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Moroccan Association of Teachers of EnglishOZT MATE Regional Branch
اإلنجليزية اللغة ألساتذة المغربيـــة الجمعيـــةالجهوي الفرع
وتنغير زاكورة ، لورزازات
15TH ANNUAL COLLOQUIUM
THEME:
Venue:
Hotel Bougafer ,Avenue Mohammed V, Tineghir
Date : May 23th ,24th , and 25th,2014
Partners:
MATE National
E-mail: [email protected] – Website: www.mate.ma MATE Profile
The Moroccan Association of Teachers of English (called herein MATE) is a nongovernmental organisation that was created in 1979 by Moroccan teachers and supervisors of English. Their main goal behind that idea is to respond to an urgent need for professional development and the development of ELT in Morocco. MATE since then accumulated a long experience and expertise for its members and non members as well; for, on a regular basis, quarterly newsletters and annual proceedings ensued the annual conference that take place every end of March or beginning of April. Almost all Moroccan cities hosted the event. Since its creation, MATE has gained credibility all over Morocco. Many branches were set up in different cities, on the pursuit of covering all the geographical territory. To name some of these: Marrakech, Agadir, Ouarzazate-Zagora, Beni-Mellal, Guelmim, fez, tiznit, Essaouira, Laayoune, Larache and Nador.
Ouarzazate-Zagora MATE branch was created on 3rd June, 2000. Earlier to that, however,
teachers and inspectors had been endeavouring in a community-like mood and spirit which culminated in organising two successive annual colloquia: one in Tinghi r, 1999 and the other in Ouarzazate. From then on, the idea of setting up a Ouarzazate-based branch began to gain momentum. In fact, no sooner had the branch been created than its members unreluctantly worked seriously, generously and benevolently for the sake of their own professional development, and for the benefit of their students in the final analysis, especially that Ouarzazate-Zagora region is far from the services offered by English centres and universities that might empower its students as well as teachers of English. Coming is a brief chronology of colloquia organised by Ouarzazate-Zagora MATE branch.
Ouarzazate MATE branch is bestowed by rich human potentialities that ensure the sustainability of its members who are willing to accomplish more and more educational achievements no matter how scarce are material resources, and albeit other challenges that impede their way. The branch has been represented by its benevolent members in many.
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DATE THEME VENUE
1999 Teacher-student rapport Lycee Zaid Ouhmad, Tinghir
27-28 May, 2000 Language, culture and educational reforms
Centre de Formation des Prof s. du Premier Cycle, Ouarzazate.
26-27 May, 2001 Toward an Innovative Teacher of English Complex Culturel et Sportif ,Ouarzazate
4-5 May, 2002 Information Technology and English Language Teaching
Centre de Formation des Prof s. du Premier Cycle, Ouarzazate.
2- 3 May, 2003 Teacher and teaching material developmentCentre de Formation des Prof s.du Premier Cycle, Ouarzazate. Chamber of commerce, industry and services, Ouarzazate.
28-29, May, 2004 Bridging the school with its environmentCentre de Formation desProf esseurs du Premier Cycle, Ouarzazate.
4-8 April, 2005 Language Education and citizenship: Issues and values (National conference ) Hotel Village Electrician,Ouarzazate
5-6 May, 2006 Teacher and Human Development: What Relations?
Centre de Formation des Prof s.du Premier Cycle, Ouarzazate.
25-26 May, 2007
English Language Teaching and Learning within Educational Reforms in Moroccan Schools
Centre de Formation des Prof s.du Premier Cycle, Ouarzazate.
18 -20 April,2008 Enhancing critical thinking through the teaching learning process
Chamber of commerce, industryand services, Ouarzazate.
24-26 April, 2009 ELT In Morocco : Changes & Challenges
Chamber of commerce, industryand services, Ouarzazate.
16 -18 April,2010
Going Beyond the Classroom: Promoting Foreign Language Teaching and Learning
Through Extra-curricular
Dar Attakaf a, Zagora
22-24 April,2011.
