Eps 1801: evidence-based ell practice
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The podcast discusses evidence-based practices for English language learners (ELLs), noting that many schools and educators struggle to support these students effectively. The host interviews Dr. Diane Staehr Fenner, an expert in this field, who shares a range of strategies and resources for improving ELL instruction. Fenner emphasizes the need to focus on individual students' needs, create a welcoming classroom environment, and provide explicit language instruction in context. She also highlights the value of relying on data and research to guide teaching practices and advocate for ELLs' needs, both at the classroom and policy levels.
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Host
Madison Walker
Podcast Content
Welcome to today's podcast on evidence-based ELL practice. ELL, or English Language Learners, refers to students who are learning English as a second language. English is a complicated language, and learning it can be a daunting task for many students. It is important to have evidence-based strategies and practices in place to support these students and help them succeed.
One evidence-based practice is to use differentiated instruction. This means tailoring instruction to meet the individual needs of each student. Differentiated instruction recognizes that every student has unique skills, experiences, and learning styles. By using differentiated instruction, teachers can provide each student with appropriate materials, resources, and assessments that match their learning needs and preferences.
Another evidence-based practice is to incorporate technology into ELL instruction. Technology can provide many benefits to ELL students, such as a variety of visual aids, interactive activities, and multimedia resources that help them understand the language better. Technology can also provide a platform for students to practice and improve their language skills through online language courses, language apps, and language-learning games.
Response to Intervention (RTI) is another evidence-based practice that can support ELL students. RTI is a multi-tiered approach to providing academic and behavioral support to students who struggle with learning. This approach involves screening, monitoring, and providing targeted interventions to students based on their specific needs and performance levels. By using this approach, teachers can identify and address any issues that ELL students may have early on, before they become more significant.
Another effective evidence-based practice is to use a bilingual approach to ELL instruction. Many ELL students may have difficulty in understanding classroom instruction, as well as communicating with their peers and teachers. By providing the instruction in both English and the student's native language, ELL students can better understand the content and vocabulary of the lesson. Also, teachers can use this approach to build a strong foundation in the student's native language while introducing English.
Finally, it is important to create a positive and supportive classroom environment for ELL students to thrive. This includes building strong relationships with ELL students through regular communication and encourage them to share their cultures and experiences. Teachers should also encourage ELL students to practice their language skills through peer-to-peer interaction, group discussions, and class presentations.
In conclusion, evidence-based ELL practice involves many strategies and practices that are tailored to the individual needs and preferences of ELL students. By using differentiated instruction, incorporating technology, using RTI, adopting bilingual approaches, and creating a supportive classroom environment, teachers can help ELL students succeed in their academic and personal lives. So let's all work together to make our classrooms more inclusive and equitable for ELL students.