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

2. 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).

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

4. Testing and evaluation dept. Senior Coordinator Coordinator Teachers Coordinator Structure

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

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

7. Recent changes ESP NURSINGFACAVIATION

8. 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

9. E-learning 4 years Virtual classroom Blended learning (10 + 1 week) Starter to pre-int Intermediate level

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

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

13. Questions?benjamin.pim@gmail.com