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julesmarie_e Jul 10 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Hi! I'm currently a senior at The University of Oklahoma! I'm in early childhood education and my minor is Spanish. #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Welcome to #ELLCHAT. Tonight we are discussing how to help ELLs have academic conversations.

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Good evening, #ELLCHAT We plan to expand and enhance our approaches academic conversations with ELLs on tonight’s chat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:05 PM EDT

On #ELLCHAT we use a Q#/A# format so please include the answer number and hashtag in each tweet on tonight’s topic!

julesmarie_e Jul 10 @ 9:06 PM EDT

I think one of the best ways for ELLs to have academic conversations is by continuously teaching them new vocabulary words. #ellchat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Q1 Please introduce yourself with name/location/ and what you teach #ELLchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Q1) Please share your name, what you teach and where you’re from. #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:06 PM EDT

A1 I’m Karen Nemeth, co-host of #ELLCHAT and an author/presenter on #earlyed for DLLs/ELLs from Bucks County, PA

carlota_holder Jul 10 @ 9:07 PM EDT

#ellchat @Jechev developing academic language with SIOP book has great resources to start!

Stephreitenour Jul 10 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Hi I'm @Stephreitenour and I taught kindergarteners where most spoke only Spanish! What ages do you work with? #ELLCHAT

In reply to @KarenNemethEdM, @Stephreitenour

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Judie Haynes, former ESL teacher. Currently author/presenter and co-moderator of #ELLCHAT

julesmarie_e Jul 10 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1-My name is Julia & I'm from OK! I'm currently a senior at OU and my major is early childhood ed & Spanish. I want to teach pre-k #ellchat

suepetersen17 Jul 10 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Hi from Sue petersen Minnesota K-5 EL teacher #ELLCHAT

HSeslteacher Jul 10 @ 9:09 PM EDT

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

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Q2) Why are academic conversations so important for ELLs? #ELLCHAT

JennyVo15 Jul 10 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1 Jenny Vo, Katy, Texas, ESL ISST #ELLCHAT

thecozyLC Jul 10 @ 9:10 PM EDT

I'm Rachel and I teach SIFE in Nashville, TN! #ellchat

In reply to @KarenNemethEdM

Stephreitenour Jul 10 @ 9:10 PM EDT

A1 I'm Stephanie and I am in MN and taught kindergarten and now run an in home daycare. #ELLCHAT

theESLlady Jul 10 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1. Hi, I'm LeighAnn! I teach preK-5th ESL in NJ during the school year & am a summer EFL teacher for a university program. #ELLCHAT

shanquinn77 Jul 10 @ 9:11 PM EDT

A1 I'm Shannon and I am an occupational therapist. I evaluate children suspected of a disability is St. Louis, MO #ellchat #edu5213SBU

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Resource: Academic conversations with ELLs - https://t.co/fRo2S0XEIu #ELLCHAT

HSeslteacher Jul 10 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A2: ELLs need opportunities to practice language of content areas. Academic conversations let them do so in depth #ELLchat

thecozyLC Jul 10 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A2- AC are important for developing the oral language necessary for future academic discourse, and for structuring and scaffolding #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Please make sure that you use the hashtag #ELLCHAT or your tweets will not be seen by everyone in the chat.

MJSIMPSON01 Jul 10 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Maria, live in NJ work in NY. AP K -5. Specialist ELLs and Spec. Ed.
In reply to @judiehaynes

julesmarie_e Jul 10 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A2- academic convos are important for ELLs because it helps them make connections with their home language and their 2nd/3rd lang #ellchat

suepetersen17 Jul 10 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A2 because through conversations you learn new juicy words and practice using the words you already know. #ELLCHAT

JennyVo15 Jul 10 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A2: develops oral language, imprint academic content and vocabulary, transfers to written expression, practice conversation skills #ELLCHAT

shanquinn77 Jul 10 @ 9:13 PM EDT

I heard you present when you were at Parkway. It was great! #ellchat #edu5213SBU

In reply to @KarenNemethEdM

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:13 PM EDT

A2) This is a really good book on the topic. Academic Conversations by Jeff Zwiers https://t.co/l2hHmANGln #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A2 Academic conversations are super important yet very rare in preK - research here: https://t.co/OpwVpOexrh but ELLs get left out! #ELLchat