“The EFL teaching and learningin the 21st century: Exploring effective methods and practices”
Bougafer Hotel , Tineghir.
25-27 May,2012 “ENHANCING LEARNERS’ LEADERSHIP SKILLS THROUGH ELT”
COS ONE, Ouarzazat
24-26 May,2013 “ REVISITING Learners ‘ Behaviours Concerrns THROUGH ELT”
Dar Attakaf a, Zagora
May 23th ,24th , and 25th,2014
“Surmounting Teachers’ Challenges Through Continuous Professional Development” Bougafer Hotel , Tineghir.
The following is some information about the previous colloquia:
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MATE National Board: April 2014-2016Name Function
1. Nourddine Bendouqi President2. Mohamed Akkouch 1st Vice president3. Lahcen Tighoula 2nd vice president4. Fehmi Elmadani Secretary general5. Mohamed Makhfi Vice secretary general6. Mustapha Zanzoun Treasurer7. Hamza Mahmoud Vice treasurer8. Youness Elyousfi General Council Member9. Mustafa Zouhair General Council Member10. Mohamed Abou Hachni General Council Member11. Abdesalam Zouita General Council Member12. Mohamed Belhamra General Council Member13. Idriss Fdouli General Council Member14. Abdella Amhaoul General Council Member15. Abdeslam Elboumeslouhi General Council Member
OZT MATE Regional MATE Branch : May 2012-2014
Name Function1 Lahsen Ahmam President2 Rahhou Lhoussaine 1st Vice president3 MohamedElmaanaoui 2nd vice president4 Mahmoud Hamza Secretary general5 Aqcha Lahcen Vice secretary general6 Abdeslam Elboumeslouhi Treasurer7 Mohamed Najah Vice treasurer8 Mohamed Bouargalne General Council Member9 Mohamed Ait Aha General Council Member10 Hanane Attar General Council Member11 Mohamed Abnini General Council Member12 Driss Ajamlaoui General Council Member13 Ait Oumaiz General Council Member14 Brahim Ait Aamar General Council Member15 Abdelouahab BenFtim General Council Member
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THE PROGRAMME
15:00-18:0018:00-18:3018:30-19:3019:30-20:3021:00
- Check-in and registration- Opening ceremony- Keynote speech : Continuous Professional development by Lahsen Ahmam.- Reception - Dinner
Friday, 23rd May, 2014Saturday, 24th May, 2014 7:00-8:00
8:00-8:308:30-8:508:50-9:10
9:10-9:30 9:30-9:50
9:50-10:15 10:15-10:45 10:45-11:45
11:50-12:50
12:50-14:00
14:00-15:0015:30-20:3021:0022:00
-Breakfast-Announcements-Presentation 1- CPD: aspects, purposes and Implementation by Ouardani Mohamed Presentation 2 - TOWORDS AN EDUCATIVE DATA DRIVEN ASSESSMENT by BRAHIM ELOUAFI -Presentation 3- Effective Teaching in an Overcrowded Class! Would it be possible? High school as a Case Study by Elhoussain Idbahsine-Presentation4- Teaching English through school clubs: A platform to destroy the teacher An opportunity for students to shine by Driss Ejjamlaoui - DiscussionDiscussion
-Break-Workshop 1- Let’s beat the summer heat: Icebreakers in EFL classroom by Mohamed Elghazy-Workshop 2- Self-Perspectives on Teacher Continuous Development by Keltouma Guerch-Regional Students’ Talents Show (Tineghir Access Students)
- Lunch -Trip : Visit to “Les gorges de Toudgha”-Dinner -Social evening
Sunday, 25th May, 2014 7:00-8:00
8:00-8:308:30-8:50
8:50-9:10 9:10-9:30
9:30-10:0010:00-10:3010:30-11:30
11:45-13:00
13:00-14:00
Breakfast-Announcements-Presentation 1- Enhancing students’ social skills through public speaking by Oukaai Mohamed
–Presentation 2- E-portfolios for continuous professional development by Rachid Meftah –
-Presentation 3- Effective Projects and Programs (YES program, Tec girls) by Mohamed ELMaanaoui
- DiscussionBreak-Workshop 1 Using AutoPlay Media Studio to develop Learning Apps by Abdelouahed OULGOUT- Election of OZT New board
- Lunch
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Friday, 23rd May, 20141. Opening Ceremony:
Short speeches by :• OZT MATE Regional president.• 1st Vice president• Governor • MEN Delegate• City Council president• Other guests.
