MATSOL 2016 Conference Online Program
Conversational Math Activities that Promoting Academic Language for ELLs
Friday, May 6, 2016 at 9:30 AM–10:15 AM EDT
10 Wayland
Abstract
Providing learners with ways to converse using mathematical academic language demands student-centered instruction and techniques that facilitate language production. A variety of activities challenge students to meaningful language use and stimulate their intellectual curiosity. The audience will participate in activities encouraging language use, critical thinking and student engagement.
Session Type
Interactive Workshop (45 minutes)
Topic Strand
Best Practices in Instruction
Primary Audience
Elementary Schools (PK-5)
Secondary Audience
Middle Schools (6-8)
Presenter/organizer
Shelly Chasse-Johndro, Project Reach, University of Maine
Biographical Statement
Shelly Chasse-Johndro is the Director of a Title III Professional Development grant, a certified mathematics teacher with ESL endorsement, and teaches teacher training ESL courses.
Presenters
Ms. Beth Evans, Burlington School District
Biographical Statement
Beth Evans is an ELL teacher for the Burlington School District.