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NYACCE 57th Annual Conference:
Tuesday May 6, 2008

Workshop Session 7 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

 

Interactive Learning in ESOL
Presenter(s): Beverly Baright, Dutchess County BOCES
Room: Albany

A 180-degree change in the approach to running a typical mixed-level, open-enrollment adult ESOL class has resulted in happy, engaged learners show make great progress and a delighted teacher. Come learn how a real learner-driven, multisensory classroom can be readily set up. Handout with guidelines and resources will be available. This is a session no adult ESOL teacher should miss.

How To Write An Article For Perspectives
Presenter(s): Dr. Kathy P. King, Fordham University
Room: Colonie

A Model of Professional Development for Adult ESOL Teachers that is WORKING! (PART II)
Presenter(s): Robin Lovrien Schwarz, Independent Consultant
Room: Schenectady/Troy

Two regions of New York have implemented a sustained professional development project that is helping teachers of adult ESOL become more effective and thus more satisfied in their work. Details of the project will be described and several teachers will discuss their involvement and the impact the project has had on them. (Continuation)

The National External Diploma Program: Laying the Foundation for the Future
Presenter(s): Jim Harrison, Comprehensive Adult Student Assessment Systems
Room: Salon A

The National External Diploma Program (NEDP), which began in New York State, is an adult applied-performance, competency-based assessment program that awards a high school diploma to skilled adult who have acquired many of their high school level abilities through life experience. This presentation will explain the NEDP, its plans for the future, and how it can provide an invaluable option for high school completion. Information on how to become a NEDP provider will also be discussed.

Your Local DSS Office and Your Programs
Presenter(s): Robert O. Curtis, Buffalo Public Schools
Room: Salon B

Are you struggling with trying to operate a work experience and/or educational program with you local DSS office? Join a roundtable discussion and review a newly developed attendance software program for DSS attendance reporting. Discuss problems and solutions.

New York State Adult Education Report Card
Presenter(s): Rosemary Matt, Literacy Assistance Center
Room: Salon C