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.
Sociocultural theory and TESOL: 21st century perspectives and new developments
Abstract
How are language and culture intertwined in the postmodern ESL classroom? Come learn about the sociocultural theory and its practical ramifications for the 21st century classroom. Based on new interpretations of Vygotsky’s works, we will offer specific ideas for pedagogy, research, and assessment that you will be able to use.
Session Type
Paper/Report (45 minutes)
Topic Strand
Teacher Education/Professional Development
Primary Audience
General (of interest to PK-12, adult, and higher education)
Secondary Audience
PK-12 Schools
Presenter/Organizer
Alec Lapidus, University of Southern Maine
Biographical Statement
Alec Lapidus teaches in the Literacy, Language, and Culture program at the University of Southern Maine.