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judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Welcome to #ELLCHAT. Q1) Please post your names, what you teach and where you’re from.

C_C_Mitchell Jul 11 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Why Getting a Student's Name Right Is Important for All School Staff https://t.co/dn4RD1dLyF #ellchat https://t.co/Bz56ZkKUgO

vlcorr Jul 11 @ 9:01 PM EDT

A1. Victoria, Science Teacher from Woodstock, GA! #ellchat

Paridad_US Jul 11 @ 9:01 PM EDT

A1 Paridad Education Consulting - a group of EL/Bilingual education consultants that work around the US #ellchat

maggieessig Jul 11 @ 9:01 PM EDT

A1 Maggie from IL - EL/Bilingual Specialist/Consultant for @IL_Resource_Ctr & @Paridad_US #ellchat

lfortewilliams Jul 11 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Larissa from Indiana. HS ESL #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:02 PM EDT

A1 Judie Haynes,former ESL teacher, author & professional dev provider. #ELLCHAT

TheESOLNinja Jul 11 @ 9:02 PM EDT

A1: My name is Melisa. I teach middle school in MD #ellchat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:02 PM EDT

A1 Hello #ELLCHAT I’m Karen Nemeth author/consultant on earlyed for ELLs/DLLs at https://t.co/KPk1jEvOqq and co-host of this chat

HSeslteacher Jul 11 @ 9:03 PM EDT

A1: Shaeley, K12 ESL instructional coach in Central Iowa #ELLChat

SNRam18 Jul 11 @ 9:03 PM EDT

A1 Sangeetha in Pittsburgh! Im a K12 ESL T who works w/elementary Ss. Im also an adjunct Ed Prof at a local uni teaching ESL ed #ELLchat

hacasper21 Jul 11 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Heidi Casper. Just moved to VA and will be teaching ELL K-5 #ELLCHAT

C_C_Mitchell Jul 11 @ 9:05 PM EDT

Pronouncing Student Names Correctly: A Quick Guide https://t.co/vF3gYDFcIW #ellchat https://t.co/JOvlrveMyw

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Q2) Do you think there are social/ emotional effects for ELLs if their names are not correctly pronounced? How? #ELLCHAT

suepetersen17 Jul 11 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Hi, Sue Ell k-5 from Minnesota #ellchat

Steff_Snell Jul 11 @ 9:07 PM EDT

A1: Steffany Snell from Reading, PA. I teach K-5 ESL. Hello #ellchat

vlcorr Jul 11 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A2. Your name is the one thing that is your own. Don't take away Ss prized possession. #ellchat

orgANNEizedKaos Jul 11 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1 I'm an elementary esol teacher in Takoma park Maryland #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A2) For ELLs a teacher who can pronounce their name correctly signals respect #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:09 PM EDT

A2 I always think of the youngest ELLs/DLLs in their 1st experience at school, and people can’t say their name! #ELLCHAT

TheESOLNinja Jul 11 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A2: I think there are social effects. By middle school, many Ss expect Ts to pronounce their names incorrectly. I strive not to. #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A2) Pronouncing ELLs' names correctly marks a critical step in helping them adjust to school. #ELLCHAT

lfortewilliams Jul 11 @ 9:10 PM EDT

It dishonors who they are when students names are pronounced correctly #ellchat

kungfukitty75 Jul 11 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A2: When I make effort to learn a difficult name, it shows I care and value their identity. #ellchat

HSeslteacher Jul 11 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A2: Depends on student, but we should do everything we can to make them feel welcome in school. Saying name right is small step #ELLChat

lfortewilliams Jul 11 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A2: students try to act as though it doesn't bother them but I believe it does. #ellchat

SNRam18 Jul 11 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A2 Im not an ELL, but having Ts not try or say my name correctly, was very upsetting. I do my best 2 not treat my ELLs the same way #ELLchat

lauren_dill Jul 11 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Good evening! Joining a bit late tonight! #ELLChat

lfortewilliams Jul 11 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A2: students appreciate the effort no matter how much they try to tell you it's OK if you say it incorrectly #ellchat

FloradTeach Jul 11 @ 9:11 PM EDT

#ellchat A2 A name = identity, names have special meanings and we must make every effort to pronounce properly.

