overview of workshop explore information about english as additional language (eal) students in...
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Overview of WorkshopOverview of Workshop
• Explore information about English as Additional Language (EAL) students in class.
• Discuss the cultures students bring to class• Suggestions for instructional strategies
1. Information about EAL learners1. Information about EAL learners
• Learning another language is difficult
• Not only acquiring new language, but new culture as well
• Imperative to assess students’ skill levels/where the students are
• Older children actually learn faster - they have acquired learning strategies
• Younger children appear to learn faster because their vocabulary is simple
• Personality plays a part -Shy students won’t want to make oral mistakesOutgoing students will learn from mistakes
• A child’s primary language plays a role in acquisition of the English language
• There are differences in academic English and conversational English
2. Who are my students?2. Who are my students?
• Find out where your students are from• What are major cultural differences?• Students differ in educational backgrounds,
socioeconomic status, age of arrival to Canada,
personal experiences• Find out what each student would like to be
called (name)
Language development is strengthened by
using effective English language learner
strategies in the classroom.
Part 3. Strategies: TimePart 3. Strategies: Time
• Give student additional time to answer
open book tests• Have student repeat
directions in
his/her own words• Allow for pass/fail vs.
grades• Native language
electronic translators/dictionaries
Strategies: LabelsStrategies: Labels
• Create signs labeling items in the classroom in students’ languages
• Have many units of vocabulary
• Daily reader boards (on chalkboard too)
• Use of flashcards (have students create a set for home practice)
• Display student assignments
Strategies: Classroom instructionsStrategies: Classroom instructions
• Give clear instructions on routines in the classroom
• Learning through real interactions• Make the classroom multi-activity centered
(provide choices)• Make learning relevant to students’ experiences• Let them see your face when speaking,
enunciate clearly
Strategies: PausingStrategies: Pausing
• Pause often to allow time for students to process information
• Allow time for questioning, drawing conclusions• Paraphrase and allow for student responses,
check for understanding• Allow for predictions• Modify assignments (less math problems, etc.)
Strategies: VisualsStrategies: Visuals
• Use many graphics or role playing activities• Internet programs, songs, teacher materials• Encourages thinking and creativity• Use different teaching styles• Role playing -have students switch roles
Strategies: Peer tutoringStrategies: Peer tutoring
• Allow for peer tutoring• Match ability levels• Both students will
learn• Cooperative learning
activities
Strategies: RepetitionStrategies: Repetition
• Repeat information and review constantly
• Rephrase• Talk slower• Check for understanding
one-on-one• Speak clearly
Strategies: Teaching instructionsStrategies: Teaching instructions
• list instructions step by step
• Give verbal as well as written instructions
• Emphasize comprehension over pronunciation
Strategies: VarietyStrategies: Variety
• present information in a variety of ways• Choral reading• Line reading• Demonstrate rather than discuss• Hands on activities• Portfolios vs. assessments• Opportunities for one on one interaction• Allow for extra practice
Strategies: Building linksStrategies: Building links
• Build links with other teachers, parents, community
• Co-plan, co-teach, co-reflect• Connect parents with same languages• Establishing resources• Building support systems• Know what resources are available