Aiding Adult Students Undiagnosed with Learning Disabilities in Reading Comprehension Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 8:30 AM–9:15 AM EDT 4 Boardroom Presenter/Organizer Candace Lake, Spring International Language Center at University of Arkansas Presenters Shawna R Lake, Sharswood Elementary School
Bilingualism is a Gift (BiG): An ESL/SPED Collaborative Campaign Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 8:30 AM–9:15 AM EDT 1 Grand South Presenter/Organizer Lauren Harrison, M.A.T., Watertown Public Schools Presenters Maryann MacDougall, M.Ed., CCC-SLP, Watertown Public Schools April Romano, M.Ed., CAGS, Watertown Public Schools Yvonne Endara, M.Ed., CAGS, Watertown Public Schools Jean Fitzgerald, Ed.D., Watertown Public Schools
Building Relationships, Building Readers: Independent Reading Pen Pals Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 8:30 AM–9:15 AM EDT 8 Middlesex W Presenter/Organizer Alice Laramore, Boston Public Schools Presenters Katharine Atkins-Pattenson, Boston Public Schools Caitlin MacLoed Bluver, Boston Public Schools
Early Primary Content Subjects and Language Development Through Differentiated Instruction Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 8:30 AM–9:15 AM EDT 11 Sudbury Presenter/Organizer Mrs. Virginia S Olivelli, M.ED., Little Language Learners Presenters —
INVITED: Policy Considerations for Supporting At-Risk Youth to College and Career Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 8:30 AM–9:15 AM EDT 3 Grand North Presenter/Organizer Nina Zockoff Culbertson, Rennie Center for Education Research & Policy Presenters —
Rethinking Equity: Massachusetts’ RETELL Policy and Pre-service Teachers Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 8:30 AM–9:15 AM EDT 9 Middlesex E Presenter/Organizer May Hara, Framingham State University Presenters —
SLIFE Unlimited: Making Academic Writing Possible Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 8:30 AM–9:15 AM EDT 10 Wayland Presenter/Organizer Nicoleta Filimon, International High School, Lawrence Public Schools Presenters —
Scaffolding Successful Peer Feedback Experiences Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 8:30 AM–9:15 AM EDT 7 Concord Presenter/Organizer Stephanie N. Brown, Holyoke Community College Presenters —
Storybook Cafe Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 8:30 AM–9:15 AM EDT 5 Ashland Presenter/Organizer Rachel Weislow, J.D., M.Ed., Boston Public Schools Presenters —
The “Write” Workshop! Successful Scaffolds and Strategies Across the Curriculum Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 8:30 AM–9:15 AM EDT 2 Grand Centre Presenter/Organizer Christie Perkins, M.Ed., Malden Public Schools Presenters Julie Mercurio, M.Ed., Malden Public Schools
Vocabulary Acquisition: Mobile-based Applications Versus Paper Wordlists Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 8:30 AM–9:15 AM EDT 6 Carlisle Presenter/Organizer Theron Willis, Massachusetts International Academy Presenters —
A Focus on Opinion / Argument Writing for English Learners Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 9:30 AM–10:15 AM EDT 5 Ashland Presenter/Organizer Barbara Andrews, National Literacy Consultant Presenters —
Culturally Relevant Teaching: Helping Haitian Students Soar Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 9:30 AM–10:15 AM EDT 4 Boardroom Presenter/Organizer Mr. Paul Degenkolb, Malden Public Schools Presenters —
Differentiated Professional Development for ALL educators of ELLS Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 9:30 AM–10:15 AM EDT 9 Middlesex E Presenter/Organizer Gen Grieci, Framingham Public Schools Presenters Sarah Ottow, Director and Lead Coach of Confianza