WritingwDesign Jul 10 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Here's a spelling activity for your #ela, #ell, or #esl classes: https://t.co/2WSVMNFqVH #lessonplans #elachat #ellchat #eslchat #writing

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How an Accredited Business Degree can Boost your Career and Employability https://t.co/fbGo1Vk5Dd #ellchat #iechat #kinderchat

Toppel_ELD Jul 10 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A1) Katie from Oregon. I'm a K-5 ELD Specialist and adjunct prof for ESOL courses #ELLchat

AssignmentHelpN Jul 10 @ 9:15 PM EDT

7 Productive Activities to Make the Best use of Summer Vacations https://t.co/7IWgJiMM2a #ellchat #iechat #kinderchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2) I think this also true of elementary grades too. Most of the research seems to be done from Middle School and up. #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A2 Academic conversations are super important yet very rare in preK - research here: https://t.co/OpwVpOexrh but ELLs get left out! #ELLchat

suepetersen17 Jul 10 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Imprint academic content, I learned new academic vocabulary by reading your tweet! #ellchat

In reply to @JennyVo15

shanquinn77 Jul 10 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2 in preschool academic conversations are great for all children- hear new words & work on social skills #ellchat #edu5213SBU

Toppel_ELD Jul 10 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2) academic conversations include specific vocab and language that needs to be explicitly modeled and practiced! #ELLchat

theESLlady Jul 10 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2. Ss need to apply English language in authentic ways & in context across content areas. Not only to speak but listen/respond. #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:16 PM EDT

Q3) What are the most important characteristics of academic conversations? #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:17 PM EDT

A2 New studies show #earlyed tchrs don’t really use true conversations as much as they think they do. https://t.co/JOeXXvvwgq #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A3) Academic Convos should have purposeful % sustained conversations about content. #ELLCHAT

theESLlady Jul 10 @ 9:18 PM EDT

I agree! I think ELLs of all ages can also benefit from developing social skills through academic conversations #ELLCHAT

In reply to @shanquinn77

julesmarie_e Jul 10 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A3- Academic conversations can include goals for the students, such as use _ _ amount of words today when you talk to your partner #ellchat

thecozyLC Jul 10 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A3) listening and responding appropriately, appropriate body language, building on and developing new understandings together #ellchat

In reply to @judiehaynes

Toppel_ELD Jul 10 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A3) ACs focus on specific content, explaining ideas, expressing/opposing opinions, utilizing content vocabulary, involve all Ss. #ELLchat

shanquinn77 Jul 10 @ 9:20 PM EDT

A3 conversations relevant to hands on activities that take place in the class with the children as active participants #ellchat #edu5213SBU

MJSIMPSON01 Jul 10 @ 9:20 PM EDT

to increase their content knowledge by using the academic vocabulary, to build academic discourse through practice #ELLCHAT

In reply to @judiehaynes

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:20 PM EDT

Q3) Students work together to co-construct knowledge & negotiate meaning. #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A3 one #earlyed curriculum often says “strive for five” 5 real, meaningful turns. Any less isn’t a conversation. #ELLchat

theESLlady Jul 10 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A3. It's important that all Ss are engaged in conversation no matter what prof. level. Protocols should also be modeled in advance #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Please use the Q/A format! Thanks, #ELLCHAT

MJSIMPSON01 Jul 10 @ 9:20 PM EDT

to increase their content knowledge by using the academic vocabulary, to build academic discourse through practice #ELLCHAT
In reply to @judiehaynes

HSeslteacher Jul 10 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A3: Turn taking to build on others' ideas, stating a position or viewpoint & providing evidence, synthesizing ideas in convo #ELLChat

JennyVo15 Jul 10 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A3: Geared towards what you want students to learn and remember; sentence stems are provided; ample time for students to share #ELLCHAT

HSeslteacher Jul 10 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A3 cont: Purposeful, accurate use of academic terminology including transition words to show relationships btn ideas. #ELLchat

suepetersen17 Jul 10 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A catchy way to remember that point #ellchat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:21 PM EDT

