ESL Program by Ryon Chaney https://padlet.com/ryonmchaney/yp514k404bkzopjg en-us 2023-05-05 21:11:00 UTC 2025-12-30 22:21:08 UTC hello@padlet.com ESL programs offer students the chance to learn English or improve their English language skills. In an ESL classroom, the teacher only speaks English and is not required to speak the native language of any members of the class. In ESL classes in elementary school, non English speaking students are generally taken out of their regular classroom for a period of time to learn English. In middle and high school, students take an ESL class in place of an elective. ryonmchaney https://padlet.com/ryonmchaney/yp514k404bkzopjg/wish/2579991396 2023-05-05 21:13:56 UTC https://padlet.com/ryonmchaney/yp514k404bkzopjg/wish/2579991396 Characteristics of an ESL program include incorporating students' primary languages, learning experiences, and the cultural aspects of the students' background to instill confidence, self-assurance, and a positive identity with their cultural heritages. ryonmchaney https://padlet.com/ryonmchaney/yp514k404bkzopjg/wish/2579993853 2023-05-05 21:20:08 UTC https://padlet.com/ryonmchaney/yp514k404bkzopjg/wish/2579993853 Using second-language acquisition methods in all content-area instruction that supports English language proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. ryonmchaney https://padlet.com/ryonmchaney/yp514k404bkzopjg/wish/2579994370 2023-05-05 21:21:08 UTC https://padlet.com/ryonmchaney/yp514k404bkzopjg/wish/2579994370 Structuring academic content instruction to ensure students master the required essential knowledge and skills and higher-order thinking skills in all subjects. ryonmchaney https://padlet.com/ryonmchaney/yp514k404bkzopjg/wish/2579994736 2023-05-05 21:22:04 UTC https://padlet.com/ryonmchaney/yp514k404bkzopjg/wish/2579994736 There are two ESL program methods: Content-Based ESL and Pull-Out ESL ryonmchaney https://padlet.com/ryonmchaney/yp514k404bkzopjg/wish/2579997058 2023-05-05 21:27:48 UTC https://padlet.com/ryonmchaney/yp514k404bkzopjg/wish/2579997058 Content-Based ESL aligns to what the name implies. It means that an English learner receives all content-area instruction including English language arts and reading (ELAR), math, science, and social studies, from an ESL-Certified teacher or teachers. Thus, targeted support by appropriately trained staff is initially embedded throughout all content areas. ryonmchaney https://padlet.com/ryonmchaney/yp514k404bkzopjg/wish/2579998296 2023-05-05 21:30:55 UTC https://padlet.com/ryonmchaney/yp514k404bkzopjg/wish/2579998296 Pull-Out ESL is not exactly how it sounds. For this model, the basic teacher certification requirement comes down to an English learner receiving at least their ELAR instruction by and ESL-certified teacher or teachers. The requirement can be fulfilled in 3 ways- the English learner's ELAR classroom teacher is ESL certified, an ESL certified teacher co-teaches with the English learner's ELAR teacher, or supplemental ELAR instruction is provided through an additional class or time period by an ESL and ELAR certified teacher. ryonmchaney https://padlet.com/ryonmchaney/yp514k404bkzopjg/wish/2579999853 2023-05-05 21:34:56 UTC https://padlet.com/ryonmchaney/yp514k404bkzopjg/wish/2579999853 When engaging with ESL families, use their preferred language by utilizing a fully bilingual interpreter, translate the written communications that you send home, put parents in touch with bilingual staff, educate parents on the school system, how your school works, the school curriculum, teacher and school expectations, and their rights. ryonmchaney https://padlet.com/ryonmchaney/yp514k404bkzopjg/wish/2580001022 2023-05-05 21:37:46 UTC https://padlet.com/ryonmchaney/yp514k404bkzopjg/wish/2580001022 Welcome parents into the school by hosting a native language back to school night, arrange a tour of the school, recruit volunteers, and make them aware of learning opportunities and resources for themselves, ryonmchaney https://padlet.com/ryonmchaney/yp514k404bkzopjg/wish/2580002204 2023-05-05 21:40:48 UTC https://padlet.com/ryonmchaney/yp514k404bkzopjg/wish/2580002204