Discussions4Learning: Accountable Talk Equals Better Language Skills! Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 9:30 AM–10:15 AM EDT 11 Sudbury Presenter/Organizer Elena Zaretsky, Clark University Presenters —
Exploring The Pedagogical Potential of Matched Text Detection Software Turnitin Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 9:30 AM–10:15 AM EDT 7 Concord Presenter/Organizer Ilka Kostka, Northeastern University Presenters —
INVITED: Bilingualism as a Developmental and Learning Experience Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 9:30 AM–10:15 AM EDT 6 Carlisle Presenter/Organizer Gigi Luk, Ph.D., Harvard Graduate School of Education Presenters —
Increasing Elementary ELs’ Writing Achievement through Authentic Experiences and Texts Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 9:30 AM–10:15 AM EDT 10 Wayland Presenter/Organizer Cami Condie, Salem State University Presenters —
Invited: ESL Model Curriculum Units: Next Generation ESL in Massachusetts Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 9:30 AM–10:15 AM EDT 3 Grand North Presenter/Organizer Fernanda Kray, Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Presenters —
Teaching Nonfiction in the Secondary ESL Classroom Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 9:30 AM–10:15 AM EDT 8 Middlesex W Presenter/Organizer Nicole Tabolt Da Silva, Boston International High School Presenters —
*Understanding of the IEP Process Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 9:30 AM–11:00 AM EDT 1 Grand South Presenter/Organizer maria campanario, BA; MEd; CAGS, English Language Learner with Disabilities Educator Presenters —
*Unleashing the power of academic language Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 9:30 AM–11:00 AM EDT 2 Grand Centre Presenter/Organizer Dr. Debbie Zacarian, Debbie Zacarian, Ed.D. & Associates, LLC Presenters —
3-2-1 Nearpod! Ignite lessons and engagement using this versatile app! Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 10:30 AM–11:15 AM EDT 9 Middlesex E Presenter/Organizer Mrs. Amy Sidaoui, Lawrence High School - Business, Management, & Finance Academy Presenters —
A Path to Deeper Comprehension Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 10:30 AM–11:15 AM EDT 5 Ashland Presenter/Organizer Barbara Andrews, National Literacy Consultant Presenters —
Engaging Newcomers in Language and Content Education in Lawrence, MA Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 10:30 AM–11:15 AM EDT 10 Wayland Presenter/Organizer Sarah Ottow, Confianza: Educating for ELL Equity Presenters Allison Balter, Lawrence High School, ENLACE Academy Lindsey Mayer, Lawrence High School, ENLACE Academy
Forum to Discuss Current Issues in ESL/SEI Teacher Education Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 10:30 AM–11:15 AM EDT 7 Concord Presenter/Organizer Paul Abraham, Ed.D., Simmons College Presenters Michaela Colombo, Ed.D., UMass Lowell Christine M. Leider, Ph.D., Boston University Janet Chumley, M.Ed., Simmons College Nicholas Santavicca, Ph.D. , University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
Hopes and Dreams: Multicultural America readers for beginner adults Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 10:30 AM–11:15 AM EDT 11 Sudbury Presenter/Organizer Mr Andy Burrows, Pro Lingua Associates Presenters —
Implementing Guided Inquiry in the SEI Science Classroom Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 10:30 AM–11:15 AM EDT 8 Middlesex W Presenter/Organizer Mr. Don Pinkerton, B.S., M.S., M.Ed., Revere High School Presenters —
