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

Saturday November 16, 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 →

Saturday November 16, 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

Saturday November 16, 2024 7:45am - 8:45am 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!

Saturday November 16, 2024 7:45am - 8:45am PST
Los Angeles Room (Exhibitor Hall)

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

8:45am PST

Enhancing Mental Health in Latino Children: Social-Emotional Interventions Review

Saturday November 16, 2024 8:45am - 9:15am PST

KH B2008

This study summarizes the current literature on interventions focused on supporting Latinx children's social and emotional development and which interventions specifically foster mental health in the United States in the last twenty years.

Speakers

Dr. Claudia Dunn

Visiting Professor, San Diego State University

Mayra Vargas

Sam Houston State University

Saturday November 16, 2024 8:45am - 9:15am PST
KH B2008

Assessment, Presentation

Level K-12
Focus Advocacy / Social Justice / DEI / Intercultural Communication, Teacher Training and Education
Interest Group Refugee Concerns
Type PD Hour

8:45am PST

Building Systems of Opportunity: A Path to Equitable Outcomes for MLLs

Saturday November 16, 2024 8:45am - 9:15am PST

KH B4013

In this session, we address the policy, practice, and instructional shifts necessary to create equitable outcomes for multilingual learners, Participants will explore:
* the essential components of literacy instruction for MLLs
* the implications for foundational skills instruction, backed by research,
* research-based guidelines for high-quality instructional materials designed to include the assets and needs of multilingual learners.
Attendees will use guiding principles to advocate and to identify the highest-leverage areas for improvement, ensuring that language and literacy instruction meets the needs of multilingual learners.

Speakers

Maria Donado

Ana Aguilar

Saturday November 16, 2024 8:45am - 9:15am PST
KH B4013

Skills Instruction, Presentation | Assessment, Presentation

Level K-12
Focus Listening / Speaking / Pronunciation, Materials Development / Publishing, Reading / Writing / Literacy
Interest Group Technology-Enhanced Language Learning
Type PD Hour

8:45am PST

Exploring PreK-12 Ethnic Studies and Serving Community Needs

Saturday November 16, 2024 8:45am - 9:15am PST

KH B4015

While the passage of Assembly Bill 101 in California introduces Ethnic Studies as a high school graduation requirement, incorporating Ethnic Studies into the curriculum can start even earlier. Evidence that teaching Ethnic Studies across PreK-12 holds long-term benefits including positive academic outcomes. With PreK-12 multilingual learners comprising 40% of California's total student population, this workshop will consider how to teach Ethnic Studies to our PreK-12 multilingual learners. This interactive presentation will address:
* PreK-12 Ethnic Studies
* Literacy scaffolds
* Introduce resources and to implement them
* Key components of statewide, community-informed ethnic studies project

Speakers

L. Erika Saito

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

Michele McConnell

CSU Fresno

Saturday November 16, 2024 8:45am - 9:15am PST
KH B4015

Skills Instruction, Workshop | Professional Development, Workshop

Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Program
Focus Advocacy / Social Justice / DEI / Intercultural Communication, Content-Based Approaches / Integrated-Skills, Teacher Training and Education
Interest Group Corpus-Informed Research and Teaching, Intercultural Communication, LGBTQ+, Refugee Concerns
Type PD Hour

8:45am PST

Material Writers Interest Group (MW-IG) Business Meeting and Networking

Saturday November 16, 2024 8:45am - 9:15am PST

KH B4017

Join the Material Writers Interest Group to meet other professionals in the ESL field. The focus will be on sharing materials and resources that you use in the classroom. You'll get a chance to network with people who teach the same population or populations you are interested in learning more about. The meeting will have the feeling of a social event. Come relaxed and ready to mingle!

Speakers

Natasha Guerrero

Material Writers Interest Group Co-coordinator, CATESOL

CATESOL 2024 State Conference: Print Coordinator

Soleil Turell

ESL Teacher, Pacific Grove Adult Education

Saturday November 16, 2024 8:45am - 9:15am PST
KH B4017

Skills Instruction, Business Meeting & Networking | Specific Populations, Business Meeting & Networking

Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Program
Focus Materials Development / Publishing
Interest Group Materials Writers
Type PD Hour

8:45am PST

Corpus-Informed Research/Teaching Interest Group (CIRT-IG) Business Meeting and Networking

Saturday November 16, 2024 8:45am - 9:15am PST

KH B2014

Interested in using corpus-informed materials in your pedagogy or research? CIRT-IG provides a forum for practitioners, researchers, and teacher trainers to discuss how using corpora in the classroom can facilitate language learning and to share effective instructional practices that grow out of this use. Join a growing corpus of corpus users at our annual business meeting and networking session. Bring questions, ideas, and coffee -- and collocate with CATESOLers.
See https://padlet.com/mwald/cirt_ig for more information.

