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Dealing with multilevel classes is one of the greatest challenges in classroom management. Drawing from interviews with teachers, observations of multilevel classes as well as pedagogical theory, the presenters will examine challenges in multilevel instruction and discuss solutions that effectively increase students' English proficiency. The presenters will then briefly demonstrate activities developed for beginning-intermediate multilevel students.
	Challenges & Solutions in Teaching Multilevel Classes
	HUM 217, 10:00 AM
	Handout
	I-Mei Wang (& Youngju Lee)

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Dealing with multilevel classes is one of the greatest challenges in classroom management. Drawing from interviews with teachers, observations of multilevel classes as well as pedagogical theory, the presenters will examine challenges in multilevel instruction and discuss solutions that effectively increase students' English proficiency. The presenters will then briefly demonstrate activities developed for beginning-intermediate multilevel students.
	Challenges & Solutions in Teaching Multilevel Classes
	HUM 217, 10:00 AM
	Handout
	Youngju Lee (& I-Mei Wang)

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Drawing from her personal experience as a citizenship teacher, this presenter will offer an overview of what it takes to become a naturalized U.S. citizen, the history of our citizenship test, and information about the new test. Additionally she will share insights on obstacles for applicants, ways to help students overcome them, and resources for educating future citizens, including sample activities for making the citizenship material more meaningful.
	Citizenship: What Should We Teach 10 Million Immigrants?
	HUM 203 , 2:00 PM
	Handout
	Lisa Remmer

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Reluctant readers need a role model, a guide to help them get started. The presenter will discuss the rewards and challenges of being a reader role model for adolescent students in a low level language class. Guidelines for encouraging students to read by giving book talks and modeling reading strategies will be provided.
	Do You Enjoy Reading? I Do!
	HUM 217 , 9:30 AM
	Handout
	Kara Zwier Yu

The presenters, one who experienced drama techniques as an ESL student, and the other, who has performed professionally in the theatre since 1978, will give you ideas on how to facilitate learning with drama activities ranging from short tasks to semester-long projects. Included will be the "dress up biography," "strategic interactions," and the use of folktales and masks. You will have the opportunity to perform in a "slide show"!
	Drama Techniques: 5-Minute Warm-Ups to Semester Long Projects
	HUM 211, 2:30 PM
	Handout
	Yoony Choi (& Alison Ross)

The presenters, one who experienced drama techniques as an ESL student, and the other, who has performed professionally in the theatre since 1978, will give you ideas on how to facilitate learning with drama activities ranging from short tasks to semester-long projects. Included will be the "dress up biography," "strategic interactions," and the use of folktales and masks. You will have the opportunity to perform in a "slide show"!
	Drama Techniques: 5-Minute Warm-Ups to Semester Long Projects
	HUM 211, 2:30 PM
	Handout
	Alison Ross (& Yoony Choi)

Although more and more English learners use hand-held electronic dictionaries (EDs), many ESL/EFL teachers prefer that their students use paper dictionaries. What are teachers' objections to EDs? What are students' reasons for wanting to use EDs? This presentation describes the advantages and disadvantages of each type of dictionary. Findings are presented from a questionnaire given to senior high school students in Japan, exploring student perceptions of both types of dictionaries.
	The Effectiveness of Paper & Electronic Dictionaries
	HUM 587, 9:00 AM
	Handout
	Tomoaki Sugimoto

Should language minority students in California schools be taught in English? In their native language? Or in a combination of the two? This presentation looks at current research and trends in bilingual education at the elementary school level. It weighs the benefits and disadvantages of the programs available for limited English proficient (LEP) students based on interviews with teachers and observations of local classes.
	English Only? A Critical Look at Educating Language Minority Students
	HUM 217, 9:00 AM
	Handout
	Marie Kahn

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Ever wondered what it would be like to be your own boss? Drawing from her personal experience, co-founding Ovient International, which provides business English training to companies and organizations in Silicon Valley, the presenter will cover topics such as developing you business sense, finding and keeping students, managing income and expenses, marketing, and thriving as a businessperson. A list of business resources will be provided. No business experience necessary.
	The Entrepreneurial Self-Employed Teacher
	HUM 203, 11:00 AM
	Handout
	Blythe Musteric