Math: The Universal Language... or is it? Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 10:30 AM–11:15 AM EDT 4 Boardroom Presenter/Organizer Julianna Pasetto, New Bedford Public Schools - Gomes Presenters Melissa Scanlon, New Bedford Public Schools - Gomes School
Teaching All High School ELLs How to Read Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 10:30 AM–11:15 AM EDT 6 Carlisle Presenter/Organizer Caitlin MacLeod-BLuver, Boston Public Schools Presenters —
LUNCH & KEYNOTE: Equity, Excellence, and Caring: How Are ESL Teachers Models for All Teachers? Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 11:30 AM–1:30 PM EDT 2 Grand Centre Presenter/Organizer — Presenters —
Using Data to Inform Decisions and Drive Instruction in Newton Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 2:30 PM–3:15 PM EDT 11 Sudbury Presenter/Organizer Teddy Rice, Ellevation Presenters Jody Klein, Newton Public Schools
Approaches to Integrating Drama into the Adult Language Classroom Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 2:30 PM–3:15 PM EDT 10 Wayland Presenter/Organizer Kathleen Rose McGovern, University of Massachusetts, Boston Presenters —
Directed Self Placement for Multilingual Writers: Empowering Choices Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 2:30 PM–3:15 PM EDT 7 Concord Presenter/Organizer Dr. Julie Whitlow, Salem State University Presenters Dr. Melanie Gonzalez, Salem State University
Examining the Literature: the First Step in the Research Process Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 2:30 PM–3:15 PM EDT 4 Boardroom Presenter/Organizer Paul Abraham, Simmons College Presenters Daniella Garcia, Simmons College Rebecca Mulligan, Simmons College Ameerah Saker, Simmons College Sheila Rotkiewicz, Simmons College
INVITED: How to Outsmart Stress Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 2:30 PM–3:15 PM EDT 5 Ashland Presenter/Organizer Marie Pasinski, MD, Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital Presenters —
Invited: Updates on SLIFE and related ESE Guidance Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 2:30 PM–3:15 PM EDT 1 Grand South Presenter/Organizer David Valade, DESE- Office of English Language Acquisition and Academic Achievement Presenters Sara Nino, DESE- Office of English Language Acquisition and Academic Achievement
Music and Movement in the English Classroom: Practical Implementation Strategies Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 2:30 PM–3:15 PM EDT 8 Middlesex W Presenter/Organizer Riah Werner, SIT Graduate Institute Presenters —
Pre Writing: Instructional Support Materials for Scaffolding ELL Writing Instruction Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 2:30 PM–3:15 PM EDT 2 Grand Centre Presenter/Organizer Carolyn McElligott, M.Ed., Melrose Public Schools Presenters Alexandra Cooke, MA ED, Melrose Public Schools
Self-Study in TESOL Teacher Education: How to prepare linguistically-responsive teachers? Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 2:30 PM–3:15 PM EDT 9 Middlesex E Presenter/Organizer Dr. Laura Schall-Leckrone, PhD, Lesley University Presenters —
Supporting English Language Learners through Culturally and Linguistically Responsive Teaching Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 2:30 PM–3:15 PM EDT 3 Grand North Presenter/Organizer Qianqian Zhang-Wu, Boston College Presenters —
*Preparing ELLs to Face the Linguistic Challenges of Science and Math Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 2:30 PM–4:00 PM EDT 6 Carlisle Presenter/Organizer Mr John Levasseur, Springfield Public Schools Presenters Ms. Jean Marvel, Springfield Public Schools