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 →

Saturday November 16, 2024 8:45am - 9:15am PST
KH B2014

Skills Instruction, Business Meeting & Networking | Tech, Business Meeting & Networking

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, Online Teaching, Technology-Enhanced Language Learning
Type PD Hour

8:45am PST

Communicative SEL Games with Love

Saturday November 16, 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 →

Saturday November 16, 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

8:45am PST

Technology Enhanced Language Learning Interest Group (TELL-IG) Business Meeting & Networking

Saturday November 16, 2024 8:45am - 9:15am PST

KH B4012

Meet other English language teaching professionals with an interest in digital learning tools. Learn about and discuss emergent technologies from the past year, and plan/speculate about the future. Ensure that your tech skills are up-to-date and ready for the future. Help to plan the workshop offerings of the TELL-IG for the upcoming year. Learn about opportunities to get involved, network, volunteer, learn, and strengthen your skills.

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

Saturday November 16, 2024 8:45am - 9:15am PST
KH B4012

Tech, Business Meeting & Networking

Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Program
Interest Group Materials Writers, Online Teaching, Technology-Enhanced Language Learning
Type PD Hour

8:45am PST

AR + AI: A Perfect Pair for Immersive Experiences

Saturday November 16, 2024 8:45am - 10:00am PST

KH C4070

AR and AI create immersive learning environments for adult learners by adapting to individual learning styles. They provide flexible, accessible, and contextualized content delivery, making the learning experience more engaging and effective. By using AR and AI, adult learners can benefit from a more efficient and effective learning experience that can fit around their schedule. These innovative technologies are transforming adult education and helping people achieve their educational goals. Join us today to explore this exciting session.

Speakers

Farzana Cassim

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... Read More →

Saturday November 16, 2024 8:45am - 10:00am PST
KH C4070

Special Session, Featured Presentation

Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Program
Focus Grammar / Vocabulary, Listening / Speaking / Pronunciation, Reading / Writing / Literacy
Interest Group Non-Native Language Educator Issues, Online Teaching, Technology-Enhanced Language Learning, Teaching of Pronunciation
Type PD Hour

9:30am PST

A Revolution in Education: Translanguaging as a Path to Social Justice

Saturday November 16, 2024 9:30am - 10:00am PST

KH B4017

Although education is a key element in the support of human rights (Burke et al., 2023), immigrant students still face considerable disparities in educational achievement (Goriss-Hunter et al., 2023), with nearly one-third unable to complete high school due to a lack of English proficiency (NCES, 2022). This study investigated teachers' perceptions of translanguaging and its impact on bilingual students' academic success, revealing that teachers find English-only classrooms unethical and believe translanguaging provides fair educational opportunities by valuing students' identities. This presentation will help K-12 bilingual teachers support their students in L2 communication, L1 maintenance, and academic knowledge development through translanguaging.

Speakers

Nayereh Nouri

ESL Instructor, Santiago Canyon College Division of Continuing Education

Saturday November 16, 2024 9:30am - 10:00am PST
KH B4017

Pedagogy, Presentation | Specific Populations, Presentation

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

9:30am PST

Building Community as a Virtual English Language Specialist in Pakistan

Saturday November 16, 2024 9:30am - 10:00am PST

KH B4015

This presentation offers insights into workshops offered to Pakistani educational coaches working with refugees from Afghanistan as part of an English Language Specialist assignment in 2023 with the U.S. Department of State. In addition to examining the complexities of delivering virtual workshops in a synchronous, transnational space, the presenter will examine how liminality, uncertainty, and social presence offered opportunities for humanization and connection. The presenter will offer both theoretical and practical insights into virtual Communities of Practice, including specific tools and techniques used for sustained community-building and connection across four distinct geographic locations and a virtual space.

Speakers

Kelly Metz-Matthews, Ph.D.

