2016 Conference
May 5–6, 2016
Framingham, MA
MATSOL 2016 Conference Online Program
Achieving Durable Gains in Academic Vocabulary with Long-Term ELLs
Friday, May 6, 2016 at 10:30 AM–11:15 AM EDT
5 Ashland
Abstract
Academic vocabulary is a particular source of difficulty for long term English language learners. Participants will learn how to use the Academic Word List and various electronic resources to systematically target and teach the highest utility academic vocabulary terms using authentic informational text.
Session Type
Interactive Workshop (45 minutes)
Primary Audience
Middle Schools (6-8)
Secondary Audience
High Schools (9-12)
Topic Strand
Reading, Writing, Literacy
Presenter/Organizer
Ms. Michelle Austin, Fitchburg Public Schools
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Biographical Statement
Michelle Austin is a middle school ESL teacher for the Fitchburg Public Schools. She focuses on academic language development with long-term English language learners. austinm@fitchburg.k12.ma.us
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