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.
Creating Culturally Responsive Classroom Culture and Instruction
Abstract
For an English Learner, there are many other socio-cultural factors that impact a student's learning in the classroom. This session will explore what it means to be culturally responsive educators, espcially in today's politically charged nation, so that students feel affirmed in the classroom cultures we cultivate.
Session Type
Interactive Workshop (45 minutes)
Topic Strand
Teacher Education/Professional Development
Primary Audience
General (of interest to PK-12, adult, and higher education)
Secondary Audience
High School (9-12)
Presenter/Organizer
Esther Jeong, Lawrence High School
Biographical Statement
Esther Jeong is the Curriculum Design Lead for the ESL intervention classes at Ninth Grade Academy at Lawrence High School.