English Language Learners
Discover ways to optimize instruction to address the needs of students who are learning English.
Making Project-Based Learning More Accessible for Multilingual Students
With appropriate scaffolding, multilingual students can successfully engage in all phases of PBL.446Scaffolding 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.21.8kActivating 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.14.8kCelebrating 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.5457Making 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.8.1k6 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.53.5kTaking 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.1.8kSupporting 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.10.7kMaking Assessments More Equitable for Multilingual Learners
Teachers can take steps to make sure that tests only measure students’ content knowledge rather than their reading comprehension.58010 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.6.2k5 Playful Strategies That Reduce Language Learning Anxiety
We visited a classroom in Denmark to see how a playful learning philosophy can put students at ease and make language learning joyful and engaging.1.2k60-Second Strategy: Double Circle
With a simple discussion activity that gets every learner in the class speaking and listening, teachers can help students boost conversation skills—and develop their opinions.1.1kPreparing Families for the New School Year
A few tips for ensuring that students—particularly those with disabilities and English learners—and their families get the year off to a good start.447Activating Prior Knowledge With English Language Learners
Students learn better when they first access what they already know—and this plays a big role in improving English language learners’ academic literacy.10.7kThe Necessity of Having High Expectations
Conveying compassion for students while holding them to high standards can help improve equity in education.7.8k