CATESOL24: Full Schedule

Welcome to the CATESOL State Conference 2024!
Empowering Voices / November 14-16 / Cal State Los Angeles

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7:45am PST

Newcomer Orientation

Friday November 15, 2024 7:45am - 8:30am PST

KH B4014

Is this your first CATESOL Conference? Join CATESOL President Song Hong for a sense of how to make the most of your first state conference. Hear suggestions from experienced conference-goers and meet other newcomers. Get your questions answered!

New Member Orientation Presentation

Speakers

Song Hong

Assistant Professor, Santiago Canyon College Division of Continuing Education

Song Hong is an Assistant Professor in the Division of Continuing Education at Santiago Canyon College and currently serves as the President of CATESOL for the 2023-2025 term. Since 2015, she has taught ESL and Citizenship classes. In addition to her teaching responsibilities, she... Read More →

Friday November 15, 2024 7:45am - 8:30am PST
KH B4014

Special Session, Professional Development

Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Program
Focus Teacher Training and Education
Type PD Hour

7:45am PST

Exhibitor Hall & Coffee

Friday November 15, 2024 7:45am - 4:15pm PST

Los Angeles Room (Exhibitor Hall)

Find innovative teaching resources and chat with industry experts to learn what's new in publishing and CATESOL. Don't forget to share your ideas and explore job or volunteer opportunities as well.

While you're here, be sure to grab a warm beverage to keep you hydrated and energized througout the day!

Friday November 15, 2024 7:45am - 4:15pm PST
Los Angeles Room (Exhibitor Hall)

Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Program

8:45am PST

Letters to My Younger Self: Empowering Voices in Academic Writing

Friday November 15, 2024 8:45am - 9:15am PST

KH B2007

Academic writing often confines students to a rigid approach that stifles creativity. This session introduces an innovative approach using stories from The Players' Tribune blog as mentor texts. By fostering personal voice and multimedia expression, students learn to challenge academic norms. Participants will explore strategies for encouraging 'rule-breaking' within academic contexts, empowering students to find their unique voices and build community through multimedia and digital literacy.

Speakers

Denise Maduli-Williams

Professor, Miramar College

Dr. Denise Maduli-Williams is a Professor of English and ELAC (English Language Acquisition) and the Online Accessibility Mentor at San Diego Miramar College, teaching online, hybrid, and in-person. With over two decades of experience, her teaching journey spans diverse settings... Read More →

Friday November 15, 2024 8:45am - 9:15am PST
KH B2007

Pedagogy, Presentation | Tech, Presentation

Level K-12, Adult, Community College
Focus Content-Based Approaches / Integrated-Skills, Reading / Writing / Literacy
Interest Group Technology-Enhanced Language Learning
Type Adjudicated/ PD Hour

8:45am PST

Top 10 Ways to Teach Idioms & Slang

Friday November 15, 2024 8:45am - 9:15am PST

KH B3016

Author “Slangman” David Burke gives an informative & hilarious presentation on teaching idioms and slang in-person and online. These are the words and phrases that typically keep your students on the outside of our culture—leaving them feeling alone, frustrated, and ostracized …until now! Slangman will also clue you into the very newest slang your students are bringing into your classroom that you need to know! Learn which idioms and slang your students must learn to avoid embarrassment, avoid costly mistakes in business, achieve true fluency, and open the doors to American culture.

Speakers

David Burke

Author/Publisher, Slangman

Being a polyglot, David Burke was all too familiar with the confusion that can come from not knowing a language’s slang or idioms. His love of language has, in part, led him to write and publish a range of books on this topic. His career has included a regular segment on Voice of... Read More →

Friday November 15, 2024 8:45am - 9:15am PST
KH B3016

Skills Instruction, Presentation

Level Adult, K-12, Intensive English Program, Community College, College/University
Focus Listening / Speaking / Pronunciation
Interest Group Intercultural Communication
Type Non-Adjudicated/ PD Hour
Presentation “Slangman” David Burke is the author of over 60 books including the <em>Street Speak</em> and <em>Biz Speak</em> collections. He appears regularly on ABC News, CNN, BBC, Spectrum News One, The Kelly Clarkson Show, Good Morning America, and others. He appears regularly on Spectrum News speaking about the newest slang created every day by teens. Attendees receive free access to all the books in the Slangman Collection.

8:45am PST

Vocabulary Learning According to Shrek, Words Have Layers!

Friday November 15, 2024 8:45am - 9:15am PST

KH B2014

John McWhorter, linguist of Black English, claims 'loving your language means a command of its vocabulary beyond the level of the everyday.' Many teachers send their students, armed with a vocabulary list, diving into the dictionary as a first contact. While that may offer a start, words are like onions (and ogres) and have layers, and command of vocabulary requires facility with the corresponding layers of each word. In this presentation, participants will explore layers of vocabulary words from denotations to collocations and discuss strategies for assisting students to develop a strong command of words.

Speakers

Jenna Canillas

Associate Professor, Biola University

I am a teacher educator with over 20 years experiences as a teacher of English learners in the public schools. My research interests include linguistics, language acquisition, technology, STEM, and gifted education, but I am open to learning just about anything new!

Friday November 15, 2024 8:45am - 9:15am PST
KH B2014

Skills Instruction, Presentation

Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University
Focus Grammar / Vocabulary
Interest Group Intercultural Communication, Materials Writers
Type PD Hour

8:45am PST

Communicative SEL Games with Love

Friday November 15, 2024 8:45am - 9:15am PST

KH B2019

Start your day with positive energy playing communicative games that support social emotional learning and are filled with love! This is a casual opportunity to network and gain inspiration for your classroom, led by the heart.

Speakers

Sherry MacKay

Founder, Transformational Learning Communities

Sherry MacKay (M.Ed. in T.E.S.O.L.) has extensive teacher training experience and more than 25 years of experience teaching adults with refugee and immigrant backgrounds. She is the co-founder of Glocally Connected, a non-profit organization that promotes community building in order... Read More →

Friday November 15, 2024 8:45am - 9:15am PST
KH B2019

Special Session, Networking

Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Program
Focus Advocacy / Social Justice / DEI / Intercultural Communication, Content-Based Approaches / Integrated-Skills, Listening / Speaking / Pronunciation
Interest Group Intercultural Communication, LGBTQ+, Refugee Concerns, Teaching of Pronunciation
Type PD Hour

9:00am PST

Enhancing Intercultural Communication through Technology-Mediated Social Interactions

Friday November 15, 2024 9:00am - 9:15am PST

KH B4014

In an increasingly globalized world, effective intercultural communication is essential. Graphic design tools are now readily available for everyone to learn and use. Empowering multilingual learners to learn design skills in order to communicate their messages across social media platforms is one way to create opportunities for intercultural communication. Come to this lightening talk to learn innovative approaches to elevate English instruction, encourage social media use for good, empower students with 21st century skills, and create opportunities for enhancing language learning, critical thinking skills, and global citizenship via technology-mediated social interactions.

