03/12/2024
What a wonderful time we had together in Valletta this year! Thank you to everyone who came to make it special and we look forward to being together again soon! News on our next destination to follow in January/February 2025...
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05/11/2024
🌍 Highlight Talk at Polyglot Conference Valletta 2024 🌍
Join Tony Fekete for a thought-provoking talk on Church and State as Promoters of Language Study and Cultural Diversity during Colonial Times. Tony will delve into the roles that empires and religious institutions played in preserving languages, often leading to the recording of languages that would otherwise be lost to history.
From the Russian Imperial Academy to the Vatican’s Propaganda Fidei, discover the complex legacy of these institutions on cultural diversity and language preservation, illustrated by rare books from Tony’s own library. 🌐📚
04/11/2024
🌟 Highlight Talk at Polyglot Conference Valletta 2024 🌟
As Gen Z navigates a world of rapid information and constant digital stimulation, traditional language learning methods often fall short. Join Nika Ananieva for an insightful discussion on Gen Z and Language Learning: Enhancing Focus and Attention Span through Gamification.
Nika will examine how AI, social media, and quick access to information have impacted attention spans, and how gamification and microlearning can make language learning more effective for young polyglots. Perfect for anyone interested in Gen Z education, language learning, and the future of multilingualism! 🌐🧩
03/11/2024
🌟 New Presentation at Polyglot Conference Valletta 2024 🌟
How much has the Welsh language influenced modern English? Find out with Leah Mundy in her intriguing presentation, Has Welsh had an Impact on Modern English?
Leah will explore the historical context of 1,500 years of linguistic interaction between English and Welsh, touching on why Welsh’s influence has been surprisingly minimal despite such close coexistence. Learn about colonial attitudes, social marginalisation, and theories of language displacement that contribute to this story. Plus, understand the resilience of the Welsh language through it all. 🌍📚
02/11/2024
🌟 New Presentation at Polyglot Conference Valletta 2024 🌟
What can the life of a 19th-century polyglot teach us today? Join Claudia Pellegrini for her talk, The Man Behind The Myth: Cardinal Giuseppe Mezzofanti, and dive into the story of one of the greatest linguists in history.
Claudia will share insights from her doctoral research, including rare details from C. W. Russell’s biography of Mezzofanti and F. Pasti’s studies on his work in Bologna. Discover exclusive photos of Mezzofanti’s handwriting and flashcards that will fascinate any modern language enthusiast. 🌍✍️
🗓 Event Date: 7-8 November 2024
📍 Location: Valletta, Malta
🎟️ Get your ticket today and join us in Malta!
https://PolyglotConference.Eventbrite.com
01/11/2024
🌍 New Presentation at Polyglot Conference Valletta 2024 🌍
Imagine dedicating 50 years to language learning and exploring over 30 languages! 🌐
Join Tim Keeley for Lessons from 50 Years of Language Learning: A Journey through 30+ Languages, where he’ll share the motivations, methods, and insights that have guided his incredible journey. From staying motivated to balancing cultural and practical reasons for choosing languages, Tim’s reflections offer inspiration and practical tips for every language enthusiast.
🗓 Event Date: 7-8 November 2024
📍 Location: Valletta, Malta
🎟️ Don’t miss this talk—get your ticket today!
https://polyglotconference.eventbrite.com/
31/10/2024
🌍 New Presentation at Polyglot Conference Valletta 2024 🌍
As budgets shrink and global challenges grow, where do languages fit in? Join Alex Rawlings for The Cost of Multilingualism, a deep dive into the intersection of language, identity, and economics.
