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Empowering Voices / November 14-16 / Cal State Los Angeles

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Thursday, November 14
 

12:30pm PST

Advocacy & Policy: From the Local to the Global
Thursday November 14, 2024 12:30pm - 1:45pm PST
Virtual (CATESOL Zoom)
All politics are local and so is advocacy. This session dives into the advocacy and policy engagement of TESOL, supporting efforts across communities and countries in support of the English language teaching profession and the learners we serve. Included in the session are key elements for advocacy efforts at all levels.

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Speakers
avatar for Jeff Hutcheson

Jeff Hutcheson

Director of Advocacy & Public Policy, TESOL International Association
Jeff Hutcheson, Director of Advocacy & Public Policy for TESOL International Association, leads efforts to raise awareness and voices for multilingual learners of English and TESOL professionals. From his first teaching position in Bangkok and throughout his 20+ year career in the... Read More →
Thursday November 14, 2024 12:30pm - 1:45pm PST
Virtual (CATESOL Zoom)
  Special Session, Featured Presentation
 
Friday, November 15
 

8:45am PST

Teach ESL for LA Unified Adult Schools—We make it easy!
Friday November 15, 2024 8:45am - 9:15am PST
KH B4013
LAUSD is the largest employer in Los Angeles, and the Division of Adult and Career Education (DACE) is the largest public adult education provider in California with over 35,000 ESL students and over 300 ESL teachers. In addition to highly competitive salaries and benefits, we also offer paid class preparation and grading time. DACE strives to contribute to a more just world rooted in diversity, equity, and inclusion. This session will describe who we and our LAUSD adult ed ESL students are, how we can help you build your career with us, and answer specific credentialing and hiring questions.
Speakers
avatar for Dave Coleman

Dave Coleman

Adult Ed ESL Specialist, Los Angeles Unified School District
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Raquel Guzman

LA Unified School District
Friday November 15, 2024 8:45am - 9:15am PST
KH B4013
  Professional Development, Presentation

8:45am PST

Innovative Spaces beyond Traditional Classrooms for Adult Language Learning
Friday November 15, 2024 8:45am - 9:15am PST
KH B3010
Adult education demands expansion outside of traditional classrooms. So how can we create more spaces for adult L2 learners to learn in? This presentation is a call-to-action for ESL professionals who want to step out of the traditional settings and use their expertise to build ESL programs within their communities.
Speakers
avatar for Hannah Gradowski

Hannah Gradowski

M.A. TESOL Graduate Student, San Francisco State University
In December 2024, I will be graduating with a master's degree in TESOL and a Graduate Certificate in Teaching of Composition. In the last three years, I have gained experience as a high school English language teacher and am now currently an ESL instructor at the San Leandro Public... Read More →
Friday November 15, 2024 8:45am - 9:15am PST
KH B3010
  Professional Development, Presentation |   Civic Engagement, Presentation

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
avatar for Sherry MacKay

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

9:30am PST

Teaching Literacy to Absolute Beginners
Friday November 15, 2024 9:30am - 10:00am PST
KH B4015
How do you teach people to read and write if they can't speak or understand English, or in many cases, can't read or write in any language at all? The presenter will share tips, techniques, and lesson plans. One of the key components of success is building a class community where the students get to know, help, trust, and respect one another. Attendees will leave this session with an understanding of the process and a variety of techniques and activities they can use in their own beginner level classes.
Speakers
avatar for Johanna Gleason

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 →
Friday November 15, 2024 9:30am - 10:00am PST
KH B4015
  Specific Populations, Presentation

9:30am PST

CATESOL Publications: Great Venues for Sharing Your Expertise
Friday November 15, 2024 9:30am - 10:45am PST
KH C4071
This session explores the wide range of submissions The CATESOL Journal, Newsletter, and Blog welcome and how accessible these venues are for members to share their action research, conference presentations, and/or classroom activities. CATESOL publications editors explain the ins and outs of publishing: audience and editor expectations, submissions policies, review and revision processes, and ideas for article topics. Anyone interested in publishing is encouraged to attend, regardless of background experience.
Slides: Tips for Publishing in The CATESOL Journal
Speakers
avatar for Margi Wald

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 →
avatar for Kevin Wong

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 →
avatar for Kara MacDonald

Kara MacDonald

Defense Language Institute
CATESOL 2024 State Conference: President’s Reception Coordinator
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Siyi Gao

Associate Professor, Defense Language Institute
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avatar for Rebekah Sidman-Taveau

Rebekah Sidman-Taveau

The CATESOL Journal ESL Professor and Honors Program Coordinator/Co-Editor, Canada College
I am a full time ESL professor at Cañada College. My area of expertise is advanced writing; however, I have taught all levels and skills of ESL. My doctoral research in the early 2000s focused on computer assisted project based learning in ESL. As Faculty Coordinator of the Academic... Read More →
Friday November 15, 2024 9:30am - 10:45am PST
KH C4071
  Professional Development, Presentation