2. Keynote speech : Continuous Professional development by Lahsen Ahmam.
Saturday, 24th May, 2014Day 1Presentation 1: CPD: aspects, purposes and Implementation by Ouardani Mohamed.
Ouardani MohamedPhone: 0668829613E-mail: Lycee Hassan II- Beni-Mellal
Abstract: No two would disagree on the benefits which Continuous/Continuing Professional Development (CPD) brings to both teachers ’growth and to students learning skills and performances. The process is closely connected. Consequently, if it is appropriately and effectively implemented with some concern to improve the self and the other, it would definitely trigger a chain-reaction that positively impacts the teaching learning context.This presentation is based on Maggioli (2004) work on the teacher’s professional development. It will showcase the various aspects associated with CPD, explain their purposes and suggest ways for implementation. It will hopefully constitute a platform for fellow teachers to discuss and share ideas on the aspects presented and inspire them to try the ones they see most appropriate to their own situations. The focal aspects will be the following:
1. Professional development and teaching styles2. Establishing learning communities3. Mentoring4. Collaborative action research5. Peer coaching/peer observation6. Professional Development through writing (dialogue journal-portfolios…)7. Critical development teams8. Attending conferences & seminars
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9. Sharing living theories to help others develop.
Bio data- EFL teacher since 1991/ President of MATE Local Branch-BeniMellal/M.A: Languages-IT and Translation/ Distinguished Awards for Teaching from College of Education- Maryland-USA/TESOL training-University of Oregon.
Presentation 2: TOWORDS AN EDUCATIVE DATA DRIVEN ASSESSMENT by BRAHIM ELOUAFIName: BRAHIM ELOUAFIHIGH SCHOOL TEACHER at Med V school [email protected] : 06 58 19 55 49
Abstract: Assessment is perhaps one most difficult and decisive component of our job as teachers as it plays a pivotal key role in the whole educational system. At a macro level, assessment can be considered as a crossroads where instruction, curriculum and teaching/learning outcomes do interact dialectically to determine not only part of the success or failure of our teaching, but also the decisions to be taken to sustain success or overcome pitfall, if there should be any. However, assessment seems to be relegated to the secondary position in both pre-service and in-service trainings. With this said, it is my hope that this presentation will refocus this crucial aspect of language teaching by shedding light on an educative ,formative and data driven approach to assessment. It is a type of approach where the teacher or a group of teachers would meet, under the supervision of a leader, and analyze the learners results with the aim of determining what works and why, as well as what does not and try to underpin the reasons that may lie behind learners scoring low. Mention will also be made of the pertinence of feedback in both its strategies and contents. Stress will be laid on feedback being timely and seizing those teachable moments as the best times to remedy for any learning deficiencies. The presentation is also an endeavor to reconcile teachers/learners with assessment and testing and try to perceive of testing as an instrument that goes beyond collecting learners’ grades for utter administrative ends. My intention is also to move away from a strenuous painstaking view of assessment to a more pleasant rewarding teaching/learning experience in which learners are involved, engaged as partners in language learning. Reference will be made to the English Language Guidelines (2007) as well as the White Paper to lend credibility to the commonalities that underlie both the formative approach and the official guidelines for ELT in Morocco, which adhere to Standards based approach to teaching English. Weren`t it for the limited purview of this presentation, I would give a sketchy view of alternative assessment as innovative and very enabling testing procedures: portfolio, diaries, blogs…( see English Language Guidelines 2007:67/68).
