Margarita Jimenez-Silva

Prof. Margarita Jimenez-Silva’s research focuses on preparing and supporting teachers to work with culturally and linguistically diverse learners, especially in addressing emergent bilinguals’ linguistic and academic content development. More specifically, her research strands include teacher education pedagogy and curriculum, educational policy, and family/community engagement. Her research has been published by journals such as Harvard Educational Review, Childhood Education, and the Journal of Research on Childhood Education. 

Prof. Jimenez-Silva has traveled to and coordinated curriculum and programs addressing the needs of emergent bilinguals in the U.S., as well as in Mexico, Panama, and Hungary. Prior to entering higher education, Prof. Jimenez-Silva worked with newcomer students as a middle-school math and science teacher in Oakland, California. She began her work with pre-service teachers at Concordia University in Irvine, CA. She herself is a former English learner from the San Fernando Valley in Southern California. 

Education

Ed.D., Human Development and Psychology, 2002
Harvard University, Graduate School of Education, Cambridge, MA
Emphasis in Language and Culture
Dissertation Title: Instructing English language learners in the context of political change: A qualitative study of teachers’ beliefs about effective teaching strategies. Chair: Janine Bempechat; Committee Members: Katherine Boles and Kris Gutiérrez.

M.Ed., Human Development and Psychology, 1992
Harvard University, Graduate School of Education, Cambridge, MA
Emphasis in Social and Personality Development

Professional Clear California Teaching Credential and Bilingual Cross-Cultural Certificate, 1991

B.A., Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies, Magna Cum Laude, 1991
Concordia University (Christ College Irvine), Irvine, CA
Emphasis in Early Childhood Education

Professional Experience

2017 – Present: Professor of Education
University of California, Davis, School of Education

• Chair/Director of Teacher Education (2017-2022)
• Associate Professor (2017-2022)

2012-2017: Associate Professor of Education
Arizona State University, Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College

• Early Childhood Special Education Co-Program Coordinator (2017 Jan.- Dec.)
• ESL Online Masters Co-Program Coordinator (2013- Dec. 2017)
• Bilingual/English as a Second Language Elementary Education Program Coordinator (2012-2016)         

2005-2012: Assistant Professor of Education
Arizona State University, College of Teacher Education and Leadership

2007-2010: Adjunct Professor (summers)
Claremont Graduate University. Claremont, California

2004-2005: Adjunct Professor
University of California Irvine, School of Education. Irvine, California

1997-2005  Assistant (through 2002)/Associate Professor of Education
Concordia University, School of Education. Irvine, California
Program Coordinator for Early Childhood Education (2003-2005) and CLAD Certification

1993-1996: Math and Science Classroom Teacher – Newcomer Program 7^th-8^th Grade
Jingletown Charter School. Oakland, California

1994-1996: Graduate Student Instructor, Visiting Scholar in the Graduate School of Education, Language Literacy
University of California Berkeley, School of Education

1993: English Language Teacher (Summer)
Kuna English Language Schools, Panama

1992-1993: Substitute Teacher
Oxford Cooperative Preschool. Cambridge, Massachusetts

1991-1993: Research Assistant
Harvard Graduate School of Education. Cambridge, Massachusetts

1991-1993: After-School Mentoring Program Coordinator and Facilitator
Longfellow Elementary School. Cambridge, Massachusetts

1991-1992: Assistant Teacher
Butler Elementary School. Belmont, Massachusetts

1989: Spanish Instructor (Spring)
Through Concordia University in Mexico City, Mexico

Honors and Awards

• University of California Davis Chancellor’s Fellowship for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, 2020
• Arizona State University Outstanding Faculty Mentor Award, Nominee, 2017
• American Education Research Association, Division K Teaching and Teacher Education Mid-Career Award, Nominee, 2017
• American Education Research Association Critical Educators for Social Justice Special Interest Group Revolutionary Mentor Award, Nominee, 2017
• U.S. Professor of the Year National Award, Nominee, 2015
• U.S. Professor of the Year National Award, Nominee, 2013
• Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College Faculty Award for
• National Council of Geography Education Distinguished Teaching Award, 2010
• National Council of Geography Education Media Award, 2010
• New Student Group Arizona State University Polytechnic Campus, 2010
• American Education Research Association Hispanic Issues Special Interest Group Award nominee, 2010
• Excellence in Diversity Award Arizona State University, 2009
• Friend of Arizona Geographic Alliance Award, 2009
• Top Ten Women Making A Difference in Orange County, CA (OC Metro), 2003
• Teacher Educator of the Year, Credential Counselors and Analysts of California (CCAC), 2001
• Outstanding Alumni Award, Concordia University, 2001
• Student Retention Award, Concordia University, 1998
• Title VII Fellowship, Harvard University, 1993
• Senior Award in Early Childhood and Liberal Studies, Concordia University, 1991
• Faculty Merit Scholar Award, Concordia University, 1990

Publications

Refereed Journal Articles

*Indicates doctoral/masters student
**Indicates undergraduate student
***Indicates Classroom Teacher

Jimenez-Silva, M., Ruiz, N., & Smith, S*. Lessons learned from exploring the potential of California’s Mini-Corps tutors as future bilingual teachers. International Journal of Bilingual Education and Bilingualism, 1-13.

Caires-Hurley, J., Jimenez-Silva, M., & Schepers, O. (2020). Transforming education with problem-based learning: Documenting missed opportunities for multicultural perspectives. Multicultural Perspectives, 22(3), 118-126.

Caires-Hurley, J., Jimenez-Silva, M., & Harrington, R. (2020). Toward a critical-PBL: Centering a critical consciousness in the middle grades. Middle Grades Review, 6(3). https://scholarworks.uvm.edu/mgreview/vol6/iss3/8

Jimenez-Silva, M., Kulinna, P., Cirrel, A.*, & Balmaseda, M.*** (2019). Do we really need this class?: Former K-12 teachers transitioning to teaching as university faculty. Journal of Scholarship of Teaching and Learning, 19(3), 1-15. doi: 10.14434/josotl.v19i2.23732

Chavez-Thibault, M.*, Jimenez-Silva, M., Rillero, P. & Merritt, J. (2019). Got a problem? Using problem-based learning to engage English learners. New Teacher Advocate, 26(3), 20-21.

Kelly, L. B.*, Ángeles-Wann, V.***, Wann-Ángeles, J.***, Jimenez-Silva, M. (2019).  STEA²M camp at the orchard: A community cultural wealth approach. NABE Journal of Research and Practice, 9(3-4), 143-154,  https://doi.org/10.1080/26390043.2019.1649511

Jimenez-Silva, M. & Bempechat, J. (2018). Six tips for supporting English learners with their homework. New Teacher Advocate, 25(2), 8-9. http://digital.watkinsprinting.com/view/kappa-delta-pi/new-teacher-advocate/winter-2018

Rillero, P., Thibault, M., Merritt, J., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (2018). Bears in a boat: Science content and language development through a problem-based learning experience. Science Activities, 55(1), 1-6.  http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/00368121.2017.1406323

Merritt, J., Jimenez-Silva, M., Rillero, P., & Chavez-Thibault, M. (2018). Engineering encounters: Bears on a Boat Plus. A problem-based enhanced language learning experience. Science and Children, 56(4), p. 81-85.

Oakes, W. P., Jimenez-Silva, M., Davis, L.***, & Leon, V.*** Addressing DEC’s family recommended practices: Community cultural wealth framework. DEC Recommended Practices Monograph Series Number 3- Families.

Park, H., Cheatham, G. A., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (2017). Supporting oral language development for dual language learners with disabilities through adult feedback. Young Exceptional Children. Online first https://doi.org/10.1177/1096250617725504

Kurz, T. L., Gómez, C., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (2017). Guiding preservice teachers to adapt mathematics word problems through interactions with ELLs. Journal of Urban Mathematics Education, 10(1), 32-51.

Rillero, P., Koerner, M., Jimenez-Silva, M., Merritt, J., & Farr, W. (2017). Developing teacher competencies for problem-based learning pedagogy and for supporting learning in language-minority students. Interdisciplinary Journal of Problem-Based. Learning, 11(2).  https://doi.org/10.7771/1541-5015.1675

Jimenez-Silva, M., Bernstein, K. A., Baca, E. C.* (2016). An analysis of how restrictive language policies are interpreted by Arizona’s Department of Education and three individual school districts’ websites. Education Policy Analysis Archives, 24(105). http://dx.doi.org/10.14507/epaa.24.2291

Jimenez-Silva, M., Merritt, J., Rillero, P., & Kelley, M. (2016). Working together to prepare teachers of science and language: Examining the value of collaboration among science and language faculty. Electronic Journal of Science Education, 20(3), 73-91.

Ramirez, P., Jimenez-Silva, M., Boozer, A., & Clark, B.  (2016). Going against the grain in an urban Arizona high school: Secondary preservice teachers emerging as culturally responsive educators, Multicultural Perspectives, 18(1), 20-28. doi:10.1080/15210960.2016.1127076

Ramirez, P. C. & Jimenez-Silva, M. (2016). Introduction to the special issue: The intersectionality of border pedagogy and secondary education. The High School Journal, 99(4), 279-281.

Ramirez, P. C. & Ross, L. & Jimenez-Silva, M. (2016). The intersectionality of border pedagogy and Latino/a youth: Enacting border pedagogy in multiple spaces. The High School Journal 99(4), 302-321.