Speakers

Lauren Ramers

Adjunct Faculty, San Diego Community College District-Continuing Education

Friday November 15, 2024 9:00am - 9:15am PST
KH B4014

Skills Instruction, Lightning Talk | Tech, Lightning Talk

Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Program
Focus Content-Based Approaches / Integrated-Skills
Interest Group Intercultural Communication, Technology-Enhanced Language Learning
Type Adjudicated/ PD Hour

9:30am PST

Rubrics - Alone, with RubiStar and with ChatGPT

Friday November 15, 2024 9:30am - 10:00am PST

KH B4016

Rubrics help students do better work and make grading easier for teachers and fairer for students. This session will start with some background about how to create rubrics, including benefits and cautions. Next, information will be presented about the free rubrics website, Rubistar, which offers more support for teachers. Finally, using and adapting rubrics from ChatGPT will be demonstrated, with pluses and minuses. Participants are encouraged to ask questions and comment throughout.

Speakers

Deborah Healey

Teacher Trainer (PT), ORTESOL

Deborah Healey, the 2019-2020 President of TESOL International Association, started her career in community ESL in Oregon, teaching immigrants and refugees. She moved to intensive English programs, with a mid-1980s stint in Yemen. Now a teacher educator, she writes and presents on... Read More →

Friday November 15, 2024 9:30am - 10:00am PST
KH B4016

Assessment, Presentation

Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Program
Focus Teacher Training and Education
Interest Group Materials Writers, Technology-Enhanced Language Learning
Type Adjudicated/ PD Hour

9:30am PST

Fresh Approaches to Grammar Instruction for Students and Teacher Trainees

Friday November 15, 2024 9:30am - 10:00am PST

KH B3016

Grammar doesn't have to be boring! The editor of three well-known resources, The ELT Grammar Book, The Grammar You Need series, and the Zero Prep series, shows how engaging, accessible content mixed with corpus-based and active-learning approaches transforms grammar instruction from lifeless to lively. Materials provided.

Speakers

Michael Berman

Pro Lingua Learning

Pro Lingua Learning formed in 2021 when Pro Lingua Associates and Language Arts Press joined forces. We are an educational publisher serving the English language learning community (ESL/ ELT) worldwide. Our books, eBooks, and online learning applications have been developed and tested... Read More →

Friday November 15, 2024 9:30am - 10:00am PST
KH B3016

Skills Instruction, Presentation | Pedagogy, Presentation

Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Program
Focus Grammar / Vocabulary, Teacher Training and Education
Interest Group Corpus-Informed Research and Teaching
Type PD Hour

9:30am PST

Using Podcasts for Developing the Speaking Skill in the Second-Language Classroom.

Friday November 15, 2024 9:30am - 10:00am PST

KH B4012

The speaking skill in the second-language classroom is mostly ignored, difficult to assess, and the dialogues commonly employed in English as a foreign or second language (EFL/ESL) textbooks for exercising it are stubbornly grounded in the written form. Although it is common knowledge in the TESOL community that the affective factors of anxiety and self-esteem influence second-language acquisition and that our models for teaching speaking show that the role of authentic speech is fundamental for teaching the speaking skill, no work until now has shown instructors how to prepare students for creating authentic speech before entering into dialogues in action.

Speakers

Efren Serra

CATESOL 2024

Friday November 15, 2024 9:30am - 10:00am PST
KH B4012

Skills Instruction, Presentation | Pedagogy, Presentation

Level K-12, Adult, Community College
Focus Advocacy / Social Justice / DEI / Intercultural Communication, Listening / Speaking / Pronunciation
Interest Group Non-Native Language Educator Issues, Online Teaching, Technology-Enhanced Language Learning
Type Adjudicated/ PD Hour

10:15am PST

Augmented Reality: An Innovative Approach to Language Education

Friday November 15, 2024 10:15am - 10:30am PST

KH B4012

Augmented Reality (AR) revolutionizes language education by combining real-life environments with digital information which can be viewed through a device such as a smartphone, tablet, computer, or AR glasses. In this presentation, we will delve into various features of AR technology and its applications in second language acquisition and teaching.

Speakers

Nooshan Ashtari

Friday November 15, 2024 10:15am - 10:30am PST
KH B4012

Pedagogy, Lightning Talk | Tech, Lightning Talk

Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Program
Focus English for Specific Purposes, Materials Development / Publishing, Reading / Writing / Literacy
Interest Group Technology-Enhanced Language Learning, University of Southern California
Type PD Hour

10:15am PST

What are the Characteristics of Effective Classroom-Based Assessments?

Friday November 15, 2024 10:15am - 10:45am PST

KH B4015

Assessments in TESOL are not just tools for assessing student progress but are integral to effective teaching and learning. This session explores practical strategies to create more effective assessments by incorporating the six principles of effective assessment: validity, reliability, authenticity, practicality, positive washback, and equity. The session covers aligning assessments with objectives, using clear rubrics, providing meaningful feedback, and making the assessment process more equitable. By the end, educators, assessment designers, and administrators will gain strategies to create goal-aligned assessments, illustrated with real-world examples and success stories. This presentation is ideal for those seeking to refine their assessment practices.

Speakers

Emmy Min

Professor of Clinical Education, University of Southern California

Assel Kuanyshbayeva

University of Southern California

Xinyue Liang

Graduate Student, University of Southern California

Junyi Zhang

University of Southern California

Friday November 15, 2024 10:15am - 10:45am PST
KH B4015

Pedagogy, Presentation | Assessment, Presentation

Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Program
Focus Content-Based Approaches / Integrated-Skills, Teacher Training and Education
Type Adjudicated/ PD Hour

10:15am PST

Peace Corps Info Session: Education Sector

Friday November 15, 2024 10:15am - 10:45am PST

KH B4013

Educate our world through Peace Corps service. Education and English-teaching specialists are needed to address global education and training needs at grassroots levels. Learn how you can collaborate with teachers overseas to bolster a community's education levels, teaching methods, and language competencies, while gaining transferable skills for your career.

Speakers

Kerry Carmichael

Peace Corps

Sakeena Ali

Peace Corps

Friday November 15, 2024 10:15am - 10:45am PST
KH B4013

Professional Development, Presentation | Civic Engagement, Presentation

Level K-12, Adult, College/University, Intensive English Program
Focus Advocacy / Social Justice / DEI / Intercultural Communication, Reading / Writing / Literacy, Teacher Training and Education
Interest Group Intercultural Communication
Type PD Hour

10:15am PST

Bridging the Gap: Humanizing AI in Pronunciation Training

Friday November 15, 2024 10:15am - 10:45am PST

KH B3010

Explore how AI can be tailored and implemented to support pronunciation training in a way that complements the nuances of human speech and accent variation. This session will explore AI tools that enhance teacher-student interactions, ensuring that technological advancements serve to enrich the learning experience rather than diluting the human elements crucial in mastering pronunciation nuances.

Speakers

Olga Evans

Student, University of San Francisco

CATESOL 2024 State Conference: Program & Presenter Coordinator

Cameron Marshall

Student, University of San Francisco

Hong Nhung

Student, University of San Francisco

Friday November 15, 2024 10:15am - 10:45am PST
KH B3010

Skills Instruction, Presentation | Tech, Presentation

Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Program
Focus Advocacy / Social Justice / DEI / Intercultural Communication, Listening / Speaking / Pronunciation, Teacher Training and Education
Interest Group Intercultural Communication, Online Teaching, Technology-Enhanced Language Learning
Type Adjudicated/ PD Hour

10:15am PST

Calm Coloring Break

Friday November 15, 2024 10:15am - 10:45am PST

KH B2014

Looking for a calm break? Drop in and color with us! Use this time to let your brain process what you've been learning, gain inspiration for creative classroom ideas, and network in a fun space with other educators.