A3 one #earlyed curriculum often says “strive for five” 5 real, meaningful turns. Any less isn’t a conversation. #ELLchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A3) Students use “talk moves,” such as asking for clarification, https://t.co/jRosVpowUu #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:23 PM EDT

A3 Researchers look for chance to use critical thinking and analysis to deepen vocab connections for young ELLs/DLLs #ELLCHAT

HSeslteacher Jul 10 @ 9:23 PM EDT

One of my favorite educ books. See review I wrote for @MIDTESOL https://t.co/wknva7a1z1 #ELLchat

In reply to @judiehaynes, @MIDTESOL

shanquinn77 Jul 10 @ 9:23 PM EDT

I can't wait to actually read this article. I work in pre-K and we have a large ELL population. #ellchat #edu5213SBU

In reply to @KarenNemethEdM

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3 because academic conversations are NOT large group quizzing! You need less than 5 little kids to have responsive conversation #ELLCHAT

theESLlady Jul 10 @ 9:25 PM EDT

I like this idea - I think it's difficult sometimes for Ss to understand what a true conversation looks like/sounds like. #ELLCHAT

In reply to @KarenNemethEdM

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:25 PM EDT

Q4) What strategies do you use to engage ELLs in academic conversations? #ELLCHAT

Stephreitenour Jul 10 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Q3Think, pair, share offers students time to think about their words, practice them and share with a friend #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A3) Actually research shows that pairs work better when teaching academic conversations. #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3 because academic conversations are NOT large group quizzing! You need less than 5 little kids to have responsive conversation #ELLCHAT

Toppel_ELD Jul 10 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A4) MODEL, provide stems/frames, pose interesting questions, clear expectations, repeated practice w/key vocab #ELLchat

shanquinn77 Jul 10 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Q4 small groups, topics of interest to them, picture supports as needed #ellchat #edu5213SBU

HSeslteacher Jul 10 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A4: Explicit instruction on what academic conversation is & modeling one. I asked my coach to join me for fish bowl conversation #ELLChat

thecozyLC Jul 10 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A4- we model using photos of students showing the motions and talk moves, practice with low academic content needs #ELLChat

In reply to @judiehaynes

suepetersen17 Jul 10 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Q4 cooperative thinking maps paired with fluent partner can help ELs participate and organize thoughts #ellchat

In reply to @judiehaynes

Stephreitenour Jul 10 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Q4 I use think, pair, share and for writing: " what I think, I can say, what I say, I can write, what I write, I can read. #ELLCHAT

julesmarie_e Jul 10 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A4- you can engage ELLs by having them talk about specific topics that relate to their everyday life/ interests/ hobbies #ellchat

thecozyLC Jul 10 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A4 Like "how are Messi and Ronaldo the same and different? Discuss." I have all newcomers, so we start with only 1 talk move! #ellchat

In reply to @judiehaynes

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A4)Strategies: Academic convos: Accept imperfect language. provide language aupport, use strategies that encourage all Ss to talk. #ELLCHAT

HSeslteacher Jul 10 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A4 cont: Must also provide time for Ss to generate ideas, consider examples & evidence for position - like priming well. #ELLChat

theESLlady Jul 10 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A4. Modeling, sentence starter cards for questions/responses. Am also a stickler for teaching the importance of eye contact. #ELLCHAT

Toppel_ELD Jul 10 @ 9:29 PM EDT

I was thinking of making a Snapchat model with diff "characters" to model examples and non examples. I think Ss would like it #EllChat

In reply to @thecozyLC, @judiehaynes

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A4 Specifically explain meanings of words by connecting new to familiar words in L1 = vocabulary bridging https://t.co/B35tnVQZSI #ellchat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A3 Yes, but, you have to really get into it. Many tchrs do this so superficially that it’s not worth much #ELLCHAT

Stephreitenour Jul 10 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Q3Think, pair, share offers students time to think about their words, practice them and share with a friend #ELLCHAT

theESLlady Jul 10 @ 9:30 PM EDT

I like that you mention expectations- so important but often forgotten! #ELLchat

In reply to @Toppel_ELD

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:30 PM EDT

A4) Use grouping strategies that encourage student talk (pairs). create a classroom culture of authentic communication. #ELLCHAT