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 →

Saturday November 16, 2024 9:30am - 10:00am PST
KH B4015

Pedagogy, Presentation | Tech, Presentation

Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Program
Focus Advocacy / Social Justice / DEI / Intercultural Communication, Teacher Training and Education
Interest Group Intercultural Communication, Online Teaching, Refugee Concerns
Type PD Hour

9:30am PST

Personal Narratives with Technology

Saturday November 16, 2024 9:30am - 10:00am PST

KH B4016

Join Ana Guzman, M.A., winner of the 2024 Ron Lee Technology Award, in a workshop that exposes new and experienced ELL teachers to Google Sites. Educators will learn research-based strategies that promote culturally relevant and inclusive practices and help build safe learning environments for Emergent Bilinguals and Newcomers. Students apply new skills by building a site where they demonstrate proficiency in the four language skills and confidence in using technology. At the end of this workshop, educators will gain an understanding of Google sites and take home resources that help build digital literacy and communicative competence among students.

Speakers

Ana Guzman

Doctoral Student/Adjunct Professor, Pepperdine University

Saturday November 16, 2024 9:30am - 10:00am PST
KH B4016

Special Session, Featured Presentation

Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Program
Focus Multi-Level Classrooms, Listening / Speaking / Pronunciation, Reading / Writing / Literacy
Interest Group Technology-Enhanced Language Learning
Type PD Hour

9:30am PST

Online Teaching Business Meeting & Networking

Saturday November 16, 2024 9:30am - 10:00am PST

KH B4012

Do you teach online? The Online Teaching Interest Group (OT-IG) provides a forum for online instructors to discuss tips and tools for teaching online. Join the OT-IG for our annual business meeting and networking session. Bring questions, ideas, and coffee -- and learn how to get more involved with the online teaching community of CATESOLers.

Speakers

Chris Vela Che

Assistant Coordinator, CATESOL, Online Teaching Interest Group

Saturday November 16, 2024 9:30am - 10:00am PST
KH B4012

Tech, Business Meeting & Networking | Professional Development, Business Meeting & Networking

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

9:30am PST

Navigating the English Language Classroom: Effective Practices for Novice Teachers

Saturday November 16, 2024 9:30am - 10:45am PST

KH B2007

Although teacher preparation programs expose future teachers to a wealth of ideas, the transition from training environments to real classrooms is not straightforward.

This panel discusses practical suggestions, grounded on theoretical and pedagogical principles, that novice teachers can implement to navigate the challenges they face in their first few years in the field. The suggestions focus on how to build a social context, navigate institutional policy, plan and deliver lessons, foster participation, implement assessments, and use corpora and digital tools. Attendees will leave the session with a toolkit of ideas that will prevent them from getting burned out.

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 →

Bahiyyih Hardacre

Cal State LA and CSU IG Coordinator

CATESOL 2024 State Conference: Conference Chair

Jeremy Kelley

Associate Director, Writing Programs, University of California, Los Angeles

Saturday November 16, 2024 9:30am - 10:45am PST
KH B2007

Special Session, Featured Panel

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

9:30am PST

Bridging the Gap: LGBTQ+ and Neurodivergent Intersectionality and Inclusion in ESL

Saturday November 16, 2024 9:30am - 10:45am PST

KH B2009

This panel discussion addresses the unique challenges faced by LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent ESL students through an intersectional lens. By recognizing the interconnected aspects of identity, educators can better understand the complex disadvantages students from each community face. Our panelists will share their personal experiences as members of the communities, as well as insights on pedagogical approaches and skills instruction to bridge communities, promote equity, and create inclusive learning environments for students with marginalized identities.

Speakers

Carol Basilio

ESL Instructor, San Diego Community College District

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 →

Natasha Guerrero

Material Writers Interest Group Co-coordinator, CATESOL

CATESOL 2024 State Conference: Print Coordinator

Soleil Turell

ESL Teacher, Pacific Grove Adult Education

Saturday November 16, 2024 9:30am - 10:45am PST
KH B2009

Specific Populations, Panel | Pedagogy, Panel

Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Program
Focus Advocacy / Social Justice / DEI / Intercultural Communication, Materials Development / Publishing
Interest Group LGBTQ+, Materials Writers
Type PD Hour

10:15am PST

Exploring Translingual Approaches to Service-Learning Course Design

Saturday November 16, 2024 10:15am - 10:45am PST

KH B4016

Translingual approaches to service-learning in first year writing courses have the potential to leverage institutional community engagement frameworks in ways that empower the voices of students and community partners and decenter language hierarchies in the classroom and community. This presentation will focus on a Writing Partners @ Sac State course design that aligns with the CSU's Community-Engaged Learning Initiative, centers students' diverse writing practices, and facilitates meaningful collaboration between college and K-12 students. Attendees will have the opportunity to consider how a translingual approach to service-learning might inform community-engaged work at their institutions.