Cheatham, M., Jimenez-Silva, M., & Hyejin, P. (2015). Teacher feedback to support oral language learning for young dual language learners.  Early Child Development and Care, doi: 10.1080/03004430.2014.1003552

Ramirez, P., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (2015). The intersectionality of culturally responsive teaching and performance poetry: Validating secondary Latino youth and their community, Multicultural Perspectives, 17(2), 87-92, doi: 10.1080/15210960.2015.1022448

Jimenez-Silva, M., Gomez, L.*, & Cisneros, J.* (2014). Examining Arizona’s policy response post Flores v. Arizona in educating K-12 English language learners. Journal of Latinos and Education, 13, 181-195. doi:10.1080/15348431.2013.849600

Ramirez, P., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (2014).  Strengthening secondary English learners’ literacy skills through culturally responsive teaching. Kappa Delta Pi Record, 50(2), 65-69.   doi:10.1080/00228958.2014.900846

Cheatham, G., Jimenez-Silva, M., Wodrich, D. L., & Kasai, M. (2014).  Disclosure of information about English proficiency: Preservice teachers’ presumptions about English language learners.  Journal of Teacher Education, 65(1), 53-62. doi:10.1177/0022487113503687

Jiménez-Castellanos, O., Blanchard, J., Atwil, K., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (2014) Beginning English literacy development and achievement among Spanish-speaking children in Arizona’s English-only classrooms: A four-year two-cohort longitudinal study, International Multilingual Research Journal, 8(2), 104-123, doi:10.1080/19313152.2013.875812

Jimenez-Silva, M., Gómez, C., White-Taylor, J., & Fox, R.***  (2013). World changers by Youth Inc. Illinois Council for the Social Studies Quarterly, 2(3), 30-38.

Jimenez-Silva, M., & Olson, K. (2013). Preparing teachers to work with English language learner through a teacher-learner community of practice. International Journal of Teaching and Learning in Higher Education, 24(3), 335-348.

Jimenez-Silva, M., Gómez, C., & Molina-Walters, M. (2013). Science Circus: Engaging middle school students. Science Scope, 36(7), 38-45.     

Jimenez-Silva, M. (2013). “Where I’m from” Poems: An Introduction. Association of Mexican American Educators Journal, 7(2), 61-62.

Jimenez-Silva, M. (2013). “Where I’m from” Poem. Association of Mexican American Educators Journal, 7(2), 65.

Jimenez-Silva, M., & E. Garcia. (2013). Immigration policies and education in Arizona. Association of Mexican American Educators Journal, 7(2), 5-6.

Jimenez-Silva, M., & Cheatham, G., Gomez, L.* (2013).  Arizona’s youngest English language learners: Views from a pediatric clinic. Association of Mexican American Educators Journal, 7(2), 50-60.

Jimenez-Silva, M., Olson, K., Jimenez-Hernandez, N. (2012). The confidence to teach English language learners: Exploring coursework’s role in developing preservice teachers’ efficacy. The Teacher Educator, 47(1), 9-28.

Jimenez-Silva, M. & Gómez, C. (2012). Teaching social studies with cognates: A path to English language development. Social Studies Review, 51, 80-83.

Cheatham, G., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (2012). Partnering with Latino families during kindergartentransition: Lessons learned from a parent-teacher conference. Childhood Education, 88(3), 177-184.

Gómez, C., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (2012). The physical educator as a language teacher for English language learners. Strategies: A journal for physical and sports educators, 25(4), 14-17.

Gómez, C. & Jimenez-Silva, M. (2012) Using reframing to turn challenges into opportunities when working with parents. New Teacher Advocate, 20(1), 4-5.

Gómez, C. & Jimenez-Silva, M. (2012). Mexican American studies: The historical legitimacy of an educational program. Association for Mexican-American Educators Journal, 6(1), 15-23.

Hart, J. E., Cheatham, G. A., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (2012). Facilitating quality language interpretation for diverse families of students with special needs. Preventing School  Failure, 56(4) 207-213.

Gómez, C., Kurz, T., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (2011). Your inner English teacher.  Mathematics Teaching in the Middle School, 17(4), 239-243.

Cheatham, G. A., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (2011). What makes a good story? Oral narratives  of young children from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds Childhood Education, 87(4), 261-268.

Hinde, E. R., Osborn Popp, S. E., Jimenez-Silva, M., & Dorn, R. I. (2011). Finding a place for geography in USA elementary education in an era of accountability: Linking  geography to language arts and English language learners. International Research in Geographical and Environmental Education, 20(1), 47-63.

Jimenez-Silva, M., & Gómez, C. (2010). Developing language skills in science classrooms. Science Activities: Classroom Projects and Curriculum Ideas, 48(1), 23-28.

Jimenez-Silva, M., Gómez, C., & White-Taylor, J. (2010). Revisiting board games: A new twist on a familiar method. Teaching for Excellence and Equity in Mathematics, 2(1). Retrieved from http://data.memberclicks.com/site/toma/fall_2010_teem_abstracts.pdf

Jimenez-Silva, M., White-Taylor, J., & Gomez, C. (2010). Opening opportunities through math  board games: Collaboration between schools and a teacher education program. Issues in the Undergraduate Mathematics Preparation of School Teachers: The Journal, 2. Retrieved from http://www.k-12prep.math.ttu.edu/journal/pedagogy/jimenez01/article.pdf

Gómez, C., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (2010). From speaking to writing in the structured English  immersion science classroom. Science Scope, 34(1), 52-56.

Jimenez-Silva, M., Jimenez-Hernandez, N., Luevanos, R.***, Jimenez, D., & Jimenez, A. (2009).  Results not typical: One Latino family’s experiences in higher education. Harvard Educational Review, 79(4), 730-744.

Jimenez-Silva, M. (2009). Lo que aprendimos: Advice for the next generation of parents. Association for Mexican-American Educators Journal 2009, Special Issue, Critical Issues  in Mexican-American, Chicano/Latino Parent Engagement in K-12 School, 43-50.

Olson, K., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (2008). The campfire effect: A preliminary analysis of preservice teachers’ beliefs of teaching English learners after State-mandated endorsement courses. Journal of Research on Childhood Education, 22(3), 246-260.

Foulger, T. S., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (2007). Enhancing the writing development of  English Learners: Teacher perceptions of common technology in project-based learning. Journal of Research on Childhood Education, 22(2), 109-124.

Coulter, C., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (Eds). (2017). Culturally sustaining pedagogies: Issues of language, culture, and power. United Kingdom: Emerald Publishing.

Book Chapters

Jimenez-Silva, M. (2021). Subject: COVID-19 To: Chair of Teacher Education Experiencing the pandemic through email exchanges. In K. Fasching-Varner, S. T. Bickmore, D. G. Hays, P.G, Schrader, D. L. Carlson, & D. Anagnostopolous (Eds). The Corona Chronicles: On Processes, Leadership, Commitment, and Hope in Uncertain Times. (pp.11-19). New York: NY: DIO Press.

Jimenez Hernandez, N., Delgadillo, M., Jimenez-Silva, M., & Luevanos, R. (2020). Drawing strength from our Latina sisterhood in navigating educational leadership positions across K12-higher ed contexts. In J. L. Surface & K. A. Keiser (Eds.). Women in Educational Leadership: A Practitioner’s Handbook. (pp. 233-247). Word and Deed Publishing. Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

Bempechat, J., Jimenez-Silva, M., Li, J., & Holloway, S. D. (2018). Classes where “kids learn/don’t learn a lot. A study of Mexican American adolescents’ voices. In S. Jones & E. Sheffield (Eds.). Why kids love (and hate) school. (pp. 55-76). Gorham, ME: Myers Education Press.

Jimenez-Silva, M., & Luevanos, R. (2017). Culturally sustaining pedagogy in action: Views from inside a secondary social studies teacher’s classroom. In C. Coulter & M. Jimenez-Silva, (Eds.), Culturally sustaining and revitalizing pedagogies: Language, culture, and power (pp. 81-105). Emerald Publishing, UK.

Jimenez-Silva, M. (2015). No soy de aquí ni soy de allá: Making my way through the tenure       process. In F. Hernandez, E. Murakami, & G. M. Rodriguez, (Eds.). Abriendo puertas, cerrando heridas (Opening doors, closing wounds): Latinas/os finding work-life balance in academia (pp. 153-161). Information Age Publishing: Charlotte, NC.

Grijalva, G., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (2014) Exploring principals’ concerns regarding the implementation of Arizona’s mandated structured English immersion model. In S. C. Moore, (Ed.). Language policy implementation process and consequence: An Arizona case study. Multilingual Matters: Bristol: UK.

Timken, G. L., Van de Mars, H., Jimenez-Silva, M., Watson, D. L., & Ebbeck, V. (2014). Teresa: Mi vida, mi educación, mi futuro: My life, my education, my future. Armour, K. (Ed.). Pedagogical cases in sport, exercise, and Movement Volume 1: Physical education and youth sport. New York, NY: Routledge.

Jimenez-Silva, M., Hinde, E., & Jimenez Hernandez, N. (2013). How are teachers of social studies addressing the needs of English language learners in their classrooms? In J. Passe & P. G. Fitchett (Eds.), Research on the status of social studies: Views from the field (pp. 277-288). Charlotte, NC: Information Age.

Gómez, C., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (2011). From speaking to writing in the structured English immersion science classroom. In J. Wheeler-Toppen (Ed.), Science the “Write” Way. Arlington, VA: NSTA Press. (Reprint of article of the same name published in 2010.)

Prevost, T., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (1996). Jingletown: One charter school’s story. In R. Lowe & B. Minder (Eds.), Selling out our schools: Vouchers, markets, and the future of public education, Milwaukee, WI: Rethinking Our Schools.

Jimenez Silva, M., & McCabe, A. (1996). Vignettes of the continuous and family ties: Some Latino American traditions. In A. McCabe (Ed.), Chameleon Readers: Teaching children to appreciate all kinds of good stories (pp. 116-136). New York: McGraw-Hill.

