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.
Grammar Games: Peer Tutoring with SLIFE and Transient Students
Abstract
Participants will discuss ways to close foundational language gaps for newcomers, transient and SLIFE students through a peer tutoring program. Participants will review the initial identification process, participate in vocabulary and language interventions led by students, and discuss the success of the program by analyzing pre and post assessments.
Session Type
Interactive Workshop (45 minutes)
Topic Strand
Best Practices in Instruction
Primary Audience
PK-12 Schools
Secondary Audience
General (of interest to PK-12, adult, and higher education)
Presenter/Organizer
Arlyn Madsen-Bond, Spark Academy and Lawrence Public Schools
Biographical Statement
Arlyn Madsen-Bond is an ESL Teacher at Spark Academy in Lawrence, Massachusetts. In 2016, she was a semi-finalist for Massachusetts Teacher of the Year.