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A2) Mispronounced name can be 1st of many slights ELLs will encounter in school. #ELLCHAT

orgANNEizedKaos Jul 11 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A2 names are our identities. Mispronouncing a name can belittle or demean someone #ellchat

Steff_Snell Jul 11 @ 9:12 PM EDT

@HSeslteacher Well said! Completely agree! #ellchat

lauren_dill Jul 11 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1. Engagement Director for @ELLevationED and I support ELL compliance and instruction programs across the US, based in N. TX #ELLCHAT

kungfukitty75 Jul 11 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Hi, Friend!! 👋🏻👋🏻@lauren_dill #ELLChat https://t.co/PlVlzfBaVV

lauren_dill Jul 11 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Good evening! Joining a bit late tonight! #ELLChat

SNRam18 Jul 11 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A2 in many Asian cultures, addressing someone by name is a sign of respect #ellchat

suepetersen17 Jul 11 @ 9:13 PM EDT

@HSeslteacher agreed it does depend on the student. Some students just want to go by their "American" name #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:14 PM EDT

As teachers we do not always succeed in this but need to continually try. #ELLCHAT https://t.co/z9uoyi6v3P

SNRam18 Jul 11 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A2 Im not an ELL, but having Ts not try or say my name correctly, was very upsetting. I do my best 2 not treat my ELLs the same way #ELLchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:14 PM EDT

So true! #ELLCHAT https://t.co/0J0wkFxxlt

orgANNEizedKaos Jul 11 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A2 names are our identities. Mispronouncing a name can belittle or demean someone #ellchat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A2 Yes, it’s a respect issue, but for youngest children it is also a cause for feeling unwelcome, disconnected, maybe unsafe! #ellchat

C_C_Mitchell Jul 11 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Mispronouncing Students' Names: A Slight That Can Cut Deep https://t.co/pTONwU1ZOU #ellchat https://t.co/C7ym6xIQ9z

Steff_Snell Jul 11 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2: What message are we sending to st. if we don't pronounce their names correctly? Mispronounced once, ok, shouldn't happen again! #ellchat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2 Older Ss can reason “that person doesn’t respect me” but young ones think “why am I not important?” #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2 - Great resource - Getting it Right - Reference Guides for Registering Students With Non-English Names - https://t.co/zaFfwisLiL #ELLCHAT

lauren_dill Jul 11 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2: A non-ELL takes offense bc it is devaluing; same for an ELL. Trust is crucial for our Ss, names are the 1st step to building it #ELLCHAT

highlandmom Jul 11 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2 #ellchat I believe all effort to say the name the way their parents intended brings rapport to another level.

katrocada Jul 11 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Whoops! Late arrival to #ellchat ! Good evening!

kungfukitty75 Jul 11 @ 9:17 PM EDT

#ellchat https://t.co/EQSYRY6c3F

DdelaneyDiana Jul 11 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A1A2 Hi, I teach ELL Ss in grades1,3,4,5. Ts need to set example for other Ss and care about pronouncing names correctly. #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2) Your classroom may be ELLs' 1st connection to a new culture. We need to make them feel welcome. #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Q3) How do you help gen ed teachers & staff learn how to pronounce ELLs’names? #ELLCHAT

TheESOLNinja Jul 11 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A2: Here's an article about this topic: https://t.co/irCdkNU8rP #ellchat

CAellchat Jul 11 @ 9:18 PM EDT

"Your name is tied to your identity." -@tovarsusd #ellchat #CAEllchat

orgANNEizedKaos Jul 11 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A2 I'll always ask a student because sometimes older students want to be called something else, a more "American" sounding name #ELLCHAT

