Empowering ELL Families

11173Please read the following article and share any ah-ha's. Empowering ELL Families https://www.ascd.org/blogs/five-ways-to-empower-and-engage-parents-of-ell-students additional resource https://www.edutopia.org/article/6-tips-engaging-families-english-language-learners/ Your 200-word essay is supported with at least two cited references. While APA style is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected. All documentation of your findings with...

elp standards in the classroom- how to plan, use and explain them to an ell parent?

11172First, If content area standards are provided for every grade level, why are English language proficiency standards necessary? Next, How do you plan to use ELP standards as a teacher? Finally, How would you explain what they are and why you use them to an...

Understanding and applying language acquisition theories to support your teaching.

11169First, How will your knowledge of language acquisition theories enable you to support the ELLs in your classroom? Next, Provide 3 specific examples of how you will apply language acquisition theories to your teaching. http://www.progressiveteacher.in/importance-of-language-acquisition-and-the-functions-of-brain-in-education/ https://www.colorincolorado.org/article/language-acquisition-overview https://www.sil.org/sites/default/files/files/theories_and_research_of_second_language_acquisition.pdf Your 300-word or more essay is supported with...

Reflection summarizing observations and interview with a second-grade ELL.

11150Write a 500-word reflection summarizing your observations and interview with a second-grade ELL. Use the resources and the interview below to support your reflection. https://www.understood.org/en/articles/10-things-you-need-to-know-about-your-english-language-learners https://www.azed.gov/sites/default/files/2020/01/Arizona%27s%20Language%20Development%20Approach_December%20State%20Board%20Meeting_2019_rev2-25.pdf?id=5e149c9e03e2b32094fa7b5c https://www.colorincolorado.org/article/program-models-teaching-english-language-learners#h-other-program-models Next, Include how you will support the student or group of students in additional field experiences. Your assignment is supported with...

Arizona’s instructional program for English language learners is based on four principles found in Arizona’s Language Development Approach that “all educators share the responsibility for promoting the success of English learners.”

11130Arizona’s instructional program for English language learners is based on four principles found in Arizona's Language Development Approach. According to the Arizona Department of Education, these principles are based on the core idea that "all educators share the responsibility for promoting the success of English...

What can be confusing when deciding the placement of an ELL student and their eligibility?

11123When deciding the placement of an ELL student and their eligibility? What are some muddiest points, or what can be confusing? Please clearly explain your answer. https://www.colorincolorado.org/article/identifying-needs-ell-program-placement https://www.colorincolorado.org/article/placing-english-language-learners-program-instruction https://www.ncsl.org/research/education/understanding-and-assisting-english-language-learners-in-school.aspx Your 150-word essay is supported with at least two cited references. While APA style is not...

What are some factors that influence their English language acquisition of long-term English learners (LTEL), recently arrived English learners (RAEL), and students with interrupted formal education (SIFE)?

11122Who are long-term English learners (LTEL) https://www.edutopia.org/article/building-momentum-long-term-english-learners/ , recently arrived English learners (RAEL) https://ccsso.org/sites/default/files/2018-04/Understanding%20and%20Supporing%20the%20Educational%20Needs%20of%20RAIELs.pdf and students with interrupted formal education (SIFE) https://www.aft.org/ae/spring2020/custodio_oloughlin ? Next, What are some factors that influence their English language acquisition? https://raisinglanguagelearners.com/factors-that-influence-second-language-acquisition/ Finally, How do the ELL special populations of refugee,...

What accounts for the disproportionately high representation of ELLs in ESS/special education and disproportionately low representation in gifted and talented programs.

11121ELL students may qualify for other services (exceptional student services/special education, gifted and talented) in addition to being identified as an ELL. What accounts for the disproportionately high representation of ELLs in ESS/special education and disproportionately low representation in gifted and talented programs? Support your...

Federal laws and requirements have affected accountability, assessment, funding, and identification in ELL education in Arizona:

11118Assessment Description Having a historical perspective of the court cases, laws, and mandates that have shaped English language instruction policy enables teachers to understand the necessity for addressing the learning needs of English language learners (ELLs). https://www.colorincolorado.org/article/landmark-court-rulings-regarding-english-language-learners Complete the "Legislative Events and Issues" template (150 words per...

What are current issues in the elementary education of ELLs, and the barriers preventing our Arizona schools from meeting the educational goals of ELLs today

11113What are current issues in the elementary education of ELLs, and what are some of the greatest barriers preventing our Arizona schools from meeting the educational goals of ELLs today? https://www.edutopia.org/article/dismantling-barriers-english-language-learners Colorin Colorado. 2019. Arizona: ELL Resources. https://www.colorincolorado.org/ell-basics/ell-resources-state/arizona-ell-resources For each barrier, describe what possible recommendations would...