Pre-academic level ESL learners often have difficulty distinguishing between main ideas and supporting details in a body of text. In this interactive workshop, the presenter will show participants how a newspaper "scavenger hunt" can be used to teach learners skimming and scanning. Participants will receive a handout, complimentary newspaper, and tips for implementing this activity into the ESL/EFL classroom.
	EXTRA! EXTRA! READ ALL ABOUT IT. Local Teacher Uses Newspaper Scavenger Hunt to Teach Skimming & Scanning to ESL Readers
	HUM 203, 9:00 AM
	Handout
	Katherine Brundage

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The presenters will discuss Gardner's theory of Multiple Intelligences (MI), and provide practical tips for its application in the ESL/EFL classroom. After describing each type of intelligence and its benefits for language learning, presenters will show how to assess learners' propensity for each intelligence, and share ideas for teaching any topic in multiple ways. Attendees will leave with a number of activities they can apply immediately in their classrooms.
	How to Use Multiple Intelligences Theory in Your Classroom
	HUM 203, 1:30 PM
	Handout
	Kelly Udomsri (& Carl Utleg)

The presenters will discuss Gardner's theory of Multiple Intelligences (MI), and provide practical tips for its application in the ESL/EFL classroom. After describing each type of intelligence and its benefits for language learning, presenters will show how to assess learners' propensity for each intelligence, and share ideas for teaching any topic in multiple ways. Attendees will leave with a number of activities they can apply immediately in their classrooms.
	How to Use Multiple Intelligences Theory in Your Classroom
	HUM 203, 1:30 PM
	Handout
	Carl Utleg (& Kelly Udomsri)

Negotiation is one of the most requested areas of Business English training, and also something we all do every day. In this presentation, the presenters will give you practical tips for teaching Business English negotiation across cultures. They will also show you how to teach lexical chunks and orchestrate simulation (role-play) activities. The presenters will provide teaching resources for these activities, and a list of ten great Business English websites.
	I Think We Have a Deal! Teaching Effective Negotiation Skills for Business English
	HUM 203, 10:30 AM
	Handout
	Jessica Villat (& Erika Weisbrich)

Negotiation is one of the most requested areas of Business English training, and also something we all do every day. In this presentation, the presenters will give you practical tips for teaching Business English negotiation across cultures. They will also show you how to teach lexical chunks and orchestrate simulation (role-play) activities. The presenters will provide teaching resources for these activities, and a list of ten great Business English websites.
	I Think We Have a Deal! Teaching Effective Negotiation Skills for Business English
	HUM 203, 10:30 AM
	Handout
	Erika Weisbrich (& Jessica Villat)

Many new and part-time ESL instructors teach a variety of class levels. What are the differences to be aware of when creating activities and choosing materials for academic and non-academic classes? The presenter will draw on research, interviews with experienced instructors, and observations to highlight distinctions teachers should be aware of to succeed. The presentation will culminate in an activity where participants alter a task for use in different contexts.
	Level One in the Morning, Level Five at Night: Exploring the Differences Between Teaching Credit & Non-Credit ESL
	HUM 211, 2:00 PM
	Handout
	Monica Berini

How do you turn an employer's documentation and expressed wishes into a workable ESL curriculum? This case study of a course developed for a Bay Area University for its dining hall, maintenance, janitorial, and grounds keeping employees focuses on the specific four-step curriculum development process, beginning with the employer's "Job Entry Requirements" document and ending with detailed lesson plans for different skill levels. At the conclusion, attendees will be given an authentic workplace challenge to respond to.
	Making It Work: Transforming Employer Expectations into a Workplace Curriculum
	HUM 202, 11:30 AM
	Handout
	Patricia Long Davis

Although the ESL teacher cannot be a psychologist or social worker, the ESL classroom often invites students to share traumatic life experiences. This workshop will explore how teachers can manage communication in these difficult situations. Attendees will first role-play a case study of a student outburst, and then learn how to select and facilitate cases to train both students and teachers in dealing with trauma and other classroom challenges.
	Managing Communication while Dealing with Trauma: Case Studies for Teacher Training
	HUM 587, 10:00 AM
	Handout
	Brooke Mackenzie (& Stephen Dalton)

