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.
The New England Arts for Literacy Project and ESL
Abstract
New England Arts for Literacy Project is a dynamic initiative that provides teachers with tools like The Performance Cycle framework. The framework engages students by building a classroom community of learners centered on meaningful text. ESL teachers connect literacy and arts creating a positive climate and high quality arts-integrated units.
Session Type
Interactive Workshop (45 minutes)
Topic Strand
Teacher Education/Professional Development
Primary Audience
Elementary School (PK-5)
Secondary Audience
Middle School (6-8)
Presenter/Organizer
Mrs Vivian V McNeeley, Andover Public Schools
Biographical Statement
Vivian McNeeley, is an ESL teacher and a participant in the New England Arts for Literacy Project, funded by the US Department of Education.
Presenters
Ms Ruth Tarbox, Andover Public Schools
Biographical Statement
Ruth Tarbox is the New England Arts for Literacy Project Director.
Email Address
Molly Swanson, Andover Public Schools
Biographical Statement
Molly Swanson is an ESL teacher within the Andover Public Schools system and a second year NEAL participant.