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.
*Engaging Haitian Students and their Families
Abstract
This interactive workshop will explore aspects of Haitian educational culture that are helpful to teachers working with Haitian immigrant students here. Learn ways to support students and connect with their families from a teacher who has traveled to Haiti and is building a partnership with a community there.
Session Type
Interactive Workshop (90 minutes)
Topic Strand
Best Practices in Instruction
Primary Audience
General (of interest to PK-12, adult, and higher education)
Secondary Audience
General (of interest to PK-12, adult, and higher education)
Presenter/organizer
Mr. Paul Degenkolb, Malden Public Schools
Biographical Statement
Paul Degenkolb is a veteran teacher of French and serves as the Haitian Club adviser at Malden High School.