Speakers

Matthew Barrish

Lecturer, Sacramento State

Saturday November 16, 2024 10:15am - 10:45am PST
KH B4016

Pedagogy, Presentation | Civic Engagement, Presentation

Level K-12, College/University
Focus Advocacy / Social Justice / DEI / Intercultural Communication, Reading / Writing / Literacy
Interest Group California State Universities, Intercultural Communication
Type PD Hour

10:15am PST

Teachers of Pronunciation Interest Group (TOP-IG) Business Meeting & Networking: Mixing & Mingling with Teachers of Pronunciation

Saturday November 16, 2024 10:15am - 10:45am PST

KH B3010

Current and future teachers of pronunciation are warmly invited to gather with experienced practitioners and newcomers interested in teaching pronunciation at any level, in dedicated pronunciation courses or integrated into reading, writing, listening, speaking, vocabulary, or multi-skills courses. We'll review TOP-IG activities and concerns from 2023-2024 and discuss possibilities for the coming year. Share your experience with a group of like-minded peers. Bring your ideas and questions as we hear from our colleagues who teach pronunciation and who will be sharing their experiences and best practices. Get ideas that you can use to inform your classroom teaching. Relax and chat!

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 →

Patryk Mrozek

TOP-IG Co-Coordinator, Portland Community College

Saturday November 16, 2024 10:15am - 10:45am PST
KH B3010

Pedagogy, Business Meeting & Networking | Tech, Business Meeting & Networking

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

10:15am PST

Enhancing Reading Comprehension with Adjunct Questions via AI-Based Learning Environments

Saturday November 16, 2024 10:15am - 10:45am PST

KH B4012

Reading comprehension skills are essential for success in school and the workplace. Adjunct questions (AQ) have the potential to improve reading comprehension by directing the readers' attention to important information in a text. AQ can be integrated into digital environments where AI generates relevant prompts, analyzes responses, and adapts questions. Before integrating textual enhancements, design aspects and effects on comprehension need investigation. By reviewing eight L2 (second language) studies, this presentation offers recommendations for implementing AQ in both classroom and digital environments and provides examples of how to iterate the AI for prompt engineering.

Speakers

Minoo Ardeshiri, Ph.D.

Adjunct Faculty, Pasadena City College

Saturday November 16, 2024 10:15am - 10:45am PST
KH B4012

Skills Instruction, Presentation | Pedagogy, Presentation

Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Program
Focus Reading / Writing / Literacy, Teacher Training and Education
Interest Group California State Universities, Online Teaching, Technology-Enhanced Language Learning
Type PD Hour

10:15am PST

Daily Speaking Practice for Students - ChattyBots & Neo English App

Saturday November 16, 2024 10:15am - 10:45am PST

KH B3016

ESLvideo.com offers free and premium resources for English teachers and students, including video-based quizzes, ChattyBots, and the Neo English App-tools designed for engaging, practical speaking practice. ChattyBots are AI-powered, voice-enabled chatbots customized for conversations, listen-and-repeat drills, workplace English role-play scenarios, and more. The Neo English App accelerates proficiency through daily practice by sending users one question per day, encouraging beginning-level learners to engage in short conversations. This daily, bite-sized practice leads to significant progress over time. Join this presentation to learn how easy and affordable it is for teachers and organizations to share these educational tools with students.

Speakers

Ryan Detwiler

MiraCosta College, ESL Video, Inc.