Engaging Families of English Language Learners with Disabilities Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 3:30 PM–4:15 PM EDT 5 Ashland Presenter/Organizer Caroline E Parker, Ed.D., Education Development Center Presenters Sarah Ryan, Ph.D., Education Development Center
Equity in Grading Dual Language Learners: Promising Practices Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 3:30 PM–4:15 PM EDT 10 Wayland Presenter/Organizer Ms. Emilys Pena, MEd., Donald McKay K-8 School Presenters —
Implementing an ELL Shadowing Protocol: Providing Voice for All Students Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 3:30 PM–4:15 PM EDT 9 Middlesex E Presenter/Organizer Dr. Karen Terrell, University of Massachusetts Dartmouth Presenters Dr. Nicholas Santavicca, University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
Invited: Two-way Dual Langauge (TWDL) and Transitional Bilingual Education (TBE) - State Guidance Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 3:30 PM–4:15 PM EDT 1 Grand South Presenter/Organizer Zhaneta Liti, DESE- Office of English Language Acquisition and Academic Achievement Presenters —
Teens and Tech: A Blended Approach to Support Diverse Adolescent Students Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 3:30 PM–4:15 PM EDT 11 Sudbury Presenter/Organizer Helen Long, Cambium Learning Group Presenters —
Under the spotlight: Projecting the text to facilitate close reading Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 3:30 PM–4:15 PM EDT 2 Grand Centre Presenter/Organizer Jeff Mcclelland, Bunker Hill Community College Presenters —
Using (Free) Web-Based Technologies to Enhance Classroom Teaching Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 3:30 PM–4:15 PM EDT 3 Grand North Presenter/Organizer Mary Kapner, Holyoke Catholic High School Presenters —
Welcoming All Families: Starting a Home Visit Program Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 3:30 PM–4:15 PM EDT 4 Boardroom Presenter/Organizer Rita DeOliveira, Sky View Middle School Presenters —
Who is Afraid of John Steinbeck? Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 3:30 PM–4:15 PM EDT 7 Concord Presenter/Organizer Mr Stuart Salomon, MAT, IB, AP, School for International Training, Jakarta Intercultural School Presenters —
Invited: State of the State Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 4:30 PM–5:15 PM EDT 3 Grand North Presenter/Organizer Paul J. Aguiar, Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Presenters Robert Measel, Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
Beyond Brainstorming: Activities for the Rest of the Writing Process Friday, May 6, 2016 at 8:30 AM–9:15 AM EDT 5 Ashland Presenter/Organizer Danica Messerli, International Language Institute of Massachusetts Presenters —
Experiencing the World through Global Voices: Using Literature to Help ELL Students Gain Global Awareness Friday, May 6, 2016 at 8:30 AM–9:15 AM EDT 3 Grand North Presenter/Organizer Alison Frydman Whitebone, Brookline High School Presenters Bridget Knightly, Brookline High School
Google to the Rescue? Tech-Savvy Strategies for Teaching Academic Vocabulary Friday, May 6, 2016 at 8:30 AM–9:15 AM EDT 6 Carlisle Presenter/Organizer Christina Michaud, Boston University College of Arts and Sciences Writing Program Presenters —
INVITED: Title III Updates Friday, May 6, 2016 at 8:30 AM–9:15 AM EDT 10 Wayland Presenter/Organizer Melanie Manares, MA Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Presenters —
Longman Learner Dictionaries Online, Providing Instant Gratification and Accuracy Friday, May 6, 2016 at 8:30 AM–9:15 AM EDT 9 Middlesex E Presenter/Organizer Ms. Tania Saiz, Pearson ELT Presenters Ms. Alexandra Suarez, Pearson ELT