HSeslteacher Jul 11 @ 9:19 PM EDT

@kungfukitty75 Going to print this one in color, hang it in my office, & make a copy for registrars, too. powerful #ELLChat

hacasper21 Jul 11 @ 9:19 PM EDT

I've always made an effort to call students by their given name. I have to be the model for other students and gen Ed teachers #ELLCHAT

suepetersen17 Jul 11 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A2 I sure will share this with my colleagues. Thank you #ellchat https://t.co/FGppob5WY3

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2 - Great resource - Getting it Right - Reference Guides for Registering Students With Non-English Names - https://t.co/zaFfwisLiL #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A3) record name on your phone so that you can hear it as many times as you need. #ELLCHAT

vlcorr Jul 11 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A3. Modeling pronunciation mostly #ellchat

MrsYanong Jul 11 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A2 #ellchat. Yes,undervaluing name/identity from the beginning can cause Ss to do it themselves later. Do I belong? https://t.co/pPszbIrX3O

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A2 Yes, it’s a respect issue, but for youngest children it is also a cause for feeling unwelcome, disconnected, maybe unsafe! #ellchat

katrocada Jul 11 @ 9:20 PM EDT

This is simple and brilliant. #ellchat #edtechchat https://t.co/Ayh7shQ4gv

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A3) record name on your phone so that you can hear it as many times as you need. #ELLCHAT

FloradTeach Jul 11 @ 9:20 PM EDT

#ellchat. What is a gen Ed teacher?

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A3 To start with, help people understand that calling everyone “hon” or “sweetie” is NOT the answer and you get a lot of defense #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A2) Many students change their name because they think Americans will not be able to pronounce it. #ELLCHAT https://t.co/7dIq7Srytz

orgANNEizedKaos Jul 11 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A2 I'll always ask a student because sometimes older students want to be called something else, a more "American" sounding name #ELLCHAT

lauren_dill Jul 11 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A3: I used to give a phonetic spelled card that I would hand to teachers with the correct way to say the students name. #ELLCHAT

TheESOLNinja Jul 11 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A3: i model the pronunciation and if I am familiar with the language, I give a phonics lesson #ellchat

vlcorr Jul 11 @ 9:21 PM EDT

@KarenNemethEdM or GIVING them a nickname because you can't pronounce their name.... #ellchat

hacasper21 Jul 11 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Why wouldn't students feel more welcome when they are called by the same name used in their homes? #ELLCHAT

suepetersen17 Jul 11 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A3 has anyone used a website that helps with name pronouncing? #ellchat

orgANNEizedKaos Jul 11 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A3 repeat repeat repeat. Also writing it phonetically #ELLCHAT

SNRam18 Jul 11 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A3 I usually show them but suggest they ask the Ss as well. It shows that Gen Ed Ts are willing to try & thats important #ellchat

maggieessig Jul 11 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A3 I've written names phonetically and/or recorded myself saying names to help Ts #ellchat

vlcorr Jul 11 @ 9:22 PM EDT

@suepetersen17 I have googled some names before the student came to my classroom. #ellchat

HSeslteacher Jul 11 @ 9:22 PM EDT

@FloradTeach General education (classroom teacher) #ELLChat

MrsYanong Jul 11 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A3. I don't shy away from emphasizing correct pronunciation w colleagues... & pushing when someone says the student "doesn't mind" #ellchat

tovarsusd Jul 11 @ 9:23 PM EDT

I always open my workshops with this video: https://t.co/GRPC7Fwyoe #ellchat #CAellchat #NamesMatter

SNRam18 Jul 11 @ 9:23 PM EDT

@vlcorr @KarenNemethEdM My Ts wouldnt try & just asked 4 a nickname. Very disheartening when ur a child! #ellchat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A3 I cover this in workshops. Not simple. Some schools have rule to use name on birth certificate - they might never have heard it! #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:23 PM EDT