Although the ESL teacher cannot be a psychologist or social worker, the ESL classroom often invites students to share traumatic life experiences. This workshop will explore how teachers can manage communication in these difficult situations. Attendees will first role-play a case study of a student outburst, and then learn how to select and facilitate cases to train both students and teachers in dealing with trauma and other classroom challenges.
	Managing Communication while Dealing with Trauma: Case Studies for Teacher Training
	HUM 587, 10:00 AM
	Handout
	Stephen Dalton (& Brooke Mackenzie)

Movies provide rich and meaningful content for students' communication skills, such as vocabulary, idioms, collocations, pronunciation, listening, and speaking, while encouraging them to engage in the target culture. The presenters will discuss fun ways to learn English through movies, including practical examples and techniques based on their experiences in a high-intermediate class at CCSF. Some short movie clips will be used to demonstrate activities, and sample handouts will be provided.
	Movie Magic in Your English Class!
	HUM 471, 1:30 PM
	Handout
	Ah Hyang Rim (& Yoko Sakurai)

Movies provide rich and meaningful content for students' communication skills, such as vocabulary, idioms, collocations, pronunciation, listening, and speaking, while encouraging them to engage in the target culture. The presenters will discuss fun ways to learn English through movies, including practical examples and techniques based on their experiences in a high-intermediate class at CCSF. Some short movie clips will be used to demonstrate activities, and sample handouts will be provided.
	Movie Magic in Your English Class!
	HUM 471, 1:30 PM
	Handout
	Yoko Sakurai (& Ah Hyang Rim)

Conventional EFL classes provide few opportunities for students to use English confidently and to develop fluency. The presenters will discuss the use of drama techniques with short stories to promote the development of all four skills in an EFL context. They will explain the benefits of drama and demonstrate, using a short story, dramatic activities they have personally used. The audience will be invited to participate in activities in order to experience drama techniques.
	The Play's the Thing! Using Drama techniques with Short Stories for Teaching EFL
	HUM 203, 11:30 AM
	Handout
	Tracy Huang (& Christine Park)

Conventional EFL classes provide few opportunities for students to use English confidently and to develop fluency. The presenters will discuss the use of drama techniques with short stories to promote the development of all four skills in an EFL context. They will explain the benefits of drama and demonstrate, using a short story, dramatic activities they have personally used. The audience will be invited to participate in activities in order to experience drama techniques.
	The Play's the Thing! Using Drama techniques with Short Stories for Teaching EFL
	HUM 203, 11:30 AM
	Handout
	Christine Park (& Tracy Huang)

Academic students cram for a test and get every vocabulary word on it right, but are they able to use the words in real-life situations? The presenters will discuss three techniques for promoting deeper processing, retention and productive use of newly learned vocabulary: semantic mapping, story re-telling and role-play. In addition, they will present their research findings on current vocabulary teaching techniques and those which students prefer.
	"Please Absolve My Errors": Techniques to Help Students Retain & Use Words
	HUM 202, 11:00 AM
	Handout
	Ali Burns (& Carol Pragides)

Academic students cram for a test and get every vocabulary word on it right, but are they able to use the words in real-life situations? The presenters will discuss three techniques for promoting deeper processing, retention and productive use of newly learned vocabulary: semantic mapping, story re-telling and role-play. In addition, they will present their research findings on current vocabulary teaching techniques and those which students prefer.
	"Please Absolve My Errors": Techniques to Help Students Retain & Use Words
	HUM 202, 11:00 AM
	Handout
	Carol Pragides (& Ali Burns)

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Want adult students to participate in community events but afraid they'll be linguistically overwhelmed? This presentation will show how the presenter gave students schema-, vocabulary- and context-building tasks so they could attend and respond to an invitation-only community pre-screening of a TV documentary about hate crimes and civil rights. Copies of materials provided.
	Preparing Students to Participate in Authentic Community Events
	HUM 471, 2:30 PM
	Handout
	Glenda Robinson

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Research shows that language acquisition is enhanced when learners experience a sense of "facilitative tension." Communicative games provide second language learners with an excellent opportunity to improve fluency and accuracy in a fun and interactive manner in a low-anxiety, student-orientated setting. The presenters will offer a rationale for using communicative games and demonstrate an original activity that has proven successful in an intermediate-level ESL classroom.
	Relay the Message: Using Communicative Games in the ESL Classroom
	HUM 217, 11:30 AM
	Handout
	Jill Schutz (& Becky Winters)