Published Proceedings

Guerrero, K., & Jimenez-Silva. (2021). Teaching STEMSS (STEM + Social Studies) using multiple modalities: Looking at teacher professional development, K-12 teaching success stories, and family engagement to support diverse learners during Covid. In the 2019 Hawaii International Conference on Education Proceedings. Honolulu, HI.

Guerrero, K., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (2019). STEMSS strategies and professional development to support academic language acquisition. In the 2019 International Conference of Education, Research, and Innovation Conference Proceedings. Seville, Spain.

Jimenez-Silva, M., & Ruiz, N. (2019). Recruiting and preparing the next generation of California’s bilingual teachers. In the 2019 Hawaii International Conference on Education Proceedings. Honolulu, HI.

Jimenez-Silva, M., & Sparapani, N. (2019). Determining capacity to prepare teachers to meet the needs of complex learners and English learners within general education classrooms. In the 2019 Hawaii International Conference on Education Proceedings. Honolulu, HI.

Guerrero, K., Jimenez-Silva, M., Barker, A., Caughlin, A., Navarrete, N., & Sanchez-Cordova, M. (2019). STEM + Social Studies = Success! Explore more than 50 free STEMSS lessons that support diverse learners in the K-12 classrooms. In the 2019 Hawaii International Conference on Education Proceedings. Honolulu, HI.

Guerrero, K., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (2018). Science, technology, engineering, math, social studies

content for relational understanding and to integrate strategies in E-learning for English Learners (STEMSS CRUISE EL). In the 2018 International Conference of Education, Research, and Innovation Conference Proceedings. Seville, Spain. (Virtual Conference).

Rillero, P., Chavez M.*, Jimenez-Silva, M, & Merritt, J. (2018). Bears in a boat: Modeling science content and language development through PBL for preservice elementary teachers. In the PBL2018 International Conference Full Papers (ISBN: 2177-0506), http://pbl2018.panpbl.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Bears-in-a-Boat.pdf.

Rillero, P., Koerner, M., & Jimenez-Silva, M., Merritt, J., & Farr, W. (2017). Developing teacher competencies in transformed societies: Problem-based learning and promoting academic achievement with language learners. In the 5^th International Problem-Based Learning Symposium Proceedings, Singapore. Singapore: The Center for Educational Development, Republic Polytechnic.

Jimenez-Silva, M., Coulter, C., Ortega, I., Lambson, D., Trifiro, A, & Markos, A. (2017). So you want to write a grant: Lessons learned about writing and implementing grants focused on preparing teachers of English learners. In the 2017 Hawaii International Conference on Education Proceedings. Honolulu, HI.

Kulinna, P. H., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (2017). Do we really need this class?: Former K-12 teachers transitioning to teaching as university faculty. In the 2017 Hawaii International Conference on Education Proceedings. Honolulu, HI.

Luu, G. V.**, & Jimenez-Silva, M. (2017). Delving deeper into depression: An examination of pre-service teachers’ understanding of depression, and the implications for policy recommendations. In the 2017 Hawaii International Conference on Education Proceedings. Honolulu, HI.

Esqueda, M. J.**, & Jimenez-Silva, M. (2017). “As long as you teach one minority group’s story, you’re good: Issues to consider when the goal is cultural empowerment. In the 2017 Hawaii International Conference on Education Proceedings. Honolulu, HI.

Roy, B.* & Jimenez-Silva, M. (2017). Exploring cultural identity and language with second and third generation Latino youth. In the 2017 Hawaii International Conference on Education Proceedings. Honolulu, HI.

Kulinna, P. H., Yu, H.*, Jimenez-Silva, M. Stylianou, M. & Lorenz, K. (2017). What are classroom teachers’ goals related to incorporating physical activity/movement and health behavior knowledge in the classroom: Does goal setting make a difference? In the 2017 Hawaii International Conference on Education Proceedings. Honolulu, HI.

Jimenez-Silva, M., Hernandez, J., & Thibault, M.* (2016). Preparing for a cultural shift: Integrating STEM, literacy, and language to prepare all teachers to teach English language learners. In the 2016 Hawaii International Conference on Education Proceedings. Honolulu, HI.

Jimenez-Silva, M., & Lambson, D. (2016). Still standing: Documenting the history of the Bilingual/ESL teacher preparation program at Arizona State University. In the 2016 Hawaii International Conference on Education Proceedings. Honolulu, HI.

Thibault, M., Hernandez, J.*, Jimenez-Silva, M., & Merritt, J. (2016). Mapping the intersections between language and content needs for ELLs: Using teacher preparation standards as the roadmap. In the 2016 Hawaii International Conference on Education Proceedings. Honolulu, HI.

Rillero, P., Merritt, J. & Jimenez-Silva, M. (2016). Developing teacher competencies in transformed societies: Problem-based learning and promoting academic achievement with language learners. In the 2016 Hawaii International Conference on Education Proceedings. Honolulu, HI.

Jimenez-Silva, M., Reyes, N., Trifiro, A., Lambson, D., Coulter, C., & Ortega, I. (2015). OELA/NPD grantees’ issues of requirements, recruitment, retention, results, and reality when implementing professional development grants. In the 2015 Hawaii International Conference on Education Proceedings. Honolulu, HI.

Jimenez-Silva, M., Reyes, N., & Guerrero, K. (2014). Preparing teachers for multicultural classrooms: OELA/NPD Grantees. In the 2015 Hawaii International Conference on Education Proceedings. Honolulu, HI.

Jimenez-Silva, M., & Guerrero, K. (2014). TL3C as an innovative approach to STEM education and supporting teachers in 21st century classrooms. In the 2015 Hawaii International Conference on Education Proceedings. Honolulu, HI.

Refereed Other

Jimenez-Silva, M., & Ruiz, R. (2007). The education of English language learners. In D. R. Garcia & J. O’Reilly (Eds.), The space between: Why the middle years matter (pp. 115-142). Phoenix, AZ: Helios Education Foundation.

Non-Refereed, Non-Journal Publications, and Other Creative Achievements

Jimenez-Silva, M., Ruiz, N. T., & Smith, S.A.* (2020). CTERIN Focus: Recruiting and preparing the next generation of bilingual teachers: Exploring the potential of California’s Mini-Corps program. California Teacher Education Research & Improvement Network. Retrieved from https://cterin.ucop.edu/publications/resources/focusvol1no2.html

Jimenez-Silva, M. (2020). Foreword. In D. N. Poulos The Conscious Teacher. Page Publishing Inc.

Jimenez-Silva, M., Hinde, E. R., Ekiss, G. O., & Dorn, R. I., Editor. (2010, Version 1.0). A Virtual GeoLiteracy Workshop on teaching Geography and English Language Learners, Arizona Geographic Alliance, Arizona State University, Tempe, Arizona. (URL: http://alliance.la.asu.edu/geoliteracy/ELL/vgeet/vgeet.html). (Jimenez-Silva was awarded the National Council of Geography Education Media Award in 2010 for this work.)

Hinde, E. R., Jimenez-Silva, M., Ekiss, G. O., Dorn, R. I., & Osborn Popp, S. E., Managing Editors, (2007, Version 1.0). GeoLiteracy ELL adaptations: Integrating geography, reading and writing. Tempe, AZ Arizona Geographic Alliance. (URL: http://alliance.la.asu.edu/geoliteracy/ELL/ELLCD/AAClickMeFirst.html and http://alliance.la.asu.edu/geoliteracy/ELL/ELLCD/AboutGeoLiteracy/powerpoint/GeoLitPresent.html

Jimenez-Silva, M. (2003). Open hearts and minds: Diverse learners in Lutheran schools and congregations. River Forest, IL: Lutheran Education Association.

Encyclopedia Entries   

Jimenez-Silva, M. (2008). Newcomer programs. In J. M. Gonzalez (Ed.), The encyclopedia of bilingual education. San Francisco, CA: Sage Publications.

Jimenez-Silva, M. (2008). California, impact of Proposition 227. In J. M. Gonzalez (Ed.), The encyclopedia of bilingual education. San Francisco, CA: Sage Publications.

Book Reviews

Ramirez, P., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (2011). Book review of Bicultural parent engagement: Advocacy and empowerment. The School Community Journal, 21(2), 213-219.

Manuscripts Accepted for Publication, Under Review, and Revise/Resubmits

Peer-Reviewed Articles

Jimenez-Silva, M., Martindale, M. L., & Trexler, C. Multilingual students as agriculturalists: Opening opportunities through agricultural education. International Multilingual Research Journal. (Accepted 3/31/21).

Coughlin, A.***, Jimenez-Silva, M., & Jimenez Hernandez, N. Meaningful engagement for culturally and linguistically diverse families through STEM events. Submitted to The School Community Journal. (Revised & Resubmitted 4/25/21)

Jimenez-Silva, M. & Davis, L. M.*** Got Paletas?: Culturally sustaining play centers in a self-contained classroom. Rethinking Schools. (Revise & Resubmit, planned resubmission 5/31/21).

Ambrose, R., Sullivan, L., & Jimenez-Silva, M. Having the courage to advocate for equity: Stories of pre-service elementary teachers’ experiences from the field. Teacher Education Quarterly. (Rejected, in process of resubmitting to another journal).

Moon, S. H., & Jimenez-Silva, M. Foregrounding service learning and reflection: Serving nontraditional learners in early childhood teacher education. Emerging Voices in Education. (Rejected, in processs of resubmitting to another journal).

Edited Books

Jimenez-Silva, M. & Bempechat, J. (Eds.) (in press). Latinx Experiences in U.S. Schools: Voices Students, Teachers, Teacher Educators and Education Allies in Today’s Sociopolitical Context. Lanham, MD: Lexington Books.

Book Chapters

Jimenez-Silva, M., Coughlin, A.***, & Mercado, M.*** (in press). Transforming social studies for English learners through intentional professional development. In K. Fasching-Varner, K. Tobin, Z. Haddad, & C. Clark (Eds.). Multicultural Curriculum Transformation in Social Studies and Civic Education. Lanham, MD: Lexington Books.