Saturday November 16, 2024 10:15am - 10:45am PST
KH B3016

Skills Instruction, Presentation | Tech, Presentation

Level K-12, Adult
Focus Listening / Speaking / Pronunciation
Interest Group Materials Writers, Online Teaching, Technology-Enhanced Language Learning, Teaching English in the Workplace
Type PD Hour

10:15am PST

Using and Evaluating Rubrics for Language Teaching

Saturday November 16, 2024 10:15am - 11:15am PST

KH B4014

Creating, using, and evaluating rubrics in teaching English presents several challenges. Consistent application is time-consuming and prone to bias. Continuous refinement is essential to align with learning objectives and student needs. Despite their benefits, rubrics demand significant effort and expertise. Rubrics are essential for communication, scaffolding, and assessment, providing clear feedback to guide students' learning and their overall performance. This session explores key factors in constructing and evaluating rubrics for English language learners, highlighting key strategies on how to make them more effective for teaching and assessing language learners. Different types of rubric and characteristics of good rubrics are

Speakers

Emmy Min

Professor of Clinical Education, University of Southern California

Joyce Liang

USC

Kaden Kwak

University of Southern California

Saturday November 16, 2024 10:15am - 11:15am PST
KH B4014

Assessment, Presentation | Pedagogy, Presentation

Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Program
Focus Materials Development / Publishing, Reading / Writing / Literacy, Teacher Training and Education
Type Adjudicated/ PD Hour

11:00am PST

AI in Second Language Education: Grabbing the Bull by the Horns

Saturday November 16, 2024 11:00am - 12:15pm PST

Golden Eagle Ballrooms

Generative AI is one of the most powerful technologies of communication that the world has yet seen, but one that is especially challenging to harness, especially in second language learning contexts. This presentation will discuss approaches to incorporate generative AI in second language classrooms that can successfully foster writing skills, language development, and critical AI literacy for academic and career success.

Speakers

Mark Warschauer

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... Read More →

Saturday November 16, 2024 11:00am - 12:15pm PST
Golden Eagle Ballrooms

Special Session, Plenary

Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Program
Focus Teacher Training and Education
Interest Group Technology-Enhanced Language Learning
Type PD Hour
Presentation Dr. Warschauer-CATESOL 2024
NEW FIELD 1 https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1fuGJWQtVKa3iWxZKBeF7S5_k-UN8NeALD21E5NgkdmU/edit#slide=id.p

12:45pm PST

Novice Teacher Rap Session

Saturday November 16, 2024 12:45pm - 1:30pm PST

Ballroom 1, Golden Eagle Building

Join your fellow new/er/ish TESOL educators and graduate students to talk through the issues you're running up against as you enter the field. In attendance will be several seasoned educators, including those with TESOL leadership and hiring experience, to support you as you navigate your new teaching career. This is a wholeheartedly welcoming space to ask candid questions about hiring and career-building, to seek out mentorship, to gain professional insights, and to find encouragement from those across the full spectrum of career experience. Come chat with us and bring a friend!

Speakers

Kelly Metz-Matthews, Ph.D.

ESL Assistant Program Chair, San Diego College of Continuing Education

Saturday November 16, 2024 12:45pm - 1:30pm PST
Ballroom 1, Golden Eagle Building

Professional Development, Rap Session

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

1:30pm PST

Podcasting as a Professional Development Tool

Saturday November 16, 2024 1:30pm - 2:45pm PST

Golden Eagle Deck

This poster session outlines the steps followed to create a podcast. To address the results of a needs analysis, the podcast was designed to: 1) address the potential audience's interests, including the use of AI tools, teacher social-emotional well-being, etc., 2) be 20 minutes- long to maintain the audience's attention, 3) integrate visuals for maximum audience engagement, and 4) feature the voices classroom instructors.

The poster session displays the various aspects of the podcast design process, provides a fail-proof set of ideas on how to design a podcast, and describes the role played by the classroom instructors in the podcast.

Speakers

Lia Kamhi-Stein

Professor, California State University, Los Angeles

Suky Kaur

Social Media Coordinator, CATESOL

CATESOL 2024 State Conference: Social Media Coordinator

Saturday November 16, 2024 1:30pm - 2:45pm PST
Golden Eagle Deck

Tech, Poster | Professional Development, Poster

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

1:45pm PST

Allies in Action: Supporting LGBTQ+ ESL Students through Allyship and Advocacy

Saturday November 16, 2024 1:45pm - 2:45pm PST

KH C4071

This interactive networking meeting unites ESL educators in a collaborative discussion on leveraging allyship to advocate for LGBTQ+ ESL students. Participants will engage in dialogue, share strategies, and identify actionable steps to build supportive communities and promote visibility, inclusion, representation, and safe spaces in the classroom and beyond.

