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.
Enhancing ELLs’ Performance in Science: Comprehensive Instruction of Science Vocabulary
Abstract
For ELLs, recognizing and remembering science vocabulary is insufficient in reaching the CCSS, NGSS, and WIDA demands. Rather, in-depth word knowledge is fundamental to demonstrate standard mastery. This workshop introduces strategies for comprehensive science vocabulary instruction. Such strategies can benefit ELLs as they help understand, learn, and communicate science content.
Session Type
Interactive Workshop (45 minutes)
Topic Strand
Academic Language in Content Areas
Primary Audience
PK-12 Schools
Secondary Audience
General (of interest to PK-12, adult, and higher education)
Presenter/Organizer
Alexandra Dema, Bridgewater State University
Biographical Statement
Alexandra Dema, Assistant Professor of TESOL, Bridgewater State University, teaches SEI Endorsement and TESOL research methods and conducts research on academic language for ELLs.
Presenters
Tracy Spies, Ph.D., University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Biographical Statement
Dr. Tracy Griffin Spies is an assistant professor and program coordinator for the English Language Learning program at the University of Nevada Las Vegas.