CATESOL 2015: Full Schedule

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9:45am PST

Increasing Fluency Phrase by Phrase

Help students progress from pronouncing sounds and words to expressing ideas rhythmically, melodically, phrase by phrase. The Pronunciation Doctor will guide participants through materials, methods, and tasks that engage visual, auditory, and kinesthetic modalities. Experience activities that can transform pronunciation exercises into positive outcomes using text, audio, and video.

Speakers

Marsha J. Chan

President, Sunburst Media

You may know me as the Pronunciation Doctor on YouTube with over 2000 free videos at http://www.youtube.com/pronunciationdoctor. I taught for over 30 years at Mission College in Santa Clara, CA. I am a member of the CATESOL Leadership as Web Manager, Professional Development Coordinator... Read More →

Friday November 13, 2015 9:45am - 10:45am PST
San Simeon B (4th floor)

Publisher, S, A, CC, C-U, IEP, ML, NT, PTE, TELL, TOP

9:45am PST

Longman Online Dictionaries, Providing Instant Gratification and Accuracy

How many of your students use an online dictionary? How many continue to misuse the words they were looking up? The speed and convenience is devalued when the language support ELLs need is missing. Longman Learner Dictionaries are now available online, providing efficient and accurate language support for ELLs.

Speakers

Cambria Dorado, Pearson

Pearson

Your rep: Cambria Dorado Ask our Pearson ELT team about our latest series and editions, author presentation times and whether we prefer a long walk on a beach or a hike up the mountains!

Friday November 13, 2015 9:45am - 10:45am PST
Manhattan (4th floor)

Publisher, S, A, CC, C-U, IEP, ML, PTE

11:00am PST

Supporting writing through vocabulary and grammar resources

In this presentation, we will explore a range of tools and resources (both paper and online) to help learners develop skills and make connections between vocabulary, grammar, and academic writing. Examples are from Grammar and Beyond and its online resources. Complimentary copies will be provided to attendees.

Speakers

Randi Reppen

Professor, Northern Arizona University

Randi Reppen is Professor of Applied Linguistics and TESL at Northern Arizona University (NAU) where teaches in the MA TESL and Applied Linguistics Ph.D. programs. She has extensive ESL and teacher training experience, including 11 years as the Director of NAU’s Intensive English... Read More →

Friday November 13, 2015 11:00am - 12:00pm PST
Catalina 5 (Lower level)

Publisher, A, C-U, CC, IEP, NT, PTE

3:45pm PST

Integrating College and Career Readiness Instructional Shifts in ESL

The College and Career Readiness (CCR) Standards call for three instructional shifts: complexity, evidence and building knowledge. What does this all mean for ESL instructors? Come explore and consider concrete examples of activities and texts to promote these shifts in ESL classrooms.

Speakers

Donna Price, San Diego Community College Continuing Education Program

Associate Professor, San Diego Community College

Donna Price has taught all levels of ESL for the San Diego Community College since 1979. She is a conference presenter and co-author of Ventures, published by Cambridge University Press.

Sylvia Ramirez

Professor Emeritus, MiraCosta (ret.)

I am a Professor Emeritus at MiraCosta College, a teacher educator, writer, consultant and a recipient of the California Hayward award for excellence in education. I am a proud co-author (one of five!) of the Ventures series from Cambridge University Press.

Friday November 13, 2015 3:45pm - 4:45pm PST
San Simeon B (4th floor)

Publisher, A, ML, PTE

8:30am PST

Out and About: Teacherless Activities for Beginners

Want to get your students up on their feet speaking English from day one? The innovative techniques and teacherless activities in this dynamic session help increase student involvement and reduce teacher prep time - plus give students confidence for real-world English interactions! Handouts with ready-to-go classroom materials are provided.

Speakers

Hugo Loyola

President, ALTA English Publishers, Inc.

Saturday November 14, 2015 8:30am - 9:30am PST
Capistrano B (4th floor)

Publisher, A, CC, IEP, NT, NNLEI, PTE

3:00pm PST

Burlington English - Dynamic ESL Instruction for All Levels

Come learn about Burlington English - a dynamic, personalized software program designed to guide adult English learners on any academic or career pathway they choose. No matter where your students are on the technology spectrum, Burlington English provides anytime, anywhere access to practical, relevant content that complements their classroom experience.

Speakers

Amy Goeltzenleuchter

Miranda LaBatt

Regional Manager, Burlington English

Saturday November 14, 2015 3:00pm - 4:00pm PST
Capistrano B (4th floor)

Publisher, Admin, A, CC, ML, NT, PTE, TELL, CALL, TEW, TOP