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.
Teachers' Beliefs about English Language Learners and Perceptions of Practice
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.