ELL Resources Toolkit by Hannah Matthews https://padlet.com/matthewsh5/543vitef6mr1h8v6 A collection of resources for teachers of English Language Learners en-us 2023-10-18 15:44:11 UTC 2023-10-18 21:30:03 UTC hello@padlet.com matthewsh5 https://padlet.com/matthewsh5/543vitef6mr1h8v6/wish/2752967927 This web page consists of a compilation of activities for the classroom, questions to ask students, and overall tips for how to create a welcoming environment for ELLs. The page also consists of videos for educators

These tips align with best practices as they are trauma-informed, asset-based, and encourage the educator to bring the students' cultures into the classroom.

How to create a welcoming classroom environment for ELLs. (2016). Colorin Colorado. https://www.colorincolorado.org/article/how-create-welcoming-classroom-environment ]]> 2023-10-18 15:52:01 UTC https://padlet.com/matthewsh5/543vitef6mr1h8v6/wish/2752967927 matthewsh5 https://padlet.com/matthewsh5/543vitef6mr1h8v6/wish/2752983741 This resource lists four main strategies for teachers to incorporate within their classrooms to create a collaborative classroom environment.

This resource supports best practices as the strategies given are used to develop empathy between all students, encourages the maintenance of the students' identities, and encourages communication and collaboration between ELLs and English-Only students.

Scott, R. (2015). Practices to welcome and support ELLs. Edutopia. https://www.edutopia.org/blog/practices-to-welcome-and-support-ells-robyn-scott]]> 2023-10-18 16:00:45 UTC https://padlet.com/matthewsh5/543vitef6mr1h8v6/wish/2752983741 matthewsh5 https://padlet.com/matthewsh5/543vitef6mr1h8v6/wish/2752996757 This resources compiles six instructional strategies that teachers have found effective within their classrooms when working with ELLs. The resource provides an explanation of the strategies as well as examples of how to implement them.

This resource aligns with best practices as the strategies included align with major theories of language acquisition. Additionally, the strategies focus on building meaning in the English language.

Ferlazzo, L. (2021). The six most effective instructional strategies for ELLs—According to teachers. Education Week. https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/opinion-the-six-most-effective-instructional-strategies-for-ells-according-to-teachers/2021/06 ]]> 2023-10-18 16:08:35 UTC https://padlet.com/matthewsh5/543vitef6mr1h8v6/wish/2752996757 matthewsh5 https://padlet.com/matthewsh5/543vitef6mr1h8v6/wish/2753010713 This resource contains 5 strategies for educators of ELLs to consider when providing instruction. Each strategy contains a short explanation and examples.

The strategies in the resource align with best practices as they align with major theories of language acquisition. The strategies also focus on increasing opportunities for communication between students and opportunities for higher-order thinking.

Innovative strategies for teaching English language learners. University of Massachusetts Global. https://www.umassglobal.edu/news-and-events/blog/innovative-strategies-for-english-language-learners ]]> 2023-10-18 16:16:06 UTC https://padlet.com/matthewsh5/543vitef6mr1h8v6/wish/2753010713 matthewsh5 https://padlet.com/matthewsh5/543vitef6mr1h8v6/wish/2753411350 This literature review provides insight into the benefits of incorporating technology when teaching ELLs. The review discusses best practices for utilizing technology and lays out evidence to support the use of technology.

The information in the literature review aligns with best practices as it provides explicit ways to implement technology in the classroom to align with language acquisition theories and curriculum.

Ahmadi, D. M. R. (2018). The use of technology in English language learning: A literature review. International Journal of Research in English Education, 3(2), 115-125. ]]> 2023-10-18 21:02:20 UTC https://padlet.com/matthewsh5/543vitef6mr1h8v6/wish/2753411350 matthewsh5 https://padlet.com/matthewsh5/543vitef6mr1h8v6/wish/2753414264 This webpage compiles resources for implementing technology when working with ELLs. Resources include videos from veteran teachers, research reports, examples of applications to use, and more!

The information aligns with best practices as the resources align with theories of language acquisition. Additionally, the resources provided focus on meeting students of all levels with varying needs. 

Technology in the classroom. (2023). Colorin Colorado. https://www.colorincolorado.org/teaching-ells/technology-ells/technology-classroom

]]> 2023-10-18 21:06:10 UTC https://padlet.com/matthewsh5/543vitef6mr1h8v6/wish/2753414264 matthewsh5 https://padlet.com/matthewsh5/543vitef6mr1h8v6/wish/2753416870 This webpage provides an explanation of social emotional learning (SEL) as it applies to all students. The resource then breaks down how to meet the needs of ELLs through SEL lessons.

The resource aligns with best practices as it focuses on building vocabulary and meaning through SEL lessons. It also offers information on the specific social-emotional needs of ELLs.

Breiseth, L. (2023). SEL for English language learners: What educators need to know. Colorin Colorado!. https://www.colorincolorado.org/article/sel-english-language-learners-what-educators-need-know ]]> 2023-10-18 21:09:43 UTC https://padlet.com/matthewsh5/543vitef6mr1h8v6/wish/2753416870 matthewsh5 https://padlet.com/matthewsh5/543vitef6mr1h8v6/wish/2753419930 This resource provides background information on social emotional learning as it relates to ELLs. The resource compiles research about specific problems facing ELLs  and how to best address them.

The resource aligns with best practices as it encourages a trauma-informed approach. Additionally, the article looks at the specific strengths of ELLs, which creates an asset-based lens.

Williams, C. (2019). Meeting the social and emotional learning needs of English learners. The Century Foundation. https://tcf.org/content/commentary/meeting-social-emotional-learning-needs-english-learners/ ]]> 2023-10-18 21:13:41 UTC https://padlet.com/matthewsh5/543vitef6mr1h8v6/wish/2753419930 matthewsh5 https://padlet.com/matthewsh5/543vitef6mr1h8v6/wish/2753423047 This resource provides information on effective collaboration between stakeholders who work with ELLs with disabilities. The resource provides information on the importance of collaboration as well as guideline for effective collaboration. 

Collaboration amongst stakeholders is a best practice when it comes to working with ELLs and students with disabilities as it ensure every person is aware of their responsibilities and allows for improved instruction.

Robertson, P. (2016). Serving English learners with disabilities: How ESL/bilingual specialists can collaborate for student success. Colorin Colorado!. https://www.colorincolorado.org/article/serving-english-learners-disabilities-how-eslbilingual-specialists-can-collaborate-student 

]]> 2023-10-18 21:17:41 UTC https://padlet.com/matthewsh5/543vitef6mr1h8v6/wish/2753423047 matthewsh5 https://padlet.com/matthewsh5/543vitef6mr1h8v6/wish/2753425738 This resource outlines demographic information of dually identified students (ELLs with disabilities) and emphasizes their unique needs. The webpage provides a sample lesson outline to meet needs as well as specific strategies for working with ELLs with disabilities.

The resource aligns with best practices as strategies focus on collaboration, utilizing multisensory modes of instruction, and scaffolding supports.

Farr, W. (2019). Working with dually classified learners. Edutopia. https://www.edutopia.org/article/working-dually-classified-learners/ ]]> 2023-10-18 21:21:15 UTC https://padlet.com/matthewsh5/543vitef6mr1h8v6/wish/2753425738