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7:45am PST
Newcomer Orientation
Saturday November 16, 2024 7:45am - 8:30am PST
Speakers
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...
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Saturday November 16, 2024 7:45am - 8:30am PST
KH B4014
7:45am PST
8:45am PST
Perceiving and Ameliorating /l/ and /n/ Sounds with Chopsticks
Saturday November 16, 2024 8:45am - 9:15am PST
Speakers
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...
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Saturday November 16, 2024 8:45am - 9:15am PST
KH B3010
8:45am PST
8:45am PST
8:45am PST
Corpus-Informed Research/Teaching Interest Group (CIRT-IG) Business Meeting and Networking
Saturday November 16, 2024 8:45am - 9:15am PST
Speakers EK
Northern Arizona University
CATESOL 2024 State Conference: Poster Session Coordinator
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...
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Saturday November 16, 2024 8:45am - 9:15am PST
KH B2014
8:45am PST
Communicative SEL Games with Love
Saturday November 16, 2024 8:45am - 9:15am PST
Speakers
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...
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Saturday November 16, 2024 8:45am - 9:15am PST
KH B2019
8:45am PST
Technology Enhanced Language Learning Interest Group (TELL-IG) Business Meeting & Networking
Saturday November 16, 2024 8:45am - 9:15am PST
Speakers
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...
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Contract ESL Instructor, San Diego College of Continuing Education Contract ESL Instructor
Saturday November 16, 2024 8:45am - 9:15am PST
KH B4012
8:45am PST
California Community Colleges: Catalysts for Civic Engagement and Digital Literacies
Saturday November 16, 2024 8:45am - 9:15am PST
Speakers
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...
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Saturday November 16, 2024 8:45am - 9:15am PST
KH C4071
8:45am PST
USA Learns-Citizenship: Free Online ESL Course for Adults
Saturday November 16, 2024 8:45am - 9:15am PST
Speakers
Content Developer/CTE and ESL instructor, SCOE/Garden Grove Adult Education
I've been in ESL for over 20 years. I've taught all levels, but my main passion is Beginning Level. I was the EL Civics Coordinator for many years. I've been with OTAN for 5 years. I've just received my CTE credential and am now teaching an IELCE Business Office Technology Cerrtificate...
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Saturday November 16, 2024 8:45am - 9:15am PST
KH B4016
8:45am PST
AR + AI: A Perfect Pair for Immersive Experiences
Saturday November 16, 2024 8:45am - 10:00am PST
Speakers
Subject Matter Expert & Tech Advisor, Outreach and Technical Assistance Network
Farzana Cassim is an Instructional Technology Teacher Advisor at Evans Community Adult School, part of the Division of Adult and Career Education, LAUSD. With 30 years at Evans CAS, she began as an ESL Level 1A student and has held roles such as Educational Aide, Teacher Assistant...
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Saturday November 16, 2024 8:45am - 10:00am PST
KH C4070
9:30am PST
9:30am PST
9:30am PST
Literacy for Oral Learners
Saturday November 16, 2024 9:30am - 10:00am PST
Speakers AY
Researcher, Biola University
Biola Ph.D. student researching SEL
Saturday November 16, 2024 9:30am - 10:00am PST
KH B2014
9:30am PST
Building Community as a Virtual English Language Specialist in Pakistan
Saturday November 16, 2024 9:30am - 10:00am PST
Speakers
ESL Assistant Program Chair, San Diego College of Continuing Education
Kelly Metz-Matthews, Ph.D. is faculty and Assistant Program Chair in the English as a Second Language Program at the San Diego College of Continuing Education. She is also Associate Editor of Applied Linguistics, an Oxford University Press journal. A longtime teacher educator and...
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Saturday November 16, 2024 9:30am - 10:00am PST
KH B4015
9:30am PST
Tuning in, Talking More, and Taking Turns Empower Learners' Voices
Saturday November 16, 2024 9:30am - 10:00am PST
Speakers
Instructor, Mission College
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...
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Saturday November 16, 2024 9:30am - 10:00am PST
KH B3010
9:30am PST
9:30am PST
AI is Transforming English Speaking Proficiency
Saturday November 16, 2024 9:30am - 10:00am PST
Speakers
CEO & Co-founder, FLOW Speak
Matt Sussman is the CEO and Co-founder of FLOW Speak, an AI-powered platform designed to improve English speaking confidence. Prior to this role, Matt served as the Executive Director for Fulbright Japan from January 2013 to June 2021. In his free time, he enjoys making banana waffles...
