Promoting excellence and equity in the education of English language learners.
MATSOL 2016 Conference
Conference Keynotes
Sonia Nieto, Professor Emerita, Language, Literacy & Culture, University of Massachusetts, Amherst
Anne Sibley O'Brien, Author & Illustrator of Multicultural Books
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Call for Award Nominations/Proposals
MATSOL Teacher of the Year: Recognizing excellence in the education of English language learners.
Anne Dow Award for Excellence and Creativity: The 2016 award will be granted for addressing the needs of refugee students.
Linda Schulman Innovation Grants: Grants of up to $1,000 for pedagogical projects that promote English language learning and embody a spirit of creativity, sensitivity and community.
Visit the Member Group pages for dates and information to join a Special Interest Group (SIG) or E-List.
Low Incidence Programs SIG
Students with Limited/Interrupted Formal Education (SLIFE) SIG
Community College ESL Faculty Network SIG
English Language Educators of the Cape & Islands SIG
Teacher Educators SIG
New!Private Language Schools SIG
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MATSOL is a professional association of educators of English language learners in Massachusetts. Our members include educators in PK-12 schools, adult basic education and workplace programs, and institutions of higher learning. MATSOL is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. Find out more.
Member Benefits
Membership in MATSOL Special Interest Groups (SIGs).
Access to members-only resources and E-lists.
Subscription to MATSOL publications and MATSOLworks job posting.
Reduced registration fees for conferences and events.
Support for MATSOL's advocacy on behalf of all ELL/ESOL educators, our students, and their families.