Week 2 DQ 1 and DQ 2... 200 words each

DQ 1:

The beginning of the year language assessment scores from the AZELLA show your fifth grade student, Alexandra, performing at a basic level of proficiency. Discuss how you can use the English Language Proficiency Standards (ELPS) from Arizona to scaffold instruction for her to support her language needs. 

Reference:  http://www.colorincolorado.org/web_resources/by_state/ 

DQ2:

 What are two alternative methods of assessment you could use with ELL students? How might these help to show progress in the development of English language skills?