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Presentation 3: Effective Teaching in an Overcrowded Class! Would it be possible? High school as a Case Study by Elhoussain IdbahsineElhoussain IDBAHSINEHigh School Teacher of English / PhD CandidateIben Zohr UniversityE-mail: [email protected]
Indeed, Over crowdedness has always been and still is a resounding cry in educational setting. It is a considerable impediment to effective and productive teaching and learning. Complaints are incessantly voiced by my disgruntled colleagues, who become disheartened by the slow response of the government. Under these present circumstances, working towards effective teaching and implementing of any educational reform would be a nightmare and pedagogically unsuitable. Therefore, the aim of this paper is twofold: first, it will expose and examine the repercussions of crowdedness in high schools. Second, it will outline some procedures and recommendations that would help to ease off this hardship. It is worth mentioning that this study is a fieldwork based on questionnaires, personal experience, observations, and informal discussions with dear teachers and students.
Presentation4- Teaching English through school clubs: A platform to destroy the teacher An opportunity for students to shine by Driss Ejjamlaoui
Driss Ejjamlaoui 0674 76 95 [email protected]: Zaid Ouhmad Middle School
Abstract:In this presentation, I will shed light on how important is teaching English through school clubs. As far as I’m concerned, English Clubs constitute a solid platform for students to manipulate, communicate, express themselves and develop thoroughly their cognitive and meta-cognitive skills. Practicing English is of paramount importance, but it is not like real life. In classes, teachers may deviate and focus on one skill or sub-skill. However, in English clubs students get the chance enjoy the language and have fun and consequently shine through practicing different skills. In classes, some teachers sometimes overlook implementing learner-centered approach and conduct top down teaching practices. In an English club, students’ performance is forgrounded and teachers fade fade away to give the floor to learners to interact and evaluate their learning. To fully implement learner-centred approach, instructors need to think out of the box and break away from classroom teaching practices that confine the English language learning. In a nutshell, students learn effectively when teachers create authentic learning opportunities. There is thus a clear need to consider teaching English through school clubs where students are able to relate the language to their needs, interests and concerns.
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Workshops1- Let’s beat the summer heat: Icebreakers in EFL classroom by Mohamed ELGHAZY
Mohamed [email protected] Amrou High School Tazarine, Zagora – Morocco
Abstract:Icebreakers create a highly-connected and comfortable learning environment for language learners. By highlighting and describing current research and theory supporting the use of experimental education strategies, I intend to show how icebreakers make students become more emotionally connected with school and increase motivation. In this practical workshop I will introduces EFL teachers to the importance of using icebreakers in the English class and explores how and when to incorporate them appropriately. Teachers will also be invited to demonstrate some practical icebreaker activities that they would effectively use with their students. Bio-data:Mohamed ELGHAZY is an EFL teacher at Sidi Amrou high school in Tazarine, Zagora. He graduated an MA in Cultural Studies from Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdullah University, Fez in 2012. He taught English for business and tourism purposes along with language skills in various language centers in Agadir, Fez, Rabat and Sale. Currently, he is Souss Massa Draa region coordinator of Association ELACHBAL International for Camping and Education. He also runs Cine-Club at his high school and he has participated and presented in many conferences. His fields of interests are Moroccan cinema, postcolonial discourse, media studies, cross-cultural studies and TEFL. Recently, he was a member of a committee that organized the 1st Annual Greater-Tazarine English Teachers Conference in Tazarine, Zagora. Workshop2-Self-Perspectives on Teacher Continuous Development by Keltouma GuerchKeltouma GuerchTrainee Teachers in Moroccan ,Centres des Metiers de l’EducationOmar Ibn Abdelaziz CPGE, [email protected]
Abstract:Following the frequent complaints by trainee teachers’ mentors as to their academic level and, often times, resistance to improve their teaching practices, the aim of this workshop is to have trainee teachers challenge their novicity, take risks, innovate, acquire self-confidence, and establish their place in their working environment. The workshop data is based on questionnaires and interviews with teacher trainees in Oujda and other CME which mainly target their awareness of job expectations and their willingness to engage in
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self-evaluation and development all through their teaching career. The workshop will also look at possible contributions of teacher trainers, mentors, supervisors, and school administrators to smooth the path for future ELTs.Keywords: teacher education, trainee teachers, mentors, risks, challenges. Bio-data: Education Licence in English Literature, UMI, Oujda (1985) DESA degree in Colonial & Post-colonial Discourse, UMI, Oujda (2005) ILEP Scholar (2007) and Fulbright Scholar (2008-2012) at Kent State University, Ohio,
USA. Currently PhD Candidate at Med. V University, Agdal, Rabat. Professional affiliation & occupation
Ministry of Education and Professional Training: English language teaching Zerktouni High School, Jrada. (1988-2007) Omar Ibn Abdelaziz CPGE Center (Classes Préparatoires aux Grandes Écoles
d’Ingénieurs), Oujda. (2007-Present) English Department, Faculty of Letters and Humanities, University Mohamed I, Oujda.
