Remake of EB/EL Classroom Toolkit & Explanation by Lia Martinez

ELPS Chart

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English Language Proficiency Standards - these are important to include in the language objectives when lesson planning and for determining which language domains are begin addressed with the lesson.

PLDs

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Proficiency Level Descriptors - these are important to refer to when monitoring the progress of the English learners. They also serve as reminders of what students can do at each level of proficiency within each domain of language.

ELPS Chart

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Transforming classroom management for ELLs: Strategies for success

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This article outlines effective classroom management strategies for teaching English Language Learners (ELLs) and addresses potential challenges that may arise when working with them in different subjects.

Transforming classroom management for ELLs: The issues

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This article provides effective strategies for managing a classroom with ELLs and offers various approaches to ensure a successful learning environment

Oral Language Development and ELLs: 5 Challenges and Solutions

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In this article Dr. Lindsey Moses Guccione shares five key challenges about oral language development of ELLs, and gives tips for addressing each of the challenges.

Student Oral Language Observation Matrix (SOLOM)

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This handout guides teachers on how to support oral language development and remain mindful of their students' progress goals in this area.

Cognates practice

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This is great for students still developing their second language L2, as it engages their first language L1 and introduces words they may already recognize in their home language.

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This chart supports both students and teachers in getting a clearer understanding of how to assist with the reading process. It also enables teachers to differentiate strategies to better meet the diverse needs of English Language Learners (ELLs).

International Children's Digital Library

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This website provides a collection of international children's books that teachers can use to enrich their classroom libraries and help ELL students feel more at home. It's a valuable resource for creating a more inclusive and culturally responsive learning environment.

Casa Notes

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Casa Notes is a tool that helps teachers quickly make and personalize common notes for students or their parents. It uses customizable templates that allow teachers to adjust the content, choose a color scheme, and add graphics to suit their needs.

Academic Language Toolkit

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This toolkit is a valuable resource for teachers during lesson planning, supporting the development of academic language for all students across various subject areas.

Academic Language and ELLs: What Teachers Need to Know

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This article supports educators in understanding the importance of academic language and how it influences students’ ability to fully engage in classroom activities and complete assignments.

Langauge Objectives

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These samples are helpful for teachers as they develop their own language objectives for students, offering examples across a variety of subject areas to support diverse instructional needs.

Writing language objectives handout

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These handouts help teachers ensure that their written objectives are effective, student-focused, and include all the essential components needed for a successful lesson

Bilingual Glossaries and Cognates

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This website explains the importance of bilingual glossaries and provides parents with resources to access math-related glossaries for their children

Math Instruction for English Language Learners

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This website is an excellent resource for both parents and teachers, offering valuable methods to support the learning and development of English Language Learners, particularly in strengthening their math skills

Integrating Language while teaching Stem

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This resource is ideal for students still working on their second language (L2), as it demonstrates how they can use both languages while exploring science and STEM topics.

Science Talk: A Tool for Learning Science and Developing Language

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This resource is a great tool for showing teachers that science knowledge can go beyond language barriers. By using strategies that incorporate both language and content, teachers can create an inclusive learning environment where students can actively participate and develop a deeper understanding, regardless of their proficiency in English

Preparing an Engaging Social Studies Lesson for ELLs: 12 Tips for Educators

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This resource is great for educators seeking to create engaging social studies lessons for English Language Learners ELLs.

Sample lesson plan for ELPS instruction and U.S. History

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This resource is good for teachers when developing history lesson plans. It highlights scaffolded language and accommodates various proficiency levels, ensuring that all students can effectively comprehend the lesson.

Assessment for Students

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This is a good resource to have when developing a summative assessment for the EB or ELL students. This provides a comprehensive range of research, training, and service projects.

Texas Education Agency

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This resource gives a clear understanding of what to assess in your ELL students and provides a helpful guide to track their learning progress after the assessment.

Assessing ELLs in Mainstream Classrooms

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This article is a good resource for teachers, offering insights on how to assess ELLs and evaluate their progress to effectively plan literacy instruction.

Assessment of English Language Learners

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This tool is highly beneficial for teachers when designing formative assessments for their ELL studentshttps://www.slideserve.com/alissa/assessment-of-english-language-learners

Comparing Language Difference vs. Disability

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This document outlines the distinctions between language difficulties and disabilities, helping teachers determine whether a student is struggling with learning English or facing broader learning challenges

USDE Tools & Resources for Addressing ELs with Disabilities

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This resource is especially helpful for teachers working with students who are learning English and also have a learning disability. It serves as a valuable guide for navigating the unique challenges of supporting both language development and special learning needs simultaneously.

Meeting Linguistic Needs of High-Potential English Language Learners

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This resource is a valuable guide for teachers on how to identify and understand the unique needs of potentially gifted and talented English Language Learners (GT ELLs) in their classroom.

National Association for Gifted Children

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This is a resource for teachers working with gifted students, offering support to help these learners fully develop and nurture their unique gifts and talents.

Using Educational Technology 21st Century Supports for English Learners

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This toolkit provides useful guidance and practical tips for teachers exploring and utilizing various technological resources

Technology in Language Learning

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This resource shows the different roles of educators and students in a technology-enhanced language learning environment.

Engaging ELL Families Through Community Partnerships

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This website provides strategies and tips for thinking creatively about collaborating with community partners and identifying the most impactful partnerships for your school community.

Creating a Plan of Action for ELL Family Engagement

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The following strategies offer a clear framework for fostering family engagement among English Language Learner (ELL) families within a school community.