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Ø  The document mentioned that "Most are making outstanding progress, but ELLs from some ethnocultural backgrounds are failing disproportionately. " Why is this? What can teachers do differently to change this?

Ø  I learned that teachers should speak naturally but many teachers I know tend to speak grammatically incorrect with ELLs thinking this will help simplify the language. How can we simplify without losing proper sentence structure and grammar?

Ø  How can I encourage all languages to be spoken in the classroom when I only understand English?

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Ø  A good language learning environment enables ELLs to develop the oral language skills (listening and speaking) that help develop their literacy.

Ø  ELLs Early attempts at communication often include “learner errors” – mispronunciation, inaccurate grammar or inappropriate word choice.

Ø  Many who begin learning English before adolescence acquire everyday language skills within a year or two, but most take five or more years to develop academic language.

Ø  Students rely on their first language as a tool for thinking, at least until their English is sufficiently well-developed for conceptual tasks.

Ø  Many ELLs experience a silent period when they say very little, and what they do say may consist of memorized phrases.

Ø  Important for ELLs to develop social skills as well.

Ø  Teachers need to modify their own mode of speech to help ELLs understand.

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What are common theories on ELL development?

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What are common theories on ELL development?

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-Comprehension precedes production.
- A second language is acquired most effectively
when it is used to achieve meaningful purposes.

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What are some strategies that will help ELLs in the classroom?

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What are some strategies that will help ELLs in the classroom?

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-Scaffolding
-Language surveys
-Talking about what Language is
-Graphic organizers
-Working with more proficient speakers in English
-Group work
-Prior knowledge
-Contextual support
-Teacher modelling
-Corrections from peers and teacher
-Support

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Ø  How can educators build ELL friendly classrooms that provide the proper tools needed for language development?

Ø  Where can educators look for ELL books/resources?

Ø  How can teachers give more attention to ELLs during and after instruction?