Apr 20, 2017 2017-04-20
Digital Learning • Learning Support
Meeting the Needs of ELLs
Researcher and ELL expert Jim Cummins has identified three keys to success in teaching students who are just learning English:
• Engage students in their literacy by providing access to resources.
• Ensure that all teachers are prepared to scaffold their instruction across the curriculum.
• Affirm and value students’ background, culture, and identity.
Across the nation, many schools are using edtech tools to support their teaching of English language learners through these three tactics. Read Middlebury Interactive’s special report on how technology can help address the needs of English language learners.
ELL/ESL Academic Achievement Educational Technology
SHARE:
RELATED CONTENT
Award for Exceptional English Language Teaching
The TESOL Teacher of the Year Award was created by TESOL and National Geographic Learning to recognize and pay tribute to exceptional English language teachers at all levels. Applicants will be evaluated on their ability to create a supportive and encouraging learning environment by providing quality language instruction based on well-articulated theory, philosophy, educational research, and best practices.
Bilingual Children’s Book Fostering Reflection on Identity and Emotions
Behind My Mask / Detras de me cubrebocas is a pedagogical tool to engage bilingual youth in conversations around identity and emotions amid the COVID-19 global pandemic. Written in English and Spanish, the book includes reflective activities about emotions and promotes the use of masks.
Grants to Transform Algebra 1 into a Gateway to Success
The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation wants to use a multimillion-dollar grant program to remove barriers to algebra—a gateway to higher-level mathematics—for English language learners, students from families in poverty, and Latino and Black students.BROWSE TOPICS
Digital Learning • Learning Support
Funding & Recognition
Mobile Learning
Professional Growth
Social Media
STEM • STEAM • STREAM
BROWSE FOCUS AREAS
GET OUR NEWSLETTERS