@hacasper21 Yes. I advocate that Ss not change their names but sometimes parents change because they think ELLs will fit in better. #ELLCHAT

lfortewilliams Jul 11 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A3: Many have said model it. I agree. Say it as much as possible so they hear it and see us using it correctly. #ellchat

kungfukitty75 Jul 11 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3: Find a way to spell it out so you can understand. #ellchat https://t.co/FJrVlSEoAC

vlcorr Jul 11 @ 9:25 PM EDT

@SNRam18 @KarenNemethEdM Unfortunately, I've seen it too. #ellchat

Paridad_US Jul 11 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Agree. Especially when Ts expect Ss to pronounce their names correctly. Expectation should be reciprocal #ellchat https://t.co/HPeCuugS2C

MrsYanong Jul 11 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A3. I don't shy away from emphasizing correct pronunciation w colleagues... & pushing when someone says the student "doesn't mind" #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Q3 - I think tchrs should never suggest a nickname. #ELLCHAT https://t.co/9pw3I62Zkr

SNRam18 Jul 11 @ 9:23 PM EDT

@vlcorr @KarenNemethEdM My Ts wouldnt try & just asked 4 a nickname. Very disheartening when ur a child! #ellchat

tovarsusd Jul 11 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Great resource for all. I had the honor of mtg. the CEO of @NameCoach year. #ellchat #CAellchat #NamesMatter https://t.co/06QT9jctN4

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A3 If child is named José Luis, what if family calls him Joe? JL? Junior? Luis? Louis? Lumpy? Is it our right to draw the line? #ELLCHAT

lauren_dill Jul 11 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A3: My son's books on dinosaurs taught me the importance of phonetic spelling! #ELLCHAT https://t.co/WSggDWC9vp

DdelaneyDiana Jul 11 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A3 At my school, the Ts ask the Ss to help them pronounce their name. But Ss sometimes use the American name in class. #ELLCHAT

ohmygoddard_ Jul 11 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A3:I have no issue with reminding a teacher how to correctly pronounce a student's name. Most times the teacher appreciates it! #ellchat

suepetersen17 Jul 11 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A3 I can record the student saying their name and than practice it and also share that recording with other teachers #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Q4) Do you think that mispronouncing ELLs’ names can affect their academic learning? Why? #ELLCHAT

maggieessig Jul 11 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A3 I like to ready "My Name is Maria Isabel" @almaflorada to begin name/identity discussion w/ Ss. I've also passed it to some Ts #ellchat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A2 + A3 I think part of the respect is just in showing you are willing to try to pronounce names - the effort #ELLCHAT

vlcorr Jul 11 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A4. Who wants to learn in an environment that they don't feel respected or important in? #notme #ellchat

TheESOLNinja Jul 11 @ 9:29 PM EDT

@KarenNemethEdM If a student requests a name other than what is on my attendance roster, I usually honor the request #ellchat

lauren_dill Jul 11 @ 9:29 PM EDT

@DdelaneyDiana How can the school help their given name be equally as respected and valued? #ellchat

ohmygoddard_ Jul 11 @ 9:29 PM EDT

This is a great idea! Thanks for sharing @suepetersen17 #ellchat https://t.co/Fy0mCW67jS

suepetersen17 Jul 11 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A3 I can record the student saying their name and than practice it and also share that recording with other teachers #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:29 PM EDT

@KarenNemethEdM A3- In some cultures have a nickname for family that should not be used in school. #ELLCHAT

C_C_Mitchell Jul 11 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Pronouncing Student Names Correctly: A Quick Guide https://t.co/vF3gYDFcIW #ellchat https://t.co/rA7gt3swtW

DdelaneyDiana Jul 11 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Good point and I ask them what do your parents call you? #ELLCHAT https://t.co/Ir8928MWI6

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A3 If child is named José Luis, what if family calls him Joe? JL? Junior? Luis? Louis? Lumpy? Is it our right to draw the line? #ELLCHAT

TheESOLNinja Jul 11 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A4: I think that Ss connect better and work harder for Ts that respect all aspects of their culture #ellchat