📜 Title: The Cost of Multilingualism
🗓 Event Date: 7-8 November 2024
📍 Location: Valletta, Malta
Alex will question why people are forced to choose between preserving their languages and meeting essential needs. From the UK to South Africa, he’ll explore who benefits when fewer languages are spoken and what true multilingualism could look like. This talk will challenge your perspective on language rights and economic priorities in our globalised world. 🌐💭
🎟️ Get your ticket today and join us in Malta!
https://PolyglotConference.Eventbrite.com
30/10/2024
🌟 New Presentation at Polyglot Conference Valletta 2024 🌟
Ever felt stuck in a loop of endless pronunciation drills? 😫 Join Dr. Jack Pulman-Slater as he brings phonetics back into focus for pronunciation training. 🗣️
📜 Title: "Some Miserably Erroneous Way" — Phonetic Approaches to Teaching and Learning Pronunciation
🗓 Event Date: 7-8 November 2024
📍 Location: Valletta, Malta
In this talk, Dr. Pulman-Slater will break down the challenges learners face with tricky sounds and how phonetic approaches can revolutionise how we learn and teach pronunciation. It’s time to ditch the frustration and learn smarter! 🔄🎯
🎟️ Get your ticket today and join us in Malta!
https://PolyglotConference.Eventbrite.com
29/10/2024
🌟 New Presentation at Polyglot Conference Valletta 2024 🌟
Languages hold the keys to history, culture, and identity. Join Bariş Doğa Çam as he takes you on a journey of language preservation, exploring how he and his father are working together to revive Dimilî, an endangered dialect of Zazakî spoken in small Zaza communities. 💬
📜 Title: Dimilî: A Polyglot’s Journey into Learning an Undocumented Endangered Language
🗓 Event Date: 7-8 November 2024
📍 Location: Valletta, Malta
Bariş shares his personal experience with learning Dimilî through his father’s stories, legends, and memories, while balancing the challenges of documenting a vanishing language. This presentation will inspire anyone passionate about language preservation and cultural identity. 🌍
🎟️ Get your ticket today and join us in Malta!
https://PolyglotConference.Eventbrite.com
28/10/2024
🌟 New Presentation at Polyglot Conference Valletta 2024 🌟
Are you aiming for a C2 certificate in German but feeling overwhelmed? Fear not! 🙌
Join Nasta Reznikava for her insightful talk, C2: Easier than it Sounds, where she’ll outline the most effective strategies for reaching the highest level of language proficiency. Whether you’re studying German or any other language, this presentation will help you streamline your learning and reduce the stress of advanced language exams. 📝
🗓 Event Date: 7-8 November 2024
📍 Location: Valletta, Malta
Ready to take your language skills to the next level? Don’t miss this! 🎯
🎟️ Get your ticket now and join us in Malta!
https://PolyglotConference.Eventbrite.com
27/10/2024
🌟 New Presentation at Polyglot Conference Valletta 2024 🌟
Communication isn’t just about words—body language plays a huge role in expressing what words can’t. 🌍
Join Brandy for her fascinating talk, Sign Language and Visual Vernacular: The Art of Non-verbal Communication, where she’ll explore the intersection of sign language, mime, poetry, and movement. As a professional dancer and sign language expert, Brenda will show us how to harness our motor skills, facial expressions, and hand gestures to communicate in powerful, non-verbal ways.
🗓 Event Date: 7-8 November 2024
📍 Location: Valletta, Malta
If you’ve ever wanted to learn more about the art of non-verbal communication and its connection to body movement, this talk is for you! Don’t miss it! 🕊️
🎟️ Secure your spot today and join us in Malta!
https://PolyglotConference.Eventbrite.com
26/10/2024
🎶 New Presentation at Polyglot Conference Valletta 2024 🎶
Have you ever considered the connection between music and language? 🎤
Join Bisola Ajibade as she dives into Yorùbá, a tonal language, and explains how the musical scale dò-re-mí is the key to pronouncing and understanding it! 🌍
📜 Title: DÒ-RE-MÍ: Unlocking The Melodies Of Yorùbá Pronunciation
🗓 Event Date: 7-8 November 2024
📍 Location: Valletta, Malta
Discover how tone marks shape meaning and pronunciation in the Yorùbá language and learn why mastering these tones is essential for effective communication. Whether you're fascinated by tonal languages or simply curious, this presentation will offer you a whole new perspective on how music and language intersect! 🎶
🎟️ Secure your ticket now and join us in Malta!
https://PolyglotConference.Eventbrite.com
25/10/2024
🌟 New Presentation at Polyglot Conference Valletta 2024 🌟
Do you think communication is just about words? Think again! 🌍👐
Join Dhananjay Talwar and Anastazja Cariuk for their dynamic presentation, Non-verbal Communication across Different Cultures, where they’ll dive deep into the world of gestures, body language, and how non-verbal cues differ dramatically from culture to culture. Expect to laugh, learn, and walk away with a whole new understanding of how we communicate without words!
