Language Objectives for Multilingual Learners" Teacher Resource Guide by Heather Smith Douglass https://padlet.com/hsmithdouglass/itpxu7m8uek5u5mt A comprehensive resource for educators to understand, create, and implement effective language objectives for multilingual learners en-us 2025-03-29 14:31:48 UTC 2025-11-14 21:19:33 UTC hello@padlet.com https://openclipart.org/download/327065/unitedworld-languages.svg What are Language Objectives? hsmithdouglass https://padlet.com/hsmithdouglass/itpxu7m8uek5u5mt/wish/3387539581 2025-03-29 14:31:49 UTC https://padlet.com/hsmithdouglass/itpxu7m8uek5u5mt/wish/3387539581 Why Language Objectives Matter hsmithdouglass https://padlet.com/hsmithdouglass/itpxu7m8uek5u5mt/wish/3387539599 2025-03-29 14:31:51 UTC https://padlet.com/hsmithdouglass/itpxu7m8uek5u5mt/wish/3387539599 Components of a Strong Language Objective hsmithdouglass https://padlet.com/hsmithdouglass/itpxu7m8uek5u5mt/wish/3387539600 1. Language Function (what students will do)
2. Language Forms (grammar/vocabulary)
3. Content Stem (topic/subject matter)
4. Support (scaffolds provided)]]> 2025-03-29 14:31:51 UTC https://padlet.com/hsmithdouglass/itpxu7m8uek5u5mt/wish/3387539600 Strong Language Objective Example hsmithdouglass https://padlet.com/hsmithdouglass/itpxu7m8uek5u5mt/wish/3387539607 'Students will explain (function) the water cycle using sequential transitions (first, next, then) (form) through small group discussions (support).'

This objective is specific, measurable, and includes all components.]]> 2025-03-29 14:31:52 UTC https://padlet.com/hsmithdouglass/itpxu7m8uek5u5mt/wish/3387539607 Weak Language Objective Example hsmithdouglass https://padlet.com/hsmithdouglass/itpxu7m8uek5u5mt/wish/3387539609 'Students will learn about the water cycle.'

This objective lacks language function, specific language forms, and support. It focuses only on content.]]> 2025-03-29 14:31:52 UTC https://padlet.com/hsmithdouglass/itpxu7m8uek5u5mt/wish/3387539609 More Strong Examples by Subject hsmithdouglass https://padlet.com/hsmithdouglass/itpxu7m8uek5u5mt/wish/3387539610
Science: Students will describe (function) plant parts using scientific vocabulary (stem, leaf, root) (form) using a word bank (support).]]> 2025-03-29 14:31:52 UTC https://padlet.com/hsmithdouglass/itpxu7m8uek5u5mt/wish/3387539610 Before: Traditional Lesson Plan hsmithdouglass https://padlet.com/hsmithdouglass/itpxu7m8uek5u5mt/wish/3387539614 Objective: Students will learn about plant growth.
Activity: Read textbook and answer questions.

This lesson lacks language support and clear expectations for language use.]]> 2025-03-29 14:31:52 UTC https://padlet.com/hsmithdouglass/itpxu7m8uek5u5mt/wish/3387539614 After: Language-Rich Lesson Plan hsmithdouglass https://padlet.com/hsmithdouglass/itpxu7m8uek5u5mt/wish/3387539615 Content Objective: Students will investigate plant growth.
Language Objective: Students will explain (function) plant growth stages using sequential language (first, then, finally) (form) with sentence frames (support).
Activity: Interactive observation journals with guided discussion.]]> 2025-03-29 14:31:52 UTC https://padlet.com/hsmithdouglass/itpxu7m8uek5u5mt/wish/3387539615 5-Step Protocol for Creating Language Objectives hsmithdouglass https://padlet.com/hsmithdouglass/itpxu7m8uek5u5mt/wish/3387539619 2. Determine necessary language functions
3. Select appropriate language forms
4. Consider students' proficiency levels
5. Choose appropriate supports/scaffolds]]> 2025-03-29 14:31:53 UTC https://padlet.com/hsmithdouglass/itpxu7m8uek5u5mt/wish/3387539619 Planning Template hsmithdouglass https://padlet.com/hsmithdouglass/itpxu7m8uek5u5mt/wish/3387539625 Content Objective: (What content will students learn?)
Language Function: (What will students do with language?)
Language Forms: (What grammar/vocabulary is needed?)
Supports: (What scaffolds will help students?)]]> 2025-03-29 14:31:54 UTC https://padlet.com/hsmithdouglass/itpxu7m8uek5u5mt/wish/3387539625 Getting Started with Language Objectives hsmithdouglass https://padlet.com/hsmithdouglass/itpxu7m8uek5u5mt/wish/3387539647 2025-03-29 14:31:57 UTC https://padlet.com/hsmithdouglass/itpxu7m8uek5u5mt/wish/3387539647 Research on Effectiveness hsmithdouglass https://padlet.com/hsmithdouglass/itpxu7m8uek5u5mt/wish/3387539659 2025-03-29 14:31:59 UTC https://padlet.com/hsmithdouglass/itpxu7m8uek5u5mt/wish/3387539659 Reflection Questions hsmithdouglass https://padlet.com/hsmithdouglass/itpxu7m8uek5u5mt/wish/3387539665 1. How do my current objectives support language development?
2. What challenges do I face in creating language objectives?
3. How can I better scaffold language in my lessons?
4. What differences do I notice when using language objectives?]]> 2025-03-29 14:32:00 UTC https://padlet.com/hsmithdouglass/itpxu7m8uek5u5mt/wish/3387539665 Common Questions and Answers hsmithdouglass https://padlet.com/hsmithdouglass/itpxu7m8uek5u5mt/wish/3387539666 A: Focus on 1-2 high-impact objectives rather than too many.

Q: Should I share language objectives with students?
A: Yes! Making objectives visible helps students understand expectations.]]> 2025-03-29 14:32:00 UTC https://padlet.com/hsmithdouglass/itpxu7m8uek5u5mt/wish/3387539666 Language Objecyive Lesson Slides hsmithdouglass https://padlet.com/hsmithdouglass/itpxu7m8uek5u5mt/wish/3388264217 2025-03-30 21:55:56 UTC https://padlet.com/hsmithdouglass/itpxu7m8uek5u5mt/wish/3388264217 Language Objectives Teacher Checklist hsmithdouglass https://padlet.com/hsmithdouglass/itpxu7m8uek5u5mt/wish/3388266351 2025-03-30 22:01:40 UTC https://padlet.com/hsmithdouglass/itpxu7m8uek5u5mt/wish/3388266351