ELL Learning Session 1 by Emily Bekkerus https://padlet.com/emilybekkerus/ISD181ELL ISD181 en-us 2021-05-24 15:33:20 UTC 2026-03-18 23:24:37 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f4da.png Getting to know students https://padlet.com/emilybekkerus/ISD181ELL/wish/1568890183 I have had students in the past that have had difficult names, tell me I can just call them "Billy" or "Johnny" and I dont have to learn how to say their actual name. Students in class would say "yeah that's what we call him because his name is super hard to say". I have never done this. If I expect my students to say my name correctly, I can honor and respect them enough to say their name correctly.]]> 2021-05-28 15:48:33 UTC https://padlet.com/emilybekkerus/ISD181ELL/wish/1568890183 Making them comfortable https://padlet.com/emilybekkerus/ISD181ELL/wish/1568901468 Ensure students see themselves reflected in your classroom. ]]> 2021-05-28 15:51:56 UTC https://padlet.com/emilybekkerus/ISD181ELL/wish/1568901468 Because so many of our teachers have not experienced ELL students in our classrooms, this is particularly important to consider. New students are common, but new ELL students have different needs in order to feel welcomed. https://padlet.com/emilybekkerus/ISD181ELL/wish/1568902053 2021-05-28 15:52:06 UTC https://padlet.com/emilybekkerus/ISD181ELL/wish/1568902053 Having ELL students identified on skyward will be a great tool. https://padlet.com/emilybekkerus/ISD181ELL/wish/1568905573 2021-05-28 15:53:15 UTC https://padlet.com/emilybekkerus/ISD181ELL/wish/1568905573 Being able to list tasks in both English and the ELL's native language is a key activity we could do to provide support https://padlet.com/emilybekkerus/ISD181ELL/wish/1568910113 2021-05-28 15:54:36 UTC https://padlet.com/emilybekkerus/ISD181ELL/wish/1568910113 Building rapport is perhaps the most important thing that I can do. I've seen students' commitment to their studies when they feel that the teacher really values them. https://padlet.com/emilybekkerus/ISD181ELL/wish/1568910846 2021-05-28 15:54:50 UTC https://padlet.com/emilybekkerus/ISD181ELL/wish/1568910846 As an elective teacher, I need to make sure EL students know they are welcome to join and families are aware of elective opportunities. I need to make sure they know I can help them find an instrument so that isn't a barrier to joining. https://padlet.com/emilybekkerus/ISD181ELL/wish/1568912653 2021-05-28 15:55:25 UTC https://padlet.com/emilybekkerus/ISD181ELL/wish/1568912653 How do teachers help ELL students and their families address the stigma that they may encounter from less sensitive or less tolerant peers or community members? https://padlet.com/emilybekkerus/ISD181ELL/wish/1568912655 2021-05-28 15:55:25 UTC https://padlet.com/emilybekkerus/ISD181ELL/wish/1568912655 I with there was a "Can Do" chart for SLD special education students- especially struggling readers and writers. https://padlet.com/emilybekkerus/ISD181ELL/wish/1568914494 2021-05-28 15:55:56 UTC https://padlet.com/emilybekkerus/ISD181ELL/wish/1568914494 I like the idea of asking your student to share information about their culture, stories, words, etc... but using caution that you aren't singling them out uncomfortably or thinking they are the expert on all things from their native culture. https://padlet.com/emilybekkerus/ISD181ELL/wish/1568915572 2021-05-28 15:56:17 UTC https://padlet.com/emilybekkerus/ISD181ELL/wish/1568915572 Building relationships is so important for any little. That is a big responsibility for elementary teachers to remember. https://padlet.com/emilybekkerus/ISD181ELL/wish/1568916333 2021-05-28 15:56:32 UTC https://padlet.com/emilybekkerus/ISD181ELL/wish/1568916333 In my previous district I did label tools and equipment in the room in two languages. It helped everyone, actually. https://padlet.com/emilybekkerus/ISD181ELL/wish/1568919307 2021-05-28 15:57:30 UTC https://padlet.com/emilybekkerus/ISD181ELL/wish/1568919307 there are so many simple things we can do to make sure students feel comfortable and secure in the classroom...which builds confidence and will result in learning. Seeing him/herself reflected in the classroom..saying name appropriately..building relationships, etc. https://padlet.com/emilybekkerus/ISD181ELL/wish/1568919680 2021-05-28 15:57:38 UTC https://padlet.com/emilybekkerus/ISD181ELL/wish/1568919680 Impact of past trauma is so important to consider. I don't think we as teachers are often aware of it in student's past https://padlet.com/emilybekkerus/ISD181ELL/wish/1568919700 2021-05-28 15:57:38 UTC https://padlet.com/emilybekkerus/ISD181ELL/wish/1568919700 Lots of good ideas and strategies in the article. Like the idea of assigning a buddy. https://padlet.com/emilybekkerus/ISD181ELL/wish/1568921287 2021-05-28 15:58:09 UTC https://padlet.com/emilybekkerus/ISD181ELL/wish/1568921287 5 Abilities of Equity Literacy (really interesting & important) https://padlet.com/emilybekkerus/ISD181ELL/wish/1568921652 2021-05-28 15:58:15 UTC https://padlet.com/emilybekkerus/ISD181ELL/wish/1568921652 I have paired up a helper or buddy for ELL students and it really seemed to lower their level of anxiety knowing there was a peer that was there to help and support them. https://padlet.com/emilybekkerus/ISD181ELL/wish/1568923023 2021-05-28 15:58:40 UTC https://padlet.com/emilybekkerus/ISD181ELL/wish/1568923023 Building off of strengths is one of the best assets for all students but especially ELL Students. https://padlet.com/emilybekkerus/ISD181ELL/wish/1568923911 2021-05-28 15:58:58 UTC https://padlet.com/emilybekkerus/ISD181ELL/wish/1568923911 Yes, I totally liked the idea of researching past trauma. So important! https://padlet.com/emilybekkerus/ISD181ELL/wish/1568924294 2021-05-28 15:59:06 UTC https://padlet.com/emilybekkerus/ISD181ELL/wish/1568924294 Ask them to share who they are (in a manner in which they are comfortable)--student exchange students are often required to do this and it it SO fascinating for classmates. https://padlet.com/emilybekkerus/ISD181ELL/wish/1568924640 2021-05-28 15:59:12 UTC https://padlet.com/emilybekkerus/ISD181ELL/wish/1568924640 Making sure students have information and access to activities and clubs https://padlet.com/emilybekkerus/ISD181ELL/wish/1568925978 2021-05-28 15:59:41 UTC https://padlet.com/emilybekkerus/ISD181ELL/wish/1568925978 Building a rapport is so important. Ask questions about their family, previous schooling, culture. https://padlet.com/emilybekkerus/ISD181ELL/wish/1568927224 2021-05-28 16:00:06 UTC https://padlet.com/emilybekkerus/ISD181ELL/wish/1568927224 At the high school how are non core staff made aware of ELL students. https://padlet.com/emilybekkerus/ISD181ELL/wish/1568928037 2021-05-28 16:00:22 UTC https://padlet.com/emilybekkerus/ISD181ELL/wish/1568928037 A strengths based approach to teaching is critical for students experiencing trauma https://padlet.com/emilybekkerus/ISD181ELL/wish/1568928252 2021-05-28 16:00:26 UTC https://padlet.com/emilybekkerus/ISD181ELL/wish/1568928252