Speakers

Carol Basilio

ESL Instructor, San Diego Community College District

Dyan Collings Ralph

Volunteer Coordinator, CATESOL

Saturday November 16, 2024 1:45pm - 2:45pm PST
KH C4071

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

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

1:45pm PST

Teacher Collaboration is Not an Option, It Is a Must!

Saturday November 16, 2024 1:45pm - 2:45pm PST

KH B4015

Across the United States, mainstream and ESL teachers have been enhancing their classrooms by adopting coteaching and collaboration strategies inspired by special education inclusion models (Nordmeyer, 2008; Wertheimer & Honigsfeld, 2000). In this workshop, we will explore how Southwestern College is championing teacher collaboration through an IET immersion model, showcased through authentic case vignettes. We will demonstrate how collaborative experiences and coteaching between content teachers and ELL professionals lead to significant improvements in student learning. By using successful cooperative planning and techniques, classroom content educators and ESL professionals are discovering effective ways to improve lesson delivery and differentiate instruction.

Speakers

Chrissy Palumbo, Ph.D.

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... Read More →

Jamie O'Connor Florez, RN

Faculty, Southwestern College

Saturday November 16, 2024 1:45pm - 2:45pm PST
KH B4015

Pedagogy, Workshop | Specific Populations, Workshop

Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University
Focus Advocacy / Social Justice / DEI / Intercultural Communication, Content-Based Approaches / Integrated-Skills, English for Specific Purposes
Interest Group Intercultural Communication, Non-Native Language Educator Issues, Teaching English in the Workplace
Type PD Hour

1:45pm PST

Revitalizing the Vocabulary Game: Cooperative Opportunities for Student Enhancement

Saturday November 16, 2024 1:45pm - 2:45pm PST

KH B2014

One primary objective of an ESL classroom is to ensure that students have effective communication skills, often by enhancing their vocabulary acquisition skills. Considering classroom games in the context of project-based learning, games can present tantalizing opportunities for enhancing vocabulary learning through increased interaction with the content and classmates. This workshop will outline and sequence cooperative gaming suggestions that have been utilized effectively in intermediate- and advanced-level integrated ESL courses and will include a basic analog vocabulary review game, participation in embedded communication activities, and examples of student-led modifications, followed by a brief discussion of participant takeaways.

Speakers

Rebecca Eagleson

Associate Faculty, West Valley College

reagleson1@gmail.com; rebecca.eagleson@wvm.edu

Saturday November 16, 2024 1:45pm - 2:45pm PST
KH B2014

Skills Instruction, Workshop | Pedagogy, Workshop

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

1:45pm PST

Welcoming AI to Promote Digital Literacy in the ESL Classroom

Saturday November 16, 2024 1:45pm - 2:45pm PST

KH B4016

AI is becoming increasingly integrated into our daily lives, and education is no exception. This presentation provides insights on how to adapt and utilize AI applications and chatbots within classroom curricula. Attendees will learn about specific AI-driven apps and web services and participate in workshops on using chatbots effectively to enrich student engagement and learning.

Speakers

Pete Torrez

ESL Instructor, Los Angeles Mission College NC

Juan Ochoa

Los Angeles Mission College

Saturday November 16, 2024 1:45pm - 2:45pm PST
KH B4016

Skills Instruction, Workshop | Tech, Workshop

Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Program
Focus Content-Based Approaches / Integrated-Skills, English for Specific Purposes, Listening / Speaking / Pronunciation
Interest Group Online Teaching, Teaching English in the Workplace, Teaching of Pronunciation
Type PD Hour

1:45pm PST

Voices Unleashed: Speaking Assessment Practices That Empower Learners

Saturday November 16, 2024 1:45pm - 2:45pm PST

Ballroom 2, Golden Eagle Building

In order to reflect on and offer insights to transform the way teachers approach ESOL speaking skills assessment, this engaging panel will feature three panelists presenting best practices and case studies from the university, community college, and K-12 levels. Our panelists will showcase effective, equitable, and decolonized assessment procedures & techniques that not only measure proficiency but also empower learners. By implementing these approaches in diverse teaching environments, educators can help students achieve their speaking goals and alleviate the stress often associated with speaking another language, thus fostering more confident and capable speakers.

