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.
Beyond Curricular Methods: Developing Critical Perspectives with ESL Teacher Candidates
Abstract
Understanding relationships between sociopolitical perspectives/climate and education is a crucial component of the teaching profession. This workshop presents an assignment where Teacher Candidates critically discuss and apply current events, policies, and perspectives on teaching bilingual students. Participants will complete a sample assignment and discuss its utility in ESL/SEI Teacher Education.
Session Type
Interactive Workshop (45 minutes)
Topic Strand
Teacher Education/Professional Development
Primary Audience
Teacher Education Programs
Secondary Audience
General (of interest to PK-12, adult, and higher education)
Presenter/Organizer
Christine Leider, Boston University
Biographical Statement
Christine Leider is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Language Education and Program Director of Bilingual Education in the School of Education at Boston University.