22nd, 2011 | Tags: , , ,

And for our final conference… Abstract The revolution of the information and communication technologies is transforming the world. Hierarchies are becoming flatter and embedded in fluid networks of contacts. Leadership is changing. Through examples from science, history, business and psychology, … Sigue leyendo →

Seminar: Logical Reasoning As A Universal Tool In Building International Teams

mayo 5th, 2011 | Tags: ,

We are proud to announce that we can give the full information regarding our second Around the World in English 2011 conference. Its title: Logical Reasoning as a Universal Tool in Building International Teams. Abstract In this conference it will … Sigue leyendo →

Around the World in English: Coming Soon

abril 25th, 2011 | Tags:

Well, as the present academic year is nearing its end, the ILLLab’s activities can only get better. We are proud to announce that we will have two more speakers for our Around the World in English 2011 cicle of conferences. … Sigue leyendo →

Around the World in English: Conducting business around the world. What are the challenges?

abril 24th, 2011 | Tags: ,

Imagine living or working in another country, what types of things would you need to adapt to? In this talk I will explore the concept of culture and whether a common culture exists. I will also illustrate the ways in … Sigue leyendo →

Around the World in English Seminar – English as a Global Language: Why English? by Rupert Herington

mayo 20th, 2010 | Tags: , , ,

A seminar examining possible causes of why and how English came to be such an important language worldwide. Sigue leyendo →

Around the World in English Seminar – Diversity and Unity in the Contemporary U.S. by Dr. Mike Garant

mayo 13th, 2010 | Tags: , , ,

A seminar that seeks to provide a bit of insight on American social structure. Sigue leyendo →