Speakers

Suky Kaur

Social Media Coordinator, CATESOL

CATESOL 2024 State Conference: Social Media Coordinator

Friday November 15, 2024 10:15am - 10:45am PST
KH B2014

Special Session, Networking

Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Program
Focus Advocacy / Social Justice / DEI / Intercultural Communication, Content-Based Approaches / Integrated-Skills, Multi-Level Classrooms
Interest Group Intercultural Communication
Type PD Hour

10:15am PST

Refugee Concerns Interest Group (RC-IG) Business Meeting and Networking

Friday November 15, 2024 10:15am - 10:45am PST

KH B2008

Join this session to learn more about the Refugee Concerns Interest Group (RC-IG). RC-IG coordinators will share accomplishments from the last year, brainstorm ideas for workshops, collaborations, and webinars for the upcoming year, and answer questions about how to get more involved so that you can 'lead from where you stand.'

Speakers

Talley Caruso

ESL Instructor & Material Writer, Chabot College & Digital ESL

CATESOL 2024 State Conference: Conference Treasurer Talley Caruso is an ESL instructor at Chabot College with a rich background in teaching and a passion for language exchange. Talley’s love for teaching began in 2019 when she created Os Dedicados, a virtual language exchange community... Read More →

Sherry MacKay

Founder, Transformational Learning Communities

Friday November 15, 2024 10:15am - 10:45am PST
KH B2008

Specific Populations, Business Meeting & Networking | Tech, Business Meeting & Networking

Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Program
Focus Teacher Training and Education
Interest Group Refugee Concerns
Type PD Hour

10:15am PST

Understanding the Emotional Labor of English Language Teaching while Black in the US

Friday November 15, 2024 10:15am - 11:45am PST

KH C4070

Research examining emotional labor (EL) as it is experienced by English language teachers has not been sufficiently inclusive of Black English language teachers (BELTs). In this presentation, I discuss my experiences with EL as I struggled to manage feelings stemming from race-related stress to present feelings that are aligned with the emotional rules of an intensive English program. Additionally, I highlight some of the unique challenges experienced by BELTs. Finally, I argue that endured triggering of race-related stress in response to workplace microaggressions sends implicit oppressive messages for BELTs to either detach from their racial identity or leave TESOL.

Speakers

Malik Stevenson

Assistant Professor, California State University Dominguez Hills

Friday November 15, 2024 10:15am - 11:45am PST
KH C4070

Special Session, Featured Presentation

Level Adult, College/University, Intensive English Program, Community College, K-12
Focus Advocacy / Social Justice / DEI / Intercultural Communication
Interest Group California State Universities
Type PD Hour

11:00am PST

Promoting Speaking, Listening, Vocabulary, and Fun with Pronunciation Card Games

Friday November 15, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm PST

KH B3010

Enliven your class with interactive use of Look in the Lake Cards. Create engaging experiences that motivate students and make repetitive exercises fun. Teach and review points of pronunciation, listening, grammar, vocabulary, and communicative language. Organize pairs, small groups, and teams to provide both cooperative and competitive motivations. Invoke activity from both left brain (sounds that form words, syntactic sequences) and right brain (intonation, stress, rhythm; spatial processing). Energize young and old, beginner to advanced language learners. Objectives, procedures, materials, rewards, and caveats will be presented. Audience participation is encouraged. Play. Learn. Teach. Bonus: AmEnglish online learning program mini-demos.

Speakers

Marsha Chan

President, Sunburst Media

Sunburst Media is proud to be a long-time supporter of CATESOL. Marsha and Terry hope you learn something useful and have a great time, too.At our CATESOL booth in the Exhibit Hall and online, you can choose from our assortment of books, games, and online programs to increase accuracy... Read More →

Friday November 15, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm PST
KH B3010

Skills Instruction, Presentation

Level K-12, Adult, Intensive English Program, Community College
Focus Listening / Speaking / Pronunciation
Interest Group Teaching of Pronunciation
Type PD Hour

11:00am PST

The Importance of AI and Digital Literacy in our Future

Friday November 15, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm PST

KH B2007

As our world becomes increasingly digital, it is important that we, as teachers, stay on top of new developments and adjust our teaching styles and techniques accordingly. At the same time, it's important that we work with our students (newcomers to the U.S) to do the same. This panel will share latest trends in educational technology and AI and make suggestions for how teachers can keep their skills up to date and assist their students with doing the same.

Speakers

Johanna Gleason

ESL Educator, San Diego City College District

Johanna Gleason teaches beginner level HyFlex classes at San Diego College of Continuing Education (SDCCD). She also Business Writing and Rhetoric and Freshman Success courses at San Diego State University, and English Conversation to Russian students and faculty through the Department... Read More →

Jennie Kim

Contract ESL Instructor, San Diego College of Continuing Education Contract ESL Instructor

Friday November 15, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm PST
KH B2007

Tech, Panel

Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Program
Focus Advocacy / Social Justice / DEI / Intercultural Communication, Materials Development / Publishing
Interest Group Materials Writers, Online Teaching, Technology-Enhanced Language Learning
Type PD Hour

12:30pm PST

Bay Area Chapter Munch & Mingle

Friday November 15, 2024 12:30pm - 1:15pm PST

KH B3010

Looking for somewhere to eat lunch? Drop in and introduce yourself to other Bay Area educators. Share what you've been teaching, regional-specific challenges and successes, and whether you've been involved in Chapter activities before! Whether you're new to the Bay Area or are interested in getting involved in the Chapter, we're happy to have you here!

Bay Area Chapter serves the following regions:
- Alameda County
- Contra Costa County
- Marin County
- Napa County
- San Francisco County
- San Mateo County
- Santa Clara County
- Solano County
- Sonoma County

Are you on the Bay Area Chapter message board? Take this opportunity to log into your catesol.org member profile and join the Bay Area Chapter message board, so you can stay up-to-date on all Bay Area CATESOL events!

Interested in getting involved in the Chapter? Message catesolmerve@gmail.com, our Chapter Council Chair, and she'll get you connected!

Friday November 15, 2024 12:30pm - 1:15pm PST
KH B3010

Special Session, Networking

Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Program
Type PD Hour

12:30pm PST

Capital Area Chapter Munch & Mingle

Friday November 15, 2024 12:30pm - 1:15pm PST

KH B4012

Looking for somewhere to eat lunch? Drop in and introduce yourself to other Capital Area educators. Share what you've been teaching, regional-specific challenges and successes, and whether you've been involved in Chapter activities before! Whether you're new to the Capital area or are interested in getting involved in the Chapter, we're happy to have you here!

Capital Area Chapter serves the following regions:
- Amador County
- El Dorado County
- Placer County
- Sacramento County
- Sutter County
- Yolo County
- Yuba County

Are you on the Capital Area Chapter message board? Take this opportunity to log into your catesol.org member profile and join the Capital Area Chapter message board, so you can stay up-to-date on all Bay Area CATESOL events!

Interested in getting involved in the Chapter? Message catesolmerve@gmail.com, our Chapter Council Chair, and she'll get you connected!

Friday November 15, 2024 12:30pm - 1:15pm PST
KH B4012

Special Session, Networking

Host Organization K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Programs
Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Program
Type PD Hour

12:30pm PST

Inland Empire Chapter Munch & Mingle

Friday November 15, 2024 12:30pm - 1:15pm PST

KH B2008

Looking for somewhere to eat lunch? Drop in and chat with other Inland Empire educators. Share what you've been teaching, regional-specific challenges and successes, and whether you've been involved in Chapter activities before! Whether you're new to the Inland Empire area or are interested in helping revitalize the Chapter, we're happy to have you here!

