Scaffolding 1 What is scaffolding Temporary supports that

Scaffolding 1

What is scaffolding? Temporary supports that make content more accessible for beginning language learners. Psychologist Lev Vygotsky called this area the “zone of proximal development. ” As the student becomes more competent, the support is gradually removed until the student is able to perform the task without assistance. 2

What are some ways to add scaffolding to instruction and assessment? n n n Simplify the Language Provide Choices Visuals and Graphics n n Manipulatives Cooperative Learning Simplify the Format Model, Model 3

Simplify the Language Use short phrases n Reduce sentence length n Limit number of sentences n 4

Provide Choices Allow options in tasks n Provide a word bank n Ask for completion, not generation n 5

Visuals & Graphics Use meaningful pictures n Provide graphic organizers n Allow pictoral responses n Teach visualization strategies n 6

Manipulatives Real artifacts n Maps, globes, models n Create games n Art projects n Publish books n Poster projects n Experiments n Photo essays n 7

Cooperative Learning Literature discussion groups n Role plays n Projects-art, research, internet n Buddy reading n Think alouds n Problem solving n 8

Simplify the Format n n n Reduce page clutter Limit use of needless visuals Space out on the page n n Use large font size Add boldfaced type Use text boxes Divide into sections 9

Model, Model n n n Demonstrate Simulate Activate Provide examples Write key points Repeat, repeat, repeat…………. . 10

What does scaffolding help beginning language learners do? Understand academic language n Grasp content material more easily n Make connections n Build confidence n Demonstrate their strengths n 11

What are you waiting for? Your diverse community of learners is counting on you to provide them with the support they need to be successful!!! 12