ELL
Here are a variety of resources to help you learn
how to design instruction for English Language Learners.
Definitions of common terms:
- L1=primary language
- L2=second language
- ELL=English language learner
- ELD=English language development
- ESL=English as a second language
WestEd
Making Connections: Academic Language and Mathematics for English Learners
This is the 73 page pdf document that I showed you in class. Download it and refer to it on your computer.
English-Language Development Standards for California Public Schools, Kindergarten Through Grade Twelve
Scroll down to the bottom of the page to find this pdf document. It will be helpful for you when developing lesson plans for ELL students.
Planning
Instruction for English Language Development: A Knowledge Base and
Teaching Strategies
This is a PowerPoint presentation on ELL strategies.
Brain Gym Exercises
This short article gives several brain research-based strategies that will definitely help ELL students.
Theory
and Practice
A collection of helpful articles.
ESL
Resources
About half-way down the page is a section for teaching math.
Resources
for Mainstream Teachers of English Language Learners
More excellent resources!
Reforming
Mathematics Instruction for ESL Literacy Students
Keith Buchanan and Mary Helman
The
12 Cs for School Success: WHAT IS COMMUNICATIVE COMPETENCE?
No matter what subjects you teach communicative competence is most
importance.
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