Inland Empire Chapter serves the following regions:
- Riverside County
- San Bernardino County

Are you on the Inland Empire Chapter message board? Take this opportunity to log into your catesol.org member profile and join the Inland Empire Chapter message board -- we're working on getting this Chapter back to its former glory!

Interested in helping revitalize the Chapter? Message catesolmerve@gmail.com, our Chapter Council Chair, and she'll get you connected.

Friday November 15, 2024 12:30pm - 1:15pm PST
KH B2008

Special Session, Networking

Host Organization K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Programs
Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Program
Type PD Hour

12:30pm PST

Los Padres Chapter Munch & Mingle

Friday November 15, 2024 12:30pm - 1:15pm PST

KH B4014

Looking for somewhere to eat lunch? Drop in and chat with other Los Padres educators. Share what you've been teaching, regional-specific challenges and successes, and whether you've been involved in Chapter activities before! Whether you're new to the Los Padres area or are interested in helping revitalize the Chapter, we're happy to have you here!

Los Padres Chapter serves the following regions:
- San Luis Obispo County
- Santa Barbara County
- Ventura County

Are you on the Los Padres Chapter message board? Take this opportunity to log into your catesol.org member profile and join the Los Padres Chapter message board -- we're working on getting this Chapter back to its former glory!

Interested in helping revitalize the Chapter? Message catesolmerve@gmail.com, our Chapter Council Chair, and she'll get you connected.

Friday November 15, 2024 12:30pm - 1:15pm PST
KH B4014

Special Session, Networking

Host Organization K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Programs
Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Program
Type PD Hour

12:30pm PST

Orange County Chapter Munch & Mingle

Friday November 15, 2024 12:30pm - 1:15pm PST

KH B4016

Looking for somewhere to eat lunch? Drop in and introduce yourself to other Orange County educators. Share what you've been teaching, regional-specific challenges and successes, and whether you've been involved in Chapter activities before! Whether you're new to the Orange County area or are interested in getting involved in the Chapter, we're happy to have you here!

Orange County Chapter serves the following region:
- Orange County

Are you on the Orange County Chapter message board? Take this opportunity to log into your catesol.org member profile and join the Orange County Chapter message board, so you can stay up-to-date on all Orange County Chapter CATESOL events!

Interested in getting involved in the Chapter? Message catesolmerve@gmail.com, our Chapter Council Chair, and she'll get you connected!

Friday November 15, 2024 12:30pm - 1:15pm PST
KH B4016

Special Session, Networking

Host Organization K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Programs
Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Program
Type PD Hour

12:30pm PST

San Diego Chapter Munch & Mingle

Friday November 15, 2024 12:30pm - 1:15pm PST

KH B2007

Looking for somewhere to eat lunch? Drop in and introduce yourself to other San Diego area educators. Share what you've been teaching, regional-specific challenges and successes, and whether you've been involved in Chapter activities before! Whether you're new to the San Diego area or are interested in getting involved in the Chapter, we're happy to have you here!

San Diego Chapter Serves the following region:
- San Diego County

Are you on the San Diego Chapter message board? Take this opportunity to log into your catesol.org member profile and join the San Diego Chapter message board, so you can stay up-to-date on all San Diego Chapter CATESOL events!

Interested in getting involved in the Chapter? Message catesolmerve@gmail.com, our Chapter Council Chair, and she'll get you connected!

Friday November 15, 2024 12:30pm - 1:15pm PST
KH B2007

Special Session, Networking

Host Organization K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Programs
Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Program
Type PD Hour

12:30pm PST

San Gabriel Valley Chapter Munch & Mingle

Friday November 15, 2024 12:30pm - 1:15pm PST

KH B4015

Looking for somewhere to eat lunch? Drop in and introduce yourself to other San Gabriel Valley educators. Share what you've been teaching, regional-specific challenges and successes, and whether you've been involved in Chapter activities before! Whether you're new to the San Gabriel Valley area or are interested in getting involved in the Chapter, we're happy to have you here!

San Gabriel Valley Chapter serves the following regions:
- El Monte
- Pasadena
- Temple City
- Claremont
- Monterey Park
- San Dimas
- La Cańana Flintridge
- Pomona
- Walnut
- any other parts of LA that don't feel like they have a home!

Are you on the San Gabriel Valley Chapter message board? Take this opportunity to log into your catesol.org member profile and join the San Gabriel Valley Chapter message board, so you can stay up-to-date on all San Gabriel Valley Chapter CATESOL events!

Interested in getting involved in the Chapter? Message catesolmerve@gmail.com, our Chapter Council Chair, and she'll get you connected!

Speakers

Jennifer Guillen

Chapter Coordinator (San Gabriel Valley) Adjunct ESL Instructor, Santiago Canyon College, Chaffey College

Jennifer Guillen, an active leader in the CATESOL community and current Chapter Coordinator for the San Gabriel Valley (SGV) chapter, will be speaking at the CATESOL 2024 State Conference in Los Angeles. With a deep passion for empowering English language learners and bridging communities... Read More →

Sara Bauman

CATESOL, San Gabriel Valley Chapter

Adrian Almanza

SGV Chapter Treasurer | ELS Associate Instructor | Adjunct ESL Instructor, CATESOL, San Gabriel Valley Chapter | ELS | Rio Hondo College

Adrian became part of the SGV Chapter in 2022, initially serving as the Undergraduate Representative. In December 2023, he assumed the role of the Chapter’s Treasurer. He completed his B.A. in English Literature in the Fall of 2023 from California State Polytechnic University, Pomona... Read More →

Friday November 15, 2024 12:30pm - 1:15pm PST
KH B4015

Special Session, Networking

Host Organization K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Programs
Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Program
Type PD Hour

12:30pm PST

Saroyan Chapter Munch & Mingle

Friday November 15, 2024 12:30pm - 1:15pm PST

KH B4017

Looking for somewhere to eat lunch? Drop in and introduce yourself to other Saroyan area educators. Share what you've been teaching, regional-specific challenges and successes, and whether you've been involved in Chapter activities before! Whether you're new to the Saroyan area or are interested in getting involved in the Chapter, we're happy to have you here!

Saroyan Chapter serves the following region:
- Saroyan area

Are you on the Saroyan Chapter message board? Take this opportunity to log into your catesol.org member profile and join the Saroyan Chapter message board, so you can stay up-to-date on all Saroyan Chapter CATESOL events!

Interested in getting involved in the Chapter? Message catesolmerve@gmail.com, our Chapter Council Chair, and she'll get you connected!

Friday November 15, 2024 12:30pm - 1:15pm PST
KH B4017

Special Session, Networking

Host Organization K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Programs
Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Program
Type PD Hour

12:30pm PST

Steinbeck Chapter Munch & Mingle

Friday November 15, 2024 12:30pm - 1:15pm PST

KH B3016

Looking for somewhere to eat lunch? Drop in and chat with other local educators. Share what you've been teaching, regional-specific challenges and successes, and whether you've been involved in Steinbeck Chapter activities before! Whether you're new to the Monterey area or are interested in helping revitalize the Chapter, we're happy to have you here!

Steinbeck Chapter serves the following regions:
- Monterey County
- San Benito County
- Santa Cruz County

Are you on the Steinbeck Chapter message board? Take this opportunity to log into your catesol.org member profile and join the Steinbeck Chapter message board -- we're working on getting this Chapter more active again!