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
avatar for Talley Caruso

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 →
avatar for Sherry MacKay

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 10:15am - 10:45am PST
KH B2008
  Specific Populations, Business Meeting & Networking |   Tech, Business Meeting & Networking

11:00am PST

Engage and Connect: Activities for Adult ESL Classes
Friday November 15, 2024 11:00am - 11:45am PST
KH B3016
Join author Donna Price and two engaging Adult Ed ESL instructors as they share their experiences from their virtual and face-to-face classes. They'll focus on building communities in their beginning and intermediate level ESL classes while Donna showcases the variety of resources available on Cambridge's learning management system, Cambridge One. Find out what their favorite technology tools are, including easy digital gamification, creative uses of the Ventures series, and strategies for engaging learners and building community. You'll leave excited to incorporate new strategies and technology tips into your classroom with ease.
Speakers
avatar for Johanna Gleason

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 →
avatar for Donna Price

Donna Price

Associate Professor Emeritus / Facilitator, Cambridge University Press & Assessment and San Diego Continuing Education (retired)
avatar for Holland MacFallister

Holland MacFallister

Teacher, Cambridge University Press, Evans Community Adult
Holland MacFallister is delighted to continue his association with Cambridge University Press at CATESOL after teaming with them at COABE in Seattle and CCAE in Los Angeles, as well as sharing his enthusiasm for adult ed in several online videos and live panels. He is a full-time... Read More →
Friday November 15, 2024 11:00am - 11:45am PST
KH B3016
  Skills Instruction, Presentation |   Pedagogy, Presentation

1:15pm PST

Divorce, Disability, Dying, Deployment and Other Tender Topics for Children
Friday November 15, 2024 1:15pm - 2:30pm PST
Golden Eagle Deck
Explore an integrated skills project in which adult English learners select and read a children's book about a challenging situation such as the death of a loved one or pet, divorce, disability, or military deployment. Students analyze the stories and illustrations, explain how books challenge stereotypes, prepare discussion questions, and read books aloud. Review the project's text, photos, illustrations, and questions as we consider how parents and childcare providers can raise these tender topics and support children's social-emotional development. Examine writing samples, materials, and methods that can guide us all to be more knowledgeable, caring, and compassionate teachers of English.
Speakers
avatar for Marsha Chan

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 →
avatar for Julaine Rosner

Julaine Rosner

Instructor, Mission College
Friday November 15, 2024 1:15pm - 2:30pm PST
Golden Eagle Deck
  Skills Instruction, Poster |   Specific Populations, Poster

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
avatar for Talley Caruso

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 →
avatar for Sherry MacKay

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 →
avatar for Mark Scholl

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.
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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

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
avatar for Judith O'Loughlin

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

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
avatar for Nayereh Nouri

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

3:30pm PST

Cultural Implications in Teaching Writing Remotely to Students in Afghanistan
Friday November 15, 2024 3:30pm - 4:00pm PST
KH B4014
In Spring 2024, presenters piloted an academic remote writing class for Afghan students to address challenges with AI-generated content.
Emphasizing student voices over form, the class faced cultural and situational hurdles, including limited internet access and Taliban rule.
In this session, participants will understand the context and develop strategies to address AI usage in a context where challenges include a lack of resources and gender apartheid. All class resources will be shared.
Speakers
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Bethany Alling

Instructor, American University of Afghanistan
avatar for Susan Gaer

Susan Gaer

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... Read More →
Friday November 15, 2024 3:30pm - 4:00pm PST
KH B4014
  Specific Populations, Presentation |   Tech, Presentation
 
Saturday, November 16
 

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
DC

Dr. Claudia Dunn

Visiting Professor, San Diego State University
MV

Mayra Vargas

Sam Houston State University
Saturday November 16, 2024 8:45am - 9:15am PST
KH B2008
  Assessment, Presentation

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
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L. Erika Saito

Director of Strategic Partnerships, PK-14 Education, University of Massachusetts Global
MM
Saturday November 16, 2024 8:45am - 9:15am PST
KH B4015
  Skills Instruction, Workshop |   Professional Development, Workshop

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
avatar for Sherry MacKay

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

8:45am PST

California Community Colleges: Catalysts for Civic Engagement and Digital Literacies
Saturday November 16, 2024 8:45am - 9:15am PST
KH C4071
Bring your coffee and join us for an engaging rap session that explores the pivotal role of California community colleges in fostering civic engagement and enhancing digital literacies. This session will delve into how our community colleges empower diverse communities, bridge societal gaps, and cultivate informed, active individuals. Through interactive discussions and real-world examples, participants will gain insights into effective strategies for integrating civic engagement and digital literacies into educational practices, enriching the community and empowering individual voices. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of a transformative conversation.
Speakers
avatar for Dyan Collings Ralph

