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Teaching Reading to English Language Learners

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This informative course covers topics relating to teaching English language learner (ELL) students how to read. Our helpful teacher resources provided in this chapter offer different learning styles and approaches to learning so you can successfully teach reading to your ELL students.
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Ch 1. Language Acquisition & ELL Students {{cp.topicAssetIdToProgress[370991].percentComplete}}% complete
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Lesson 1 - How Are ELL Students Identified?
Lesson 2 - What Are the ELL Proficiency Levels? Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[162499].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[162499].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
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Lesson 3 - Language Objectives for ESL Students Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[277493].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[277493].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
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Lesson 4 - Language Acquisition: Definition, Theories & Stages Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[47].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[47].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[47].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[47].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Lesson 5 - English as a Second Language in the Classroom: Acquisition & Development Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[54177].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[54177].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[54177].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[54177].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Lesson 6 - The Silent Period for ELL Students Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[154333].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[154333].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
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Lesson 7 - Sociolinguistic Concepts & Second Language Acquisition Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[61857].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[61857].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[61857].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[61857].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Lesson 8 - Sociocultural Influences on ELL Students Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[218895].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[218895].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[218895].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[218895].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Lesson 9 - Basic Interpersonal Communication Skills (BICS): Definition & Examples Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[188759].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[188759].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
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Lesson 10 - Cognitive Academic Language Proficiency Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[31636].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[31636].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
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Ch 2. Prior & Background Knowledge for ELL Students {{cp.topicAssetIdToProgress[370993].percentComplete}}% complete
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Lesson 1 - Prior Knowledge: Definition & Theory Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[7182].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[7182].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
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Lesson 2 - Prior Knowledge vs. Background Knowledge for ELL Students Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[370995].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[370995].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
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Lesson 3 - How to Build Background Knowledge for ELL Students Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[370997].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[370997].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[370997].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[370997].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Lesson 4 - SIOP Model: Definition, Components & Process Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[182209].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[182209].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[182209].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[182209].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Lesson 5 - SIOP Teaching Strategies
Lesson 6 - Using Schemata in Education Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[53955].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[53955].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
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Lesson 7 - Using the Schema-Theoretic Approach to Reading Instruction Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[61108].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[61108].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
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Ch 3. Cooperative Learning for ELL Students {{cp.topicAssetIdToProgress[370999].percentComplete}}% complete
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Lesson 1 - What is Cooperative Learning? - Definition & Methods Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[5773].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[5773].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
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Lesson 2 - What Is Cooperative Learning in the Classroom? - Strategies, Benefits & Definition Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[5746].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[5746].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
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Lesson 3 - Cooperative Learning Strategies with ESL Students Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[218893].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[218893].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
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Ch 4. Vocabulary Development & Instruction for ELL Students {{cp.topicAssetIdToProgress[371001].percentComplete}}% complete
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Lesson 1 - Factors Affecting Vocabulary Development Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[211561].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[211561].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
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Lesson 2 - Vocabulary Acquisition: Processes & Examples Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[53983].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[53983].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
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Lesson 3 - Selecting Words for Vocabulary Instruction Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[61134].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[61134].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[61134].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[61134].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Lesson 4 - Constructing Meaning with Context Clues, Prior Knowledge & Word Structure Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[4674].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[4674].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[4674].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[4674].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Lesson 5 - Teaching Vocabulary to ELL Students Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[31696].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[31696].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[31696].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[31696].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Lesson 6 - Tier 1 Words: Vocabulary & Activities
Lesson 7 - Tier 2 Words: Vocabulary & Activities
Lesson 8 - Tier 3 Words: Vocabulary & Activities
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Ch 5. Interactive Learning for ELL Students {{cp.topicAssetIdToProgress[371003].percentComplete}}% complete
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Lesson 1 - What is Interactive Learning? - Overview & Tools Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[59067].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[59067].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[59067].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[59067].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Lesson 2 - Multisensory Learning: Definition & Theories Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[181935].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[181935].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[181935].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[181935].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Lesson 3 - Research Based Learning Strategies Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[31707].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[31707].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[31707].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[31707].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Lesson 4 - Encouraging Student Participation in the Classroom Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[89658].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[89658].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[89658].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[89658].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Lesson 5 - Using the Think Aloud Strategy with ELL Students Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[317299].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[317299].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[317299].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[317299].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Lesson 6 - Interactive Notebook Rubric Examples Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[31833].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[31833].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[31833].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[31833].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Lesson 7 - Graphic Novels for ELL Students
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Ch 6. Understanding Multiple Intelligences {{cp.topicAssetIdToProgress[371005].percentComplete}}% complete