(2005-Present) Fields of research and interest
Imperialism, colonial and post-colonial discourse, feminism, migration, ICT in education, civic education, & comparative education.
Sunday, 25th May, 2014 Day 2
Presentation 1- Enhancing students’ social skills through public speaking by OUKAAI MohamedName: OUKAAI MohamedPhone: 0673778659 E-mail: [email protected]: .Sidi Amrou High School Tazarine Zagora Abstract This paper comes out as a result of my belief in the importance of incorporating public speaking in EFL classroom. It is true that most teachers agree on the importance of public speaking in teaching English, still very few apply it in their classes or in their school clubs. This presentation seeks to explore and identify how public speaking enhances students’ social skills such as communication, self-confidence, self-esteem, open-mindedness, and decision making. So this presentation is an opportunity for me to share my experience concerning the use of public speaking in the classroom and provide some steps to turn your
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students into public speakers as well as some activities related to the implementation of public speaking in the classroom.
Presentation 2- E-portfolios for continuous professional development by Rachid Meftah.Rachid [email protected] Elayoubi High School-Tinghir Abstract: E-portfolios for continuous professional development presentation aims at demonstrating the paramount importance of using e-portfolios for continuous professional development. The presentation will first start with ‘’why an e-portfolio?’’ then, ‘’the advantages of an e-portfolio vs. the paper based one’’. Finally, it will show through example e-portfolios how these can help the teacher grow professionally.
Presentation 3- Effective Projects and Programs (YES program, Tec girls) by Mohamed ELMaanaouiMohamed ELMaanaouiELT TeacherSidi Ahmed Bennacer High School, [email protected]
Abstract:
In recent years, like other Moroccan high schools, students at Sidi Ahmed Bennacer High School in Zagora have benefited from effective projects and programs. These include YES program, Techgirls program, Access and Connecting Classroom Project (CCP). English Resource Center (ERC) at school has certainly contributed a lot to the success of those projects.
This presentation provides an overview of the ERC work carried out over the period of a few years with students in Sidi Ahmed Bennacer High School. It first introduces the rationale of ERC. Then it reports on some of the English ERC. Finally, it shows the impact of ERC activities on teachers, students, and the local community.
Day 2:Workshop1- Using AutoPlay Media Studio to develop Learning Apps by Abdelouahed OULGOUT
Abdelouahed OULGOUTPhone: (+212)615661384 [email protected]
Boumalen Dades High school, Boumalen
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Abstract:This workshop introduces participants to AutoPlay Media Studio, professional multimedia software that can help teachers develop learning applications without any prior knowledge of programming languages. The workshop aims to trigger participants’ motivation to make the best of this soft to develop their own ICT (Information and Communication Technology) materials, organize their teaching content, and equip students with a powerful tool to activate their desire for computerized learning as Digital Citizens of the 21st century. So, by the end of this workshop, the participants will have, in groups, been able to make sample ICT projects (Applications) for their students.
Hot Moments from the 14th colloq. 24-26 May, 2012Group Picture
Tribute to Mohamed Hassim
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