Characteristics of English Learners and Determining Levels of Proficiency by Amira Edwards https://padlet.com/aedwar13/ggolcc9iwuxqxm2g What are important steps you can take to ensure your EL students grow in English-language proficiency? en-us 2024-02-27 21:31:46 UTC 2024-03-07 14:53:03 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.com/aedwar13/ggolcc9iwuxqxm2g/wish/2909957982 -Getting to know about their background

-Getting understanding of their starting point and funds of knowledge

-Finding ways to communicate with them

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focus groups with students who need additional support this allows for specialized instruction

using images to increase comprehension (multiple media UDL!!!!!)

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-making sure there is literature in the classroom that reflects the students and their backgrounds

-giving students opportunities to talk in English with their peers


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