Speakers

L. Erika Saito

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

Patryk Mrozek

TOP-IG Co-Coordinator, Portland Community College

Marsha Chan

President, Sunburst Media

Randall Rightmire

CATESOL Interest Group Chair, UCSB

Saturday November 16, 2024 1:45pm - 2:45pm PST
Ballroom 2, Golden Eagle Building

Special Session, Featured Panel

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

1:45pm PST

Maximize Speaking Time with Ellii Polls

Saturday November 16, 2024 1:45pm - 2:45pm PST

Ballroom 1, Golden Eagle Building

Did you know that the average English learner only speaks for about 90 seconds per class? Ellii Polls will get your students talking! In this demo, we'll show you how teachers in 10,000+ schools around the world are using Ellii's latest free interactive feature to engage learners with relevant topics and maximize speaking time in the classroom. Bring your phones and get ready to participate in live polls!

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 →

Saturday November 16, 2024 1:45pm - 2:45pm PST
Ballroom 1, Golden Eagle Building

Tech, Presentation | Skills Instruction, 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

2:45pm PST

Exhibitor Hour & Cake Pop Social

Saturday November 16, 2024 2:45pm - 3:45pm 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!

We invite you to join us from 3:00-3:30 in the Exhibitor Hall for a cake pop social! Stop by for a little something extra fun and sweet, along with some savory snacks, before you head back for the last session of the conference!

Saturday November 16, 2024 2:45pm - 3:45pm PST
Los Angeles Room (Exhibitor Hall)

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

3:45pm PST

Worthy Words: Designing Meaningful Affirmation Cards

Saturday November 16, 2024 3:45pm - 4:15pm PST

KH B4012

Drop in for a casual opportunity to relax and make creative cards with affirmations. Take this idea back with you into your classroom or just use it as a moment to reinvigorate yourself after a day of learning.

Speakers

Kendra Vasile

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... Read More →

Saturday November 16, 2024 3:45pm - 4:15pm PST
KH B4012

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, Reading / Writing / Literacy
Interest Group Intercultural Communication, Materials Writers
Type PD Hour

3:45pm PST

PreK-12 Classrooms in California and Abroad: Pathways and Opportunities

Saturday November 16, 2024 3:45pm - 4:45pm PST

KH B4015

The K-12 level group will discuss topics impacting PreK-12 education, with a primary focus on career pathways both regionally and internationally. Teacher education is witnessing the residual effects and innovations as a result of COVID-19 and will discuss ways to address the academic and social-emotional needs of our multilingual students. How can we prepare educators to meet the changing needs of PreK-12 multilingual learners? What opportunities exist for current educators or those interested in entering the field? Join the interactive K-12 session to find out!

Speakers

L. Erika Saito

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

Michele McConnell

CSU Fresno

Sasha Crowley

Associate Dean, University of Massachusetts Global

Saturday November 16, 2024 3:45pm - 4:45pm PST
KH B4015

Pedagogy, Rap Session | Professional Development, Rap Session

Level K-12, Adult, Community College, College/University, Intensive English Program
Focus Advocacy / Social Justice / DEI / Intercultural Communication, Program Administration and Evaluation, Teacher Training and Education
Interest Group California State Universities, Online Teaching, Refugee Concerns, University of Southern California
Type PD Hour

3:45pm PST

(Canceled) Empower Your Students' Voices through Effective Reading Comprehension Strategies!

Saturday November 16, 2024 3:45pm - 4:45pm PST

KH B4016

Handouts on the desk—last-minute cancel
Why are some students forgetting past lesson tools and learning skills? Ugh! Teachers can integrate prior lessons with these three effective reading strategies and worksheets that integrate and scaffold clear instruction, group discussion, effective feedback, and cognitive skills for visual, auditory, and kinetic learning. Handouts.

