English as a Second Language(ESL)

READ 4763Tiffany Hill

Sara LangeneggerTamara Lichtenberg

An important step in succeeding in school and life in the United States

Requires special teacher education and certification

Highly qualified ESL teachers are in high demand today.

Leveled ESL BooksESL teachers provide a variety of books for different level readers. This allows the student to feel included in the classroom.

Word Walls are great tools for ESL students

ESL students greatly benefit from board games!

Two Instructional Models

Direct Instruction Plan and deliver

instruction Coordinate with other

teachers Incorporate technology Assess students Inform teachers,

students and parents about progress

Instructional Support Monitor student

progress in regular curriculum

Consult with regular teachers regarding appropriate instruction

Support regular teachers by team teaching

Positive group learningStudents respond well to learning groups and peer tutoring.

Flexible groups that promote multiple perspectives. In ESL classrooms, student collaboration is encouraged.The ESL classroom is a team effort for the students and teachers.

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SBEC. (2010). English as a second language (ESL) standards. Retrieved August 5, 2010, from www.sbec.state.tx.us/SBECOnline/standtest/standards/allesl.pdf.

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