CATESOL 2015: Full Schedule

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8:30am PST

#CATESOLchat - The first ever LIVE CATESOL Twitter Chat

New to Twitter or hoping to find other engaged Tweeters? This session helps CATESOL teachers explore twitter, share their experiences with it, find like-minded teachers, and participate in the first ever live twitter chat for CATESOL: #CATESOLchat

Speakers

Eric Roth, USC

Author, Teacher, and Publisher, Chimayo Press

Eric H. Roth teaches international graduate students the pleasures and perils of academic writing and public speaking in English at the University of Southern California (USC), and holds the title of “Master Lecturer”. He also writes and edits ESL/EFL books for English language... Read More →

Brent Warner

Assistant Professor, Irvine Valley College

Brent is a professor of ESL at Irvine Valley College. He's an EdTech enthusiast who enjoys discussing incorporating the latest technologies into lessons as well as the times when tech isn't the answer. Brent blends technology into his lessons and talks about them on his podcasts about... Read More →

CATESOLchat pdf

Friday November 13, 2015 8:30am - 9:30am PST
Palos Verdes B (4th floor)

Workshop, E, S, A, CC, C-U, IEP, ML, NT, TELL

8:30am PST

AWL Revisited: Strategies to Improve Word Form Retention in ESL Written Production

This workshop aims to offer strategies to help intermediate to advanced level ESL students increase their academic language word form retention. Attendees will practice with activities based on a reconfiguration of the AWL sublists that highlights word behavior patterns besides frequency.

Speakers

Monica Rosso

ESL Teacher, IIS@MissionCollege

Friday November 13, 2015 8:30am - 9:30am PST
Huntington AB (4th floor)

Workshop, S, CC, C-U, IEP, ML

8:30am PST

Yes I Can! Building Student Confidence

Get students to say YES to their language learning abilities. With inspirational activities and feedback, teachers can help students recognize their strengths and build the confidence they need to say Yes to their writing potential, to their speaking potential, to tackling team projects, and to reaching their academic goals!

Speakers

Staci Johnson

Self-Employed

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 →

Courtney Stammler

Friday November 13, 2015 8:30am - 9:30am PST
San Clemente (4th floor)

Workshop, A, CC, C-U, IEP, ML, NT, IC, NNLEI, PTE, TELL, TEW

9:45am PST

Lights, Camera, Action: Interactive Video Activities for English Learners

In this session, participants will try out three interactive video activities that energize students and motivate them to learn vocabulary and practice speaking. These creative activities will surely create an excited buzz in your classroom!

Speakers

Meg Parker

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

Workshop, S, A, CC, C-U, IEP, ML, TELL

11:00am PST

Taking Your English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Program to the Next Level: A case study of an Academic Success Program (ASP)

Since the presenters joined the ASP team at Cypress College’s SCE, enrollment has increased and learning outcomes have improved. In this workshop the presenters share a case study of their own work highlighting factors including: curriculum refinement and innovation, responding to iterative needs analysis, and utilizing mentor/mentee relationships.

Speakers

Michael Hein

Gizelle Ponzillo

Adjunct Faculty, Irvine Valley College and School of Continuing Education, North Orange County Community College District

I'm an enthusiastic ESL instructor who has been teaching ESL writing at Irvine Valley College and in the Academic Success Program at the School of Continuing Education at NOCCCD for almost two years. My passion for my profession is reflected on my teaching. I earned my M.A. in TESOL... Read More →

CASESTUDY FINAL ppt

Friday November 13, 2015 11:00am - 12:00pm PST
Capistrano A (4th floor)

Workshop, A, CC, C-U, ML

3:45pm PST

Creating effective ePortfolio assignments for ESL courses.

Assessment of student success in ESL programs is becoming increasingly important. ePortfolios are a way to help us better tell the story of what is happening in our courses and programs whole incorporating a high impact practice.

Speakers

Tiffany Ingle

Noncredit ESL Faculty, Glendale Community College

Tiffany is actively involved in Reading Apprenticeship, curriculum redesign, placement testing, and ePortfolio development. She seeks to bring the AAC&U's high-impact practices into the ESL classroom. In addition to ESL, Tiffany has worked with First Year Experience seminar development... Read More →

Friday November 13, 2015 3:45pm - 4:45pm PST
Catalina 4 (Lower level)

Workshop, A, CC, C-U, IEP, ML

3:45pm PST

EL Civics for a New Age

Looking for cutting-edge multi-level EL Civics curriculum that addresses new WIOA requirements? Come learn how one agency keeps up with the ever-changing educational trends and requirements through its EL Civics program. Participants will receive a complete set of tech-friendly curriculum for EL Civics #33 Apply for a Job.

Speakers

Jan Forstrom

Stephanie Thomas

Faculty, San Diego Community College District Continuing Education

Stephanie Thomas is an ESL instructor who enjoys engaging students with technology. As a face-to-face and online instructor, she has taught all levels of ESL from literacy through advanced.

Friday November 13, 2015 3:45pm - 4:45pm PST
Catalina 5 (Lower level)

Workshop, Admin, A, ML, NT

3:45pm PST

Help! Effective Strategies for Busy Teachers of Multi-Level Classes

Come and practice interactive strategies that help students remember what they learn, can be used to teach any content at any level, and require little or no teacher prep time. With these activities, you can empower your students and avoid burnout at the same time!