Interested in helping out with the Chapter? Message catesolmerve@gmail.com, our Chapter Council Chair, and she'll get you connected.

Friday November 15, 2024 12:30pm - 1:15pm PST
KH B3016

Special Session, Networking

Host Organization K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Programs
Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Program
Type PD Hour

12:30pm PST

Yosemite Chapter Munch & Mingle

Friday November 15, 2024 12:30pm - 1:15pm PST

KH B4013

Looking for somewhere to eat lunch? Drop in and chat with other Yosemite area educators. Share what you've been teaching, regional-specific challenges and successes, and whether you've been involved in Chapter activities before! Whether you're new to the Yosemite area or are interested in helping revitalize the Chapter, we're happy to have you here!

Yosemite Chapter serves the following regions:
- Alpine County
- Calaveras County
- Merced County
- San Joaquin County
- Stanislaus County
- Tuolumne County

Are you on the Yosemite Chapter message board? Take this opportunity to log into your catesol.org member profile and join the Yosemite Chapter message board -- we're working on getting this Chapter back to its former glory!

Interested in helping revitalize the Chapter? Message catesolmerve@gmail.com, our Chapter Council Chair, and she'll get you connected.

Friday November 15, 2024 12:30pm - 1:15pm PST
KH B4013

Special Session, Networking

Host Organization K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Programs
Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Program
Type PD Hour

1:15pm PST

CATESOL Interest Groups? Which One Will Empower You?

Friday November 15, 2024 1:15pm - 2:30pm PST

Golden Eagle Deck

CATESOL brings together so many voices. Members can join an unlimited number of Interest Groups. Our current array of IGs includes CIRT, CSU, IC, LGBTQ+, RW, RC, MW, NNLEI, OT, TELL, TEW, TOP, and USC! In this alphabet soup of acronyms, find a group of like-minded educators to empower your voice.
Present and past IG Chairs and coordinators will be there to chat and orient you to what each IG focuses on and which ones you should join.

Speakers

Randall Rightmire

CATESOL Interest Group Chair, UCSB

Friday November 15, 2024 1:15pm - 2:30pm PST
Golden Eagle Deck

Professional Development, Poster

Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Program
Focus Advocacy / Social Justice / DEI / Intercultural Communication, English for Specific Purposes, Materials Development / Publishing
Interest Group LGBTQ+, Non-Native Language Educator Issues, Online Teaching, Technology-Enhanced Language Learning
Type PD Hour

1:15pm PST

Transforming NCSSFL-ACTFL Can-Do Statements into L2 Communicative Activities

Friday November 15, 2024 1:15pm - 2:30pm PST

Golden Eagle Deck

This presentation introduces a method for utilizing the NCSSFL-ACTFL Can-Do Statements by transforming them into communicative group activities, providing educators with a practical way to integrate the frameworks in class. While proficiency checklists are helpful for L2 learners, interactive activities may offer a more effective means of utilization. Over an extended two-month period, these activities proved effective, as students minimized L1 use and engaged in extended speech despite increasing task difficulty. Interviews and questionnaires conducted at the end of the project indicated that students responded positively to the activities overall.

Speakers

Norman Fewell

Professor, Meio University

Friday November 15, 2024 1:15pm - 2:30pm PST
Golden Eagle Deck

Skills Instruction, Poster

Level K-12, College/University
Focus Content-Based Approaches / Integrated-Skills, Listening / Speaking / Pronunciation
Interest Group Intercultural Communication
Type PD Hour

1:15pm PST

Scaffolding and Promoting Student Participation through Translanguaging

Friday November 15, 2024 1:15pm - 2:30pm PST

Golden Eagle Deck

In a bilingual elementary classroom, effectively implementing scaffolding and translanguaging is essential for growing the students' linguistic repertoire while promoting bilingualism. This presentation demonstrates ways in which students can be encouraged to actively participate in a bilingual classroom setting. Scaffolding explains how the Zone of Proximal Development is associated with language acquisition, where it can be applied to a student's learning environment. Translanguaging discussion circles and oral and digital storytelling create safe spaces for students to share about themselves in ways they feel comfortable doing so, such as using their home language while continuing to grow their classroom target languages.

Speakers

Amy Bueno

Grad Student, University of Southern California

Joyce Liang

USC

Friday November 15, 2024 1:15pm - 2:30pm PST
Golden Eagle Deck

Specific Populations, Poster | Tech, Poster

Level K-12
Focus Content-Based Approaches / Integrated-Skills
Type PD Hour

1:15pm PST

Korean Pre-Service Teachers' Perceptions of Using Technology in Education

Friday November 15, 2024 1:15pm - 2:30pm PST

Golden Eagle Deck

This study aims to examine the perceptions of Korean pre-service elementary school teachers about education using technology on the basis of their self-efficacy and the challenges they may face when during the class. For this, 120 participants completed a survey including twenty closed-ended questions and one open-ended question. It was found that overall, the participants seem to feel comfortable in using technology in classrooms while they are not confident to appropriately use computer terminology and to evaluate proper software for teaching and learning. Concerning challenges, teacher-related, students-related, and other types of difficulties including technical issues were explored.

Speakers

Jong-gab Choi

Assistant Professor, Chuncheon National University of Education

Friday November 15, 2024 1:15pm - 2:30pm PST
Golden Eagle Deck

Tech, Poster | Professional Development, Poster

Level K-12, College/University
Focus Teacher Training and Education
Interest Group Non-Native Language Educator Issues, Teaching English in the Workplace
Type PD Hour

1:30pm PST

Making Feedback Social: Humanizing Assessment and Feedback in Writing Instruction

Friday November 15, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm PST

KH C4071

Traditional writing assessment often focuses on a final product as compared to the developmental process that initially brought it to fruition (Hirvela,1999; Stern & Solomon, 2006). As a result, learners focus their attention on perfecting a final product rather than on the process of writing. Unsurprisingly, much instructor feedback addresses technical corrections while comments focused on quality and development of ideas, structure/organization, and cohesion are frequently deficient (Stern & Solomon, 2006). In this workshop, we offer social annotation as a more humanized learning and assessment process.

Speakers

Michele McConnell

CSU Fresno

Friday November 15, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm PST
KH C4071

Pedagogy, Workshop | Assessment, Workshop

Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University
Focus Reading / Writing / Literacy
Interest Group California State Universities, Online Teaching, Research Writers
Type PD Hour

1:30pm PST

Engaging & Empowering ESL Writing: Novels, Group Work, & Digital Tools

Friday November 15, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm PST

KH B2019

This session explores engaging and empowering ESL students in academic writing through novels, group work, and digital tools. Irvine Valley College's ESL class, two levels below English composition, incorporates weekly reading assignments, written tasks, and presentations using Google Slides and AI-generated images. The curriculum is designed to be student-centered, promoting active reading, thorough understanding, and peer teaching. Implementation includes role assignments, collaborative presentations, and response blogs. By semester's end, students will read and reteach a novel, demonstrating improved language skills. Continuous refinement and potential rubric introduction aim to enhance grading consistency. Online supplements and student presentation links will be shared.

