https://padlet.com/elizabethfarr01/ndfvl3ax77re0mw en-us 2023-02-12 23:53:53 UTC 2025-10-25 03:34:02 UTC hello@padlet.com elizabethfarr01 https://padlet.com/elizabethfarr01/ndfvl3ax77re0mw/wish/2478186032 This resource outlines helpful classroom setup ideas, instructional strategies, and tips for welcoming EL learners. There are many best-practices included in this resource such as using visuals, providing dual-language books, assigning a classroom partner, encouraging the use of first language to learn content (notetaking, personal dictionaries), simplifying vocabulary, and giving additional think time. Culture in the classroom and classroom environments are also discussed in this resource.]]> 2023-02-13 00:51:02 UTC https://padlet.com/elizabethfarr01/ndfvl3ax77re0mw/wish/2478186032 elizabethfarr01 https://padlet.com/elizabethfarr01/ndfvl3ax77re0mw/wish/2478200675 This resources provides educators with guiding questions to consider about how they are supporting their EL learners. This article is written in a way that encourages the reader to consider the questions being asked and provides links, articles and resources that can be used to explore each specific topic. For example, one section focuses on recommendations to use and ones to avoid when educating EL students. By outlining both effective and non-effective practices, educators can reflect on their own classroom to ensure they are using only what is best for their students. Some best practices mentioned in this resource are self-reflection and the use of a wide variety of resources to provide the most supportive learning environment to EL students.]]> 2023-02-13 01:12:01 UTC https://padlet.com/elizabethfarr01/ndfvl3ax77re0mw/wish/2478200675 elizabethfarr01 https://padlet.com/elizabethfarr01/ndfvl3ax77re0mw/wish/2478217043 In this article, there are many tips and ideas for how to make EL students feel welcome and safe in the classroom environment. When a child feels safe, their social and emotional needs can be supported naturally. Some great examples from the article are to learn how to pronounce each student's name, provide SEL opportunities to support students who may have experienced trauma, and to get to know students strengths and talents. This resource focuses on best practices such as incorporating students native languages into learning and finding resources that support them learning in their native language and English. Other suggestions that support best practices are to be welcoming and kind and to invite students to share their culture to help them feel part of the class.]]> 2023-02-13 01:33:31 UTC https://padlet.com/elizabethfarr01/ndfvl3ax77re0mw/wish/2478217043 elizabethfarr01 https://padlet.com/elizabethfarr01/ndfvl3ax77re0mw/wish/2478220169 This resource specifically outlines ideas of how to best support EL students social-emotional needs in the classroom. These suggestions focus on life skills such as strategies to handle stressful situations, use role playing exercises to work through conflict, and practicing phrases to use in social situations. This article recognizes and focuses on the fact that many EL students may not have the language needed to express themselves and their needs. The tools provided offer opportunities for students to improve their language and to learn appropriate interactions with those around them. All of the strategies presented in this resource are to be used to help EL students process their emotions and create positive social relationships which will help them feel comfortable in the learning environment. Without a feeling of belonging and understanding, learning will be hindered. ]]> 2023-02-13 01:38:36 UTC https://padlet.com/elizabethfarr01/ndfvl3ax77re0mw/wish/2478220169 elizabethfarr01 https://padlet.com/elizabethfarr01/ndfvl3ax77re0mw/wish/2478234089 This article is a great tool that outlines effective instructional strategies for teaching EL students. Included in the strategies are focusing on academic language and vocabulary, using background knowledge and culture in learning, using higher order thinking skills and questions. These strategies encourage best practices by holding all EL students to high expectations in the classroom, but allowing them differentiated opportunities to learn. ]]> 2023-02-13 01:56:10 UTC https://padlet.com/elizabethfarr01/ndfvl3ax77re0mw/wish/2478234089 elizabethfarr01 https://padlet.com/elizabethfarr01/ndfvl3ax77re0mw/wish/2482869439 This website highlights how EL students have specific needs in the classroom that can be addressed through various strategies. Some of the resources and strategies discussed are promoting language skills throughout the curriculum and subjects, to speak slowly and use additional wait time, differentiate assignments and lessons, and to incorporate collaborative learning often. These strategies are all best teaching practices that teachers often use with non-EL learners on a daily basis. The ideas included in this resource provide opportunities for equitable learning amongst all students.  ]]> 2023-02-15 02:53:28 UTC https://padlet.com/elizabethfarr01/ndfvl3ax77re0mw/wish/2482869439 elizabethfarr01 https://padlet.com/elizabethfarr01/ndfvl3ax77re0mw/wish/2482883210 In this article, the author highlights the most effective way to find and use technology to support EL learners in the classroom. It is suggested to investigate online tools you are already using to see if they have any features to benefit ELL students. Additionally, the article suggests using technology as part of the daily classroom routine. The article offers many great examples of resources that can be used frequently to differentiate and supplement language learning. These tools support best practices because they provide opportunities for students to work independently, at their level, on skills they specifically need to practice. ]]> 2023-02-15 03:10:25 UTC https://padlet.com/elizabethfarr01/ndfvl3ax77re0mw/wish/2482883210 elizabethfarr01 https://padlet.com/elizabethfarr01/ndfvl3ax77re0mw/wish/2482889075 This resource explains the benefits of technology in the classroom for English Language Learners and provides examples of specific tools that can be used. A few great examples of how technology is helpful to EL learners is that it provides differentiated instruction, offers learning for multiple modalities, and increases student engagement. The examples of websites offered in this article are interactive and able to be used for multiple subjects and grade levels. As the examples and resources focus on meeting individual needs of learners and promotes individual growth, they support best teaching practices. ]]> 2023-02-15 03:17:41 UTC https://padlet.com/elizabethfarr01/ndfvl3ax77re0mw/wish/2482889075 elizabethfarr01 https://padlet.com/elizabethfarr01/ndfvl3ax77re0mw/wish/2482901551 Teaching reading to ELLs has many challenges, especially when it comes to comprehension. Implementing effective strategies such as building a student's background knowledge, doing picture walks, using scaffolding, and teaching vocabulary clearly are all great ways to ensure comprehension is taking place. When a child is learning a new language, they need additional support with learning to read in the language. In this article, there are many useful strategies that can be applied to many grade levels to increase an EL learners reading comprehension. As with any student, building background, checking for frequent understanding and using graphic organizers are best educational practices.]]> 2023-02-15 03:32:34 UTC https://padlet.com/elizabethfarr01/ndfvl3ax77re0mw/wish/2482901551 elizabethfarr01 https://padlet.com/elizabethfarr01/ndfvl3ax77re0mw/wish/2482908460 The author of this article aims to draw attention to the importance of phonological awareness as a foundation for future literacy. Regardless of the language a person speaks first, if they can build a strong phonological awareness in the language they are learning, they will be more successful in their overall reading ability. By focusing on one aspect of building fluency, this article gives suggestions for best teaching practices to incorporate this skill in the classroom. Another strategy presented is to promote the importance of literacy at home. By building a strong home to school connection, students can participate in building their literacy more frequently. ]]> 2023-02-15 03:41:37 UTC https://padlet.com/elizabethfarr01/ndfvl3ax77re0mw/wish/2482908460