Jimenez-Silva, M., & Bempechat, J. (in press). Introduction. In M. Jimenez-Silva, & J. Bempechat (Eds.), Latinx experiences in U.S. schools: Voices of students, teachers, teacher educators, and education allies in challenging socio-political times. Lanham, MD: Lexington Books

Coughlin, A., Jimenez-Silva, M., & Guerrero, K. (in press). Voces unidas: Advocating for emergent bilinguals while navigating Arizona’s socio-political context. In M. Jimenez-Silva, & J. Bempechat (Eds.), Latinx experiences in U.S. schools: Voices of students, teachers, teacher educators, and education allies in challenging socio-political times. Lanham, MD: Lexington Books.

Ruiz, N., Jimenez-Silva, M., & Smith, S.** (in press). Preparing bilingual teachers through a bilingual undergraduate teacher corps: Nidos de lengua y comunidad. In M. Jimenez-Silva, & J. Bempechat (Eds.), Latinx experiences in U.S. schools: Voices of students, teachers, teacher educators, and education allies in challenging socio-political times. Lanham, MD: Lexington Books.

Conference Presentations

Guerrero, K., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (January 2021). Teaching STEMSS (STEM + Social Studies) using multiple modalities: Looking at teacher professional development, K-12 teaching success stories, and family engagement to support diverse learners during Covid. Paper presented at the 2019 Hawaii International Conference on Education. (Virtual Conference).

Guerrero, K., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (January 2021). Supporting English learners through STEM+Social Studies lessons created for teachers by teachers. Presentation at the California Council for the Social Studies Annual Conference. (Vitual Conference). 

Jimenez-Silva, M., Ruiz, N., Zamora, J., & Median, Y. (March 2021). Supporting migrant education tutors aspiring to be bilingual or dual language teachers. Presentation at the annual California Association of Bilingual Education Conference. (Virtual Conference).

Jimenez-Silva, M., Flynn., J., & Bell, C. (April 2021). Division K Pre-Conference: Mid-career trajectories n education. Presentation at the annual conference of the American Educational Research Association, (Virtual Conference).

Bempechat, J., Jimenez-Silva, M., & Villegas-Reimers, E. (April 2021). Preparing teachers to navigate conflict when equity is at stake: Teacher educators’ beliefs about homework-related practices. Poster presented at the annual conference of the American Educational Research Association, (Virtual Conference).

Caires-Hurley, J., Jimenez-Silva, M., & Schepers, O. (April 2021). Transforming education with problem-based learning: Documenting missed opportunities for multicultural perspectives. Paper presented at the annual conference of the American Educational Research Association, (Virtual Conference).

Bempechat, J., Leider, C. M., Jimenez-Silva, M., & Villegas-Reimers, E.  (February 2020). Latinx’ experiences in U.S. schools: Voices of students, teachers, teacher educators, and education allies in the current socio-political climate. Symposium presented at the annual Harvard Graduate School of Education Alumni of Color Conference (AOCC), Cambridge, MA.

Jimenez-Silva, M. & Bempechat, J. (April 2020). “How do we rebuild bilingual education?”: Challenges and Opportunities in Post-Prop 58 California. Structured Poster Presentation accepted for the American Educational Research Association Annual Conference. San Francisco, CA.

Delgadillo, D., Jmenez Hernandez, N., Jimenez-Silva, M., & Luevanos, R. (April 2020). Drawing strength from our Latina sisterhood in navigating educational leadership positions Across K-12-Higher Ed. Paper presentation accepted for the American Educational Research Association Annual Conference. San Francisco, CA.

Guerrero, K., Jimenez-Silva, M., Lambson, D. (October 2020). STEMSS LIVE! PD programs that support teachers, parents, and ELs through virtual PD and family engagement experiences online. Poster presentation at the U.S. Department of Education Office of English Language Acquisition Annual Directors’ Meeting. Washington, DC. (Virtual Conference).

Guerrero, K., Jimenez-Silva, M., Lambson, D., &  Avechuco, L.*** (October 2020). STEMSS lessons to support language learners. Presentation at the annual STEMteachersEXPO Conference, Phoenix, AZ. (Virtual Conference). 

Bempechat, J., Dobbs, C., Montecillo Leider, C., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (October 2020). Homework and inequality: Ethical dilemmas for teachers. Presentation at the annual Association for Moral Education. Ottawa, Canada.  (Virtual Conference)

Guerrero, K., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (November 2020). Coding as a language with giant maps. Presentation at the Annual International Society for Technology in Education. (Virtual Conference).

Jimenez-Silva, M., & Ruiz, N. (January 2019). Recruiting and preparing the next generation of California’s bilingual teachers. Paper presented at the 2019 Hawaii International Conference on Education. Honolulu, HI.

Jimenez-Silva, M., & Sparapani, N. (January 2019). Determining capacity to prepare teachers to meet the needs of complex learners and English learners within general education classrooms. Paper presented at the 2019 Hawaii International Conference on Education. Honolulu, HI.

Dourado, N. V., Sparapani, N., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (January 2019). Are we prepared to meet the needs of complex learners in general education classrooms? Presented at the 2019 University of California Center for Research on Special Education, Disabilities, and Developmental Risk Conference. Sacramento, CA.

Guerrero, K., Jimenez-Silva, M., Barker, A.***, Caughlin, A.***, Navarrete, N.***, & Sanchez-Cordova, M.*** (January 2019). STEM + Social Studies = Success! Explore more than 50 free STEMSS lessons that support diverse learners in the K-12 classrooms. Presented at the 2019 Hawaii International Conference on Education. Honolulu, HI.

Jimenez-Silva, M., & Esqueda, M. J.*** (March 2019). “Why does her story sound just like mine?”: The experiences of two Latinas becoming teachers. Presented at the 2019 Harvard Alumni of Color Conference. Cambridge, MA.

Jimenez-Silva, M., & Banes, L. (March 2019). How teacher supervisors address translanguaging practices. Presentation at the California Association of Bilingual Education Annual Conference. Long Beach, CA.

Jimenez-Silva, M., & Guerrero, K. (March 2019). Recognizing families’ cultural community wealth: Meaningful collaboration with families of language learners. Presentation at the California Association of Bilingual Education Annual Conference. Long Beach, CA.

Jimenez-Silva, M.  (March 2019). An evidence-based approach to meeting California’s need for bilingual teachers. Presentation at the California Association of Bilingual Education Annual Conference. Long Beach, CA.

Guerrero, K. & Jimenez-Silva, M. (March 2019). STEMSS for Language Learners: PD + Curriculum + Classroom Instruction +Family Engagement. Presentation at the California Association of Bilingual Education Annual Conference. Long Beach, CA.

Rillero, P. & Jimenez-Silva, M. (April 2019). Modeling science content and language development through a problem-based learning experience. Presentation at the annual National Association of Research in Science Teaching International Conference. Baltimore, MD.

Merritt, J., Jimenez Hernandez, N., Jimenez-Silva, M., & Tsurusaki, B. (April 2019). Finding place: Journeys of women of color in academia. Paper presented at the American Educational Research Association Annual Conference, Toronto, Canada.

Jimenez-Silva, M., & Guerrero, K. (April 2019). Professional development for teachers of English learners/dual language learners: Modeling, practicing, &implementing what we preach. Paper presented at the American Educational Research Association Annual Conference, Toronto, Canada.

Guerrero, K., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (October 2019). STEMSS strategies and professional development to support academic language acquisition.  Paper presented at the International Conference of Education, Research, and Innovation Conference Proceedings. Seville, Spain.

Jimenez-Silva, M., Luevanos, R., (November 2019). Strategies for activism from the NCSS Instructional Community. Paper presentation at the Annual National Council for the Social Studies Conference.  Austin, Texas.

Coulter, C. & Jimenez-Silva, M. (January 2018). Culturally sustaining pedagogy through teacher scholars. Paper presented at the Hawaii International Conference on Education, Honolulu, HI.

Rillero, P., Chavez M*., Jimenez-Silva, M. (February 2018). Bears in a boat: Modeling science-content and language development through PBL for preservice elementary Teachers.  Presentation at the PBL 2018 International Conference, Santa Clara, CA.

Jimenez-Silva, M., & Davis, L., (March 2018). Paletas & Panaderia Centers: Culturally sustaining pedagogy in early childhood special education settings. Presentation at the National Association of Bilingual Education. Albuquerque, NM.

Hernandez, J., & Jimenez-Silva, M., (March 2018). Arguing Twice: Teaching kids to argue like scientists in two languages. Presentation at the National Association of Bilingual Education. Albuquerque, NM.

Jimenez-Silva, M.,  (March 2018). Engaging ELs and their families in meaningful ways. Keynote Address at the STEMSS Annual Conference. Long Beach, CA.

Jimenez-Silva, M. & Luevanos, R. (March 2018). Teaching down barriers for ELLs through problem/project based learning. Paper presented at the California Council for the Social Societies Annual Conference. San Diego, CA.

Jimenez-Silva, M., & Davis, L., (March 2018). Pan Dulce y Paletas: Culturally Sustaining Centers in Early Childhood Settings. Presentation at the California Association for Bilingual Education Annual Conference. Sacramento, CA.

Bempechat., J., Jimenez-Silva, M., Miranda, B., Baca, E., Roy, B., & Santa-Ramirez, S. (April 2018). Preparing teachers to engage with families around homework: Preliminary findings from a mixed-method investigation. Paper presented at the International Network of School, Family, and Community Partnerships Annual Conference. New York, NY.

