2016 Conference

May 5–6, 2016

Framingham, MA

MATSOL 2016 Conference Online Program

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

Abstract

For teachers of English Language Learners, this presentation will model ways to develop oral academic vocabulary in English through scaffolded, engaging discussions about fine art images and real-world photos from around the globe and across time. Practical handouts and samplers of Discussions4Learning will be shared.

Session Type

Interactive Workshop (90 minutes)

Primary Audience

Elementary Schools (PK-5)

Secondary Audience

Middle Schools (6-8)

Topic Strand

Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation

Commercial Affiliation

Davis Art Publications

Presenter/Organizer

Barbara Genovese-Fraracci, M.A., Davis Publications and the Hacienda La Puente Unified School District, La Puente, California

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Biographical Statement

Barbara Genovese-Fraracci, an educator for 38 years, specializies in English Language Learner and Dual Immersion Programs for Hacienda La Puente USD, in La Puente, California

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