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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.

 

Teachers' Beliefs about English Language Learners and Perceptions of Practice

Thursday, June 1, 2017 at 8:30 AM–9:15 AM EDT
Concord
Abstract

The session presents research from the past 15 years on teachers' beliefs about ELLs and their perceptions of their preparedness to teach ELLs.  The session will include a presentation of findings and invite discussion on how language teachers observe and talk with colleagues about the intersection of beliefs and practice.

Session Type

Paper/Report (45 minutes)

Topic Strand

Teacher Education/Professional Development

Primary Audience

General (of interest to PK-12, adult, and higher education)

Secondary Audience

Teacher Education Programs

Presenter/organizer

Caitlin E Long, Boston College, Lynch School of Education
Biographical Statement

Caitlin Long, a doctoral student at BC, is a former teacher of ELLs.  Her interests lie at the intersection of language, student support, and policy.

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