King, C., Niesz, C., Fennimore, B. S., Hayes, C., Jimenez-Silva, M., & Sealey-Rzui, Y. (April 2018). Writing winning proposals: Division K pre-conference seminar. Presentation at the American Educational Research Association Annual Conference, New York, NY.

Fasching-Varner, K., Niesz, T……Jimenez-Silva, M…(April 2018). Division K proposals: Critical conversations with Division K section chairs toward increasing proposal success. Presentation at the American Educational Research Association Annual Conference, New York, NY.

Baca, E. & Jimenez-Silva, M. (April 2018). Policy as practice: Administrator perspectives on implementing dual-language and structured English-immersion programs. Paper presented at the American Educational Research Association Annual Conference, New York, NY.

Chavez-Thibault, M., Aparicio, S., Smith, A. & Jimenez-Silva, M. (April 2018). Coaching for change in higher education: Preparing educators to teach English Language Learners.  Paper presented at American Educational Research Annual Conference, New York, NY.

Jimenez-Silva, M. & Luevanos, R. (April 2018). Culturally sustaining pedagogy in action: Views from inside a secondary social studies teacher’s classroom. Paper presented at American Educational Research Annual Conference, New York, NY.

Guerrero, K., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (October 2018). Science, technology, engineering, math, social studies content for relational understanding and to integrate strategies in E-learning for English Learners (STEMSS CRUISE EL). International Conference of Education, Research, and Innovation, Seville, Spain.

Jimenez-Silva, M., Baca, E., Kelly, L., Mercado, M.**, & Hernandez, J. (November 2018). A conversation: Preparing equity-oriented teachers for emerging bilingual students. Presentation at the National Association for Multicultural Education Annual Conference, Memphis, TN. 

Jimenez-Silva, M. (November 2018). Reaching diverse learners:  Sharing resources from the instruction community. Presentation at the National Council for the Social Studies Annual Conference, Chicago, IL.

Jimenez-Silva, M., Coulter, C., Ortega, I., Lambson, D., Trifiro, A, & Markos, A. (January 2017). So you want to write a grant: Lessons learned about writing and implementing grants focused on preparing teachers of English learners. Paper presented at the Hawaii International Conference on Education, Honolulu, HI.

Kulinna, P. H., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (January 2017). Do we really need this class?: Former K-12 teachers transitioning to teaching as university faculty. Paper presented at the Hawaii International Conference on Education, Honolulu, HI.

Luu, G. V.**, & Jimenez-Silva, M. (January 2017). Delving deeper into depression: An examination of pre-service teachers’ understanding of depression, and the implications for policy recommendations. Paper presented at the Hawaii International Conference on Education, Honolulu, HI.

Esqueda, M. J.**, & Jimenez-Silva, M. (January 2017). “As long as you teach one minority group’s story, you’re good: Issues to consider when the goal is cultural empowerment. Paper presented at the Hawaii International Conference on Education, Honolulu, HI.

Roy, B.* & Jimenez-Silva, M. (January 2017). Exploring cultural identity and language with second and third generation Latino youth. Paper presented at the Hawaii International Conference on Education, Honolulu, HI.

Jimenez-Silva, M., Kulinna, P. H., Yu, H.*, Stylianou, M., & Lorenz, K. (January 2017). What are classroom teachers’ goals related to incorporating physical activity/movement and health behavior knowledge in the classroom: Does goal setting make a difference? Paper presented at the Hawaii International Conference on Education, Honolulu, HI.

Jimenez-Silva, M. (February 2017). Providing opportunities for equity and excellence for emergent bilingual through STEMSS. Presentation at the National Association of Bilingual Education, Dallas, TX.

Jimenez-Silva, M. (February 2017). Systematically preparing teachers to address issues of equity through equitable content instruction. Presentation at the National Association of Bilingual Education, Dallas, TX.

Rillero, P., Koerner, M., & Jimenez-Silva, M., Merritt, J., & Farr, W. (March 2017). Developing teacher competencies in transformed societies: Problem-based learning and promoting academic achievement with language learners. Paper presented at the 5^th International Problem-Based Learning Symposium, Singapore.

Jimenez-Silva, M. & Guerrero, K*. (March 2017). Got STEMSS? Lessons brought to you by Arizona’s Geographic Alliance.  Presentation at the California Council for the Social Studies Annual Conference, Sacramento, CA.

Jimenez-Silva, M. & Luevanos, R. (March 2017). More successful strategies for ELLs in social studies: An introduction to problem-based enhanced language learning (PBELL). Presentation at the California Council for the Social Studies Annual Conference, Sacramento, CA.

Jimenez-Silva, M. & Markos, A, (March 2017). Designing meaningful PD around key principles for ELL instruction. Presentation at the California Association for Bilingual Education Annual Conference, Anaheim, CA.

Oakes, W. P., Jimenez-Silva, M., Davis, L.***, & Harris, P. J. (April 2017). Applying DEC recommended practices: preservice teachers and families young CLD exceptional learners. Paper presented at the Council for Exceptional Children Convention and Expo. Boston, MA.

Jimenez-Silva, M., Coulter, C., Trifiro, A., Hernandez, J., & Markos, A. (April 2017). What About ELLs? A critical look at the alignment of grant goals among key stakeholders. Paper presented at the American Educational Research Annual Conference, San Antonio. TX.

Baca, E. C.*, Bernstein, K., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (April 2017). 15 years later: How restrictive language policies are interpreted by Arizona districts. Paper presented at the American Educational Research Annual Conference. San Antonio, TX.

Baca, E. C.*, Bernstein, K., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (April 2017). Before the fall: Representations of 1998–2002 “English-Only” laws on Arizona/California/Massachusetts department of education websites prior to California’s repeal vote. Paper presented at the American Educational Research Association Annual Conference, San Antonio, TX.

Silva, A., Flores, T.*, & Jimenez-Silva, M. (April 2017). Examining our own language stories and their impact as scholars in bilingual education. Paper presented at the American Educational Research Annual Conference.  San Antonio, TX.

Merritt, J., Rillero, P., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (April 2017). Problem-based enhanced language learning (PBELL): Preparing preservice teachers to work with language learners. In Using NGSS to Inform and Provide Equitable Instruction, Learning, and Assessments to Diverse Students. Structured poster session presented at the 2017 Annual AERA Meeting Annual Conference. San Antonio, Texas.

Bempechat, J., & Jimenez-Silva, M., Li, J., Holloway, S. D. (April 2017). Classes where “kids learn/don’t learn a lot:” A study of Mexican American adolescents’ voices. Paper presented at the American Educational Research Annual Conference. San Antonio, TX.

Aparicio, S. & Jimenez-Silva, M. (May 2017). Making lemonade: Learning through problem-based enhanced language learning (PBELL).  Teachers of Language Learners Learning Community (TL3C) Annual Conference.  Mesa, AZ.

Aparicio, S.,* & Jimenez-Silva, M. (May 2017). Making lemonade: Learning through Problem-Based Enhanced Language Learning (PBELL). Presentation at the Teachers of Language Learners Learning Learner Community (TL3C) Annual Conference. Mesa, AZ.

Sarah, S. M,* Lorenzo, G. F.*** & Jimenez-Silva, M. (May 2017). Meeting the needs of special education and culturally diverse students.  Presentation at the Teachers of Language Learners Learning Learner Community (TL3C) Annual Conference. Mesa, AZ.

Jimenez-Silva, M. & Jimenez-Hernandez, N. (June 2017). The critical role of mentoring faculty from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Presentation at the Arizona Women in Higher Education Annual Conference. Flagstaff, AZ.

Jimenez-Silva, M., Luevanos, R.***, & Taylor, D.*** (August 2017). Rewriting history for sounder, safer structures: Problem-Based Enhanced Language Learning (PBELL) in action.  Presentation proposal accepted for the National Council for Geographic Education Annual Conference. Albuquerque, NM.

Luevanos, R.***, Taylor, D.***, & Jimenez-Silva, M. (August 2017). From droughts to floods: Using historical geography for urban planning. Presentation proposal accepted for the National Council for Geographic Education Annual Conference. Albuquerque, NM.

Chavez-Thibault, M., Scott, L, King, A., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (November 2017). From problem- based learning to problem based enhanced language learning. Presentation at the National Council for Social Studies. San Francisco, CA. 

Jimenez-Silva, M. & Luevanos, R. (November 2017). What’s the Problem? PBL & language in middle school social studies.  National Council for Social Studies (San Francisco, CA). 

Jimenez-Silva, M., Vickery, A., Luevanos, R. & Ramirez, P. (November 2017). NCSS Instruction Community’s strategies for cultivating empathy through instruction.  National Council for Social Studies (San Francisco, CA).  Note:  Chavez-Thibault, M. & Farr, W.J. stood in for Ramirez.

Clark, B., Simmons, V., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (November 2017). Using on-demand modules to train preservice teachers in culturally relevant pedagogy. Presentation accepted for the National Association for Multicultural Education. Salt Lake City, UT.

Jimenez-Silva, M., Thibault, M., Farr, W. (November 2017). Examining problem-based enhanced language learning through the C3’s four dimensions. Paper proposal accepted for the College and University Faculty Association Annual Conference. San Francisco, CA.

Jimenez-Silva, M., & Luevanos, R.*** (November 2017). What’s the problem? PBL+ Language in middle school social studies. Presentation accepted for the National Council for the Social Studies Annual Conference. San Francisco, CA.

Jimenez-Silva, M. (November 2017). NCSS Instruction Community’s strategies for cultivating empathy through instruction. Presentation accepted for the National Council for the Social Studies Annual Conference. San Francisco, CA.

Guerrero, K., Lambson, D., Jimenez Hernandez, N., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (December 2017). The promise and future of public education for Arizona’s English learners. Annual Arizona Educational Research Organization. Phoenix, AZ.  

