Eight years ago I began this regular feature where I share a few posts and resources from around the Web related to ESL/EFL or to language in general that have caught my attention.
You might also be interested in THE BEST RESOURCES, ARTICLES & BLOG POSTS FOR TEACHERS OF ELLS IN 2021.
Also, check out A Collection Of My Best Resources On Teaching English Language Learners.
In addition, look for our book on teaching ELLs, which was published in the Spring of 2018 and learn about our new book.
Here are this week’s choices:
NAVIGATING CULTURAL NUANCES is from Have Fun With English. I’m adding it to The Best Sites For Learning About The World’s Different Cultures.
NEW: Equity for MLs Begins with Equitable Scheduling.#mlchat #MLs #ELs #ELLs #ESL #leaderED
The way to check for equity for multilingual learners is by examining a school’s teacher & student scheduling practices, writes teacher & consultant Tan Huynh.https://t.co/XoMCc2oUYo pic.twitter.com/cPFtY04pqO
— MiddleWeb (@middleweb) April 29, 2024
Intervention based on science of reading, math boosts comprehension, word problem-solving skills is from Science Daily.
Google’s new ‘Speaking practice’ feature uses AI to help users improve their English skills is from TechCrunch. This will be great once it’s available in the U.S.
Interview with Matt Brooks-Green on Language Acquisition is from The Backseat Linguist.
‘Standard’ does not mean ‘better’. My new article about accent in ELT and ‘setting a good example’ can be found here: https://t.co/UYwW1ad5Se pic.twitter.com/6YmDSwD9bK
— Hancock McDonald ELT (@HancockMcDonald) April 30, 2024
Or, when an ELL teacher realizes the power of inductive learning, including the Picture Word Inductive Model, text data sets and concept attainment https://t.co/gaUZ8WPfLf
— Larry Ferlazzo (@Larryferlazzo) May 3, 2024
The effects of a newcomer program on the academic achievement of English Learners https://t.co/hcntKrZo2o
“On average, students experience a boost in their achievement…Conversely, students who are marginally eligible in middle school grades see a decline in achievement”
— Paul Bruno (@Paul__Bruno) May 2, 2024
🔗 To infographic pdf:https://t.co/pTyY9t0q3R
— TESOLgraphics (@tesolgraphics) May 3, 2024
I’m adding this tweet to THE BEST RESOURCES FOR LEARNING ABOUT THE PLYLER DECISION NOW THAT RIGHT-WINGERS ARE PLANNING A PUSH TO MAKE MIGRANT CHILDREN PAY TO ATTEND SCHOOL:
“Here’s a straightforward rule to follow: Never target children as instruments in a strategy of deterrence. They should not be used as human shields, and their mistreatment should not be threatened to discourage illegal immigration.”
An A+ for the Petrilli Rule https://t.co/DMGlP9E10A
— Jen Jennings, PhD (@eduwonkette_jen) May 3, 2024
My latest position paper for Oxford University Press is out now on ‘Humanising Technology in Language Learning & Teaching’.
Free download belowhttps://t.co/z8THAvEXje pic.twitter.com/wcLy2QmtVx
— Hayo Reinders (@hayoreinders) May 4, 2024
ELLs can watch this video and talk/write about what they saw:
Vintage technology concepts,
Which is your favourite?
— Science girl (@gunsnrosesgirl3) May 4, 2024
I’m adding this tweet to The Best Sites For Learning About World Refugee Day:
Biden has rebuilt the refugee system after Trump-era cuts. What comes next in an election year? (from @AP) https://t.co/ixCmDDgjUM
— Larry Ferlazzo (@Larryferlazzo) May 5, 2024
Eight years ago I began this regular feature where I share a few posts and resources from around the Web related to ESL/EFL or to language in general that have caught my attention. You might also be interested in THE BEST RESOURCES, ARTICLES & BLOG POSTS FOR TEACHERS OF ELLS IN 2021. Also, check out ESL Web, video Larry Ferlazzo’s Websites of the Day…
