MATSOL 2014 Conference: Online Program
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CANCELED Culturally Responsive Teaching: Views from the Trenches
Friday, May 9, 2014 at 9:00 AM–10:40 AM EDT
Ashland
Session Abstract
Culturally responsive teaching takes advantage of the unique cultural strengths our students bring to the classroom. During this session participants will explore a variety of interactive activities based on real world situations designed to foster this teaching pedagogy.
Session Length
Interactive Workshop (90 minutes)
Audience
Secondary Educators
Adult/Workplace Educators
Community College ESOL Educators
Higher Education ESOL/IEP Educators
Program Administrators
Teacher Educators
Adult/Workplace Educators
Community College ESOL Educators
Higher Education ESOL/IEP Educators
Program Administrators
Teacher Educators
Topic Strand
Knowing Our Students (culture, psychology, educational background, etc)
Lead Presenter
Constance A. Leonard, United States Air Force Academy
Biographical Statement
Constance A. Leonard teaches English for Academic Purposes, Reading Enhancement and Study Skills courses for international students at the U.S. Air Force Academy.
Co-Presenters
Durthy A. Washington, United States Air Force Academy
Biographical Statement
Durthy A. Washington teaches English at the U.S. Air Force Academy and directs the Academy’s Writing Center.