Christmas (Chris) Carroll, M.A.
French Instructor & Workshop Facilitator
Chris Carroll brings an innovative communicative approach to language education, drawing on interactive student-run routines. Former Department Coordinator at North Andover High School, she implemented student-centered learning strategies, authored proficiency units in multiple languages with an emphasis on social justice, and adopted research-based language teaching methodologies within her own classroom. She pioneered a 15 year exchange program that inspired life-long global citizenship for hundreds of students.
Chris was a teacher mentor and trainer. Her dedication is further evidenced by her leadership in spearheading initiatives such as the ACTFL proficiency revision and integrating the Seal of Biliteracy into the curriculum, which emphasizes real-world language skills for students. Chris's involvement in the Massachusetts DESE Curriculum Frameworks adoption committee showcases her commitment to improving educational standards on a broader scale. Additionally, as a respected teacher of French and workshop facilitator at Idioma, Chris's dynamic teaching style and her ability to incorporate cultural competencies into her lessons make her a pivotal figure in the field of language education.
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