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Saturday November 16, 2024 9:30am - 10:00am PST
KH B3016
9:30am PST
9:30am PST
9:30am PST
Navigating the English Language Classroom: Effective Practices for Novice Teachers
Saturday November 16, 2024 9:30am - 10:45am PST
Speakers
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...
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Cal State LA and CSU IG Coordinator
CATESOL 2024 State Conference: Conference Chair
Associate Director, Writing Programs, University of California, Los Angeles
Saturday November 16, 2024 9:30am - 10:45am PST
KH B2007
9:30am PST
Bridging the Gap: LGBTQ+ and Neurodivergent Intersectionality and Inclusion in ESL
Saturday November 16, 2024 9:30am - 10:45am PST
Speakers
ESL Instructor, San Diego Community College District
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...
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Material Writers Interest Group Co-coordinator, CATESOL
CATESOL 2024 State Conference: Print Coordinator
ST
ESL Teacher, Pacific Grove Adult Education
Saturday November 16, 2024 9:30am - 10:45am PST
KH B2009
10:15am PST
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10:15am PST
10:15am PST
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10:15am PST
Enhance Teaching and Save Time with Spark: NGL's All-in-One Platform
Saturday November 16, 2024 10:15am - 10:45am PST
Speakers
National Sales Manager, National Geographic Learning
I’m super excited to present at CATESOL and share the latest result of National Geographic Learning’s collaboration with TED.com. Talk to me about your classroom experiences with TED.com.
Saturday November 16, 2024 10:15am - 10:45am PST
KH B4013
10:15am PST
10:15am PST
11:00am PST
AI in Second Language Education: Grabbing the Bull by the Horns
Saturday November 16, 2024 11:00am - 12:15pm PST
Speakers MW
Professor of Education, UCI
Mark Warschauer ( markw@uci.edu ) is a Professor of Education at UC Irvine, where he directs the Digital Learning Lab. He was formerly Director of the Teaching and Learning Research Center at UCI, as well as Associate Dean and Interim Dean of the School of Education. His research...
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12:45pm PST
Adult Ed Level Rap Session
Saturday November 16, 2024 12:45pm - 1:30pm PST
Speakers
Content Developer/CTE and ESL instructor, SCOE/Garden Grove Adult Education
I've been in ESL for over 20 years. I've taught all levels, but my main passion is Beginning Level. I was the EL Civics Coordinator for many years. I've been with OTAN for 5 years. I've just received my CTE credential and am now teaching an IELCE Business Office Technology Cerrtificate...
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Adult Education Level Chair, CATESOL
CATESOL 2024 State Conference: Conference Webmaster Assistant
LG
Teacher, City College of San Francisco
12:45pm PST
Novice Teacher Rap Session
Saturday November 16, 2024 12:45pm - 1:30pm PST
Speakers
ESL Assistant Program Chair, San Diego College of Continuing Education
Kelly Metz-Matthews, Ph.D. is faculty and Assistant Program Chair in the English as a Second Language Program at the San Diego College of Continuing Education. She is also Associate Editor of Applied Linguistics, an Oxford University Press journal. A longtime teacher educator and...
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1:30pm PST
1:30pm PST
1:30pm PST
Empowering Educators: Designing a Dynamic Summer Institute (TSI)
Saturday November 16, 2024 1:30pm - 2:45pm PST
Speakers JB
Student, San Diego City College
ESL Assistant Program Chair, San Diego College of Continuing Education
Kelly Metz-Matthews, Ph.D. is faculty and Assistant Program Chair in the English as a Second Language Program at the San Diego College of Continuing Education. She is also Associate Editor of Applied Linguistics, an Oxford University Press journal. A longtime teacher educator and...
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1:30pm PST
Empowering the Voices of Adults Who Care for Children
Saturday November 16, 2024 1:30pm - 2:45pm PST
Speakers
Instructor, Mission College
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...
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1:30pm PST
Soft Diplomacy Through Mitigating Language and Culture: Lessons from the Kyrgyz Repub
Saturday November 16, 2024 1:30pm - 2:45pm PST
Speakers
ESL teacher (retired), Los Angeles Unified School District
Retired from teaching ESL with Los Angeles Unified School District after 32 years, I landed a post retirement dream job during the 2022-23 A/Y with the Department of State as an EL Fellow. I was posted to Osh, Kyrgyzstan, where I taught English and facilitation of English instruction...
