The American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) Annual Convention is a significant event in the language education community. It offers an extensive range of educational sessions, workshops, and networking opportunities for language professionals. The convention aims to foster professional development through innovative and research-based practices. Attendees can expect to engage with a diverse group of educators, participate in discussions about emerging trends in language teaching, and explore new resources and methodologies. The convention is an excellent opportunity for language educators to enhance their skills, learn from peers, and contribute to the advancement of language education. Please note that the information provided refers to the 2019 event, and for current details, it’s advisable to consult the official ACTFL website or contact the organizers directly.

The annual convention of the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) will be Friday, November 22 through Sunday, November 24, 2019 (Pre-Convention Workshops scheduled on Thursday, November 21) at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Washington, DC. The ACTFL Convention features over 800 educational sessions covering a wide spectrum of the language profession. The ACTFL Convention is a national event bringing together over 7,000 attendees from all languages, levels and assignments within the profession. From Africa also came a representative, Hayford A. Anyidoho from the Goethe-Intitut Ghana (Accra) who was later hosted as special guest by the Canadian Association of Teachers of German.

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