2024 State Conference - Los Angeles
2024 State Conference - Los Angeles CATESOL 2024 State Conference
November 14-16 at California State University Los Angeles Thursday Online + Friday & Saturday In person
Welcome to the CATESOL 2024 State Conference
Mark your calendars for the CATESOL 2024 State Conference, being held at Cal State LA, on November 14 (virtual), 15 and 16 (in-person). This year’s theme is Empowering Voices: Bridging Communities through Civic Learning and Digital Literacies.
From plenary talks by leading voices in their fields to a rich program containing presentations, panels, and workshops aligned with the conference theme, we plan to engage in collegial conversations on topics that are extremely relevant to our profession. With topics that range from what it means to be literate in today’s digital technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), augmented reality (AR), and virtual reality (VR) to the incorporation of such tools as well as imagination, play, and civics into our practice to transform teaching and learning. As teachers, we all strive to provide our students with the tools they need to not only develop their communicative skills but also to develop a curious mindset and the ability to interact effectively with others, improve their communities, and participate in society.
We are hard at work putting together a fantastic program for you. In addition to sessions that focus on digital literacies and civic learning in language education, the program will also offer many additional sessions on topics that are relevant to novice teachers and veterans alike. Presentations created by our CATESOL level and interest group leaders also provide outlets for issues that are important to those groups. Levels include the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, College/University, Community College, Adult Education, K-12, and Intensive English Program. Interest groups include California State Universities, Corpus-informed Research and Teaching, Intercultural Communication, LGBTQ+, Materials Writers, Non-native Language Educator Issues, Teaching English in the Workplace, Teaching of Pronunciation, Technology Enhanced Language Learning, Online Teaching, Refugee Concerns, Research Writers, and University of Southern California.
Finally, the conference is also an opportunity to renew or expand your professional network, meet people that work in your area, exchange ideas, and make lifelong friends. We are bringing publishers and exhibitors that will showcase their hottest and newest products, and we will host fun events throughout the conference, including the President’s Reception on Friday night, with live music!
So make sure you don’t miss this year’s conference and register early. Please spread the word about our conference and our attractive rates with friends, colleagues, and others through social media, message boards, and email distribution lists! Include our conference hashtag #catesol24
Looking forward to seeing you there!
Bahiyyih Hardacre, Conference Chair
Dates and Times
The full conference extends from Thursday, November 14th through Saturday, November 16th.
- Thursday sessions are online only.
- Friday and Saturday sessions are in person only.
On-site check-in begins at 4:00 pm on Thursday, and sessions continue through 6:00 pm on Saturday.
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CATESOL Is an all-volunteer association of teachers. Conference organizers can use all the help we can get. Onsite, preparation before the conference starts, and help after it ends -- in-person and remote -- we can use assistance in many capacities. Apply here.
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Location
The address for California State University Los Angeles, also known as Cal State LA, is
5151 State University Drive, Los Angeles, CA, 90032. It is located 5 miles east of Downtown Los Angeles.
The campus is located at the intersection of interstate highways 10 and 710.
There are three main airports in the area. Besides ticket costs, attendees should also consider distance to hotel or conference venue, traffic, and Uber/Lyft/taxi rates when selecting one of these airports:
- Burbank Airport (BUR), 13.8 miles away.
- Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), 16.3 miles
- Long Beach Airport (LGB), 17.3 miles
Nearby Airports
Parking Information
Please park in Parking Structure E for the conference. Take the elevator to the 3rd floor and follow the floor decals!
Although Cal State LA has several parking lots that contain designated areas for Visitor Parking, conference attendees are asked to park in Parking Structure E.
Download the PayByPhone app ahead of time so you can pay for a Guest Daily Permit ($10/day) from your phone when you park. Daily permits can also be purchased at physical pay stations located in parking structures. These permits are virtual and require vehicle plate information. Ignore the "visitor rates" listed on the Cal State LA website, that is for special events (like sporting events). The parking fees are as follows:
| 1 Hour | $3 |
| 4 Hours | $4 |
| All Day | $10 |
| 2-Wheel Vehicles | $4 |
After parking in Structure E, take the elevator to the 3rd floor and as soon as you exit it, you will see floor decals placed every 200-250 feet guiding you from the parking structure all the way to the Golden Eagle, where you will be able to pick up your badge, bag, maps, and other materials.
EV Charging Stations
Parking Structure E has DCFC fast charging stations. Some stations have Tesla charging plugs. Level 2 charging stations are also available across campus. Payment required for charging. EV Charging Stations
Public Transportation
There are many ways to get to Cal State LA. The Cal State LA Transit Center hosts many local and express buses operated by both the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) and Foothill Transit. The Transit Center also features its very own Metrolink station, a first for a Southern California college campus. Metrolink's San Bernardino line travels east to Union Station via a single-track platform. Additionally, there are close to 18 bus lines that serve the Cal State LA campus and are operated by both the Metro and Foothill Transit. Both local and express bus lines serve the campus.