HSeslteacher Jul 10 @ 9:30 PM EDT

SInce eye contact varies across cultures, academic conversations provide authentic context to teach about it to ELLs. #ELLChat

In reply to @theESLlady

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:31 PM EDT

a4 So true - just hearing sounds coming out of someone’s mouth is not equal to real oral language or deep conversation!! #ELLCHAT

HSeslteacher Jul 10 @ 9:28 PM EDT

A4 cont: Must also provide time for Ss to generate ideas, consider examples & evidence for position - like priming well. #ELLChat

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:31 PM EDT

A4) Yes! This is important. #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A4 Specifically explain meanings of words by connecting new to familiar words in L1 = vocabulary bridging https://t.co/B35tnVQZSI #ellchat

thecozyLC Jul 10 @ 9:31 PM EDT

I actually usually put my newcomers in 3s, so that brand new kiddos have a model to follow and less pressure to respond every time #ellchat

In reply to @judiehaynes

theESLlady Jul 10 @ 9:32 PM EDT

Definitely so true! #ELLCHAT

In reply to @HSeslteacher

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A4) What do you do when eye contact is not culturally appropriate. Can be a problem for older ELLs. #ELLCHAT

theESLlady Jul 10 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A4. Modeling, sentence starter cards for questions/responses. Am also a stickler for teaching the importance of eye contact. #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A4) Good point! #ELLCHAT

HSeslteacher Jul 10 @ 9:30 PM EDT

SInce eye contact varies across cultures, academic conversations provide authentic context to teach about it to ELLs. #ELLChat
In reply to @theESLlady

HSeslteacher Jul 10 @ 9:34 PM EDT

I've heard other Ts say sometimes pairs are too personal or add anxiety for shy students. Your explanation of 3s makes sense! #ELLchat

In reply to @thecozyLC, @judiehaynes

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A4 Another study showing the importance of conversation to oral language development for ALL #prek students https://t.co/dsQEhhqajL #ELLCHAT

theESLlady Jul 10 @ 9:35 PM EDT

For me it's just about knowing your Ss - I would never make a S uncomfortable but want them to learn the importance in our culture #ELLCHAT

In reply to @judiehaynes

shanquinn77 Jul 10 @ 9:36 PM EDT

A4 in preschool great conversations occur during naturally during play #ellchat #edu5213SBU

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A4) I never thought of this! I've always read to use pairs but I see your point here. Triads should work very well. #ELLCHAT

HSeslteacher Jul 10 @ 9:34 PM EDT

I've heard other Ts say sometimes pairs are too personal or add anxiety for shy students. Your explanation of 3s makes sense! #ELLchat
In reply to @thecozyLC, @judiehaynes

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A3 We have work to do. Several articles recently show worry that tchrs still do too much of the talking! https://t.co/OcSZsRj4RN #ELLCHAT

shanquinn77 Jul 10 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Also tricky when the student has a disability as well. Social skills are important to teach #ellchat #edu5213sbu

In reply to @theESLlady, @judiehaynes

theESLlady Jul 10 @ 9:39 PM EDT

I agree with you! I think again I can relate even w/ elementary because giving Ss opportunity to converse naturally is beneficial #ELLCHAT

In reply to @shanquinn77

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A4 I so agree! Our students don’t come wrapped in neat packages with only one kind of need at a time! Prepared peers can be helpful #ELLchat

shanquinn77 Jul 10 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Also tricky when the student has a disability as well. Social skills are important to teach #ellchat #edu5213sbu
In reply to @theESLlady, @judiehaynes

ValentinaESL Jul 10 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A4 asking the right questions is key. Ques should be open ended or dialogic rather than monologic #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Q5) What conversation prompts do you use to start academic conversations? #ELLCHAT

thecozyLC Jul 10 @ 9:41 PM EDT

And that can be really hard to do! #ellchat

In reply to @ValentinaESL

ValentinaESL Jul 10 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A4 some stu need more structure/ scaffolding to support academic conversations while others don't need much at all #ELLCHAT