Jimenez-Silva, M., Hernandez, J., & Thibault, M.* (January 2016). Preparing for a cultural shift: Integrating STEM, literacy, and language to prepare all teachers to teach English language learners. Paper presented at the Hawaii International Conference on Education, Honolulu, HI. 

Jimenez-Silva, M., & Lambson, D. (January 2016). Still standing: Documentingmthe history of the Bilingual/ESL teacher preparation program at Arizona State University. Paper presented at the Hawaii International Conference on Education, Honolulu, HI.

Thibault, M.*, Hernandez, J., Jimenez-Silva, M., & Merritt, J. (January 2016). Mapping the intersections between language and content needs for ELLs: Using teacher preparation standards as the roadmap. Paper presented at the Hawaii International Conference on Education, Honolulu, HI.

Chavez-Thibault, M*. & Jimenez-Silva, M. (January 2016). Addressing language learners’ needs in STEM methods courses: A systematic review of standards and syllabi.  Paper presented at the Hawaii International Conference on Education, Honolulu, HI.

Rillero, P., Merritt, J. & Jimenez-Silva, M.  (January 2016). Developing teacher competencies in transformed societies: Problem-based learning and promoting academic achievement with language learners. Paper presented at the Hawaii International Conference on Education, Honolulu, HI.

Jimenez-Silva, M., Oakes, W. P., Davis, L.**, & Casas, J.** (January 2016). The Role of Intercultural Competence In Preparing Early Childhood Special Education Scholars. Paper presented at the International Conference on The Development and Assessment of Intercultural Competence, Tucson, AZ.

Garvy, M., Jimenez-Silva, M., Ladas, C., & Reyes, N. (March 2016). Teachers of Language Learners Learning Community (TL³C): Ten fidelity assurances of dual language immersion programs. Presentation at the California Association of Bilingual Education, San Francisco, CA.

Garvy, M., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (March 2016). Language Acquisition through STEM investigations: TL3C Summer PD institute review. Presentation at the California Association of Bilingual Education, San Francisco, CA.

Kelly*, L. B., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (April 2016). Supporting heritage Spanish through an out of school STEAM club. Paper presented at the American Educational Research Association, Washington, D.C.

Hernandez, J., Jimenez-Silva, M., Merritt, J., Thibault, M.,* Farr, W., & Robles*, R. (April 2016). Addressing language learners’ needs in STEM methods courses: A systematic review of standards and syllabi. Paper presented at the American Educational Research Association, Washington, D.C.

Jimenez-Silva, M., Archibeque*, R., & Gomez*, L. (Apri 2016). Preparing teachers to work in border communities. Paper presented at the American Educational Research Association, Washington, D.C.

Rillero, P., Koerner, M., & Jimenez-Silva, M., & Merritt, J. (June 2016). Developing teacher competencies in transformed societies: Problem-based learning and promoting academic achievement with language learners. Paper presented at the annual meeting of Problem-Based Learning Conference, Zurich, Switzerland.

Jimenez-Silva, M., & Luevanos, R.*** (July 2016). Geography as a window for meeting the needs of culturally and linguistically diverse and exceptional Students. Presentation at the National Council for Geographic Education, Tampa, FL.

Jimenez-Silva, M., & Guerrero*, K. (July 2016). Lessons and more lessons showcasing strategies for addressing the needs of English learners: STEMSS Institute 2016. Presentation at the National Council for Geographic Education, Tampa, FL.

Oakes, W. P., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (August 2016). Working with families using a community of wealth approach. Presentation at the Office of Special Education Programs Professional Development Conference. Washington, D.C.

Jimenez-Silva, M., & Luevanos, R.*** (September 2016). Engaging all learners using pictures and poetry in motion. Presentation at the Arizona English Teachers Association Annual Conference, Phoenix, AZ. 

Flores*, T., Roy*, B., Jimenez-Silva, M., & Silva, A. (September 2016). Teaching for our lives: Creating inclusive spaces for English learners and their families in schools and universities. Presentation at the Arizona English Teachers Association Annual Conference, Phoenix, AZ. 

Jimenez-Silva, M., & Ekiss, G. (October 2016). STEMSS 2016: Integrating content and language learning. Presentation at the Arizona Teachers of Speakers of Other Languages (AZLA) State Conference, Phoenix, AZ.

Jimenez-Silva, M., Ladas, C., Avila, C.***, & Sajn, F.*** (October 2016). TL3C 2016 Summer Institute: Creating and sharing materials in Spanish. Presentation at the Arizona Teachers of Speakers of Other Languages (AZLA) State Conference, Phoenix, AZ.

Jimenez-Silva, M., Hillis, S.***, Medina, K.***, Swaziek, M. A.v, & Markos, A. (October 2016). TL3C teacher-created materials for addressing literacy in content Areas. Presentation at the Arizona Teachers of Speakers of Other Languages (AZTESOL) State Conference, Yuma, AZ.

Robles, R.*, & Jimenez-Silva, M. (October 2016). A systematic literature review about evidence-based math practices for K-12 English learners. Paper presentation at the School Science and Mathematics Association Annual Conference, Phoenix, AZ.

Jimenez-Silva, M., & Hernandez, J. (October 2016). An introduction to lessons using problem-based enhanced language learning (PBELL). Paper presentation at the School Science and Mathematics Association Annual Conference, Phoenix, AZ.

Saltmarsh, S., Merritt, J., Kelley, M., Rillero. P., Jimenez-Silva, M., & Hernandez, J.  (October 2016). Building on a classic. School Science and Math Association Conference, Phoenix, AZ. 

Jimenez-Silva, M., Guerrero, K.*, & Ekiss, G. (October 2016). Integrating social studies into STEM lessons: A focus on English learners. Paper presentation at the School Science and Mathematics Association Annual Conference, Phoenix, AZ.

Jimenez-Silva, M. (October 2016). Mesa community college’s teacher of language learners Learning community (TL3C): Recruiting and supporting teachers of ELLs.  Presentation at Arizona Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents, Chandler, AZ.

Jimenez-Silva, M. & Ekiss, G. (November 2016). Tools of the trade: Addressing the needs of diverse learners. Presentation at the Arizona Science Teachers Association, Phoenix, AZ.

Jimenez-Silva, M., Hernandez, J., Chavez-Thibault, M., & Farr, W. J. (November 2016). iTeach ELLs: Systematically preparing teachers to address issues of equity for all though equitable content instruction. Paper presented at the National Association of Multicultural Education Annual Conference, Cleveland, OH. 

Jimenez-Silva, M., Beck, M. F.**, Orozco, A.**, & Mercado, M.** (November 2016). Equity for all in teacher preparation: Using a multicultural lens in preparing future teachers in a community college. Presented at the National Association of Multicultural Education Annual Conference, Cleveland, OH. 

Jimenez-Silva, M., Hernandez, J., Thibault, M., & Farr, W. (December 2016). Preparing teachers to meet the needs of English language learners: A review of standards and social studies methods courses’ syllabi. Paper presented at the College and University Faculty Association Annual Conference. Washington, D.C.

Jimenez-Silva, M., & Guerrero, K*. (December 2016). Stem + Social Studies = Stemss: Lasting effects of professional development opportunities for teachers of English learners. Paper presented at the College and University Faculty Association Annual Conference. Washington, D.C. .

Jimenez-Silva, M., & Guerrero, K*. (December 2016). STEMSS lessons brought to you by the Arizona geographic alliance. Paper presented at the National Council for the Social Studies Annual Conference. Washington, D.C.

Jimenez-Silva, M. (December 2016). Using inquiry strategies effectively: Gems from the instruction community. Presentation at the National Council for the Social Studies Annual Conference. Washington, D.C.

Jimenez-Silva, M., Reyes, N., Trifiro, A., Lambson, D., Coulter, C., & Ortega, I. (January 2015).  OELA/NPD grantees’ issues of requirements, recruitment, retention, results, and reality when implementing professional development grants. Paper presented at the Hawaii International Conference on Education, Honolulu, HI.

Harris, P., Oakes, W., Hanson, C., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (January 2015). Imagine possibilities for early childhood teacher preparation. Presentation at CREATE Early Childhood Conference, Tucson, AZ.

Gomez, L*., Reyes, E**., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (March 2015). Where are Arizona’s dual language immersion programs? Exploring issues of equity and accessibility. Paper presented at the National Association of Bilingual Education, Las Vegas, NV.

Jimenez-Silva, M., Reyes, N., Trifiro, A., Lambson, D., & Daoud, A. (March 2015). Teacher professional development: NPD grantees’ leading innovations and best practices for instruction of ELs. Paper presented at the National Association of Bilingual Education, Las Vegas, NV.

Jimenez-Silva, M., Garvy, M., & Gomez, L.* (April 2015). Supporting teachers of English learners through meaningful professional development: Teachers of language learners learning community (TL3C).  Paper presented at American Education Research Association. Chicago, IL. 

Jimenez-Silva, M., Cheatham, G., & Gomez, L.* (April 2015). Views from inside a pediatric clinic: How Arizona’s political climate has impacted Arizona’s youngest Latinos.  Paper presented at American Education Research Association. Chicago, IL.

Jimenez-Silva, M. (August 2015). Teaching geography to English learners: Examining the evidence of what works. Presentation at the National Council Geographic Education. Washington, D.C.

Kelly, L*., López, V.A.***, Wann, J., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (November 2015). A community cultural wealth approach to an extracurricular STEM club for Mexican-American students. Presentation at the National Association for Multicultural Education. New Orleans, LA.

Jimenez-Silva, M., Archibeque, R*., & Kelly, L*. (October 2015). The making of multicultural ambassadors: TL3C’s impact on future teachers at a community college. Presentation at the National Association for Multicultural Education. New Orleans, LA.

