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2017 Conference

June 1–2, 2017

Framingham, MA

MATSOL 2017 Conference Program

A link for materials will show if a presenter has uploaded handouts. 

Thursday Keynote: Jeff Zwiers - Keynote presentation slides
Friday Keynote: Jean-Michel Dissard
- see I Learn America website: ilearnamerica.com

Pre-Conference Institute materials will be emailed to participants.

 

Cognitively Demanding Tasks for English Learners; The BPS Story

Thursday, June 1, 2017 at 8:30 AM–9:15 AM EDT
Grande Centre
Abstract

Setting high expectations for English Learners drives our work. ELs must access language vis-a-vis content through rigorous learning. The Boston Public Schools ensures that Cognitively Demanding Tasks (CDTs) are embedded in all instruction. Our ELD Framework has been developed with CDTs as the cornerstone of instruction.

Session Type

Discussion Session (45 minutes)

Topic Strand

Academic Language in Content Areas

Primary Audience

General (of interest to PK-12, adult, and higher education)

Secondary Audience

General (of interest to PK-12, adult, and higher education)

Presenter/organizer

Dr. Frances Esparza, Boston Public Schools
Biographical Statement
Dr. Frances Esparza serves as the Boston Public Schools Assistant Superintendent of the Office of English Learners.
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Presenters

Vivan Tam, Boston Public Schools
Biographical Statement

Vivian Tam is Instructional Specialist for TLT3 & Dual Language Programs in the Office of English Language Learners, Boston Public Schools.

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Priya Tahiliani, Office of English Language Learners, Boston Public Schools
Biographical Statement

Priya Tahiliani is Executive Director of English Language Development Services for Boston Public Schools.

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