Steff_Snell Jul 11 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A4: I do! st. need to be invested to lrn. How do we get st. to care about lrning if we don't care to pronounce their name correctly #ellchat

HSeslteacher Jul 11 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A4: It's issue of identity, not seeing where they fit in school if name mispronounced. If I'm not valued for who I am, why try? #ELLChat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A3 but we have to also recognize that adult ears can’t always hear the sounds of other languages - we’ll never get it perfect #ELLCHAT

orgANNEizedKaos Jul 11 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A4 mispronouncing a name can impact a student academically; if they feel unwelcome or unsupported. It can all start with a name #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A4) This chat was inspired by NABE;s My Name, My Identity campaign. My Name, My Identity Campaign https://t.co/WekA5i2tjp #ELLCHAT

Paridad_US Jul 11 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A4 It can be difficult to participate in discussions when you're not sure if people are referring to you or not #ellchat

katrocada Jul 11 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A4 I think it can, potentially. Pronunciation=respect=lower affective filter. #ellchat By the way, hi, I'm Kate, MS/HS ELL teacher in WMass

SNRam18 Jul 11 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A4 I think if we show our ELLs respect, they will respect us & what we teach. How can we make our classrooms welcoming if we dont? #ellchat

DdelaneyDiana Jul 11 @ 9:32 PM EDT

We have had good discussions and talk about what name is used at home. #ELLCHAT https://t.co/Q2oAsBMJxa

lauren_dill Jul 11 @ 9:29 PM EDT

@DdelaneyDiana How can the school help their given name be equally as respected and valued? #ellchat

TheESOLNinja Jul 11 @ 9:32 PM EDT

@KarenNemethEdM True. Some of us also have accents that are going to hinder us from pronouncing any type of name correctly #ellchat

HSeslteacher Jul 11 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A4: Related issue is Ts talking about 1 student but using 2 different names. Leads to confusion & collaboration issues! #ELLChat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A4 Yes it’s not just the experience of the ELL, but also how other students view the importance of respecting each other #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A4) Good resource. Teachers! Please Learn Our Names. https://t.co/IoG7UaTdpk #ELLCHAT

tovarsusd Jul 11 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Great resource for all @NameCoach. #ellchat #CAellchat #NamesMatter https://t.co/MhYlWjHnzx

ohmygoddard_ Jul 11 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A4: Ss give more effort for Ts whom they respect more which can lead to academic gain in classes where Ts correctly learn names. #ellchat

TheESOLNinja Jul 11 @ 9:33 PM EDT

@hacasper21 @KarenNemethEdM True. When I have a parent conference, I refer to the student by the legal name #ellchat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A3 Lots of good suggestions to talk to student about name - but what if the child is 3 or 4 years old? #ELLCHAT

SNRam18 Jul 11 @ 9:34 PM EDT

#ELLCHAT These were the signs a T made 4 my door! It made me laugh but my coworkers stopped calling me "Ms.R" :) https://t.co/wVSBOhQBiE

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A4) If a student doesn't feel valued, it can affect their self-esteem and in turn their academic learning. #ELLCHAT

Steff_Snell Jul 11 @ 9:34 PM EDT

@KarenNemethEdM Agree, but st know when we're trying!I've had st laugh when I practice saying names & that's ok!Trying shows u care #ellchat

katrocada Jul 11 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Sometimes we use humor to illustrate important points :) #ellchat https://t.co/w0d3xqNBzS

SNRam18 Jul 11 @ 9:34 PM EDT

#ELLCHAT These were the signs a T made 4 my door! It made me laugh but my coworkers stopped calling me "Ms.R" :) https://t.co/wVSBOhQBiE

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A3 I wrote this name issue into my children’s books New Words, New Friends https://t.co/nOhIjYxLaG #ELLCHAT

suepetersen17 Jul 11 @ 9:36 PM EDT

a3 I looked at this site today https://t.co/lpc4iiHXbB it might be a good resource #ellchat

tovarsusd Jul 11 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Check out @NameCoach's video https://t.co/CxBEBuo0YG #ellchat #CAellchat #NamesMatter

