Those who teach preschool and early elementary students face unique challenges due to students’ limited language abilities. When a child enters the classroom with no English language skills at all, the obstacles to communication can be overwhelming. We asked author and educator, Karen Nemeth, M.Ed., to share some tips with you for welcoming limited…
Tips to Help Your English Language Learners Soar
by Lori Wolfe, Guest Columnist We are knee deep back at school and looking good! October is the perfect month for teachers with second language learners to take a moment and think about their classroom set up and its connection to student achievement. Take a moment to insure that English Language Learners (ELLs) are oriented…
Teaching ESOL Students While Creating Accessible Lessons for All
As a first year teacher at an elementary school with a high population of ESOL students, my greatest challenge in the classroom is creating lessons and learning opportunities that are accessible to each of my students. I’ve found that there are three strategies that make a great deal of impact: Utilize at least two modes…