Ch 3: Strategies for Teaching English Language Learners
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Strategies for Teaching English Language Learners - Chapter Summary
This chapter examines a variety of ELL teaching strategies through bite-sized video lessons. Taught by expert English instructors, the chapter goes over the language acquisition process, ELL instructional strategies and some important cultural aspects related to reading development. Upon completion of the chapter, you should be equipped to:
- Differentiate between first and second language acquisition
- Recognize factors that can affect second language acquisition
- Discuss language variations across cultures
- Use effective ELL student teaching strategies, including scaffolding instruction
- Teach ELL students vocabulary and reading skills
- Assess linguistic, cultural and ethnic relationships in regards to reading development
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1. First Language vs. Second Language Acquisition
There are differences in the experience and process of learning a first language versus learning a second one. Compare the language learning processes to understand the areas of similarity and areas of difference between the two and then explore further with an example.
2. Factors Affecting Second Language Acquisition
Second language acquisition is the process of learning a second language aside from the initial language acquired. Learn about the factors that affect second language acquisition, such as individual, academic, and sociopolitical factors.
3. Variations in Language Across Cultures
Language variants between cultures can be difficult to navigate and have led to misconceptions in communication. Learn more about language variations, such as dialect, accent, and tone, discover how the English language is different, and identify why linguistic adaptation is important.
4. Understanding Texas English Language Proficiency Standards
When you learn a language, there are four skills you need to acquire: speaking, listening, reading, and writing. This lesson explains the expectations for each skill according to the 'Texas English Language Proficiency Standards'.
5. Strategies for Teaching ELL Students
There are educational strategies utilized in supporting English language learners (ELL) in their linguistic proficiency. Follow the use of pictures and visuals, emphasis on vocabulary, scaffold instruction, and small groups to improve ELL instruction.
6. Scaffolding Instruction for English Language Learners
Scaffolding instruction makes teaching and learning English more pleasant. Learn how to scaffold a lesson using chunking, modeling, guided practice, and building upon what students already know.
7. Teaching Vocabulary to ELL Students
Vocabulary is an important part of language learning, and acquisition is more difficult for older learners. Learn strategies for teaching vocabulary to ELL students to give them vital stepping stones for learning the language.
8. Teaching ELL Students to Read
English language learners (ELLs) are students who do not communicate fluently in English and may struggle to learn in English. Explore strategies for teaching ELL students to read, and review chunking the text, emphasizing vocabulary, and modeling good reading as techniques that can help ELL students excel in reading.
9. Cultural, Ethnic & Linguistic Relationships to Reading Development
A student's cultural, ethnic, and linguistic backgrounds play a major role in the development of their reading skills. Learn best practices for teaching a second language to students from different backgrounds, with specific methods for English learners.
10. Culturally Responsive Teaching for ELL Students
Culturally responsive teaching is an important way to meet the needs of ELL students. Discover how to create a welcoming environment, provide culturally relevant reading material and foster relationships with families to help ELL students succeed in the classroom.
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- Teaching for Diverse Student Needs
- English Language Development & Analysis
- Language Structure
- Using Proper Punctuation
- Strategies & Skills for Reading
- Teaching Fluency
- Teaching & Improving Reading Comprehension
- Monitoring & Assessing Reading
- Analyzing Nonfiction Text
- Facilitating Comprehension of Informational Texts
- Executing Research Projects
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- Periods of American Literature
- Periods of British Literature
- World Literature Overview
- Young Adult Literature Overview
- Strategies & Skills for Literary Text
- Essay Writing Fundamentals
- Writing Skills & Techniques
- Strategies for Teaching Writing & Providing Feedback
- Teaching Oral Communication
- Teaching Media Literacy
- Assessing English Language Arts & Reading
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