Speakers

Eugene Urrutia

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... Read More →

Saturday November 16, 2024 3:45pm - 4:45pm PST
KH B4016

Skills Instruction, Workshop | Pedagogy, Workshop

Level K-12, Adult, Intensive English Program
Focus Content-Based Approaches / Integrated-Skills, Reading / Writing / Literacy, Teacher Training and Education
Interest Group Technology-Enhanced Language Learning
Type PD Hour

3:45pm PST

AI-Enhanced Text Deconstruction for Effective Writing Instruction

Saturday November 16, 2024 3:45pm - 4:45pm PST

KH B2014

This interactive session will empower educators by integrating AI technology into writing instruction, focusing on the creation and deconstruction of explanatory texts. Attendees will explore practical methods using a Sentence Patterning Chart and Text Type Chart, supported by AI-generated text exemplars. The session aims to enhance teaching strategies, providing actionable insights and tools for immediate classroom application.

Speakers

Karin de Varennes

Project Specialist II, OTAN

Saturday November 16, 2024 3:45pm - 4:45pm PST
KH B2014

Skills Instruction, Workshop | Tech, Workshop

Level K-12, Adult, Intensive English Program
Focus Content-Based Approaches / Integrated-Skills, English for Specific Purposes, Reading / Writing / Literacy
Interest Group Online Teaching, Technology-Enhanced Language Learning, Teaching English in the Workplace
Type PD Hour

3:45pm PST

Folktales as Tools for Empowering Voices and Social-Emotional Growth in Multilingual

Saturday November 16, 2024 3:45pm - 4:45pm PST

KH B2019

In today's increasingly diverse educational landscape, educators are tasked with addressing multilingual students' linguistic, cultural, social-emotional, and academic needs. This presentation will explore folktales as a culturally based pedagogy that enhances language skills, promotes cultural awareness, and supports social-emotional and academic development. Grounded in sociocultural theory, which highlights the importance of social interactions and cultural context in learning, we will examine how folktales from various cultures can provide meaningful opportunities for language acquisition, cultural integration, and social-emotional growth.

Speakers

Dr. Claudia Dunn

Visiting Professor, San Diego State University

Mayra Vargas

Sam Houston State University

Saturday November 16, 2024 3:45pm - 4:45pm PST
KH B2019

Specific Populations, Workshop

Level K-12
Focus Advocacy / Social Justice / DEI / Intercultural Communication, Content-Based Approaches / Integrated-Skills
Interest Group Intercultural Communication, Refugee Concerns
Type PD Hour

3:45pm PST

Canva and MagicSchool and Perplexity, OH MY! Today's AI Tools

Saturday November 16, 2024 3:45pm - 4:45pm PST

KH B4014

Feeling overwhelmed with lesson planning and content creation? This workshop empowers educators with practical AI tools to save time and elevate instruction. Let Canva help you market your school programs by creating flyers, posters, and presentations with the help of AI. Educators can use MagicSchool.AI tools to create instructional materials, differentiate for success, engage communities, and generate original content. With Perplexity.AI, learn how this AI tool will help summarize your internet searches. Bring your own device so you can follow along and learn these AI tools in real time.

Speakers

Audrey Dierdorff

Subject Matter Expert, OTAN, Sacramento County Office of Education

Saturday November 16, 2024 3:45pm - 4:45pm PST
KH B4014

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 Online Teaching, Technology-Enhanced Language Learning
Type PD Hour

5:00pm PST

CATESOL Town Hall

Saturday November 16, 2024 5:00pm - 5:30pm PST

KH C4070

Join us to ask your questions about the CATESOL organization and share your ideas or hopes for the upcoming CATESOL year. President Song Hong, Past President Anthony Burik, and Incoming President-Elect Dr. Sedique Popal will be here, along with many members of the CATESOL Leadership Team. We invite you to join us afterward for the CATESOL Business Meeting, where we will provide an overview of the past year of CATESOL and welcome our new Board Members.

Speakers

Song Hong

Assistant Professor, Santiago Canyon College Division of Continuing Education

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!

Sedique Popal

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... Read More →

Saturday November 16, 2024 5:00pm - 5:30pm PST
KH C4070

Special Session, Professional Development

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

5:30pm PST

CATESOL Business Meeting

Saturday November 16, 2024 5:30pm - 6:00pm PST

KH C4070

Join us to learn about the past year of CATESOL happenings. We'll be providing financial reports and giving an overview of our professional development efforts. We will also be installing our new Board Members for the 2024-2025 year.

Speakers

Song Hong

Assistant Professor, Santiago Canyon College Division of Continuing Education

Saturday November 16, 2024 5:30pm - 6:00pm PST
KH C4070

Special Session, Professional Development

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