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Lesson 1 - Howard Gardner - Multiple Intelligences and Frames of Mind: Overview Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[4882].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[4882].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[4882].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[4882].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Lesson 2 - Howard Gardner: Theory & Impact on Education Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[21313].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[21313].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[21313].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[21313].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Lesson 3 - Multiple Intelligences & Learning Styles: Teaching Tips Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[48069].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[48069].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[48069].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[48069].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Lesson 4 - Multiple Intelligences: Assessment Tips & Theory Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[48139].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[48139].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[48139].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[48139].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Go to chapter Understanding Multiple Intelligences
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Ch 7. Differentiated Instruction for ELL Learners {{cp.topicAssetIdToProgress[371007].percentComplete}}% complete
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Lesson 1 - Differentiated Instruction: Adapting the Learning Environment for Students Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[1896].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[1896].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[1896].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[1896].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Lesson 2 - Differentiating Instruction to Engage Students of All Levels Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[68773].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[68773].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[68773].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[68773].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Lesson 3 - Differentiated Instruction for ELL Students Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[154343].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[154343].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[154343].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[154343].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Lesson 4 - Classroom Accommodations for ELL Students Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[154331].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[154331].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[154331].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[154331].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Lesson 5 - How to Adapt Lessons for English Language Learners Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[243887].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[243887].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[243887].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[243887].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Lesson 6 - Adapting Materials for English Language Learners
Lesson 7 - Adaptations & Accommodations for ELL Students in Reading Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[277477].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[277477].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[277477].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[277477].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Lesson 8 - Teaching ELL Students to Read Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[31759].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[31759].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[31759].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[31759].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Lesson 9 - Teaching Reading Strategies to ESL Students Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[277475].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[277475].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
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Ch 8. Visual Aids & Technology for ELL Students {{cp.topicAssetIdToProgress[371009].percentComplete}}% complete
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Lesson 1 - Using Visual Aids with ELL Students Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[243893].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[243893].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[243893].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[243893].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Lesson 2 - Using Graphic Organizers to Teach ESL Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[154339].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[154339].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[154339].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[154339].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Lesson 3 - Technology for ESL Students in the Classroom Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[154335].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[154335].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[154335].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[154335].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Lesson 4 - Benefits of Using Technology in the ESL Classroom Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[233930].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[233930].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
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Ch 9. Formal Language & Social Context for ELL Students {{cp.topicAssetIdToProgress[371011].percentComplete}}% complete
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Lesson 1 - What is Communication? - Definition & Importance Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[14892].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[14892].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
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Lesson 2 - Communication in Different Settings Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[54176].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[54176].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[54176].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[54176].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Lesson 3 - Academic Language: Definition, Examples & Functions Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[31775].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[31775].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
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Lesson 4 - Informal vs. Formal Language in Language Acquisition Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[61850].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[61850].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[61850].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[61850].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Lesson 5 - How Social Influences Shape the English Language Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[68043].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[68043].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
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Lesson 6 - Teaching Social & Formal Language to ELL Students Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[371015].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[371015].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
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Ch 10. English Language Development for ELL Students {{cp.topicAssetIdToProgress[371017].percentComplete}}% complete
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Lesson 1 - English Language Development Instruction & Its Benefits Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[49578].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[49578].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[49578].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[49578].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Lesson 2 - Characteristics of Effective English Language Development Programs Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[371019].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[371019].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[371019].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[371019].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Lesson 3 - Environmental Modifications for English Language Learners Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[243911].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[243911].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[243911].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[243911].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Lesson 4 - Teaching Grammar to ESL Students Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[154345].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[154345].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[154345].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[154345].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Lesson 5 - Common ESL Spelling Challenges
Lesson 6 - Teaching Speaking Skills to ELL Students: Methods & Resources Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[54179].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[54179].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
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Lesson 7 - The Impact of Oral Language on Reading Development Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[49581].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[49581].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
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Go to chapter English Language Development for ELL Students
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Ch 11. Assessment for ELL Students {{cp.topicAssetIdToProgress[371021].percentComplete}}% complete
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Lesson 1 - The Relationship Between Instruction & Assessment Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[49608].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[49608].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[49608].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[49608].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Lesson 2 - Language Assessment: Procedures & Instruments Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[61854].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[61854].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[61854].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[61854].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Lesson 3 - Formative Assessments for ELL Students Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[258815].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[258815].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[258815].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[258815].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
Lesson 4 - Informal Assessments for English Language Learners Score: {{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[243895].bestScoreCorrect}}/{{cp.lessonAssetIdToProgress[243895].bestScoreQuestions}}  Take Quiz Optional
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