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A4) The Low Self-Esteem Student https://t.co/UW3Dtge5I0 #ELLCHAT

DdelaneyDiana Jul 11 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A4 Yes, it does affect Ss. Teachers can show respect and Ss will feel welcomed. #ellchat

SharonJKGlenn Jul 11 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A4) Just volunteered at Spanish Health Ministry's VBS tonight. Asked child right way to say her name, she said Mom calls me both! #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A2) Newly arrived ELLs have already lost their homes, schools, friends, extended famiiles. Let's not let them lose their names. #ELLCHAT

ohmygoddard_ Jul 11 @ 9:39 PM EDT

I can see my Ss doing this to their lockers!(Which might not be a bad idea & actually bring awareness) #ellchat https://t.co/QaDJS7iLSn

SNRam18 Jul 11 @ 9:34 PM EDT

#ELLCHAT These were the signs a T made 4 my door! It made me laugh but my coworkers stopped calling me "Ms.R" :) https://t.co/wVSBOhQBiE

tovarsusd Jul 11 @ 9:39 PM EDT

I met @NameCoach's CEO last year at an @edtechteam summit. He attended my wrkshp & share his passion/story for learning Ss names. #ellchat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A3 “To say a friend’s name is the best thing to do” New Words, New Friends story for #Earlyed https://t.co/nOhIjYxLaG #ELLCHAT

C_C_Mitchell Jul 11 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Why Getting a Student's Name Right Is Important for All School Staff https://t.co/dn4RD1dLyF #ellchat @mynamemyid_ https://t.co/XWTSZ7g0B9

lauren_dill Jul 11 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A4: Saying a name correctly can be the start to success! #ELLCHAT https://t.co/pOTZGMG3ZB

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A3 Another children’s book about name identity: My Name is Yoon https://t.co/iIIwY5Dffh #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Q5) What kinds of name activities could a teacher do in class to make ELLs’ feel welcome? #ELLCHAT

MrsYanong Jul 11 @ 9:42 PM EDT

And it really truly takes such little effort... But goes a long way in saying "I care who you are" #ellchat https://t.co/rHnK0J8Dy8

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A2) Newly arrived ELLs have already lost their homes, schools, friends, extended famiiles. Let's not let them lose their names. #ELLCHAT

tovarsusd Jul 11 @ 9:42 PM EDT

"Relationships are at the center of how students remember their teachers." Via @MindShiftKQED #ellchat #CAellchat https://t.co/zAYutKEi4A

Paridad_US Jul 11 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Beautifully said, @MrsYanong. #ellchat https://t.co/2EOdr11rM9

MrsYanong Jul 11 @ 9:42 PM EDT
And it really truly takes such little effort... But goes a long way in saying "I care who you are" #ellchat https://t.co/rHnK0J8Dy8
- judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:39 PM EDT
  
  A2) Newly arrived ELLs have already lost their homes, schools, friends, extended famiiles. Let's not let them lose their names. #ELLCHAT

DdelaneyDiana Jul 11 @ 9:44 PM EDT

This is a good book to use in the beginning of the year. #ellchat https://t.co/Ovz421V3zc

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A3 Another children’s book about name identity: My Name is Yoon https://t.co/iIIwY5Dffh #ellchat

maggieessig Jul 11 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A3 @KarenNemethEdM The Name Jar is one of my favorites! https://t.co/HFA0m5wtFW #ellchat

SNRam18 Jul 11 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A5 I read The Name Jar or My name is Sundol. I have done this in Gen Ed classrooms & we make signs like in the latter book #ellchat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A3 The Name Jar children’s book about a child’s experience when kids can’t pronounce her name https://t.co/g1WhzicP5c #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:45 PM EDT

