5 Strategies for English Language Learners (Vocabulary)
In this article, the 4th installment of a 6-part series, we will take a look at five strategies that focus on vocabulary. So far, we’ve looked at lesson preparation, activating…
5 Strategies for English Language Learners (Lesson Delivery)
Teacher ModelingStrategy Overview-This strategy is all about providing the student with a model of behavior, process, and outcome. The teacher models an activity so that the student is able to…
5 Strategies for English Language Learners (Background Knowledge)
Using RealiaStrategy Overview-The word “realia” refers to a “real” object. This can include an object such as a basketball, artifacts such as an old telescope from the early 1900s, primary…
5 Strategies for English Language Learners (Lesson Preparation)
Thinking Maps Strategy Overview- This strategy is mainly used for organizing information. Examples of thinking maps include the circle map, bubble maps, double-bubble maps, tree maps, brace maps, and many…
Five Educational Lessons Life Has Taught Me
Prior Knowledge is Important Something that continues to confuse and/or amaze teachers of Language Learners is how one student can excel in a seemingly short amount of time while another…
FAQ- Bilingual and ESL Questions- Part 2
What if I would like to refer an ELL student for special services? An ELL student who is suspected of being disabled and in need of special services may be…
FAQ- Bilingual and ESL Questions- Part 1
New Jersey Version- Part 1 What happens when a parent doesn’t want services for their child? According to the parental consent amendment to the N.J. Bilingual Education Law, parents of…
Types of Bilingual and ESL Programs in the U.S.
Bilingual and ESL Programs in the United States?For those who don’t work in the field of English Language Learner Education, the terms “bilingual” and “ESL” can seem confusing. Many believe…