Speakers

Gizelle Ponzillo

Assistant Professor of ESL, Santa Ana College

I have many years of experience in ESL/EFL education, having taught in my native country of Brazil, China, and the USA. I have taught remedial writing at CSULA as a grad student, ESL at the ELP at CSULB, non-credit ESL at NOCE for 2 years, credit ESL at Cypress College for 4 years... Read More →

Friday November 15, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm PST
KH B2019

Pedagogy, Workshop | Tech, Workshop

Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Program
Focus Content-Based Approaches / Integrated-Skills, Multi-Level Classrooms, Reading / Writing / Literacy
Interest Group Technology-Enhanced Language Learning
Type PD Hour

1:30pm PST

Prompt Engineering with AI for Material Development in Language Teaching

Friday November 15, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm PST

KH B2007

This workshop empowers educators to optimize prompt engineering in AI to create tailored educational materials for students. Participants will learn to craft precise prompts, guiding AI to generate differentiated, multilingual, and culturally relevant content. Prompt engineering skills will include building context, specifying roles, integrating key vocabulary, verifying outputs, and engaging iteratively. Through two hands-on activities, educators will develop texts and scenarios that can be used in their classrooms, in turn enhancing digital literacy and instructional practices. The session includes a discussion on ethical considerations, data privacy, and applications of when AI integration is ideal for the language classroom.

Speakers

Ana Guzman

Doctoral Student/Adjunct Professor, Pepperdine University

Kevin Wong

Associate Professor and TESOL Chair; Co-Editor of The CATESOL Journal, Pepperdine University

Kevin Wong, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor and Chair of the TESOL program at Pepperdine University. He is also Co-Editor of The CATESOL Journal and Editor of The Teacher Advocate. Kevin is a scholar of language learning and early literacy development in K-12 (primary and secondary... Read More →

Xuanyi (Amber) Chen

PhD Student, Pepperdine University

Xiadani Mendoza

Instructional Designer, Pepperdine University

Friday November 15, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm PST
KH B2007

Pedagogy, Workshop | Tech, Workshop

Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Program
Focus Content-Based Approaches / Integrated-Skills, Materials Development / Publishing, Teacher Training and Education
Interest Group Materials Writers, Technology-Enhanced Language Learning
Type PD Hour

1:30pm PST

Teaching with Corpora — App-y Hour!

Friday November 15, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm PST

KH B4015

CATESOL attendees are invited to showcase a new corpus-related app, platform, or digital resource that you have tried out this past year -- or think you might try out in the near future.

This is really informal and low-stakes: Just be ready to take 3-5 minutes to highlight the app/digital resource and a classroom or online activity idea. Then, each of us can follow up with people about the items that resonate the most.

Let us know if you are interested in highlighting a tool: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Vefd7bJWRPzzzMqnUVmO4ds268TJdmHMjJnztTAQm6Y/edit?usp=sharing. Or just show up ready to roll!

And bring your devices, questions, and snacks.

Speakers

Elizaveta Kuznetsova

Northern Arizona University

CATESOL 2024 State Conference: Poster Session Coordinator

Margi Wald

Lecturer, UC Berkeley College Writing Programs

Margi teaches first-year composition, reading, and grammar & vocabulary courses specifically designed for multilingual student writers. She directs UC Berkeley's Summer English Language Studies program, co-edits The CATESOL Journal, and has extensive experience presenting at and... Read More →

Friday November 15, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm PST
KH B4015

Pedagogy, Workshop | Tech, Workshop

Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Program
Focus English for Specific Purposes, Grammar / Vocabulary, Materials Development / Publishing
Interest Group Corpus-Informed Research and Teaching, Materials Writers, Online Teaching, Technology-Enhanced Language Learning
Type PD Hour

1:30pm PST

Shaping Global Impact: Insights from English Language Programs Alumni

Friday November 15, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm PST

Ballroom 3, Golden Eagle Building

Gain insights on how you can make a difference globally through teaching projects designed by the U.S. Department of State. Engage with English Language Programs alumni to discover the profound impact their projects had abroad, as well as the personal and professional growth they encountered along the way.

*This session is presented by one of our CATESOL 2024 Conference Exhibitors. Find them in the Los Angeles Room after the session.*

Speakers

Lara Neeley

Friday November 15, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm PST
Ballroom 3, Golden Eagle Building

Professional Development, Panel

Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Program
Focus English for Specific Purposes, Teacher Training and Education
Interest Group Intercultural Communication, Non-Native Language Educator Issues, Online Teaching
Type Non-Adjudicated/ PD Hour

1:30pm PST

The Many Pathways You Can Follow with an MA in TESOL Degree

Friday November 15, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm PST

KH B4017

MA in TESOL programs prepare teachers to work in a variety of educational settings. In this session, panel members describe the many different pathways they have taken with an MA in TESOL degree in hand. Panel members working in adult ESL, community college, K-12, non-profits, and career placement offices describe how their MA degrees provided them with the tools necessary to adapt to the various teaching environments. Panel members will engage the audience in a discussion designed to help them understand the many pathways they can follow with an MA in TESOL degree.

Speakers

Lia Kamhi-Stein

Professor, California State University, Los Angeles

Lía Kamhi-Stein is a professor in and coordinator of the M.A. in TESOL Program at California State University, Los Angeles. She worked as a certified public translator, EFL teacher, and program administrator in Argentina. She has published articles, chapters, and edited volumes... Read More →

Friday November 15, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm PST
KH B4017

Professional Development, Presentation

Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Program
Focus Teacher Training and Education
Interest Group California State Universities
Type PD Hour

1:30pm PST

Enhance Your Students' Learning Experience with Ellii

Friday November 15, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm PST

Ballroom 1, Golden Eagle Building

Discover Ellii's innovative content platform that increases student engagement and improves learning outcomes. With features designed to save teachers prep time and empower students, Ellii offers thousands of high-quality, ready-to-use printable and digital lessons. For 20 years, Ellii's in-house team has created materials for adult education, literacy, and ESL needs. Explore Ellii's ESL resources, including IET and workplace English courses, perfect for classroom or distance learning. Join us for an overview of the Ellii platform.

Speakers

Ben Buckwold

CEO and Founder, ellii (Visionary Sponsor)

After teaching English and developing curriculum in Tokyo, Japan, for five years, Ben launched Ellii (formerly known as ESL Library) in 2002. Ellii is a subscription-based resource site providing easy access to highly engaging, relevant content for English teachers. Over the past... Read More →

Friday November 15, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm PST
Ballroom 1, Golden Eagle Building

Skills Instruction, Presentation | Tech, Presentation

Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Program
Focus Content-Based Approaches / Integrated-Skills, Multi-Level Classrooms, Standards-Based Instruction
Interest Group California State Universities, Online Teaching, Technology-Enhanced Language Learning, Teaching English in the Workplace
Type PD Hour

1:30pm PST

Empathy in Action: Techniques for Trauma-Sensitive Teaching

Friday November 15, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm PST

Ballroom 2, Golden Eagle Building

In this Refugee Concerns Interest Group (RC-IG)-sponsored panel, three Adult ESOL educators will share how they are incorporating trauma-sensitive practices into the classroom focusing on Preventative, Responsive, and Healing approaches to continue providing a safe and welcoming environment for a growing number of trauma-affected newcomers in the US. There will be an opportunity for Q & A and for you to share some of your practices.

Speakers

Talley Caruso

ESL Instructor & Material Writer, Chabot College & Digital ESL

Sherry MacKay

Founder, Transformational Learning Communities

Mark Scholl

ESL Instructor, Butte-Glenn Community College District

I am interested in incorporating trauma-sensitive principles into my teaching to help my students thrive--rather than just survive--in their journey of learning English.

