Alabama-Mississippi
Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages
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PCI Workshop D
Thursday, January 29, 2026
1:00 - 4:00pm
Flowood, Mississippi
Sheraton Flowood The Refuge Hotel & Conference Center
Building Bridges in TESOL Teacher Preparation: A Collaborative Networking Workshop for Faculty Working in TESOL Teacher Preparation Programs
Faculty working in TESOL teacher preparation programs often lack opportunities to connect and collaborate with colleagues beyond their own institution. This interactive workshop provides a dedicated space for university faculty to network, share best practices, and co-develop innovative approaches to preparing future English language educators. Through structured discussion, collaborative problem-solving, and resource exchange, participants will leave with new professional connections, actionable ideas, and a deeper understanding of the shared challenges and opportunities in TESOL teacher preparation.
Presenter
Chimène Gecewicz, Ed.D.
Dr. Chimène Gecewicz has shared her love of learning, languages, and cultures for over twenty years with a wide variety of students as both a teacher and a program director. In addition to having theoretical knowledge in the areas of anthropology and the teaching of languages, she has practical experience which enriches her approach to education. She has lived in England, conducted fieldwork in Africa, and traveled throughout Europe and Mexico. She has taught ESL in both K12 and university settings, and has been involved in curriculum development, grant writing, scheduling, policy writing, teacher training, and supervision. Chimène feels strongly committed to actively serve her students and colleagues.