HSeslteacher Jul 10 @ 9:41 PM EDT

Thought that's what Ts do - tell Ss what we know. Ha! Realized since that whoever is talking is learning. My role is set up convos #ELLChat

In reply to @KarenNemethEdM

suepetersen17 Jul 10 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Recap just learning how to use this. #ellchat https://t.co/BPpPPQGB7j

theESLlady Jul 10 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Interesting that this says HS classrooms. I think it is more of a challenge w/ older Ss - I'm not sure why, but I struggle with it #ELLCHAT

In reply to @KarenNemethEdM

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A5 What NOT to use: “Turn to friend and tell them one thing you liked in story.” or “My favorite color is ____” Need open ended #ELLCHAT

ValentinaESL Jul 10 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A4 the goal is authentic conversations but some aren't there yet and need sent stems, visuals, wait time, modeling for practice #ELLCHAT

HSeslteacher Jul 10 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A5: @ValentinaESL's point is critical. Also topic must be of interest, engaging, & some depth #ELLChat

ValentinaESL Jul 10 @ 9:40 PM EDT

A4 asking the right questions is key. Ques should be open ended or dialogic rather than monologic #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A4) Academic convos go way beyond giving Ss opportunity to converse naturally. Ss need to discuss content using academic lang. #ELLCHAT

theESLlady Jul 10 @ 9:39 PM EDT

I agree with you! I think again I can relate even w/ elementary because giving Ss opportunity to converse naturally is beneficial #ELLCHAT
In reply to @shanquinn77

thecozyLC Jul 10 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A5) We work on 1 talk move at a time in the context of the content we're doing #ellchat

In reply to @judiehaynes

Toppel_ELD Jul 10 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A5) questions that elicit different perspectives #ellchat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A4 My grandd came home from 2nd gr telling me all about a science activity. I asked what tchr said? “Nothing! it was just us kids!” #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A5) Resource: Math Talk Sentence Starters - https://t.co/PYX4i3GFyE #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A4 It was the most she ever talked about a lesson in school - the day the teacher did NONE of the talking! #ELLCHAT

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Stephreitenour Jul 10 @ 9:45 PM EDT

I teach pre-k so I use sentence stems as all young ones are still learning to use complete sentences. Talking about themselves. #ELLCHAT

ValentinaESL Jul 10 @ 9:45 PM EDT

This is a big problem #ellchat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:37 PM EDT

A3 We have work to do. Several articles recently show worry that tchrs still do too much of the talking! https://t.co/OcSZsRj4RN #ELLCHAT

thecozyLC Jul 10 @ 9:45 PM EDT

For example, how could the characters solve the problem in the story? Support your idea with details. #ellchat

In reply to @judiehaynes

HSeslteacher Jul 10 @ 9:45 PM EDT

A5: At secondary, often connected Qs to text we'd read & discussed previously. Opinion Qs & "hot topics" often led to lively convos #ELLchat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A5 and for heavens sakes: just asking Ss “what was YOUR favorite part and what was YOUR favorite part?” is nonsense! We need more #ELLCHAT

ValentinaESL Jul 10 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A5 What surprised you? What was the author trying to tell you? #ellchat these make the reader connect w the text

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Q5) What conversation prompts do you use to start academic conversations? #ELLCHAT

JennyVo15 Jul 10 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A5: really depends on the topic of discussion and how structured you want the convo to be and what you want the students to learn #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Good idea for A5 (when you use the A number corresponding to Question number, people reading chat later can follow better) #ELLCHAT

Stephreitenour Jul 10 @ 9:45 PM EDT

I teach pre-k so I use sentence stems as all young ones are still learning to use complete sentences. Talking about themselves. #ELLCHAT

globalQZ Jul 10 @ 9:47 PM EDT

oops, the pinterest link doesnt want to talk! isn't opening (case of hiccups) #ellchat '

In reply to @judiehaynes

shanquinn77 Jul 10 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A5 Having items used during the activity or play available #ellchat #edu5213SBU

suepetersen17 Jul 10 @ 9:47 PM EDT

My favorite part was. BECAUSE........ #ellchat

In reply to @KarenNemethEdM

theESLlady Jul 10 @ 9:48 PM EDT

I definitely agree 100%! Was thinking more about social language & skills here. #ELLCHAT