🗓 Event Date: 7-8 November 2024
📍 Location: Valletta, Malta
From Indian to Turkish gestures and beyond, this talk will help you navigate the world of body language with ease—and maybe save you from some hilarious miscommunications along the way! 😄✋
🎟️ Get your ticket now and join us in Malta!
https://PolyglotConference.Eventbrite.com
24/10/2024
🌟 Nueva Presentación Confirmada: Polyglot Conference Valletta 2024 🌟
¿Te gustaría enseñar idiomas en redes sociales pero no sabes cómo empezar o mejorar lo que ya tienes? 🤔📲 ¡No te preocupes más!
Natalia Morales y Noemi Pirazzoli te ayudarán a transformar tu pasión por los idiomas en un proyecto exitoso. En su presentación, ENSEÑAR IDIOMAS EN REDES SOCIALES EN 2024: UNA GUIDA PRATICA AI CONTENUTI E TENDENZE ATTUALI, aprenderás cómo crear contenido atractivo, llegar a más personas, y monetizar tu trabajo en plataformas como Instagram, YouTube y más.
🗓 Fecha del evento: 7-8 de noviembre 2024
📍 Ubicación: Valletta, Malta
🎧 ¿Ya tienes un podcast o cuentas dedicadas a enseñar idiomas? ¡No te pierdas esta oportunidad para llevarlo al siguiente nivel!
🎟️ Consigue tu entrada aquí: https://PolyglotConference.Eventbrite.com
23/10/2024
🌟 New Speaker Announcement! 🌟
We’re excited to welcome Justyna Pietrzak to the Polyglot Conference in Valletta this year! 🎤✨
📜 Talk Title: Montessori Sensitive Periods/Mother Tongue
🗓 Event Dates: 7-8 November 2024
📍 Location: Valletta, Malta
In a multilingual family, Justyna and her husband embraced languages like Polish, Italian, French, and English, and through the help of Maria Montessori’s principles, they nurtured their children’s linguistic development to incredible heights. Justyna’s talk will explore how every child can grow into a polyglot from birth if given the right environment. 🌍👶
Curious to learn more? Join us in Malta and discover the secrets of raising polyglots!
🔗 Register for this year’s event: https://PolyglotConference.Eventbrite.com
22/10/2024
🌍 Keynote Speaker! 🌍
We’re excited to have Dr. Charles Daniel Saliba as our keynote speaker at the Polyglot Conference in Valletta this year! 🎤✨
📜 Talk Title: The History of the Maltese Language
🗓 Event Date: 7-8 November 2024
📍 Location: Valletta, Malta
il-Malti is a unique language that traces its origins to Arabic, blending with Romance and English influences over centuries. Dr. Saliba will explore its fascinating journey in this year's event. 🌍✍️
Watch highlights from previous talks and register now to secure your spot at ! Don't miss this chance to explore the linguistic gems of the Maltese islands.
🔗 Register for this year:
https://polyglotconference.eventbrite.com
04/10/2024
Join Eliza Keyton at the Polyglot Conference Global for her talk, International Education shouldn’t cost a Mother Tongue. 🌍 She’ll dive into the challenges of Malayalam language education within the international education system and explore the social and political factors that influence language policy. This talk is essential for anyone interested in how we can preserve mother tongues while fostering global education.
📅 10-13 October 2024 — Don’t miss this insightful session! Register today to join us online.
🔗 https://PolyglotConferenceGlobal2024.eventbrite.com
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