Featured Speakers
In addition to our outstanding plenary presentation, we are excited to offer four featured presentations.
What CATESOL Is and What It Can Do For YOU!
Featured Speaker: Dr. Karen Russikoff, Cal Poly Pomona University and CATESOL President-Elect The CATESOL Organization offers numerous opportunities for the betterment of ESL/EFL teachers and students. We are not just conferences! Come hear what the organization can do for you and how you can contribute to make it even better. Trust me, it’s an exciting place to be! |
Integrating College and Career Readiness:
Instructional Shifts in ESL Featured Speakers: Donna Price, San Diego Community College Continuing Education; Sylvia Ramirez, MiraCosta College The College and Career Readiness (CCR) Standards call for three instructional shifts: complexity, evidence and building knowledge. What does it all mean for ESL instructors? Come explore these three instructional shifts and consider some concrete examples of texts and activities that promote these shifts in ESL classrooms. |
Title: Cultivating Changemakers in the English Language Classroom
Featured Speaker: Kelly Shah, American Language Institute at SDSU In this session, the presenter provides an in-depth look into an innovative Social Entrepreneurship program at a local IEP. Designed to raise awareness around contemporary global issues and enhance students' entrepreneurial skills, this program not only builds practical English competencies but also fosters a vibrant and globally-conscious community. |
Title: Paths to Successfully Teaching Abroad
Featured Speakers: Jason Greeno, American Language Institute at SDSU Allan Pascua, American Language Institute at SDSU EFL. Travel. Life learning. Multiculturalism. There are many reasons to teach abroad, but how do you do so successfully? The presenters will spotlight strategies to traverse the myriad of international job postings, how to successfully apply to them, what to avoid, and what to expect overseas, as well as which countries to target in 2016. If you plan to teach abroad, this is the session for you. |
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