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2019 Conference

May 28–31, 2019

Sheraton Framingham Hotel and Conference Center, Framingham MA

MATSOL 2019 Conference Online Program

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Building Bodies of Vocabulary Through Meaningful Interaction

Wednesday, May 29, 2019 at 8:30 AM–9:15 AM EDT add to calendar
Grand Centre
Session Abstract

Promoting academic vocabulary acquisition is a primary goal of any ESL teacher.  How can teachers maximize vocabulary instruction and support ELs of all levels?  Participants will investigate synonyms and antonyms to build bodies of vocabulary, leaving with hands-on activities to use in the classroom with ELs of varying proficiency.

Session Type

Practice-Oriented Presentation (45 minutes)

Topic Strand

Vocabulary and Grammar

Education Sector

PK-12 Education

PK-12 Focus
Lower Elementary
Upper Elementary
Middle School
High School

Organizer/presenter

Monica Filgo, New Bedford Public Schools
Email Address

Presenters

Karen Lombard, New Bedford Public Schools

Session Materials

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