MATSOL 2016 Conference Online Program
Teaching Nonfiction in the Secondary ESL Classroom
Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 9:30 AM–10:15 AM EDT
8 Middlesex W
Abstract
In this workshop, participants will learn how to incorporate informational and argumentative texts to supplement literary selections and support academic language growth in their seondary ESL classrooms. We will review 2 different strategies (article of the week and multimedia) as well as techniques to adapt nonfiction for ELD levels.
Session Type
Interactive Workshop (45 minutes)
Topic Strand
Best Practices in Instruction
Primary Audience
High Schools (9-12)
Secondary Audience
Middle Schools (6-8)
Presenter/organizer
Nicole Tabolt Da Silva, Boston International High School
Biographical Statement
Nicole Tabolt Da Silva is a National Board Certified ESL teacher at Boston International High School
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