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2017 Conference

June 1–2, 2017

Framingham, MA

MATSOL 2017 Conference Program

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Thursday Keynote: Jeff Zwiers - Keynote presentation slides
Friday Keynote: Jean-Michel Dissard
- see I Learn America website: ilearnamerica.com

Pre-Conference Institute materials will be emailed to participants.

 

Sociocultural theory and TESOL: 21st century perspectives and new developments

Thursday, June 1, 2017 at 10:30 AM–11:15 AM EDT
Middlesex East
Abstract

How are language and culture intertwined in the postmodern ESL classroom? Come learn about the sociocultural theory and its practical ramifications for the 21st century classroom. Based on new interpretations of Vygotsky’s works, we will offer specific ideas for pedagogy, research, and assessment that you will be able to use.

Session Type

Paper/Report (45 minutes)

Topic Strand

Teacher Education/Professional Development

Primary Audience

General (of interest to PK-12, adult, and higher education)

Secondary Audience

PK-12 Schools

Presenter/organizer

Alec Lapidus, University of Southern Maine
Biographical Statement

Alec Lapidus teaches in the Literacy, Language, and Culture program at the University of Southern Maine.

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