Hsin-Yu Teresa Hsu-Contreras

Tatiana Dutra e Mello

Teacher, Mount Diablo Adult Education

Friday November 15, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm PST
Ballroom 2, Golden Eagle Building

Special Session, Featured Panel

Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Program
Focus Teacher Training and Education
Interest Group Refugee Concerns
Type PD Hour

1:30pm PST

K-12 Grant: Working with ELLs with Interrupted Education

Friday November 15, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm PST

KH C4070

CATESOL Education Foundation (CEF) introduces its study group grant which supports developing skills for working with ELL students who have had limited and/or interrupted education and therefore gaps in their learning. Presenters will explore these students' strengths and needs, including social-emotional learning, recommendations of best practices, and techniques to accelerate their academic achievement. The presentation will highlight what former grantees have been able to apply to their previous and current teaching and outline the process for applying to be a 2024-2025 grantee.

Speakers

Judith O'Loughlin

Education Consultant, Language Matters Education Consultants, LLC

Judith B. O'Loughlin has taught ESL at K-12, adult education, and graduate university endorsement programs in New Jersey and elsewhere. As a consultant, she focuses on standards-based curriculum, differentiated instruction and assessment, collaborative team-teaching, newcomers with... Read More →

Friday November 15, 2024 1:30pm - 2:30pm PST
KH C4070

Special Session, Featured Presentation

Level K-12
Focus Advocacy / Social Justice / DEI / Intercultural Communication
Interest Group Refugee Concerns
Type PD Hour

2:30pm PST

Exhibitor Hour & Snacks

Friday November 15, 2024 2:30pm - 3:30pm PST

Los Angeles Room (Exhibitor Hall)

This dedicated Exhibitor Hour gives you a chance to chat with industry experts. Spend some time sharing ideas and connecting with publishers and CATESOL volunteers. We worked hard to bring the best in our industry to one place!

Did we also mention we have snacks? Stop on by and enjoy garden crudités and chips & dips before our afternoon sessions and events.

Friday November 15, 2024 2:30pm - 3:30pm PST
Los Angeles Room (Exhibitor Hall)

Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Program

3:30pm PST

AI-Driven ESL Curriculum: Comparing Traditional and AI-Enhanced Approaches

Friday November 15, 2024 3:30pm - 4:00pm PST

KH C4070

This qualitative study explores the application of artificial intelligence in English as a Second Language curriculum design with traditional approaches, focusing on impacts on diverse learners. Through classroom observations and teacher interviews in two ESL classrooms over four weeks, this study investigated how AI-powered curriculum tools influence language learning and learner engagement compared to traditional methods. The research examines practical implementation of AI-suggested lesson sequencing and content adaptation, discussing the balance between AI recommendations and teacher expertise. Findings provide insights into the real-world effects of AI integration in ESL programs, contributing to the ongoing discussion on technology-enhanced language learning.

Researchers/Authors: Samaneh Eslamdoost, Ph.D. & Grazia Mora, MA

Speakers

Samaneh Eslamdoost, Ph.D.

ESL Instructor, California College of Communications

I have done my PhD in English Language Teaching in Tehran, Iran. My research focused on the critical analysis of what brings up identity re/constructions, specifically identity conflicts for EFL teachers and instructors in the education system of Iran. I looked into manifold factors... Read More →

Grazia Mora

Academic Coordinator, California College of Communications

Celine Signorini Bakan, Ph.D.

Teacher, California College of Communication

Diandra Flores

Teacher, California College of Communications

Friday November 15, 2024 3:30pm - 4:00pm PST
KH C4070

Special Session, Featured Presentation

Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Program
Focus Materials Development / Publishing, Teacher Training and Education
Interest Group Materials Writers, Online Teaching, Technology-Enhanced Language Learning
Type PD Hour

3:30pm PST

Translanguaging for Empowering Students' Social-Emotional Well-Being

Friday November 15, 2024 3:30pm - 4:00pm PST

Ballroom 3, Golden Eagle Building

Integrating emergent bilingual students into K-12 mainstream classrooms can lead to psychological pressures (Dovchin, 2021) due to the lack of linguistic support. This study explored K-12 educators' perspectives teaching at bilingual schools in the U.S. regarding the use of the translanguaging method, which is believed to support the educational and emotional health of students (Kleyn & García, 2019). According to results of a survey and interviews, teachers reported that translanguaging enhances positive emotion among students because it bolsters self-confidence and encourages classroom engagement. The presentation will provide insights into educational practices and propose topics for future research.

Speakers

Nayereh Nouri

ESL Instructor, Santiago Canyon College Division of Continuing Education

Friday November 15, 2024 3:30pm - 4:00pm PST
Ballroom 3, Golden Eagle Building

Special Session, Featured Presentation

Level K-12
Focus Advocacy / Social Justice / DEI / Intercultural Communication
Interest Group Refugee Concerns
Type PD Hour

3:30pm PST

Teacher Perceptions and Teacher Preparation Programs

Friday November 15, 2024 3:30pm - 4:00pm PST

KH B4017

This study investigates teacher preparation programs (TPP) and the perceptions held by teachers about their preparedness to teach and work with vulnerable populations such as students classified as English Learners or special needs, are socioeconomically disadvantaged, and come from multicultural communities. The research aims to answer three driving questions: (1) What are teacher perceptions about the effectiveness of their teacher preparation program? (2) How do teacher preparation programs prepare teachers to teach in multilingual and multicultural environments? (3) Is there a significant influence between teachers' perception of their preparation program and their perceived preparedness to teach multilingual and multicultural students?

Speakers

Yesenia Carvajal

Student, CSU, Los Angeles

Johanna Martinez

Graduate Student, California State University Los Angeles

I am currently a graduate student within the Department of Anthropology at Cal State LA. I also work as a high school ELD paraprofessional within the San Fernando Valley. My current research looks at the social identity development of youth labeled as English Language Learners and... Read More →

Alejandra Reilly

CSULA

Friday November 15, 2024 3:30pm - 4:00pm PST
KH B4017

Specific Populations, Presentation

Level K-12
Focus Teacher Training and Education
Type PD Hour

3:30pm PST

Empowering ESOL Voices with AI: Innovative Student-Centered Learning

Friday November 15, 2024 3:30pm - 4:00pm PST

KH B4016

Explore how to integrate AI for student-centered learning and innovation in ESOL classrooms. Designed for higher education instructors new to AI, this session provides practical strategies to create personalized, engaging learning experiences. Learn to seamlessly incorporate AI into your teaching to foster better student outcomes, drive educational innovation, and amplify student voices in the digital age.

Speakers

Denise Maduli-Williams

Professor, Miramar College

Dayamudra Dennehy

Tenured ESL Faculty, CCSF

Wordsmith, Educator, Global Wanderer, Dancer, Yogi.Dayamudra is Founder and Creative Director of the non-profit, Jai Bhim International, collaborating on alternative educational youth projects in south India. JBI's latest initiative is Blossom Projects, a residential community for... Read More →

Friday November 15, 2024 3:30pm - 4:00pm PST
KH B4016

Tech, Presentation

Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Program
Focus Content-Based Approaches / Integrated-Skills, Listening / Speaking / Pronunciation, Reading / Writing / Literacy
Interest Group Online Teaching, Technology-Enhanced Language Learning
Type PD Hour

3:30pm PST

Writing Specifications-Based Reading Passages: What AIs Say About Empowering us

Friday November 15, 2024 3:30pm - 4:00pm PST

KH B2007

This study used a written interview format to ask several large language models (LLMs, specifically, Claude, Chat GPT, and Gemini) about their ability to write reading passages restricted to particular vocabulary lists, and with specific restrictions on text complexity. The presentation outlines the background of the study, particularly features that might be included in passage specifications, and provides options for setting specifications in a particular context and/or at a particular level of English proficiency. It outlines the various capabilities claimed by current versions of the LLMs that were interviewed.