Making Thinking Visible through Academic Conversations: Creating routines with ELLs Friday, May 6, 2016 at 8:30 AM–9:15 AM EDT 2 Grand Centre Presenter/Organizer Sara Hamerla, Ed.D., Framingham Public Schools Presenters Erika Hall, Framingham Public Schools Jennifer Ferreyra, M.Ed., Framingham Public Schools
Moving Beyond Academic Culture Shock: International Students and Academic Barriers Friday, May 6, 2016 at 8:30 AM–9:15 AM EDT 8 Middlesex W Presenter/Organizer Carla White Ellis, Ph.D., Johnson & Wales University Presenters Rory Senerchia, Johnson & Wales University Mrs Erin Wynn, Johnson & Wales University
Reimagining Narrative: Developing Voice for Academic Essays through Creative Writing Friday, May 6, 2016 at 8:30 AM–9:15 AM EDT 4 Boardroom Presenter/Organizer Andrea Paquin, University of New Hampshire Presenters Kristin Roberts Raymond, University of New Hampshire Carolyn Hutton, University of New Hampshire
Systemic Change: Lessons from a National EL Professional Development Grant Friday, May 6, 2016 at 8:30 AM–9:15 AM EDT 7 Concord Presenter/Organizer Michaela Colombo, Ed.D., UMass Lowell Presenters Ms. Kinnon Foley, Lawrence Public Schools Laurie Hartwick, Lawrence Public Schools Mr. Michael Fiato, Mr. Paul Neal, Lawrence Public School Ms. Jodie George, Lawrence Public Schools
Teaching Science Writing to English Learners: From Reports to Explanations Friday, May 6, 2016 at 8:30 AM–9:15 AM EDT 1 Grand South Presenter/Organizer Tracy Hodgson-Drysdale, Ph.D., Lesley University Presenters Holly Rosa, Boston Public Schools
Let's Talk About Art! Discussions4Learning: Developing Academic Vocabulary through Art Friday, May 6, 2016 at 8:30 AM–10:00 AM EDT 11 Sudbury Presenter/Organizer Barbara Genovese-Fraracci, M.A., Davis Publications and the Hacienda La Puente Unified School District, La Puente, California Presenters —
Conversational Math Activities that Promoting Academic Language for ELLs Friday, May 6, 2016 at 9:30 AM–10:15 AM EDT 10 Wayland Presenter/Organizer Shelly Chasse-Johndro, Project Reach, University of Maine Presenters Ms. Beth Evans, Burlington School District
Debate Tips, Tricks and Video Analysis: The ELL Classroom Transformed Friday, May 6, 2016 at 9:30 AM–10:15 AM EDT 4 Boardroom Presenter/Organizer Chris Meoli, Teaching House Boston / Ethical Education Presenters —
English Language Learners in Special Education Friday, May 6, 2016 at 9:30 AM–10:15 AM EDT 3 Grand North Presenter/Organizer Katie Peterson, Worcester Public Schools Presenters Theophilia Afful, Worcester Public Schools
Expanding Adult ESL Classroom Boundaries with Mobile Devices Friday, May 6, 2016 at 9:30 AM–10:15 AM EDT 8 Middlesex W Presenter/Organizer Heidi Larson, Education Development Center, Inc. Presenters Brian Kantt, Harvard Graduate School of Education Jungmin Lee, Harvard Graduate School of Education Dan Eder, Harvard Graduate School of Education Ken Hagberg, Harvard Graduate School of Education
Generation 1.5 Students on Campus: First Year in the Life Friday, May 6, 2016 at 9:30 AM–10:15 AM EDT 9 Middlesex E Presenter/Organizer Treseanne K Ainsworth, Ph.D., Boston College Presenters Lynne Anderson, Boston College Marla DeRosa, Ph.D., Boston College
INVITED: RETELL -- Post 2016 Friday, May 6, 2016 at 9:30 AM–10:15 AM EDT 5 Ashland Presenter/Organizer Robert Measel, Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Presenters —
It Takes a Village to Raise a Child Friday, May 6, 2016 at 9:30 AM–10:15 AM EDT 6 Carlisle Presenter/Organizer Ms. Asha Chana, Revere High School Presenters —
Reframing the Discussion of Cultural Intelligence: From Competence to Performance Friday, May 6, 2016 at 9:30 AM–10:15 AM EDT 7 Concord Presenter/Organizer Mr. Michael F. Murphy, M.S.Ed., Watertown Public Schools Presenters —
