Latino Students: Cultural Dos & Don’ts
Understanding Latino students involves recognizing their cultural backgrounds, acknowledging diversity, and fostering an inclusive educational environment. Here are some tips to help educators better understand and support Latino students.
8 Ways to Support Students in Uncertain Times
Support students in uncertain times: Reassure, validate emotions, encourage coping skills, and provide structure to promote stability and connection.
All Equal - Todos Iguales
At the core of humanity, we are all equal, connected by the search for love, understanding and a shared purpose in life.
Tips to Support English Language Learners in Developing Academic Oral Language
Provide dedicated time for oral development, use sheltered instruction, encourage peer learning, and teach explicit comprehension strategies.
Helpful Spanish Cognates You Need to Know
Cognates in Spanish are similar words in English that make learning easier. Recognizing them speeds up comprehension and vocabulary effectively.
Do’s and Don’ts of Communicating with Families of ELL Students
For the success of ELL students, it is vital to foster communication between family and school, regardless of English proficiency.
Fluency: Considerations and Strategies
ELLs may read fluently but lack comprehension. Balance fluency and comprehension, promote expressive and practical reading with recordings to improve pronunciation and understanding.
Fluency Skills Expressive Reading
Assess student’s English reading expression monthly. Use results to plan and share with other involved educators.
TIPS for Educators of ELLs in Grades: 4-12 Teaching Vocabulary
Assess student’s English reading expression monthly. Use results to plan and share with other involved educators.