English Language Learners
Discover ways to optimize instruction to address the needs of students who are learning English.
12 Books About Bridging Language Barriers
These picture books feature characters who find ways to communicate with older relatives or with each other, even when they don’t share a common language.1371Activating Learning by Milling to Music
When students pretend they’re at a fancy party making small talk, a simple brainstorm for writing ideas becomes more lively, more cooperative—and more effective.14.9kMaking Space for Native Languages in Newcomer Classrooms
When English language learners are given consistent opportunities to practice their home languages in class, their English proficiency flourishes—along with their sense of belonging and identity.8.2k
12 Fun Speaking Games for Language Learners
Every teacher has faced the struggle of encouraging students to speak. Here's a list of a fun activities to get your students to talking.103.5kUsing AI to Support Multilingual Students
Artificial intelligence tools can help multilingual students better understand complex texts in English.362
6 Essential Strategies for Teaching English Language Learners
We interviewed educators with decades of experience in teaching ELLs and tapped a network of experts and observers to find the strategies that work.55kScaffolding for Experienced English Language Learners
In higher grades, multilingual students need to develop a grasp of academic English. Here’s how to help them acquire the skills they need.22.3kEnhancing Collaboration Between Classroom Teachers and ELL Specialists
English language learners really benefit when teachers establish effective teamwork to support them.360Taking a Playful Approach to Assessment
When teachers bring collaboration, creativity, and movement into assessment, anxiety and dread give way to confidence and joy as students show off what they have learned.2.1kCelebrating Linguistic Diversity in Your Classroom
A fun and meaningful activity can help young learners embrace their own identities and develop an appreciation for their classmates’ identities.5915Supporting Multilingual Students in the Early Grades
Five ways teachers can celebrate and extend the linguistic expertise of young students who speak two or more languages.10.8kHow Coding Can Support Language Learning
Focusing on future-ready skills—like computer science and app development—helps English language learners become better critical thinkers and more fluent speakers.54310 Strategies That Support English Language Learners Across All Subjects
Teachers of any subject can use these tips to help English language learners be more engaged and at ease in class.6.8k
8 Strategies for Teaching Academic Language
Ideas for developing students’ capacity to understand and use discipline-specific terminology and the language used in instruction.24.5k
Preparing for Cultural Diversity: Resources for Teachers
How can teachers prepare for diverse classrooms? There isn't a definitive answer, but there is a wealth of resources online. Discover some helpful links for teachers.17.1k
