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2016 Conference

del 5 al 6 de May del 2016

Framingham, MA

MATSOL 2016 Conference Online Program

 

Engaging Families of English Language Learners with Disabilities

jueves, el 5 de mayo de 2016 a las 15:30–16:15 EDT
5 Ashland
Abstract

This session will describe best practices for engaging families of English language learners who have or may have disabilities, drawn both from a review of the literature and from case studies of six Massachusetts schools. The best practices address areas including communication and partnerships, cultural beliefs, staffing, resources, and leadership.

Session Type

Paper/Report (45 minutes)

Topic Strand

Family and Community Connections

Primary Audience

PK-12 Schools

Secondary Audience

Teacher Education Programs

Presenter/organizer

Caroline E Parker, Ed.D., Education Development Center
Biographical Statement

Caroline E. Parker is a Principal Research Scientist at EDC. Her research focuses on equity and access for culturally and linguistically diverse students.

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Presenters

Sarah Ryan, Ph.D., Education Development Center
Biographical Statement

A former ESL teacher, Sarah Ryan is an educational policy researcher who studies the experiences of traditionally underserved student groups, including English language learners.

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