When you speak or write, you are doing so much more than you think you are. ELs must interpret not only the words and syntax, but also the intended meaning. It’s no wonder they often feel lost when they listen to native English speakers!
All teachers of English learners teach word meaning, but what exactly does that mean? Dr. Mooney shares insights into what we know when we know a word, and a few ways we can use games to help ELs learn more.
Academic language is difficult for many ELs, and it’s often the syntax, not just the vocabulary, that makes it so problematic. This week, Dr. Mooney shares a few insights to help you better understand the syntax of English.
Knowing how English works to create words can help you guide your students in their language development. Prefixes, Greek Roots, Word Investigations – They’re all a part of this week’s article!
What is phonology and why does it matter in your classroom? Dr. Mooney gives the background on how we create sounds in English and why those sounds can be so confusing for English Learners.
Sometimes teachers are confused when they hear English learners chattering away in English during informal conversations, but stumbling to complete academic tasks. Knowing that students must learn a different type of language for school helps to clea...
The acronyms related to teaching English learners can be baffling, but they don’t have to be! In this follow-up to the June 4 article, you’ll gain insight into more of the most important TESOL terms.
Not knowing what all the acronyms mean when you read articles about teaching English learners can make you feel like you don’t belong in the conversation. But…you DO! Keep reading for explanations you can use right away.
Current Discussions
-
Infographic
Thanks for the Phonology infographic! Very helpful info for me and my district!
-
Artist’s/Writer’s Workshop
The Universal Language of Pictures: A Critical Tool for Advancing Student Writing by Beth Olshansky provides a strong rationale for leading students to begin their writing projects with artwork. You can read my article about a few of her ideas, but w...
-
Enjoyed learning about this alternative to frontloading vocabulary. I think there are many teachers out there who teach using a discovery method like you shared in the magnetism lesson example, but they don’t realize the importance of connectin...