Jimenez-Silva, M., Oakes, W. P., Casas, J**., Davis, L**., & Perkins, H.*** (October 2015). Valuing diversity in early childhood special education. A paper presented at the Arizona Teachers of Speakers of Other Languages (AZTESOL) and Teachers of Language Learners Learning Community (TL³C) State Conference, Mesa, AZ.

Archibeque, R*., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (October 2015). TL3C: Shaping future teachers as cultural ambassador. The Arizona Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages & TL3C State Conference. Mesa, AZ.

Oakes, W. P., Jimenez-Silva, M., Nunez, V*., Casas, J*., Perkins, H.* ****, Leonard, A.* (October 2015). Engaging in conversations with parents about young children’s behavior: Experiences of new teachers. A paper presented at Teacher Educators for Children with Behavioral Disorders 39th Annual Conference on Severe Behavior Disorders of Children and Youth, Tempe, AZ.

Jimenez-Silva, M. (September 2015).  Problem-based enhanced language learning in social studies: Beginning the conversation. Paper presented at the Annual National Conference on Social Studies, New Orleans, LA. 

Jimenez-Silva, M., Reyes, N., & Guerrero, K. (January 2014). Preparing teachers for multicultural classrooms: OELA/NPD Grantees. Paper presented at Hawaii International Conference on Education. Honolulu, HI.

Jimenez-Silva, M., & Guerrero, K. (January 2014). TL3C as an innovative approach to STEM education and supporting teachers in 21st century classrooms. Paper presented at Hawaii International Conference on Education.  Honolulu, HI.

Jimenez-Silva, M. (February 2014). Teacher preparation for successful early childhood dual-language programs. Paper presented at the National Association of Bilingual Education. San Diego, CA.

Jimenez-Silva, M., Reyes, N., Guerrero, K., & Gomez, L*. (February 2014). Teachers in Arizona’s dual-language programs: Building a community of support. Paper presented at the National Association of Bilingual Education. San Diego, CA.

Ramirez, P., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (February 2014). The potential of culturally responsive teaching in Arizona secondary schools. Paper presented at the National Association of Bilingual Education. San Diego, CA.

Ramirez, P., Jimenez-Silva, M., & Boozer, A. (March 2014). Culturally responsive teaching in teacher education. Presentation at the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education. Indianapolis, IN.

Jimenez-Silva, M., & Luevanos, R.  (March 2014). Strategies to support ELLs and LTELs in the common core classroom.  Presentation at the California Council for the Social Studies. Los Angeles, CA.

Luevanos, R., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (March 2014). Pictures and poetry in motion: Using diverse perspectives to teach CCSS to all. Presentation at the California Council for the Social Studies. Los Angeles, CA.

Ramirez, P., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (March 2014). Culturally responsive teaching in social studies’ELL classrooms. Presentation at the California Council for the Social Studies. Los Angeles, CA.

Jimenez-Silva, M. (Apri 2014). Examining Arizona’s policy response post Flores v. Arizona in educating K-12 English language learners. Paper presented at American Education Research Association. Philadelphia, PA. 

Gomez, L*., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (April 2014). Dual language, equitable education, and social justice: Arizona’s educational context. Paper presented at American Education Research Association. Philadelphia, PA. 

Pollnow, S*., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (April 2014). Train the trainer version 2.0: Following an innovative professional development model implemented through a school improvement grant. Paper presented at American Education Research Association. Philadelphia, PA. 

Tovar, A., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (April 2014). Action plans to enhance school and community partnerships for ELLs: Addressing issues of social justice. Paper presented at American Education Research Association. Philadelphia, PA. 

Oakes, W. P. & Jimenez-Silva, M. (July 2014). Early childhood special education scholars program: Lessons learned from year one of implementation.  Presentation at the Office of Special Education Programs Professional Development Conference. Washington, D.C.

Jimenez-Silva, M., Ekiss, G. O., & Guerrero, K. (August 2014). Integrating geography through STEM lessons: The STEMSS Institute. Presentation at the National Council for Geographic Education.  Memphis, TN. 

Jimenez-Silva, M. (September 2014). ASU Teachers College: Connecting theory to practice – PLCS in the BLE/ESL program. Presentation at the ASU EdCon14 Conference. Phoenix, AZ.

Ekiss, G. O., Jimenez-Silva, M., & Guerrero, K. (September 2014). Adding “SS” to STEM & making it ELL friendly.  Presentation at the Arizona Language Association & Teachers of Language Learners Learning Community Annual Conference. Mesa, AZ.

Ramirez, P., Jimenez-Silva, M., Boozer, A., & Clark, B. (November 2014). Culturally responsive teaching in secondary teacher education. Presentation at the National Association of Multicultural Education. Tucson, AZ.

Trifiro, A., Jimenez-Silva, M., Reyes, N., & Lambson, D. (November 2014). Dismantling fronteras through reframing and refining teachers’ perspectives and practices.  Presentation at the National Association of Multicultural Education. Tucson, AZ.

Jimenez-Silva, M. (November 2014). STEM plus social studies for ELLs (STEMSS). Paper presented at the College and University Faculty Association. Boston, MA.

Jimenez-Silva, M. (November 2014). Social studies for a more just society. Paper presented at the College and University Faculty Association. Boston, MA.

Luevanos, R., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (November 2014). Using cognates to access the C3 framework for English learners. Paper presented at the National Council for the Social Studies. Boston, MA.

Jimenez-Silva, M., Luevanos, R., & Petri, S. (November 2014). Innovative strategies that get to the core of learning. Presentation at the National Council for the Social Studies. Boston, MA.

Jimenez-Silva, M., Jimenez-Castellanos, O., Blanchard, J., & Atwill, K. (April 2013). Effects of Arizona’s English-only law on learning to read: A longitudinal study of Spanish-speaking children. Paper presented at American Education Research Association. San Francisco. CA.

Jimenez-Silva, M., & Gómez, C. (April 2013). The historical legitimacy of an educational program: The Tucson Unified School District’s Mexican American Studies program. Paper presented at American Education Research Association. San Francisco. CA.

Jimenez-Silva, M., Reyes, N., & Guerrero, K.  (April 2013). Creating pathways for Bilingual/ESL endorsed pre-service teachers in Arizona’s English-only political context. Paper presented at American Education Research Association. San Francisco. CA.

Jimenez-Silva, M. (April 2013). Quien somos? Examinations of the academic identities of Latinos in the United States. Discussant for paper sessions presented at American Education Research Association. San Francisco, CA.

Jimenez-Silva, M. (August 2013). Strategies for developing English language learners’ geography vocabulary. Paper presented at National Council for Geographic Education. Denver, CO.

Jimenez-Silva, M., Reyes, N., & Guerrero, K. (November 2013). TL³C: Providing meaningful STEM PD opportunities for Arizona’s dual-language teachers. Paper presented at La Cosecha Conference, Albuquerque, NM.

Jimenez-Silva, M. (November 2013). Strategies for developing English language learners’ geography vocabulary. Paper presented at National Council for Geographic Education. Denver, CO.

Luevanos, R., Jimenez-Silva, M., & Ramirez, P. (November 2013). Pictures and poetry in motion. Presentation at the National Council for the Social Studies. St. Louis, MO.

Rothblatt, J., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (November 2013). Social studies strategies that get to the core of learning. Presentation at the National Council for the Social Studies. St. Louis, MO.

Jimenez-Silva, M. (March 2012). Arizona principals and the implementation of structured English immersion (SEI). Paper presented at American Association for Applied Linguistics. Boston, MA.

Jimenez-Silva, M., & Nguyen, T. R*. (April 2012). Professional development reflected in English language learner (ELL) classrooms: Final report. Paper presented at American Education Research Association. Vancouver, B.C.

Jimenez-Silva, M., & Olson, K. (April 2012). Professional development reflected in English language learner (ELL) classrooms, Final Report.  Paper presented at American Education Research Association. Vancouver, B.C.

Jimenez-Silva, M. (October 2012). Exploring the impact of education and immigration policies on the experiences of Arizona’s youngest Latino learners. Presentation at the Students for Immigration Education Reform Inaugural Conference. New York, NY.

Jimenez-Silva, M. (October 2012). Exploring the intersection of culturally relevant pedagogy and the teaching of geography in middle school classrooms. Presentation at the National Council for Geographic Education.  San Marcos, TX.

Jimenez-Silva, M., Reyes, N., Guerrero, K., Alsen, B*., & Garvey, M. (October 2012). Teachers of language learners learning community (TL3C) project. Presentation at the Crossing Learning Borders Conference with the Comparative & International Education Society (CIES). Tempe, AZ.

Lambson, D. & Jimenez-Silva, M. (October 2012). Strategies for English language learners. Presentation at the AdvancED ASU NCA Fall Conference.  Mesa, AZ.

Jimenez-Silva, M. & Luevanos, R. (November 2012). Meeting the needs of diverse learners through graphic novels. Paper presented at the National Council for the Social Studies. Seattle, WA.

Jimenez-Silva, M. & Ramirez, P. (November 2012). Using Springsteen’s music to discuss immigration issues. Presentation at the National Council for the Social Studies. Seattle, WA.

Jimenez-Silva, M., & Luevanos, R. (March 2011). Using culturally relevant pedagogy to reach at risk students. Presentation at California Council for the Social Studies. Sacramento, CA.

Jimenez-Silva, M., & Nguyen, T. R.* (April 2011). Professional development reflected in English language learner (ELL) classrooms. Paper presented at American Education Research Association. New Orleans, LA.

Jimenez-Silva, M. (April 2011). Conceptualizing effective partnerships between schools and linguistically diverse families of young children. Chair for paper session presented at American Education Research Association. New Orleans, LA.

Jimenez-Silva, M. (April 2011). First-grade teachers’ reflections regarding Latino parent involvement. Paper presented at American Education Research Association. New Orleans, LA.

