English Second Language Course

TEACHING ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (METHODS OF STRUCTURED ENGLISH IMMERSION FOR SECONDARY EDUCATION)

Directions: This is a two-part assignment. The class that was observed was a Secondary 11th Grade US History Class. Please read the directions carefully and complete the assignment in its entirety. This is due within 32 hours. Attached you will find readings that may help answer some of the questions.

Part 1. ( See attachment ESL-545-RS-Instructional Strategy)

Language is comprised of interconnected components. Teachers engage ELLs in speaking, listening, reading, and writing activities to reinforce all areas of English language development and to better assess their progress.

For this assignment, select a grade level 6-12, and complete Part 1 of the "Instructional Strategies for ELLs" template. Identify and summarize research-based instructional strategies to address listening, speaking, and vocabulary development with ELLs at each of the following proficiency levels: pre-emergent, emergent, basic, low intermediate, and high intermediate.

While APA format is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected.

This assignment uses a rubric. Review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion

Part 2. (The Class that was observed was an 11th Grade US History Class)

Allocate at least 5 hours in the field to support this field experience.

Observe at least one grade 6-12 classroom with ELLs. Focus your observations on the strategies utilized to develop listening, speaking, and vocabulary. Discuss with your mentor teacher strategies they employ to differentiate instruction and assessment to meet the learning needs of all students.

Use any remaining field experience hours to assist the mentor teacher in providing instruction and support to the class.

Write a 250-500 word reflection regarding your observations. Your reflection should include an example of the effective use of a strategy within each of the following domains: 

· Listening

· Speaking

· Vocabulary development

How could these strategies be differentiated to accommodate ELLs at various levels of English language proficiency?

APA format is not required, but solid academic writing is expected.

This assignment uses a rubric. Review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.