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1:30pm PST
What Does the Research Say about Racism Issues in TESOL?
Saturday November 16, 2024 1:30pm - 2:45pm PST
Speakers
Professor, Alliant International University
James Perren is a language teacher, teacher educator, editor, and author, and teaches at Alliant International University in San Diego, California in several graduate TESOL programs. James' practical work informs his research and scholarly interests in service-learning curriculum...
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1:30pm PST
Podcasting as a Professional Development Tool
Saturday November 16, 2024 1:30pm - 2:45pm PST
Speakers
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...
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Social Media Coordinator, CATESOL
CATESOL 2024 State Conference: Social Media Coordinator
1:45pm PST
Empowering Educators with AI Literacy and Use Cases for Teaching Career Education
Saturday November 16, 2024 1:45pm - 2:45pm PST
Speakers
Instructional Coach - Curriculum Consultant, Self-employed
Jayme Adelson-Goldstein is a curriculum consultant and teacher educator who focuses on supporting teachers as they plan and provide instruction that respects (and differentiates for) the needs of adult ESOL learners. Jayme helps educators navigate their in-person and virtual learning...
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Saturday November 16, 2024 1:45pm - 2:45pm PST
KH B2007
1:45pm PST
Allies in Action: Supporting LGBTQ+ ESL Students through Allyship and Advocacy
Saturday November 16, 2024 1:45pm - 2:45pm PST
Speakers
ESL Instructor, San Diego Community College District
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...
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Saturday November 16, 2024 1:45pm - 2:45pm PST
KH C4071
1:45pm PST
Teacher Collaboration is Not an Option, It Is a Must!
Saturday November 16, 2024 1:45pm - 2:45pm PST
Speakers
Adjunct, Southwestern College Adjunct instructor
Saludos! I arrived in Costa Rica from Manhattan, New York three weeks ago. I have begun working with MEP on the first leg of a five year project as a Peace Corps Response volunteer. Ask me about New York or the work I have set out to do while in San Jose. I will be here for one full...
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Faculty, Southwestern College
Saturday November 16, 2024 1:45pm - 2:45pm PST
KH B4015
1:45pm PST
Empowering Adult Learners to Reach Success in the Workforce
Saturday November 16, 2024 1:45pm - 2:45pm PST
Speakers
Consultant/Author, National Geographic Learning
Rob Jenkins retired from teaching in May 2020 after a 24 year ESL teaching career at Santa Ana College School of Continuing Education.He is a recipient of the Santa Ana College Distinguished Faculty Award. Rob is the co-author of the best-selling series Stand Out, now it's 4th edition.Rob...
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Instructor, Long Beach State University
Took a break from teaching to raise my three amazing children. Kept myself in the game by doing professional development workshops on the textbook I co-authored with Rob Jenkins (Stand Out) and be the series editor (with Rob again!) on another project (Grammar Explorer). Recently...
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Saturday November 16, 2024 1:45pm - 2:45pm PST
KH B4017
1:45pm PST
1:45pm PST
Authentic Integration of Digital and Information Literacies in Adult ESL
Saturday November 16, 2024 1:45pm - 2:45pm PST
Speakers
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...
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Adult Education Level Chair, CATESOL
CATESOL 2024 State Conference: Conference Webmaster Assistant
LG
Teacher, City College of San Francisco
Saturday November 16, 2024 1:45pm - 2:45pm PST
KH B2008
1:45pm PST
1:45pm PST
Empower Students with AI Literacy through Civics-Related Projects
Saturday November 16, 2024 1:45pm - 2:45pm PST
Speakers
Faculty, Mira Costa College, OTAN
Fulltime faculty, Noncredit ESL Department, MiraCosta College. Technology integration enthusiast: online/hybrid, flipped, and blended instruction in adult ESL. TESOL Principles and Practices of Online Teaching and @ONE Online Teaching certificated. OTAN Subject Matter Expert. http://www.otan.us...
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Saturday November 16, 2024 1:45pm - 2:45pm PST
KH C4070
1:45pm PST
Reengineering Adult ESL: AI with Chat GPT and Padlet
Saturday November 16, 2024 1:45pm - 2:45pm PST
Speakers
Subject Matter Expert & Adjunct Faculty, OTAN & American University of Afghanistan
Susan Gaer is a retired professor of ESL at Santa Ana College School of Continuing Education and a former president of CATESOL. She currently works as an adjunct faculty for the American University of Afghanistan, a Subject Matter Expert at OTAN and an advisor and collaborator for...