*Common Assessment for English Learners: Building Common Expectations for Success Friday, May 6, 2016 at 9:30 AM–11:00 AM EDT 1 Grand South Presenter/Organizer Sarah Davila, Ph.D., Somerville Public Schools Presenters Hannah de Souza Rodrigues, M.Ed,, Somerville Public Schools Diana Garity, Ed. M., TESOL, Somerville Public Schools Alex Hershey, M.Ed., Somerville Public Schools John Willett, M.Ed., Somerville Public Schools
*Learning to Write Right: Using Rubrics to Move our ELs Friday, May 6, 2016 at 9:30 AM–11:00 AM EDT 2 Grand Centre Presenter/Organizer Ms Cathy Fox, M.Ed, NBCT, Adjunct professor, Providence College Presenters —
(Re)Interpretations & (RE)TELLings of Equity for ELLs in SEI Courses Friday, May 6, 2016 at 10:30 AM–11:15 AM EDT 7 Concord Presenter/Organizer Andrew Habana Hafner, Ed.D, Westfield State University Presenters Floris Wilma Ortiz-Marrero, Ed.D, Westfield State University
Achieving Durable Gains in Academic Vocabulary with Long-Term ELLs Friday, May 6, 2016 at 10:30 AM–11:15 AM EDT 5 Ashland Presenter/Organizer Ms. Michelle Austin, Fitchburg Public Schools Presenters —
Apps Help Teachers Document Student Growth in All Domains Friday, May 6, 2016 at 10:30 AM–11:15 AM EDT 6 Carlisle Presenter/Organizer Beth Evans, Burlington School District Presenters —
Community College Discussion Session Friday, May 6, 2016 at 10:30 AM–11:15 AM EDT 9 Middlesex E Presenter/Organizer Juanita Brunelle, Massasoit Community College Presenters Eileen Kelley, Holyoke Community College Bruce Riley, Cape Cod Community College Darlene Furdock, Middlesex Community College Madhu Sharma, Mount Wachusett Community College
Deye Mon Gen Mon: Helping Haitian ELLs Excel English Friday, May 6, 2016 at 10:30 AM–11:15 AM EDT 4 Boardroom Presenter/Organizer Ms. Jessica Haralson, M.Ed., Malden High School Presenters —
Language Function Frames for Everyday Use Friday, May 6, 2016 at 10:30 AM–11:15 AM EDT 10 Wayland Presenter/Organizer Ms. Kate Phillipson, MA, MEd, Newton Public Schools Presenters Jody Klein, Newton Public Schools Tara Trent, Newton Public Schools
Strategies for Fostering Authentic Metacognitive Narratives in ESL/EFL Writing Portfolios Friday, May 6, 2016 at 10:30 AM–11:15 AM EDT 8 Middlesex W Presenter/Organizer Christina Michaud, Boston University College of Arts and Sciences Writing Program Presenters —
Teach Abroad with the English Language Fellow Program Friday, May 6, 2016 at 10:30 AM–11:15 AM EDT 11 Sudbury Presenter/Organizer Danielle Yates, U.S. Department of State English Language Programs Presenters —
LUNCH & KEYNOTE: Of Longing and Belonging: A Bilingual, Bicultural Journey Friday, May 6, 2016 at 11:30 AM–1:30 PM EDT 2 Grand Centre Presenter/Organizer — Presenters —
Breaking News! Using newspapers in ESL class improves academic skills! Friday, May 6, 2016 at 2:30 PM–3:15 PM EDT 9 Middlesex E Presenter/Organizer Sarah Jusseaume, University of New Hampshire Presenters —
INVITED: ESL Model Curriculum Units: Next Generation ESL in Massachusetts Friday, May 6, 2016 at 2:30 PM–3:15 PM EDT 1 Grand South Presenter/Organizer Fernanda Kray, Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Presenters —
Improvise! Risk Taking and Play for Enhanced Language Production Friday, May 6, 2016 at 2:30 PM–3:15 PM EDT 5 Ashland Presenter/Organizer Ms. Noella Olson, Second-Start, Concord, NH and Southern New Hampshire University Manchester, NH Presenters —
Instilling ELLs with a Growth Mindset through Self Advocacy Friday, May 6, 2016 at 2:30 PM–3:15 PM EDT 6 Carlisle Presenter/Organizer Christine Olsen, Seven Hills Charter Public School Presenters —
Integrating WIDA into Bilingual Content Area Instruction Friday, May 6, 2016 at 2:30 PM–3:15 PM EDT 7 Concord Presenter/Organizer Paulina Mitropoulos, Boston Public Schools Presenters —