I love this poster! Thanks for sharing! #ELLCHAT https://t.co/Hifizo5vt5

tovarsusd Jul 11 @ 9:42 PM EDT

"Relationships are at the center of how students remember their teachers." Via @MindShiftKQED #ellchat #CAellchat https://t.co/zAYutKEi4A

C_C_Mitchell Jul 11 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Lesson-Sharing Site for English-Language-Learner Teachers in Development https://t.co/FyPSSnkkEi #ellchat https://t.co/qNgnip0X33

TwitLiveEvents Jul 11 @ 9:45 PM EDT

July 11, 2016 at 10:00PM Twitter Chat - #ellchat #TwitterChat Visit https://t.co/52cTeoQ3Zw for more events.

SNRam18 Jul 11 @ 9:45 PM EDT

@KarenNemethEdM Great minds think alike! Do you have any more book suggestions? #ellchat

Paridad_US Jul 11 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A5 Ask name-related questions one-on-one. Having to clarify in whole group can be daunting! #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Hi! Can you post books about names under A5. They would make good name activities for teachers. #ELLCHAT https://t.co/zUPuf0mQ8R

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A3 The Name Jar children’s book about a child’s experience when kids can’t pronounce her name https://t.co/g1WhzicP5c #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A5) Good point! #ELLCHAT https://t.co/QDPkK9p8Cu

Paridad_US Jul 11 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A5 Ask name-related questions one-on-one. Having to clarify in whole group can be daunting! #ellchat

ohmygoddard_ Jul 11 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A5: I find that the Ss actually pronounce the ELLs names' better than the teachers. #ellchat

SNRam18 Jul 11 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A5 This yr I want my Ss 2 write acrostic poems, using English words 2 help w/name https://t.co/CbYA0678D6 door signs! Any thoughts? #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A2 Resource: Poets break down why they won’t let you mispronounce their names https://t.co/koNOauR2eR? #ELLCHAT

SharonJKGlenn Jul 11 @ 9:48 PM EDT

@KarenNemethEdM You found it before I did. That's a good one. It is read aloud on You Tube too. #ellchat

Steff_Snell Jul 11 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A5: Not exactly about pron. but Chrysanthemum might be a good bk to use to show how st. self-esteem is affected. #ellchat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:48 PM EDT

A5 New Words, New Friends & Nuevas Palabras, Nuevos Amigos designed for tchrs learn w/ Ss, including names https://t.co/nOhIjYxLaG #ELLCHAT

maggieessig Jul 11 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A5 Name related books: My Name is Maria Isabel, The Name Jar, Chrysanthemum #ellchat

HSeslteacher Jul 11 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A5: Older ELLs may be particularly sensitive to sharing about name. General activities that can encourage sharing might work best #ELLChat

tovarsusd Jul 11 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Just in case you missed it. "Great resource for all @NameCoach." #ellchat #CAellchat #NamesMatter https://t.co/T5ffW6V68q

TheESOLNinja Jul 11 @ 9:49 PM EDT

@ohmygoddard_ I find the same thing. In fact, I have caught myself mispronouncing names by listening to the students interact #ellchat

C_C_Mitchell Jul 11 @ 9:50 PM EDT

#ActuallyMyNameIs: A Discussion on Pronouncing Students' Names (Video) https://t.co/4XL3hpAP7p https://t.co/YksMSXO0yp #ellchat

DdelaneyDiana Jul 11 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Have to go. Good luck with getting ready for the school year. #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A5 share storybooks that other teachers can use to learn along with children about importance of names #ELLCHAT https://t.co/mepCQ9uM2f

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A3 The Name Jar children’s book about a child’s experience when kids can’t pronounce her name https://t.co/g1WhzicP5c #ELLCHAT

mrslaurenritter Jul 11 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Ran into this this year. "Well we can't say that!" Oh but you will. It's her name!! #ellchat https://t.co/yyAWUYhbnq

