Bristol Community College

Bristol Community College
http://bristolcc.edu/

Joanne M. Preston
Division of Humanities and Education
Dean of Humanities and Education

     Office: B105
     Extension: x2836

Education:
M.A., Boston University
M.A., University of Massachusetts/Boston
B.A., Boston University

Philosophy:
The ideal conditions for learning occur when teachers have a strong knowledge of their subject areas, hold high standards for themselves and their students, and promote a supportive and respectful environment where students can be at ease while they deepen and broaden their awareness of the world and themselves.

Licenses/Certifications:
Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Education:
English as a Second Language Teacher (grades 9-12)
English (grades 7-12)

Affiliations:
Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
Middle East Studies Association (MESA)

Presentations:

Presentations

  • "Preparing ESL Students for Success in College and Career Programs" (June, 2005)
  • "Working with ESL students in Nursing Education" CEU National Conference. Hyannis, MA (May, 2006)
  • "Working with ESL students in Nursing Education" CEU National Conference. Hyannis, MA (May, 2007)
  • Awards:
    National Endowment for the Humanities grant to study Islam at The Center for Muslim-Christian Understanding, Georgetown University
    Bunker Hill Community College Trustees' Distinguished Service Award
    Excellence in Teaching Award by National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development (NISOD) May, 1999 and May, 2007

    Interests: