Embracing ELLs in the Inclusion Classroom by https://padlet.com/emily_guastella/l46lao629k7eayrd en-us 2021-10-23 19:02:51 UTC 2021-12-18 20:51:26 UTC hello@padlet.com Empathy and Inclusion emily_guastella https://padlet.com/emily_guastella/l46lao629k7eayrd/wish/1838344346 2021-10-23 19:09:14 UTC https://padlet.com/emily_guastella/l46lao629k7eayrd/wish/1838344346 How to Create a Welcoming Classroom Environment for ELLs emily_guastella https://padlet.com/emily_guastella/l46lao629k7eayrd/wish/1838349887 2021-10-23 19:15:26 UTC https://padlet.com/emily_guastella/l46lao629k7eayrd/wish/1838349887 Ways to Support English Learners in the Mainstream Classroom emily_guastella https://padlet.com/emily_guastella/l46lao629k7eayrd/wish/1838352261 2021-10-23 19:18:04 UTC https://padlet.com/emily_guastella/l46lao629k7eayrd/wish/1838352261 Make it Visual emily_guastella https://padlet.com/emily_guastella/l46lao629k7eayrd/wish/1911259025 ELL students often have difficulty understanding spoken language. When possible an Inclusion Teacher should always have the content displayed visually for the students to access. Examples include, Writing on the board, modeling/showing the students what you want them to do, and providing graphic organizers. Not only does this aid the ELL student, but all students in the class.]]> 2021-11-24 20:01:51 UTC https://padlet.com/emily_guastella/l46lao629k7eayrd/wish/1911259025 Build in More Group Work and Honor the Silent Period emily_guastella https://padlet.com/emily_guastella/l46lao629k7eayrd/wish/1911261593 Students need to be engaged to learn.  Group work provides meaningful opportunities for students to practice their language skills in a safe, low risk, setting.

Often students do not feel comfortable using their newly acquired language until they feel it is perfect. Respect this and do not force students to talk.]]> 2021-11-24 20:04:22 UTC https://padlet.com/emily_guastella/l46lao629k7eayrd/wish/1911261593 Communicate with the ESL Teacher, Look out for culturally unique vocabulary, and preteach when possible emily_guastella https://padlet.com/emily_guastella/l46lao629k7eayrd/wish/1911265770 The ELL teacher can be a great asset to the Inclusion Teacher as well as the student. If the Inclusion Teacher co plans with the ELL teacher, the ELL teacher can then front load the ELL students with key academic, and culturally unique vocabulary that will help them feel more confident when the lesson is being taught in class.

When ever possible, provide the ELL students with their learning materials in advance of the lesson. This way they can review and pre-digest the material at their pace before engaging in classroom activities the day of the lesson. ]]> 2021-11-24 20:08:18 UTC https://padlet.com/emily_guastella/l46lao629k7eayrd/wish/1911265770 Allow Scaffolding in Native Language emily_guastella https://padlet.com/emily_guastella/l46lao629k7eayrd/wish/1911270816 Students are afraid of failure.  If teachers allow students to use their native language in class, when they do not yet have the English words for something, it should be not only allowed but encouraged.  A peer or a paraprofessional can translate, if available.  Students will feel more engaged in the class rather than opting out.

It is okay if we do not always understand what they students are saying and writing as long as they are processing the language and content.]]> 2021-11-24 20:13:11 UTC https://padlet.com/emily_guastella/l46lao629k7eayrd/wish/1911270816 Use Sentence Frames to Practice with Academic Language emily_guastella https://padlet.com/emily_guastella/l46lao629k7eayrd/wish/1911290217 Providing students with sentence frames show them how to structure language in a formal way. When this becomes a regular part of class students will use them more and internalize the language structure.]]> 2021-11-24 20:32:59 UTC https://padlet.com/emily_guastella/l46lao629k7eayrd/wish/1911290217 Learn about the Cultural backgrounds of the students, but DO NOT make one student the spokesperson for the entire culture emily_guastella https://padlet.com/emily_guastella/l46lao629k7eayrd/wish/1911296243 Showing students that you have taken the time to learn about their specific culture shows that you respect them and are interested in them as a person. However, asking the student to speak about their culture and/or experiences puts them in an uncomfortable position if they do not have the language to fully express themselves. In this situation, a private conversation would be more appropriate.]]> 2021-11-24 20:39:13 UTC https://padlet.com/emily_guastella/l46lao629k7eayrd/wish/1911296243 Show ELL students how to take themselves less seriously, while we always take them seriously emily_guastella https://padlet.com/emily_guastella/l46lao629k7eayrd/wish/1911340680 ELL students can be extremely hard on themselves when acquiring a new language. It can help students to not be so hard on themselves if they see their teacher trying to do something out of their comfort zone, like trying words in a new language, and laughing it off when they make mistakes. However, as we are teaching the students to be less serious, it is essential that teachers are always taking their efforts seriously and remember thank lack of language does not equate lack of knowledge.]]> 2021-11-24 21:28:37 UTC https://padlet.com/emily_guastella/l46lao629k7eayrd/wish/1911340680 SPOTLIGHT QUOTE emily_guastella https://padlet.com/emily_guastella/l46lao629k7eayrd/wish/1911342914 "[ELL Students] are doing twice the job as everyone else in class, even though the result looks like half as much"

