Multilingual Learners

Aiming High: Why Rigorous Grade-Level Standards are Essential for English Learners in High School
English Language Learners (ELLs), High School Education, Teaching Strategies, Academic Language Development, Curriculum & Instruction Melissa Grinstead English Language Learners (ELLs), High School Education, Teaching Strategies, Academic Language Development, Curriculum & Instruction Melissa Grinstead

Aiming High: Why Rigorous Grade-Level Standards are Essential for English Learners in High School

High expectations matter for English Learners in high school. Discover why rigorous grade-level standards are essential for their academic future and explore research-backed strategies to help them access challenging English courses.

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The ESOL Teacher: Language Expert or Content Ally? A Debate on Roles
ESOL/ELL Education, Teaching Strategies, Educational Theory, Language Acquisition, Content-Based Instruction, Teacher Collaboration, Differentiated Instruction Melissa Grinstead ESOL/ELL Education, Teaching Strategies, Educational Theory, Language Acquisition, Content-Based Instruction, Teacher Collaboration, Differentiated Instruction Melissa Grinstead

The ESOL Teacher: Language Expert or Content Ally? A Debate on Roles

Language or content? This blog post debates the core role of the ESOL teacher and explores how to effectively support multilingual learners in the classroom.

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Beyond the Plateau: Understanding and Supporting Long-Term English Learners (LTELs)
English Language Learners (ELLs), Teaching Strategies, Differentiated Instruction, Student Intervention, Language Acquisition Melissa Grinstead English Language Learners (ELLs), Teaching Strategies, Differentiated Instruction, Student Intervention, Language Acquisition Melissa Grinstead

Beyond the Plateau: Understanding and Supporting Long-Term English Learners (LTELs)

Long-Term English Learners (LTELs) face unique challenges, often plateauing despite years of instruction. Explore the research-backed strategies needed to break through these barriers and foster academic success.

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Unpacking the Unique Needs: Supporting SLIFE Students in the Academic Realm
ELL/ESOL Education, Refugee/Immigrant Education, Teaching Strategies, Differentiated Instruction, Trauma-Informed Teaching, Educational Equity Melissa Grinstead ELL/ESOL Education, Refugee/Immigrant Education, Teaching Strategies, Differentiated Instruction, Trauma-Informed Teaching, Educational Equity Melissa Grinstead

Unpacking the Unique Needs: Supporting SLIFE Students in the Academic Realm

Understanding the complexities of SLIFE students is crucial for their success. Discover instructional strategies, including building foundational literacy, scaffolding content, and addressing socioemotional needs, to empower these learners.

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