ELL STUDENTS Iris Gunnarsdottir RECOGNIZING AN ELL STUDENT
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ELL STUDENTS Iris Gunnarsdottir
RECOGNIZING AN ELL STUDENT Is very easy; Know few words in English sometimes none at all Look lost in most cases Remain silent in the class room
“SILENT PERIOD” Can last from just a few days to several months or even a year This period does not just bring discomfort to the student but also the teacher The student is not just concerned with learning the content, communication with other students and teachers but also understanding the socio-cultural framework of the school. The teacher in most cases is concerned that not enough is being done for the student due to the silent/no feedback.
A SECOND LANGUAGE How a second language is acquired is still not certain. Different with every person, some “take off” while others struggle. 3 factors that affect learning; Learner characteristics or personal traits Situational or environmental factors Prior language development and competence
WHEN LEARNING ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE…. Several areas of importance students must gain: Basic Interpersonal Communication Skills (social interaction) Cognitive Academic Language Proficiency (language required for success in academic disciplines) Basic-level concepts, image schemas Reading and listening comprehension Knowledge of a specific content area as well as scripts for school
MYTHS 1. 2. Students can learn English quickly by being exposed to and surrounded by native language speakers! The ability to converse comfortably in English signals proficiency and means the child should be achieving academically. 3. Students should learn English before attempting to study an academic subject in that language. 4. ELL students should stop speaking their native language and concentrate on speaking English.
Websites you can use to find more info: http: //www. education. com/reference/article/who-ell-english-languagelearner/? page=6 http: //www 2. education. ualberta. ca/staff/olenka. Bilash/best%20 of%20 bilash/ELL students. html