In reply to @judiehaynes

ValentinaESL Jul 10 @ 9:48 PM EDT

I agree @HSeslteacher Relevance is another factor to consider #EllChat

HSeslteacher Jul 10 @ 9:43 PM EDT
A5: @ValentinaESL's point is critical. Also topic must be of interest, engaging, & some depth #ELLChat
- ValentinaESL Jul 10 @ 9:40 PM EDT
  
  A4 asking the right questions is key. Ques should be open ended or dialogic rather than monologic #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A6) How do you assess language across disciplines? #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:49 PM EDT

A5 Yes, but… too often it becomes rote routine- the kids just say anything because there’s no follow up. A reason large groups hurt #ELLCHAT

suepetersen17 Jul 10 @ 9:47 PM EDT

My favorite part was. BECAUSE........ #ellchat
In reply to @KarenNemethEdM

thecozyLC Jul 10 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A6 I use academic conversations to assess, especially my pre-reading SIFE students! #ellchat

In reply to @judiehaynes

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A6) Resource: Formative Assessment of Language across Disciplines. https://t.co/7SjIHCuXep #ELLCHAT

JennyVo15 Jul 10 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A5: @Seidlitz_Ed had a set of books Erin great sentence stems--Navigating the ELPS in the Content Areas. #ELLCHAT

ValentinaESL Jul 10 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A6 when assessing I look at lang standards and proficiency levels.Where where they are did they show growth?In Tx we use ELPS &PLDs #ELLCHAT

theESLlady Jul 10 @ 9:52 PM EDT

A5. It varies based on content area. I try to keep conversational lang. & structure similar to what Ss need to know in mainstream #ELLCHAT

HSeslteacher Jul 10 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A6: Lang was 1 part of rubric for academic conversations- focused on connectors. Other parts on turn taking & evidence for ideas #ELLchat

MJSIMPSON01 Jul 10 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A6) we have used a modified version of the CAT (conversation analysis tool) #ellchat

In reply to @judiehaynes

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:53 PM EDT

a6 I love this question tonight because my idea of best language assessment across disciplines IS the conversations we have! #ELLCHAT

theESLlady Jul 10 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Me too - always find it challenging to defend this concept to my superiors outside of the ESL field! #ELLCHAT

In reply to @KarenNemethEdM

suepetersen17 Jul 10 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A6 Kate Kinsella https://t.co/zkj1jDajEW #ellchat

shanquinn77 Jul 10 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A6 conversations are a great way to assess ALL children #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A5) Is this the book you mean? https://t.co/jInfcTTn2B #ELLCHAT

JennyVo15 Jul 10 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A5: @Seidlitz_Ed had a set of books Erin great sentence stems--Navigating the ELPS in the Content Areas. #ELLCHAT

ValentinaESL Jul 10 @ 9:56 PM EDT

The most powerful academic conversations I've experienced are socratic seminars. But stu need a great deal of support to get there #ELLCHAT

thecozyLC Jul 10 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Great structure and rubric for academic conversations #ellchat

suepetersen17 Jul 10 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A6 Kate Kinsella https://t.co/zkj1jDajEW #ellchat

HSeslteacher Jul 10 @ 9:58 PM EDT

I'm a big fan of Dr. Kate! I used her English 3D materials when I taught HS ESL https://t.co/j7jJ39yATE #ELLchat

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ValentinaESL Jul 10 @ 9:59 PM EDT

https://t.co/2L2juDW4ZE #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:59 PM EDT

#ELLCHAT will be on vacation until August 14th. Join us to discuss topics that will help you prepare of the next school year! #ELLCHAT

HSeslteacher Jul 10 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Just a reminder that we do archive links in our @diigo group https://t.co/j7jJ39yATE It's open to anyone! #ELLchat

suepetersen17 Jul 10 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Not even sure what that is. Will have to google it. #ellchat

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KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jul 10 @ 9:59 PM EDT

What a great chat tonight, #ELLCHAT friends! Please follow everyone here to expand your PLN. These people from all over are here to help!