2017 Conference
June 1–2, 2017
Framingham, MA
MATSOL 2017 Conference Program
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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.
Multilingual Students Challenge Perceptions: Change the Label, Change the Mindset
Abstract
Students will present about the positive impact that comes from changing the designation English Language Learner to Multilingual Student and advocate for schools to adopt a “strengths based” outlook on multilingualism. Students will lead participants through activities that will challenge perceptions around Multilingual Students.
Session Type
Interactive Workshop (45 minutes)
Topic Strand
Knowing our Students
Primary Audience
PK-12 Schools
Secondary Audience
Teacher Education Programs
Presenter/Organizer
Christine Olsen, Seven Hills Charter Public School
Biographical Statement
Christine Olsen is a Multilingual Student Instructor (ESL Teacher) at Seven Hills Charter Public School. She currently works with 7th and 8th grade students.