Speakers

Nathan Carr

Professor & Department Chair, Cal State Fullerton

Friday November 15, 2024 3:30pm - 4:00pm PST
KH B2007

Tech, Presentation | Assessment, Presentation

Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Program
Focus Grammar / Vocabulary, Materials Development / Publishing, Reading / Writing / Literacy
Interest Group Corpus-Informed Research and Teaching, Materials Writers, Technology-Enhanced Language Learning
Type PD Hour

3:30pm PST

Video Games: Bridging Digital and Linguistic Communities in SLA

Friday November 15, 2024 3:30pm - 4:00pm PST

KH B3016

Gaming has become a mainstream entertaining activity worldwide, evolving into complex systems that combine virtual spaces and engaging environments across all digital platforms. This unique potential can be leveraged by Second Language Acquisition programs. In this presentation, we will explore into the multifaceted benefits of using games in SLA further.

Speakers

Tianshi Hao

Ph.D. Candidate, Pepperdine University

Nooshan Ashtari

Friday November 15, 2024 3:30pm - 4:00pm PST
KH B3016

Tech, Presentation | Professional Development, Presentation

Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Program
Focus Advocacy / Social Justice / DEI / Intercultural Communication, Content-Based Approaches / Integrated-Skills, Listening / Speaking / Pronunciation
Interest Group Intercultural Communication, Technology-Enhanced Language Learning, Teaching of Pronunciation
Type PD Hour

4:15pm PST

The AfroMetaverse as Black Placemaking for Racial Justice in TESOL

Friday November 15, 2024 4:15pm - 5:30pm PST

Golden Eagle Ballrooms

Hunter, Patillo, Robinson, and Taylor (2016) introduced the framework of Black placemaking referring to how 'urban Black Americans create sites of endurance, belonging, and resistance through social interaction' (p. 32), which Tichavakunda (2020) and Halkiyo and Hailu (2023) extrapolated to educational settings, and Murphy (2022) applied to global Blackness across the Americas through the concept of aquilombamento or 'the act of creating or meeting in a maroon community' (p. 236) for the life-giving purposes of relief, resistance, self-determination, and joy. This keynote presentation proposes as a site of Black placemaking the AfroMetaverse online platform where Black adolescents in Brazil and Colombia meet, chat, and collaborate with African American middle and high school students playing educational English, Portuguese, and Spanish language games incorporating augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) experiences with the study of the history and cultures of Afrodescendants throughout the Americas. AfroMetaverse, which is modeled after the CONIX Research Center's Augmented Reality Edge Networking Architecture (ARENA) networking platform that combines AR and VR for multimodal interaction between local and remote users, positions Black students at the forefront of the latest technological advances in computer assisted language learning (CALL) while prioritizing a critical race pedagogy for world language teaching (CRPWLT, Anya, 2021). The presentation describes how the AfroMetaverse project demonstrates CRPWLT and responds to Austin and Anya's (2024) call for Black Linguistic Reparations to address the history of harm against Afrodescendants in language study by centering the experiences and success of Black students to inform curriculum, instruction, policy, and teacher training for racial justice in TESOL and multilingual education. The presentation also details the AfroMetaverse project timeline, collaborations with international partners in racial justice and global education, and prospects for empirical research to assess the impact of engaging in this site of Black placemaking.

Speakers

Uju Anya

Carnegie Mellon University

Friday November 15, 2024 4:15pm - 5:30pm PST
Golden Eagle Ballrooms

Special Session, Plenary

Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Program
Focus Advocacy / Social Justice / DEI / Intercultural Communication
Interest Group Technology-Enhanced Language Learning
Type PD Hour

5:30pm PST

President's Reception

Friday November 15, 2024 5:30pm - 8:00pm PST

Walkway of the Arts

Come enjoy live music and appetizers as you mingle with good friends and meet new colleagues.

Speakers

Song Hong

Assistant Professor, Santiago Canyon College Division of Continuing Education

Friday November 15, 2024 5:30pm - 8:00pm PST
Walkway of the Arts

Special Session, Networking

Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Program

5:45pm PST

CATESOL Educational Foundation (CEF) Business Meeting

Friday November 15, 2024 5:45pm - 6:15pm PST

KH C4070

Are you a CATESOL Voting Board Member? Come cast your vote as we elect CEF's new and returning leaders! (Invite-only)

Speakers

Randall Rightmire

CATESOL Interest Group Chair, UCSB

Nina Dellona

CATESOL IEP Level Asst. Chair, Mission College

Merve Beyazit Taner

Chapter Council Chair, CATESOL

Bahiyyih Hardacre

Cal State LA and CSU IG Coordinator

CATESOL 2024 State Conference: Conference Chair

Song Hong

Assistant Professor, Santiago Canyon College Division of Continuing Education

Tammy Wik

Secretary, CATESOL

I have been delighted to serve as the CATESOL Secretary from 2021-2024. For our 2024-2025 year, I'll be stepping into the role of CATESOL Treasurer. I'm currently teaching at College of the Redwoods as Adjunct Faculty and during summers, I also teach at UC Berkeley.CATESOL 2024 State... Read More →

Dyan Collings Ralph

Volunteer Coordinator, CATESOL

I earned my MA in TESOL from Cal State LA in June 2021, under the extraordinary mentorship of Dr. Lia Kamhi-Stein. After graduation, my family returned to the Valley...Simi Valley specifically, and I am now teaching ESL for Ventura College and College of the Canyons. I am also working... Read More →

Andy Mardesich

Adult Education Level Chair, CATESOL

CATESOL 2024 State Conference: Conference Webmaster Assistant

Anna Joaquin

College/University Level Chair; Interest Group, California State University, Northridge

Anthony Burik

CATESOL Past President, OTAN - Outreach and Technical Assistance Network

I have the honor of serving as your CATESOL Past President. Welcome to Cal State LA and we are so excited that you have chosen to be with us. I look forward to seeing you at the CATESOL 2024 State Conference! Please say hi during the conference!

Vincent Nunez

Treasurer, CATESOL

In my spare time -- when I am not driving or Zooming to teach for multiple California community colleges -- I enjoy programming. And I enjoy meeting other teachers who code! Yes, here in my profile statement I am using the terms 'programming' and 'coding' interchangeably. But if you... Read More →

Douglas Saylor

DEI Chair, CATESOL

L. Erika Saito

Director of Strategic Partnerships, PK-14 Education, University of Massachusetts Global

Friday November 15, 2024 5:45pm - 6:15pm PST
KH C4070

Special Session, Professional Development

Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Program
Type PD Hour

6:15pm PST

CATESOL Educational Foundation Meet & Greet

Friday November 15, 2024 6:15pm - 6:45pm PST

KH C4070

Do you know who's who at CATESOL Educational Foundation? Join us to say hello and learn more about the CATESOL Educational Foundation!

Friday November 15, 2024 6:15pm - 6:45pm PST
KH C4070

Special Session, Networking

Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Program