CATESOL 2020 State Conference

In an effort to meet the needs of educators in a meaningful and accessible way, the CATESOL 2020 State Conference will be virtual, live, and synchronous. Now available to watch on-demand: the well-rounded program of live-streamed keynotes and concurrent sessions; asynchronous teaching tips and poster sessions; virtual exhibit booths; and live, interactive Q&A and social networking

Keynotes and Invited Presentations

Day & Time	Event	Speakers & Topics
Thursday October 8 afternoon	Advocacy PCI	Invited speakers deliver updates on federal and state funding and changes
Thursday October 8 evening	Opening Keynote	Mandy Manning, 2018 Teacher of the Year Language as a Vehicle for Connection and Belonging

Friday October 9 afternoon	Keynote	Justin Shewell Ten Strategies for Successful Teaching During the Pandemic
Friday October 9 evening	Keynote	Willy Renandya The Primacy of Extensive Reading and Listening: Theory, Research & Applications
Saturday October 10 afternoon	Keynote	Stephen Krashen THE OUTPUT FILTER - or - You can't turn off your language acquisition device.
Sunday October 11 morning	Invited	Summer Institute showcase Alice Savage and Colin Ward Textbook Optional

Missed a Session? No Problem!

Recordings of all sessions are available on demand. They will be on the conference platform through 07 September 2021 and then on the CATESOL YouTube channel for registrants only.

Access the virtual lobby by clicking on your unique conference link. More information coming in 2021 for YouTube channel access.

Missed the Conference? No Problem!

You can still register. A $40 ticket gains you access to all pre-recorded sessions and keynotes on demand on the conference platform and then on the CATESOL YouTube channel.

Conference Registration

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Pro Tip You must select PayPal first and then you can determine the payment method. PayPal is not required for payment, but you must choose this option initially.
Registration Concerns - If you believe you have made a mistake in your registration, please contact catesol@catesol.org. Please do not try to re-register.

Now Available

Conference program with session titles, times, and speakers
Full schedule with session descriptions the conference platform
Downloadable app with agenda for all registrants
Video tutorials and other information to help you navigate the conference platform

Conference Platform

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