Speakers

Laurel Pollard

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

Workshop, A, CC, IEP, ML, NT, PTE

3:45pm PST

Making Writing Assignments Fun!

Writing instructors will learn how to turn mundane assignments into projects that excite students about writing. Students write personified short stories that are combined into one book and are given a copy of the book. This has increased student retention, participation, and has motivated students to be creative writers

Speakers

Gizelle Ponzillo

Adjunct Faculty, Irvine Valley College and School of Continuing Education, North Orange County Community College District

Final MakingWritingAssignmentsFun 1 pptx

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

Workshop, E, S, A, CC, C-U, IEP, ML

8:30am PST

Helping Students Succeed on Timed Life Skills Reading Tests

How can we help learners improve their scores on high stakes life skills and other general reading tests? The presenter discusses why these tests are so difficult, presents teaching strategies for improving comprehension in sample lessons, and shares tips for improving learners’ test taking skills including how to read faster.

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.

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

Workshop, A, ML, NT

8:30am PST

The Great Vocabulary Challenge: Teaching 32 Dimensions of a Lexical Item

Core meaning, semantic space, collocations, affixes, cognates, appropriacy, mnemonics…these are but a few of the 32 dimensions of a lexical item (Scrivener, (2005). In this presentation we race against the clock to tackle the challenge of introducing teaching strategies for each of the 32 dimensions…and also include a comprehensive handout.

Speakers

Julie Ciancio

Lynne Diaz-Rico

California State University, San Bernardino

Lynne Díaz-Rico is Professor of Education at California State University, San Bernardino, where she coordinates the M. A. in Education TESOL program. Her books are widely used in programs of teacher education to prepare teachers for multi-ethnic and linguistically diverse classrooms... Read More →

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

Workshop, E, S, CC, C-U, IEP, ML

1:45pm PST

Braving an EFL Classroom: Maximizing the Assistant Language Teacher’s Role

The presence of Assistant Language Teachers in EFL classrooms provides multiple benefits including higher motivation and authentic input for learners. At times, however, the host and assistant teachers are unaware of how to successfully work collaboratively. This session offers practical strategies to increase the effectiveness of this relationship.

Speakers

Emily Ellis, UC Irvine

Emily Wong

ESL/TEFL Instructor, UC Irvine Extension, International Program

Saturday November 14, 2015 1:45pm - 2:45pm PST
Laguna B (4th floor)

Workshop, S, ML, NNLEI

1:45pm PST

How to Thrive as a New ESL Teacher!

Are you a new graduate or ESL instructor wondering what it takes to be a successful teacher? Bring your resume and join us in this workshop where we discuss job seeking and teaching strategies, which will help you not just survive but THRIVE in your first years of teaching!

Speakers

Nairi Issagholian

Lecturer, University of Southern California (USC)

Nairi is an adult educator who has taught learners from diverse backgrounds in university settings for over a decade. She has also served as a curriculum coordinator and practicum mentor teacher assisting in-service trainees develop as instructors. Her current areas of interest are... Read More →

Suzanne Kelley

Program Coordinator, Instructor, The Language Institute / Cal State LA

Hi. My career has taken two interesting paths. First, in beautiful downtown Pasadena, I am Program Coordinator at The Language Institute. We are the best-kept secret of successful international students who get into Art Center and other local colleges. Also, I teach Listening and... Read More →

An Excellent Resource pdf

HELLO ESL Teacher Sub Opportunity pdf

Syllabus Checklist pdf

CATESOL2015 Additional Websites pdf

Saturday November 14, 2015 1:45pm - 2:45pm PST
San Simeon A (4th floor)

Workshop, A, CC, C-U, IEP, ML, NT, PTE

1:45pm PST

iPad apps for teaching ESL

Want to learn how to use iPads and create dynamic ESL lessons with interactive capabilities? During this hands-on workshop, tips and tricks and lesson ideas will be demonstrated. All language skills will be addressed. A handout will be provided with a list of recommended applications that can be further explored.

Speakers

Farzana Cassim

Natalya Dollar

Candace Lynch-Thompson

iPad Tips and Tricks CATESOL2015 pdf

Saturday November 14, 2015 1:45pm - 2:45pm PST
Huntington AB (4th floor)

Workshop, A, CC, C-U, IEP, ML, TELL

3:00pm PST

The Techne of TESOL: Creative Problem Solving for Teachers

Are you a creative teacher? Are your students creative learners? Creativity is an essential skill for finding innovative solutions to everyday challenges. This workshop draws on work from psychology, art education, and the presenter’s experience to guide participants in exploring their creative processes, fostering more effective and meaningful language education.

Speakers

Susannah Schoff

Coordinator, Instructor, Academy of Art University

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

Workshop, A, CC, C-U, ML, NT

3:00pm PST

Top Five Apps for Composition

Apps not only change how we communicate but also affect how we teach. With apps, vocabulary, literacy, and writing develop at a faster pace with the use of mobile technology. In this workshop, presenters will walk participants through five major apps that will make content-oriented classrooms more interactive.

Speakers

Teresa Nguyen, American Language Program, CSUF

Full-time Faculty, CSUF, American Language Program

Annie Tran, CSUF, American Language Program

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

Workshop, S, A, CC, C-U, IEP, ML, NT