English Language Learners

Professional Development Workshops

 Strategies that Ensure English Language Success for Grades K-12
Description: During this workshop, participants will learn how to identify the stages of language development for ELL learners. Through this workshop participants will acquire practical, research based information, resources, and strategies to teach, evaluate, and nurture ELL students. Participants will also learn how to employ effective instructional strategies that promote second language acquisition and content development.
Workshop Length: 2 to 3 Hours
Intended Audience: Grades K-12 Instructors, Curriculum Specialists, and Administrators

 Implementing Effective Schooling for English Language Learners for Grades K-12
Description: This workshop will equip principals and administrators with additional knowledge and expertise in order to improve the academic achievement of English language learners. The focus is on effective instructional strategies, student assessment, school climate, parent involvement, and other elements to improve the academic achievement of ELL students.
Workshop Length: 2 to 3 Hours
Intended Audience: Elementary School Principals, Curriculum Specialists, Bilingual and ESL Supervisors

 Meeting the Challenge of Content Instruction for English Language Learners for Grades K-12
Description: This workshop is intended to help teachers plan and deliver lessons that allow English learners to acquire academic knowledge as they develop English language proficiency. The focus is to facilitate high-quality instruction for ELL in content area (English, mathematics, science, social studies) teaching. This workshop provides an outline for systematic instruction that includes the following key components: background knowledge, comprehensible input, instructional strategies, lesson delivery and assessment.
Workshop Length: 4 to 5 Hours
Intended Audience: Grades K-12 Instructors, Curriculum Specialists, and Administrators

 Common Core State Standards – Applications for English Language Learners
Description: This workshop presents specific methods that instructors can employ to assist their students in the classroom by providing a framework of understanding, activities, and resources. Any educator that provides instruction to ELL students should attend this valuable workshop in order to prepare students for the rigorous expectations of the National Common Core.
Workshop Length: 2 to 3 Hours
Intended Audience: Grades K-12 Instructors, Curriculum Specialists, and Administrators

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