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 →
Saturday November 16, 2024 8:45am - 9:15am PST
KH C4071
  Tech, Rap Session |   Civic Engagement, Rap Session

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
avatar for Nayereh Nouri

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

9:30am PST

Literacy for Oral Learners
Saturday November 16, 2024 9:30am - 10:00am PST
KH B2014
Teaching English to newcomers from oral cultures presents distinct challenges. In this session, we will examine oral-based cultures' learning techniques and strengths. We will define orality, explain differences in learning between oral and literate cultures, and demonstrate effective teaching methods for oral learners.
Speakers
AY

Anne York-Herjeczki

Researcher, Biola University
Biola Ph.D. student researching SEL 
Saturday November 16, 2024 9:30am - 10:00am PST
KH B2014
  Pedagogy, Presentation |   Specific Populations, Presentation

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
avatar for Kelly Metz-Matthews, Ph.D.

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

9:30am PST

Tuning in, Talking More, and Taking Turns Empower Learners' Voices
Saturday November 16, 2024 9:30am - 10:00am PST
KH B3010
Language development happens faster in environments where learners hear lots of talk, including stories, conversations, descriptions, and advice. English learners can develop skills to help create such language-rich environments. When learners work to generate more talk, they create more opportunities to practice language skills at home, at work, or at school. Presenters describe classroom activities that develop adults' ability to tune in, talk more, and take turns in everyday conversation. Participants review pragmatic and interactive integrated skills activities for use in contexts such as vocational ESL, and teacher-training courses.
Speakers
avatar for Julaine Rosner

Julaine Rosner

Instructor, Mission College
avatar for Marsha Chan

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 →
Saturday November 16, 2024 9:30am - 10:00am PST
KH B3010
  Skills Instruction, Presentation |   Specific Populations, Presentation

9:30am PST

Optimizing Instructional Strategies for Nontraditional Students in ESL Classes
Saturday November 16, 2024 9:30am - 10:45am PST
KH C4071
This research explores the unique challenges nontraditional students face in adult ESL classrooms. It further applies McClusky's Theory of Margin, which analyzes the balance between an individual's demands and resources, to offer instructional recommendations. Nontraditional students, who are re-entry students balancing educational pursuits with multiple roles and responsibilities, often encounter significant external demands and limited resources. Through qualitative methods, including interviews and surveys, this study provides insights into experiences, learning goals, and challenges of these students. The findings inform strategies to enhance learning environments and aim to guide policymakers and instructors toward creating more inclusive and equitable ESL classrooms.
Speakers
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Zhaorong (Sally) Sun

University of Southern California
YC

YiHsuan Chen

University of Southern California
MY

Maicy Yang

University of Southern California
QX

Qinyi Xie

University of Southern California
Saturday November 16, 2024 9:30am - 10:45am PST
KH C4071
  Pedagogy, Panel |   Specific Populations, Panel

12:45pm PST

Navigating and Overcoming Linguistic Bias in TESOL Education
Saturday November 16, 2024 12:45pm - 1:30pm PST
Ballroom 3, Golden Eagle Building
Building on last year's plenary by Dr. John Baugh on 'Prejudicial Barriers to Successful TESOL Education,' this rap session explores practical strategies for addressing linguistic bias in TESOL contexts. Participants will discuss ways to recognize and mitigate linguistic profiling, support students in overcoming discrimination, and foster an inclusive classroom environment that values linguistic and cultural diversity. By sharing techniques, training methods for educators, and success stories, the session aims to equip attendees with insights and approaches to create a more equitable and supportive educational setting for all students.
Speakers
avatar for Kevin Wong

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 →
avatar for Anna Joaquin

Anna Joaquin

College/University Level Chair; Interest Group, California State University, Northridge
Saturday November 16, 2024 12:45pm - 1:30pm PST
Ballroom 3, Golden Eagle Building
  Professional Development, Rap Session

1:45pm PST

Authentic Integration of Digital and Information Literacies in Adult ESL
Saturday November 16, 2024 1:45pm - 2:45pm PST
KH B2008
This workshop will focus on how instructional strategies, resources, and activities can cohesively integrate language development, information literacy, and digital technologies. We will have an engaging discussion followed by small group activities. Please join us!
Speakers
avatar for Talley Caruso

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 →
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Andy Mardesich

Adult Education Level Chair, CATESOL
CATESOL 2024 State Conference: Conference Webmaster Assistant
LG

Lisa Guay

Teacher, City College of San Francisco
Saturday November 16, 2024 1:45pm - 2:45pm PST
KH B2008
  Skills Instruction, Workshop |   Pedagogy, Workshop |   Tech, Workshop

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
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L. Erika Saito

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

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

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
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Dr. Claudia Dunn

Visiting Professor, San Diego State University
MV

Mayra Vargas

Sam Houston State University
Saturday November 16, 2024 3:45pm - 4:45pm PST
KH B2019
  Specific Populations, Workshop
 
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