Jimenez-Silva, M. (April 2011). Critical examination of social justice in teacher education. Chair for paper session presented at American Education Research Association. New Orleans, LA.

Jimenez-Silva, M. (April 2011). “Preschool is for White Kids”: Latino parents’ perceptions of the role of preschool. Paper presented at American Education Research Association. New Orleans, LA.

Jimenez-Silva, M., & Luevanos, R.*** (August 2011). Using cognates to help ELLs access geography content. Presentation at the National Council for Geographic Education. Portland, OR.

Jimenez-Silva, M. (November 2011). Learning and leading: Collaborating with colleagues to prepare social studies teachers to go beyond “just good teaching.” Paper presented at the College and University Faculty Assembly. Washington, D.C.

Jimenez-Silva, M. (November 2011). Using the grid of nine to support diverse student needs. Paper presented at the Paper presented at National Council for the Social Studies. Washington, D.C.

Jimenez-Silva, M. (November 2011). Going beyond “just good teaching” for ELLs: Some classroom examples. Paper presented at the Paper presented at National Council for the Social Studies. Washington, D.C.

Jimenez-Silva, M. (January 2010). Advice for the next generation of Latino parents. Paper presented at the Association for Mexican-American Educators. Hollywood, CA.

Jimenez-Silva, M. (February 2010). What makes a good story: Exploring cultural differences in storytelling. Paper presented at the Pacific Southwest District – Lutheran Church Missouri Synod Early Childhood Spring Conference. Chandler, AZ.

Jimenez-Silva, M. (May 2010). Shaping my life as a teacher educator through retelling and reliving experiences with past ESL students: Tension one. Paper presented at American Education Research Association. Denver, CO.

Jimenez-Silva, M., Olson, K., & Jimenez-Hernandez, N. (May 2010). The confidence to teach other people’s children:  Increasing preservice teachers’ efficacy. Paper presented at American Education Research Association. Denver, CO.

Jimenez-Silva, M. (May 2010). Narrative inquiry across time and place. Chair for paper session presented at American Education Research Association. Denver, CO.

Cheatham, G. A., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (June 2010). Strategies to facilitate communication and collaboration between educators and families. Presentation at the Inter Tribal Council of Arizona, Circle of Sharing and Caring Training Conference. Fort McDowell, AZ.

Jimenez-Silva, M., & Cheatham, G. A. (June 2010). Exploring the definition and implementation of culturally relevant pedagogy. Presentation at the Inter Tribal Council of Arizona, Circle of Sharing and Caring Training Conference. Fort McDowell, AZ.

Jimenez-Silva, M., Hinde, E., & Guerrero, K. (September 2010). English learners & geography: The need for collaboration.  Presentation at the National Council of Geography Education. Savannah, GA.

Guerrero, K., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (September 2010). Hands-on mapping for the ELL early learner. Presentation at the National Council of Geography Education. Savannah, GA.

Jimenez-Silva, M. (October 2010). Effective strategies for English language learners.  Presentation at the AdvancED ASU NCA Fall Conference.  Mesa, AZ.

Jimenez-Silva, M. (November 2010). Challenges of and strategies for implementing culturally relevant pedagogy in middle school U.S. and World History classrooms. Paper presented at the College and University Faculty Assembly. Denver, CO.

Jimenez-Silva, M. (November 2010). Using big books to develop history skills, content, and literacy. Paper presented at National Council for the Social Studies. Denver, CO.

Jimenez-Silva, M., & Luevanos, R.*** (April 2009). Culturally relevant pedagogy in action: Examples from an alternative high school. Paper presented at American Education Research Association. San Diego, CA.

Jimenez-Silva, M. (April 2009). Who teaches DOES matter: Experiences in collaborative teaching. Paper presented at American Education Research Association. San Diego, CA.

Hernandez, N., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (April 2009). Understanding Latino parents’ beliefs about school readiness. Roundtable discussion at American Education Research Association. San Diego, CA.

Jimenez-Silva, M., & Cheatham. G. A. (June 2009). What is a good story? Cultural differences in storytelling and implications for narratives when working with young children. Presentation at the Inter Tribal Council of Arizona, Circle of Sharing and Caring Training Conference. Tucson, AZ.

Jimenez-Silva, M., & Cheatham. G. A. (June 2009). Believing that all children can succeed: What the research says regarding the role of expectations and what they look like. Presentation at the Inter Tribal Council of Arizona, Circle of Sharing and Caring Training Conference. Tucson, AZ.

Jimenez-Silva, M. (September 2009). My kids can’t do geography: Dispelling myths about working with ELLs.  Presentation at the National Council for Geographic Education. San Juan, Puerto Rico.

Jimenez-Silva, M. (September 2009). Using geography to teach English to our youngest learners.  Presentation at the National Council for Geographic Education. San Juan, Puerto Rico.

Hinde, E., Jimenez-Silva, M., & Cruz, B. (September 2009). Issues and methods in teaching English language learners. Panel discussion at the National Council for Geographic Education. San Juan, Puerto Rico.

Jimenez-Silva, M., & Luevanos, R.*** (November 2009). Culturally relevant pedagogy: strategies that work in U.S. and world history classrooms. Paper presented at College and University Faculty Assembly. Atlanta, GA.

Jimenez-Silva, M. (November 2009). Resources for teaching the electoral process to English language learners. Paper presented at National Council for the Social Studies.   Atlanta, GA.

Jimenez-Silva, M. (November 2009). Addressing the needs of ELL students through social studies content. Paper presented at National Council for the Social Studies. Atlanta, GA.

Jimenez-Silva, M., & Luevanos, R.*** (November 2009). Best practices in using geography to teach English language learners. Paper presented at National Council for the Social Studies. Atlanta, GA.

Jimenez-Silva, M., & Olson, K. (February 2008). “I can do it!”: Preservice teachers’ confidence levels in working with English learners.  Paper presented at National Association for Bilingual Education. Tampa, FL.

Jimenez-Silva, M. (February 2008). Educating Arizona’s ELLs: Disturbing truths uncovered. Paper presented at National Association for Bilingual Education. Tampa, FL.

Jimenez-Silva, M., & Olson, K. (April 2008). The campfire effect: A preliminary analysis of preservice teachers’ beliefs of learners after state-mandated endorsement courses. Paper presented at American Education Research Association. New York, NY.

Cheatham, G. A., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (April 2008). Young English learners: What children bring to assessment and the assessment process. Paper presented at the Early Learning Institute at the Arizona Department of Education. Phoenix, AZ.

Jimenez-Silva, M., & Hinde, L. (June 2008). GeoLiteracy for kindergartners.  Paper presented at Early Learning Institute at the Arizona Department of Education. Phoenix, AZ.

Jimenez-Silva, M., & Jimenez Hernandez, N. (June 2008). Culturally relevant pedagogy in early childhood education. Paper presented at InterTribal Council of Arizona, Circle of Caring & Sharing Training Conference. Prescott, AZ.

Jimenez-Silva, M., & Cheatham, G. (June 2008). Intersection of special education and English language acquisition: Adaptations for individual learners. Paper presented at InterTribal Council of Arizona, Indian Child & Family Conference. Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation, AZ.

Jimenez-Silva, M., & Luevanos, R.*** (November 2008). Developing critical literacy skills within an alternative high school classroom. Paper presented at the National Council for the Social Studies. Houston, TX.

Jimenez-Silva, M., & Luevanos, R.*** (November 2007). Building background in social studies: A look inside a classroom at an alternative high school. Paper presented at the College and University Faculty Assembly. San Diego, CA.

Jimenez-Silva, M., & Messner, K. (November 2007). Practicing what we preach: Collaborative teaching within a teacher education program. Paper presented at the College and University Faculty Assembly. San Diego, CA.

Ekiss, G., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (November 2007). Crossing the language border: Meeting the needs of diverse learners. Paper presented at the National Council for the Social Studies. San Diego, CA.

Jimenez-Silva, M., & Messner, K. (November 2007). Learning from Esperanza: Using literature to discuss migrant issues. Paper presented at the National Council for the Social Studies. San Diego, CA.

Jimenez-Silva, M. (June 2007). Helping children appreciate differences: Issues of diversity in early childhood education. Presented at the Early Learning Institute at the Arizona Department of Education. Phoenix, AZ.

Ekiss, G., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (October 2006). Including diverse learners in social studies classrooms: Geography for ELLs. Presented at the American Council for the Social Studies Annual Conference. Glendale, AZ.

Ekiss, G., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (October 2006). Diverse Learners in social studies classrooms:  Geography for ELLs.  Presented at GeoDay 2006 sponsored by the Arizona Geographic Alliance. Glendale, AZ.

Osborn Popp, S. E., Hinde, E.R., & Jimenez-Silva, M. (October 2005). The Arizona K-8 Geoliteracy Program: Findings and future directions. Symposium presented at the Annual Conference of the Arizona Educational Research Organization. Phoenix, AZ. 

Jimenez-Silva, M. (October 2005). Instructing English language learners in the context of political change: A qualitative study of teachers’ beliefs about effective teaching strategies. Poster presented at the 10^th Annual Faculty Research Poster Session at Arizona State University, West Campus.

Haynes, H., Jimenez Hernandez, N., Jimenez-Silva, M., & Kim, J. (February 2003). Addressing issues of diversity inside the classroom. Paper presented at Harvard Graduate School of Education Alumni of Color Conference. Cambridge, MA.

Jimenez-Silva, M., & Jimenez, N. (April 2001). Instructing language minority students in the context of political change: A qualitative study of teachers’ beliefs about effective teaching strategies. Roundtable discussion presented at American Educational Research Association. Seattle, WA.

Jimenez-Silva, M. (April 2001). Writing strategies in bilingual classrooms. Poster presented at American Educational Research Association. San Francisco, CA.