MATSOL 2014 Conference: Online Program
Refresh • Reflect • Renew
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Judicious Classroom Use of Native Languages: How and Why
viernes, el 9 de mayo de 2014 a las 09:00–09:45 EDT
Grand Centre
Session Abstract
Every ESOL teacher must decide how to approach the inevitable use of native languages by their students. This session presents a review of the research to define "judicious use" of native languages and advocates its implementation with a set of practical guidelines, examples, and activities.
Session Length
Research-Oriented Presentation (45 minutes)
Audience
All Audiences
Topic Strand
Best Practices in Instruction
Lead Presenter
Caitlin M. Jacobs, Boston Chinatown Neighborhood Center
Biographical Statement
Caitlin is the lead ESOL teacher at Boston Chinatown Neighborhood Center. She earned her Ed. M in TESOL from Boston University in 2011.
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