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Research shows that language acquisition is enhanced when learners experience a sense of "facilitative tension." Communicative games provide second language learners with an excellent opportunity to improve fluency and accuracy in a fun and interactive manner in a low-anxiety, student-orientated setting. The presenters will offer a rationale for using communicative games and demonstrate an original activity that has proven successful in an intermediate-level ESL classroom.
	Relay the Message: Using Communicative Games in the ESL Classroom
	HUM 217, 11:30 AM
	Handout
	Becky Winters (& Jill Schutz)

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ESL students entering English content courses are making a difficult transition because entry-level college English courses present tougher standards, higher workloads, and often, less sympathetic instructors than those in ESL programs. Drawing upon teacher and student interviews and secondary TESOL research, the presenter will outline the differences between these two cultures of learning and suggest what the student, ESL teacher, and content teacher can do to ensure a successful transition.
	Smoothing the Transition from ESL to Mainstream English in the Community College
	HUM 217, 10:30 AM
	Handout
	Pat MacKenzie

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Prepositions are typically one of the most difficult language features for students to grasp. We will discuss some of the difficulties behind teaching prepositions, both in EFL and ESL contexts. We will show how images can help in teaching the prepositions of time and space. Based on a review of materials as well as personal classroom teaching experiences, we will present practical suggestions for how to effectively teach prepositions using images.
	Teaching Prepositions with Images: Challenges & Pedagogical Suggestions
	HUM 211, 1:30 PM
	Handout
	Sara Alongi (& Mari Ota)

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Prepositions are typically one of the most difficult language features for students to grasp. We will discuss some of the difficulties behind teaching prepositions, both in EFL and ESL contexts. We will show how images can help in teaching the prepositions of time and space. Based on a review of materials as well as personal classroom teaching experiences, we will present practical suggestions for how to effectively teach prepositions using images.
	Teaching Prepositions with Images: Challenges & Pedagogical Suggestions
	HUM 211, 1:30 PM
	Handout
	Mari Ota (& Sara Alongi)

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While learning English has reached fever pitch in China and Taiwan, both ESL and EFL teachers still struggle to understand the special needs of their Chinese students. Drawing upon a linguistic contrastive analysis and from Hinkel's views on culture and language learning, the presenters will discuss the difficulty English teachers face in teaching native Chinese speakers. Useful linguistic and cultural teaching strategies will be provided.
	Tips for Teaching Native Chinese Speakers
	HUM 217, 11:00 AM
	Handout
	E-Chiao Chu (& Ching-Lan Huang)

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While learning English has reached fever pitch in China and Taiwan, both ESL and EFL teachers still struggle to understand the special needs of their Chinese students. Drawing upon a linguistic contrastive analysis and from Hinkel's views on culture and language learning, the presenters will discuss the difficulty English teachers face in teaching native Chinese speakers. Useful linguistic and cultural teaching strategies will be provided.
	Tips for Teaching Native Chinese Speakers
	HUM 217, 11:00 AM
	Handout
	Ching-Lan Huang (& E-Chiao Chu)

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Globally, there are now more L2 English users than L1 English users. The majority of these L2 users are using English as a lingua franca. The presenter will share the results from his survey of English students in Spain, discuss his findings, and conclude by sharing some of the implications for English language teaching.
	What English(es) Should We Teach in the Global Classroom?
	HUM 587, 9:30 AM
	Handout
	Brian McManus

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Developing inductive questions takes planning and practice. The presenter will describe her research classifying the questions that she and her tutees asked in tutorial sessions as well as her subsequent efforts to develop inductive questions for her grammar classes. Teachers may think that inductive questions take too much time so what settings and what kinds of material are likely to work best?
	What Questions Do You Have? Developing an Inductive Questioning Strategy
	HUM 203, 9:30 AM
	Handout
	Sheila Botein

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Think it's too early to introduce creativity into your low level writing class? Writing poetry brings creativity to the classroom. By guiding the writing with poetry frames, even low-level students can play with their words! Your students will amaze themselves. The presenter will provide templates for name poems, haiku, and more. The presenter will also show examples of student work. You will build a word bank and write a poem.
	WORDPLAY: Don't Eat Your Words, Play With Them!
	HUM 203, 10:00 AM
	Handout
	Phyllis Johnson

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