July 15, 2021
This article provides information for teachers to build and incorporate academic language (structural language and language of the discipline) in their lessons.
July 15, 2021
This resource provides information on four components of an effective vocabulary program. Teachers will be able to identify four criteria to use when selecting vocabulary words for ELLS, three basic instructional strategies including graphic organizers for developing word meaning knowledge, identify three effective word-learning strategies, and become familiar with instructional strategies for fostering word consciousness.
July 15, 2021
This webcast provides an overview of academic language instruction for English language learners, as well as teaching strategies, activity ideas, and recommended resources. The related PowerPoint is available for download. Dr Robin Scarcella discusses the difference between social and academic language and provides strategies to promote academic language. She covers the importance of systematic vocabulary instruction, ways to improve class discussions, reading comprehension, and writing instruction.