ELL proficiency standards and the Common Core
Diane discusses the importance of aligning English language proficiency standards to the Common Core State Standards.
Making connections: Creating an active & engaged reader
Learn how to engage ELLs as readers through strategies such as frequent comprehension checks and higher level thinking activities in this video featuring high school ELLs reading an adapted version of A Christmas Carol.
Tips for welcoming newcomers
ELL middle school teacher Amber Prentice describes strategies that teachers can use to create a welcoming classroom environment for ELLs.
English Language Learner Instruction in Middle and High School
This webcast is an introduction to the challenges facing teachers of English language learners in middle and high school. Dr. Short discusses how to teach ...
New Kid in Town
Watch as the Arlington Public Schools Intake Center in Arlington, Virginia helps place kids like eight-year-old Marlon, a new student from Honduras, in the right classroom.
Going Out of the Comfort Zone
Pat describes a conversation she had with a librarian who talks openly about being intimidated by bilingual books. See more of the interview: ...
Writing free verse
Margarita explains what appeals to her about free verse. See more of the interview: http://www.colorincolorado.org/read/meet/engle/ See more on this topic: ...
Reaching out to Latino families
Understanding the differences and diversity within the Latino population is important for developing effective outreach programs. Pat Mora also points out ...
Know your regulations
Michelle describes how ELL teachers can advocate for their students and the difference supportive administrators can make in helping those efforts. See more of ...
Scaffolding for middle school ELLs: "The Story of an Hour"
Common Core State Standards and English Language Learners: Scaffolding for Middle School ELLs with Marty Dreskin.