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.
Utilizing Digital Storytelling to Understand Newcomers' Transmigration Experience in Boston
Abstract
Participants will become familiar with how to create digital stories with ELLs. This presentation provides the rationale of utilizing digital stories and gives step-by-step guidance in bringing this culturally competent, instructional strategy into one’s classroom. Digital stories can be used in any content and with a range of linguistic abilities.
Session Type
Interactive Workshop (45 minutes)
Topic Strand
Teacher Education/Professional Development
Primary Audience
General (of interest to PK-12, adult, and higher education)
Secondary Audience
Middle School (6-8)
Presenter/Organizer
Dr. Elizabeth P. Tonogbanua, Ed.D., UMass Boston and Boston Public Schools
Biographical Statement
Elizabeth Paulsen Tonogania, Ed.D., is an ESL Teacher in Boston Public Schools.