Steff_Snell Jul 11 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2: What message are we sending to st. if we don't pronounce their names correctly? Mispronounced once, ok, shouldn't happen again! #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Q6) Does your district make an effort to properly register students using their name correctly? How? #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A5 another good book for elementary teachers and students about a child’s experience with name #ELLCHAT https://t.co/pe2l7Y3zO5

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A3 Another children’s book about name identity: My Name is Yoon https://t.co/iIIwY5Dffh #ellchat

maggieessig Jul 11 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A5 My Ss read Name Jar & Chrysanthemum, compared & contrasted Unhei & Chrysanthemum in their blogs https://t.co/g9tOXMqYzk #ellchat

SNRam18 Jul 11 @ 9:53 PM EDT

@KarenNemethEdM Have you read "My Name is Sangoel"? #ELLChat https://t.co/VIPUAGGq9X

suepetersen17 Jul 11 @ 9:54 PM EDT

a5 morning meetings are great for practicing names. Just a natural part of the day. the more a name is heard #ellchat

PrincipalMrsDG Jul 11 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Join us for #CaringClassroom Chat in 5 min! #ELLCHAT #K12talent #Kinderchat #ksedchat #TeacherEdChat #TLAP #USedchat https://t.co/IwZnuoApU0

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A6) Getting it Right - Reference Guides for Registering Students With Non-English Names - https://t.co/zaFfwisLiL #ELLCHAT

TheESOLNinja Jul 11 @ 9:55 PM EDT

A6: All ELLs register through the central ELL office, The staff there is highly trained to work with multi-cultural families #ellchat

SharonJKGlenn Jul 11 @ 9:55 PM EDT

@SNRam18 @KarenNemethEdM This looks like a good one. Thank you for sharing! #ellchat

AndreaHonigsfel Jul 11 @ 9:56 PM EDT

Joining late from DC #AVL2016, Not sure if sharing name giving traditions has been mentioned as a strategy #ELLchat @KarenNemethEdM

HSeslteacher Jul 11 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A3: Blog post with some tips for pronouncing student names. https://t.co/oLEoks0AeV Some new resources to add after tonight's #ELLChat

ValentinaESL Jul 11 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A6 yes, it's a requirement. We use BC #ellchat https://t.co/AH3UeF0KuC

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Q6) Does your district make an effort to properly register students using their name correctly? How? #ELLCHAT

SNRam18 Jul 11 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A6 Our registration form has a place for first, middle, last name, as well as nickname in case a Ss has an Anglicized name they use #ellchat

ValentinaESL Jul 11 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Jumping in oh so late from Tx #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:57 PM EDT

My blog on naming customs: 7 Naming Customs from Around the World. “ https://t.co/71WlGSFUY7 #ELLCHAT

SNRam18 Jul 11 @ 9:57 PM EDT

@SharonJKGlenn @KarenNemethEdM The kids like to make signs showing name pronunciations. They get very creative! Enjoy! #ellchat

Jechev Jul 11 @ 9:58 PM EDT

No More Low Expectations for ELs authors @julienora #ellchat @tesol @CAellchat https://t.co/C5DEoD9jPL

katrocada Jul 11 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A6 My school's guidance dept is staffed w well trained ppl. We connect new families w bilingual advocates to streamline intake #ellchat

armstrongvi Jul 11 @ 9:59 PM EDT

My Name is Maria Isabel by Alma Flor Ada is a great name book! #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:59 PM EDT

A6 - What do you do if name doesn't fit into that form correctly. (i.e. family name comes first) #ELLCHAT https://t.co/H2GE9uK68I

SNRam18 Jul 11 @ 9:57 PM EDT

A6 Our registration form has a place for first, middle, last name, as well as nickname in case a Ss has an Anglicized name they use #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 11 @ 9:59 PM EDT

A5) Thanks for the suggestion! #ELLCHAT https://t.co/FxZIbUbhDA

armstrongvi Jul 11 @ 9:59 PM EDT

My Name is Maria Isabel by Alma Flor Ada is a great name book! #ELLCHAT