Getting Around Cal State LA
Registrations will be in the Student Union Building; keynote talks will be in the Golden Eagle Building, and all concurrent sessions will take place in King Hall. All of these areas are located in the central area of the campus and are very close to each other.
Campus Locations
The campus map (linked above) highlights four areas used for the conference: the Golden Eagle building (ballrooms), the Student Union (Los Angeles rooms), the King Hall building, and Parking Structure E. The plenaries on Friday and Saturday will take place in the ballrooms, located on the third floor of the Golden Eagle building. Exhibitors and food/ coffee will be located on the 3rd floor of the Student Union, in the Los Angeles rooms. Most workshops and sessions will take place in King Hall.
King Hall
Workshops and sessions will take place in King Hall. This diagram shows where the main entrance is, where you will find the main stairs and two elevators, and women’s and men’s restrooms (one each per floor).
There will be a Help Desk at the main entrance should you need assistance finding a classroom.
Why Attend CATESOL?
Benefits of Attending CATESOL
Since its establishment in 1969, CATESOL has been supporting educators, administrators, students, staff, and others concerned with the teaching of English as a second or foreign language, standard English as a second dialect, or bilingual education.
Attending a CATESOL conference is an unmatched opportunity to maintain currency in our field. You will get up-to-date information about statewide concerns, issues, and teaching methods.
With workshops provided by experts and professionals in this field, you will get usable and practical ideas for supporting students. Learn today and use tomorrow.
You will have the opportunity to complete multiple hours of professional development by attending plenaries, workshops, educational materials expositions, and networking sessions.
You can share what you learn with others. When you return from the conference, you and your colleagues will be able to collaborate and exchange ideas based on what you discover at the conference. This benefits you, your department, and your students.
Support your colleagues and profession by attending workshops and submitting a proposal to present at the conference. This increases your visibility and credibility in the field.
Connect with a CATESOL interest group at the conference. Joining an interest group meeting is a step in establishing a community of practice focused on your needs and interests.
Support CATESOL through your participation and attendance. This has been a few difficult years and organizations like CATESOL appreciate your support to keep providing valuable information and training to the field.
Where to Stay
Cal State LA is adjacent to Monterey Park, and it is close to Downtown Los Angeles, Alhambra, San Gabriel, and Pasadena. Although all of these areas offer a wide choice of local restaurants and coffee shops, Monterey Park may offer the quickest and easiest access to campus.
Nearby Hotels
Courtyard by Marriott Los Angeles Monterey Park Sold out
Holiday Inn & Suites Monterey Park
Group rate available for CATESOLers: 11/14 – 11/16/2024 (2 nights) at $159.00 per night plus 12% tax and discounted $10.00 parking fee
- Room type will be either 1 King or 2 Queen/Queen based on room availability.
- Guest will make reservations direct through the hotel and pay on their own mentioned the confirmation code #223170.
- The hotel will confirm the same rate before or after the conference date with same discounted rate. (if the room is available)
*** If you have already made a reservation at Holiday Inn *** please call the front desk (626) 821-5555 to update your reservation. Provide your reservation number and our group confirmation code #223170 so they can update your reservation. This has to be done before your check-in. If you check-in with your own reservation number, they can't honor the group rate.
Other available nearby hotels:
Hyatt House LA - University Medical Center
What to do in Los Angeles
Stay longer to enjoy these attractions before and after the conference:
The Huntington (Pasadena)
Walt Disney Concert Hall (Downtown Los Angeles)
Natural History Museum (Downtown Los Angeles)
The Broad (Downtown Los Angeles)
California Science Center (Downtown Los Angeles)
Academy Museum of Motion Pictures (Miracle Mile)
LACMA (Miracle Mile)
Griffith Park (Los Feliz)
The Getty (Brentwood)
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COVID-19 Disclaimer
Conference attendees are voluntarily assuming any and all risks, notwithstanding the best efforts of CATESOL conference organizers to implement and require compliance with transmission, prevention, and mitigation measures. By registering for and/or attending this in-person event, you are assuming all risks that you may be exposed to the coronavirus and/or other transmissible diseases and may become ill, and such exposure and illness may result in personal injury, temporary or permanent disability, or even death, and you waive any and all claims against the host facility or the conference organizers as a result of any exposure or illness. We recommend that you provide your own face masks, wearing them at your own discretion during the event, and refer to the CDC for further advice.