Let’s Do the Monday Morning Teaching with a Translingual Disposition Friday, May 6, 2016 at 2:30 PM–3:15 PM EDT 4 Boardroom Presenter/Organizer Xiaoqiong You, University of New Hampshire Presenters —
Meeting the Educational Needs of Refugee Youth Friday, May 6, 2016 at 2:30 PM–3:15 PM EDT 3 Grand North Presenter/Organizer Rachel Hoffman, SEEM Collaborative Presenters —
The Writing Way: Mindful Writing for ELLs Friday, May 6, 2016 at 2:30 PM–3:15 PM EDT 2 Grand Centre Presenter/Organizer Marjorie Kirstein, Ed.D., Cambridge Public Schools Presenters Robin Leoni, Duxbury Middle School
Using Technology for Formative Assessments: Moving Beyond “Do you understand?” Friday, May 6, 2016 at 2:30 PM–3:15 PM EDT 10 Wayland Presenter/Organizer Abigail Williamson, Salem Public Schools Presenters —
“Boost K-8 Academic Talk to Boost Results” Friday, May 6, 2016 at 2:30 PM–3:15 PM EDT 11 Sudbury Presenter/Organizer Beatrix Mellauner, National Geographic Learning Presenters —
*Supporting the Content: Concurrent ELD through Biology and the Biology content classroom Friday, May 6, 2016 at 2:30 PM–4:00 PM EDT 8 Middlesex W Presenter/Organizer Courtney Aseltine, Lawrence High School Presenters Harshita Grover, PhD, Lawrence High School
Beating Burnout: How to Survive in a High Poverty School Friday, May 6, 2016 at 3:30 PM–4:15 PM EDT 5 Ashland Presenter/Organizer Sharon Robsky, Worcester Public Schools Presenters —
Capturing SEI Strategies Through Peer to Peer Observation & Feedback Friday, May 6, 2016 at 3:30 PM–4:15 PM EDT 7 Concord Presenter/Organizer Claudia P. Rinaldi, Ph.D., Lasell College Presenters Joni Magee, M.Ed., Lasell College
Escalate English for Long Term ELLs Friday, May 6, 2016 at 3:30 PM–4:15 PM EDT 11 Sudbury Presenter/Organizer Mrs Michele Burns, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Presenters —
Exploring the Influences of Motivation and Schooling on Bilingualism Friday, May 6, 2016 at 3:30 PM–4:15 PM EDT 10 Wayland Presenter/Organizer Dr. Melissa Latham Keh, Bridgewater State University Presenters —
INVITED: "That's My Story!" Children's Literature Featuring Immigrant and Refugee Children Friday, May 6, 2016 at 3:30 PM–4:15 PM EDT 1 Grand South Presenter/Organizer Anne Sibley O’Brien, Author & Illustrator Presenters —
INVITED: Seal of Biliteracy & Advocacy Update Friday, May 6, 2016 at 3:30 PM–4:15 PM EDT 4 Boardroom Presenter/Organizer Helen Solorzano, MATSOL Presenters Mrs Phyllis Hardy, M.Ed, Massachusetts Association for Bilingual Education (MABE)
Reciprocal Reading, Academic Discourse, and Formal Writing Friday, May 6, 2016 at 3:30 PM–4:15 PM EDT 6 Carlisle Presenter/Organizer Ms. Asha Chana, Revere High School Presenters Jennifer Bellavance Hayes, Revere High School
Speak Up: Engaging SLIFE in Rigorous Academic Conversation Friday, May 6, 2016 at 3:30 PM–4:15 PM EDT 2 Grand Centre Presenter/Organizer Nicoleta Filimon, International High School, Lawrence Public Schools Presenters Athalia Gonzalez, International High School, Lawrence Public Schools Christi Cartwright-Lacerda, International High School Lawrence Doug Haubert, International High School, Lawrence Public Schools
The Role of Metacognitive Awareness in Interpretation of Writing Assignments Friday, May 6, 2016 at 3:30 PM–4:15 PM EDT 9 Middlesex E Presenter/Organizer Jovana Milosavljevic, MA Language and Linguistics, University of New Hampshire Presenters —
Using Writing Analysis to Distinguish between Language Development and Disability Friday, May 6, 2016 at 3:30 PM–4:15 PM EDT 3 Grand North Presenter/Organizer Paul Abraham, Simmons College Presenters Greta M Phillips, Newton Public Schools Van Phung, Dorchester Collegiate Academy