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1:45pm PST
Voices Unleashed: Speaking Assessment Practices That Empower Learners
Saturday November 16, 2024 1:45pm - 2:45pm PST
Speakers LE
Director of Strategic Partnerships, PK-14 Education, University of Massachusetts Global
TOP-IG Co-Coordinator, Portland Community College
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...
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CATESOL Interest Group Chair, UCSB
1:45pm PST
Maximize Speaking Time with Ellii Polls
Saturday November 16, 2024 1:45pm - 2:45pm PST
Speakers
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...
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2:45pm PST
3:45pm PST
Worthy Words: Designing Meaningful Affirmation Cards
Saturday November 16, 2024 3:45pm - 4:15pm PST
Speakers
M.A. TESOL Adjunct Professor, Hunter College
This educator loves meeting new folks. If we cross paths, I am always happy to talk about: - The technology, activities, or tools you're using to engage with MLLs. - Books you're reading or have read (whether for pleasure, career development, or for your students. I also love picture...
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Saturday November 16, 2024 3:45pm - 4:15pm PST
KH B4012
3:45pm PST
3:45pm PST
3:45pm PST
Applying ELPS for CASAS STEPS Preparation
Saturday November 16, 2024 3:45pm - 4:45pm PST
Speakers
Consultant/Author, National Geographic Learning
Rob Jenkins retired from teaching in May 2020 after a 24 year ESL teaching career at Santa Ana College School of Continuing Education.He is a recipient of the Santa Ana College Distinguished Faculty Award. Rob is the co-author of the best-selling series Stand Out, now it's 4th edition.Rob...
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Instructor, Long Beach State University
Took a break from teaching to raise my three amazing children. Kept myself in the game by doing professional development workshops on the textbook I co-authored with Rob Jenkins (Stand Out) and be the series editor (with Rob again!) on another project (Grammar Explorer). Recently...
Read More →
Saturday November 16, 2024 3:45pm - 4:45pm PST
KH B4017
3:45pm PST
(Canceled) Empower Your Students' Voices through Effective Reading Comprehension Strategies!
Saturday November 16, 2024 3:45pm - 4:45pm PST
Speakers
English Language Art/Honors Educator, Student, Mendota High School--Mendota California
Hi Everyone,First, thank you so much for signing up for my session or considering it. I know there are a lot of great ones to attend. I really appreciate it, and I hope you are challenged there. Again, thank you. CATESOL has posed the question of, “What should people talk to you...
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Saturday November 16, 2024 3:45pm - 4:45pm PST
KH B4016
3:45pm PST
3:45pm PST
CATESOL's AB1111 Workgroup Report- Equitable Prefix in Lieu of ESL
Saturday November 16, 2024 3:45pm - 4:45pm PST
Speakers
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 →
ESL Assistant Program Chair, San Diego College of Continuing Education
Kelly Metz-Matthews, Ph.D. is faculty and Assistant Program Chair in the English as a Second Language Program at the San Diego College of Continuing Education. She is also Associate Editor of Applied Linguistics, an Oxford University Press journal. A longtime teacher educator and...
Read More →
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...
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ESL Co-Chair, ELL Healthcare Pathways and PD Coordinator, Santa Ana College, School of Continuing Education
Dr. Merari Weber has been a part of the Santa Ana College community since 2016, currently serving as Professional Development (PD) and English Language Learner (ELL) Healthcare Pathways Coordinator at the School of Continuing Education (SCE). She is also the Academic Senate Vice President...
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Saturday November 16, 2024 3:45pm - 4:45pm PST
KH C4070
3:45pm PST
5:00pm PST
CATESOL Town Hall
Saturday November 16, 2024 5:00pm - 5:30pm PST
Speakers
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...
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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!
Professor, University of San Francisco, School of Education
Dr. Sedique Popal has been a professor of Applied Linguistics, Education, English/ESL/EFL (Teacher Trainer and Consultant) since 1980. He holds degrees in English, TESL, Education, and Linguistics and has taught English and trained teachers in six different countries. He has been...
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Saturday November 16, 2024 5:00pm - 5:30pm PST
KH C4070
5:30pm PST
CATESOL Business Meeting
Saturday November 16, 2024 5:30pm - 6:00pm PST
Speakers
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...
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Saturday November 16, 2024 5:30pm - 6:00pm PST
KH C4070