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Instructional Approaches for Teachers of English Language Learners (all)
This course is designed to help teachers learn how to apply ELP (English Language Proficiency) Standards to their classroom instruction and how to implement new approaches for teaching students whose native language is not English.
Overview
This course is designed to help teachers learn how to apply ELP (English Language Proficiency) Standards to their classroom instruction and how to implement new approaches for teaching students whose native language is not English. Teachers will build their knowledge of second language acquisition and learn strategies to effectively work with English Language Learners in their classrooms. This course will also highlight the many ways that teachers can take advantage of available technologies to more effectively reach all students.
Note: This course is not part of a state-approved TESOL endorsement and/or degree program.
Goals and Products
This course will enable participants to:
- Address the primary learning needs of their ELL students
- Create an atmosphere of acceptance for all students
- Increase their understanding about second language acquisition
- Improve access to curriculum in all content areas for students with Limited English
- Use available technologies to help meet the needs of ELL students
- Make accommodations to improve access to learning for ELL Students
- Fairly assess English Language Learners in the classroom
- Plan a lesson focused on the needs of ELL students
As a final product, participants will complete a Lesson Modification Template that will help them to modify a lesson or unit in a way that enables students with Limited English Proficiency to have equal access to the curriculum.
Format and Requirements
| Session 1 | Introduction to English Language Proficiency Standards and Second Language Acquisition |
| Session 2 | Improving Access to the Curriculum for ELL Students |
| Session 3 | Involving Parents and Broadening Multicultural Understandings |
| Session 4 | How Technology Can Help ELL Students Access Learning |
| Session 5 | Assessment of ELL Students |
| Session 6 | Tying it all Together: Lesson Planning to Address the Needs of your Students |
Prerequisites
Participants are expected to have regular access to computers. In addition, participants should be proficient with using email, browsing the Internet, and navigating to computer files.
Content and Technology Standards
This course meets the standards for Content, Instructional Design, and Technology as defined in the National Standards of Quality for Online Courses, published by the North American Council for Online Learning (NACOL). This workshop provides teachers with an opportunity to meet the Engage in Professional Growth and Leadership standard as defined in the National Educational Technology Standards and Performance Indicators for Teachers, published by the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE).
