English Language Learners in the Elementary Classroom: A Handbook for Beginning Teachers
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Written by Ellen Key
December 8, 2004
Contents
- Introduction
- Who are English Language Learners?
- What does legislation say about educating and assessing ELLs?
- The Politics of Language
- What patterns does English language development typically follow?
- What are common program models for ESL education?
- What does the ESL specialist need from me?
- How can I support ELLs in my classroom?
- Classroom environment
- Knowing and including each student
- Using appropriate speech
- Opportunities for interaction
- Developing literacy skills
- Language in the content areas
- Learning strategies
- Assessment
- Conclusion
- Resources
- Appendices
Resource Guide for Working with ESL Students
Introduction ○ Who are English Language Learners? ○ What does legislation say about educating and assessing ELLs? ○ The Politics of Language ○ What patterns does English language development typically follow? ○ What are common program models for ESL education? ○ What does the ESL specialist need from me? ○ How can I support ELLs in my classroom? ○ Conclusion ○ Resources ○ Appendix 1: Declaration of Rights for Parents of English Language Learners under No Child Left Behind ○ Appendix 2: Legislation of the 108th Congress concerning Foreign Languages and International Education ○ Appendix 3: Six Levels of Minority Language Policy