BILC 2012 PRAGUE “ Experiences and new Prospects” BILC 2012 PRAGUE “ Experiences and new Prospects”

Mission o Conduct intensive and specialized foreign language courses. o Conduct Italian language courses for foreign military. o Certify language proficiency for Air Force personnel IAW NATO STANAG 6001 – Joint Forces Language Test (JFLT).

OVERVIEW Overview Introduction to S.L.E.A.M 1.Mission 2.Past 3.Present 4.Future 5. Long-term plans

Testing and evaluation dept. Senior Coordinator Coordinator Teachers Coordinator Structure

Student Online Test Refresher course eLearning Course Intensive course Current system Objective

issues Lack of realistic objectives MotivationCostsExpertise 1 size fits all? Issues with current approach

Recent changes ESP NURSINGFACAVIATION

Didactical support and assessment Standardized lesson observation form Lesson observation guidelines Teacher class register Student issue form Digitalized: classroom, lodgings and testing Post speaking/writing test evalution sheet

E-learning 4 years Virtual classroom Blended learning ( week) Starter to pre-int Intermediate level

Modular approach Modular system Rationale Greater intra/inter department collaboration Costs Motivation Tailoring to the customer

Long-term future Digital folder General English + ESP Greater collaboration with external entities