PAIS Newsletter - October 2014 (Plain Text Version)

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In this issue:
Articles
•  LETTER FROM THE CHAIR
•  LETTER FROM THE EDITORS
Articles
•  SEVP GUIDANCE ON CONDITIONAL ADMISSION AND ESL BRIDGE PROGRAMS: STAY TUNED
•  THE GOLD STANDARD OF ACCREDITATION: STRIVING FOR SUCCESS
•  RENEWING ESL WRITING PROGRAMS WITH SUMMATIVE PORTFOLIOS
•  INCLUDING THE PARAPROFESSIONAL IN PROGRAM PLANNING AND ADMINISTRATION
ABOUT THIS INTEREST SECTION
•  ABOUT THE PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION INTEREST SECTION

 

ABOUT THIS INTEREST SECTION

ABOUT THE PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION INTEREST SECTION


Statement of Purpose

TESOL's Program Administration Interest Section (PAIS) addresses the special needs of ESOL program administrators at all levels and in all fields. PAIS supports professional and ethical administration in English language programs regardless of type, setting, geographical location, or size.

Goals

  • Recognize the unique role program administrators can play in fostering professionalism
  • Ensure that ESL/EFL programs are effective in meeting institutional and student needs
  • Strengthen managerial and leadership skills
  • Provide a forum for information exchange


Leaders, 2014-2015

Chair: Robert Dickey
Chair-Elect: Beverley M. Earles
Past Chairs: Kristin E. Hiller, Britt R. Johnson
Newsletter Editors: Hannaliisa Savolainen, Jackie Evans
Community Manager: Diana L. Siemer