This quote is so profound. Teachers all need to recognize the effort and hard work that goes into every word from our ELL students. It may be imperfect, it may be short on content, but how far would you or I get if we were asked to do an assignment in a new language, today?]]> 2021-11-24 21:31:33 UTC https://padlet.com/emily_guastella/l46lao629k7eayrd/wish/1911342914 Welcoming Environment emily_guastella https://padlet.com/emily_guastella/l46lao629k7eayrd/wish/1954878808 "An important first step in helping English language learners (ELLs) succeed is making them feel welcome in the classroom.

This will:
  • increase their confidence
  • make them feel more comfortable in the class
  • build a foundation for positive relationships with you and their peers."
]]> 2021-12-18 15:30:01 UTC https://padlet.com/emily_guastella/l46lao629k7eayrd/wish/1954878808 Stages of Cultural Accommodation emily_guastella https://padlet.com/emily_guastella/l46lao629k7eayrd/wish/1954938996 ELL students come to out classrooms from both domestically and internationally. They all bring with them their cultural and language experiences.  However, those who do come new to the country have that added layer of language and cultural adaptions that they need to make.  Students will go through four phases of cultural accommodation which may come across as odd actions or reactions.  If we can recognize these phases, it will help us to support these students.
1. Euphoria
2. Culture Shock
3. Acceptance
4. Assimilation/Adaptation ]]> 2021-12-18 17:10:41 UTC https://padlet.com/emily_guastella/l46lao629k7eayrd/wish/1954938996 Silent Period emily_guastella https://padlet.com/emily_guastella/l46lao629k7eayrd/wish/1954941269 Just as young children do not speak, and they take in the language around them, ELL students also do this. Additionally, their culture may have taught them that respect towards adults/teachers is shown this way. Teachers need to be careful to not assume students are being defiant or refusing to participate.]]> 2021-12-18 17:14:41 UTC https://padlet.com/emily_guastella/l46lao629k7eayrd/wish/1954941269 Getting to Know Students emily_guastella https://padlet.com/emily_guastella/l46lao629k7eayrd/wish/1954945144 Teachers need to take the time to learn how to pronounce their student's names, and then model it for the class.

Build relationships:
Take the time to show students you care. Identify their strengths, interests, and talents. Use parent letters to get to know the students. Make sure there are extra curriculars and activities that make students feel a part of the school.]]> 2021-12-18 17:21:52 UTC https://padlet.com/emily_guastella/l46lao629k7eayrd/wish/1954945144 Welcome Student Cultures into the Classroom emily_guastella https://padlet.com/emily_guastella/l46lao629k7eayrd/wish/1954955125 Invite students and their families to share photos, information about holidays and traditions, stories about their culture with the class. Decorate the class with flags and maps of the country of origin for the students. Also, another way to make students feel welcome is to celebrate their efforts and display student work.]]> 2021-12-18 17:40:19 UTC https://padlet.com/emily_guastella/l46lao629k7eayrd/wish/1954955125 Build an Atmosphere that Fosters a Safe and Empathetic Environment for Students emily_guastella https://padlet.com/emily_guastella/l46lao629k7eayrd/wish/1955031419 "Most of the challenges I faces dealt with the social aspect of integrating into a new school and classroom with new classmates."

Empathetic classmates help a student adapt to their new surroundings]]> 2021-12-18 20:22:13 UTC https://padlet.com/emily_guastella/l46lao629k7eayrd/wish/1955031419 How to Build Empathetic Classrooms emily_guastella https://padlet.com/emily_guastella/l46lao629k7eayrd/wish/1955039675 -Practice student name pronunciation`
-Explain and make sure student(s) understand the rules for the various situations and settings
-Celebrate culture
-Advocate for diversity in activities and displays
-Allow students to have choice
-Allow students to use the language they are most comfortable using in a situation
-Invite students's parents to teachers' night
-encourage questioning
-encourage extra curricular activities by discovering interest and/or hobbies]]> 2021-12-18 20:39:49 UTC https://padlet.com/emily_guastella/l46lao629k7eayrd/wish/1955039675 Exit Ticket emily_guastella https://padlet.com/emily_guastella/l46lao629k7eayrd/wish/1955043482 When a student enters into your classroom freshly emerged from the newcomer class, what are some ways that you and their peers can ease their transition, make them feel a part of the class, and eager to try the new learning?]]> 2021-12-18 20:48:49 UTC https://padlet.com/emily_guastella/l46lao629k7eayrd/wish/1955043482