Teaching at WISLI

Student-centered, proficiency-oriented courses

Our small class sizes are proficiency-driven with the primary goal of developing learners’ language abilities and knowledge to navigate a wide range of real-world situations. Co-curricular programming provide additional language practice and cultural learning opportunities. Working with campus partners, WISLI employs effective teaching strategies and student-centered practices.

Instructor Community and Professional Development

Before classes begin, instructors participate in a Pre-service Orientation Week designed to provide resources and training to support their success at WISLI and beyond. During this week, instructors:

• Explore teaching tools and share best practices for intensive, proficiency-based language instruction;

• Collaborate with campus partners on strategies to support students and create engaging classroom environments;

• Participate in pedagogy workshops on current topics in language education (e.g., differentiated instruction, local LCTL assessments, task-based learning, building community in online courses).

Additional training and workshops are offered throughout the summer. Instructors also have ongoing opportunities to network, learn from one another, and receive guidance from their program’s Academic Coordinator.

Schedule

All classes (in person and online) will meet synchronously for five hours per day, Monday–Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. (CDT), including 60 minutes of break time arranged in consultation with students. Afternoons are reserved for grading, lesson planning, office hours, staff meetings, and other administrative duties.

If you have questions or would like additional information, please contact wisli@lpo.wisc.edu.