#ELLCHAT Archive

#ELLCHAT is a repository for ideas related to teaching English Language Learners.
Monday January 23, 2017
9:00 PM EST
  • participatechat Jan 23 @ 9:00 PM EST
    Participate in the upcoming #ELLCHAT by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/TtihYHTCPA
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jan 23 @ 9:01 PM EST
    Good evening #ELLCHAT Time to start! Q1 Please share your name, where you live, and what you teach.
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jan 23 @ 9:03 PM EST
    A1 I’m Karen Nemeth, co-host of #ELLCHAT from eastern PA, author/consultant on #earlyed for dual language learners
  • MelissaDiDonato Jan 23 @ 9:03 PM EST
    @MelissaDiDonato Cockeysville MD, Principal #ELLCHAT
    In reply to @KarenNemethEdM, @MelissaDiDonato
  • EmilyDESOL383 Jan 23 @ 9:03 PM EST
    A1: Emily from Manhattan, KS. #ESOL coordinator PreK-12. #ELLCHAT
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jan 23 @ 9:04 PM EST
    Our #ELLCHAT topic is not so obvious, but is really important! Tchrs have to balance depth of learning with broader exposure for ELLs!
  • MrC_A2 Jan 23 @ 9:04 PM EST
    A1) Hello #ellchat, Mr. C from Ann Arbor, MI. English Language Teacher at @A2_Logan for @A2schools. #publicschool
    In reply to @A2_Logan, @A2schools
  • dan_pizzo Jan 23 @ 9:05 PM EST
    A1. Dan Pizzo, administrator from Baltimore MD #ELLCHAT
  • HSeslteacher Jan 23 @ 9:05 PM EST
    A1: Shaeley, ESL instructional coach from Central Iowa joining in on #ELLChat tonight.
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jan 23 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Hi - don’t forget to add #ELLCHAT to every tweet so we can all see what you say!
    • MrsRussoSTAT Jan 23 @ 9:05 PM EST
      A1: Jessica @MrsRussoSTAT Lutherville MD Professional Development Teacher
      In reply to @KarenNemethEdM, @MrsRussoSTAT
  • TheESOLNinja Jan 23 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Greetings #ELLCHAT. I teach middle school in Maryland.
  • FloradTeach Jan 23 @ 9:06 PM EST
    Hi, in for a bit, ESL/ISSP T #ELLCHAT
  • SNRam18 Jan 23 @ 9:07 PM EST
    A1 K12 ESL teacher working with elementary in Pittsburgh #ELLCHAT
  • Mzleitch Jan 23 @ 9:07 PM EST
    #ELLCHAT Kristi teaching elementary ELL in the Dominican Republic!
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jan 23 @ 9:08 PM EST
    Q2 2 goals in ed: expose students to a bit of info on many topics or build depth in few topics. How do you balance these for ELLs? #ELLCHAT
  • veronicavisner Jan 23 @ 9:10 PM EST
    Hi #ELLChat ! I'm a student at Elon University and would like to learn more about education and ELLs!!
  • HSeslteacher Jan 23 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A2: Should consider readiness, leverage, & endurance. If all 3 rate high, depth is important. #ELLChat
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jan 23 @ 9:11 PM EST
    A2 In #earlyed there’s often a feeling we have to “expose” children to so many experiences -but do ELLs/DLLs get much out of it? #ELLCHAT
  • Mzleitch Jan 23 @ 9:11 PM EST
    #ELLCHAT A2: When pushing in I support in class work. During pull-outs I go for depth on my COs and LOs.
  • MrMathAHS Jan 23 @ 9:12 PM EST
    #ELLCHAT A1 Ben, Ames High School, Alternative Learning Math.
  • MelissaDiDonato Jan 23 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A2: exposure to grade level content is priority, while also developing skills/comp/connections through deeper understanding is too #ELLCHAT
    • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jan 23 @ 9:08 PM EST
      Q2 2 goals in ed: expose students to a bit of info on many topics or build depth in few topics. How do you balance these for ELLs? #ELLCHAT
  • MrC_A2 Jan 23 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A2) I try use many different ways to focus on important strategies, deeply. Many content objectives w/ focused language objectives. #ellchat
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jan 23 @ 9:12 PM EST
    A2 I agree with you, Melissa - but I think it is not so easy to decide how much or when #ELLCHAT
    • MelissaDiDonato Jan 23 @ 9:12 PM EST
      A2: exposure to grade level content is priority, while also developing skills/comp/connections through deeper understanding is too #ELLCHAT
      • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jan 23 @ 9:08 PM EST
        Q2 2 goals in ed: expose students to a bit of info on many topics or build depth in few topics. How do you balance these for ELLs? #ELLCHAT
  • HSeslteacher Jan 23 @ 9:12 PM EST
    Hi, Ben! Glad you're joining us on #ELLChat tonight.
    In reply to @MrMathAHS
  • CSchlessinger Jan 23 @ 9:13 PM EST
    A1 NJ Primary ESL teacher #ELLchat
  • SNRam18 Jan 23 @ 9:13 PM EST
    A2 I think the answer depends on proficiency level. Adv ELLs can have more depth on topics; Beg ELLs may need exposure 2 survive #ELLChat
  • MrMathAHS Jan 23 @ 9:13 PM EST
    #ELLCHAT A2 Provide them with the building block for the different topics, but go in depth for the Ess.Stds.
  • CSchlessinger Jan 23 @ 9:14 PM EST
    A2 in depth - love to explore topics with my K & 1st students to increase vocabulary, gives them confidence to speak #ELLchat
  • Mzleitch Jan 23 @ 9:15 PM EST
    Good question! But earlyed is often a time of easier language acquisition. Less years of vocab to make up. #ellchat
    In reply to @KarenNemethEdM
  • MrC_A2 Jan 23 @ 9:15 PM EST
    What is that saying? Is it better to do 1,000 different skills, or one skill 1,000 times and become a master? #ellchat
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jan 23 @ 9:15 PM EST
    A2 So interesting. Seems logical that beg ELLs need exposure to wide variety - but what if that’s to much and doesn’t stick? #ELLCHAT
    • SNRam18 Jan 23 @ 9:13 PM EST
      A2 I think the answer depends on proficiency level. Adv ELLs can have more depth on topics; Beg ELLs may need exposure 2 survive #ELLChat
  • EmilyDESOL383 Jan 23 @ 9:15 PM EST
    A3: ANITA Archer once commented, cut the fluff get to the stuff. I've always appreciated that. #ellchat
  • ByrneLearning1 Jan 23 @ 9:16 PM EST
    #ELLChat ENL from New York. skimming the surface should not be the norm
  • TheESOLNinja Jan 23 @ 9:16 PM EST
    A2:I'm in favor of exposure as mast can take time to build, However, at times Ts are pushed to expose Ss just for the heck of it #ELLCHAT
  • MrsRussoSTAT Jan 23 @ 9:16 PM EST
    A2 building background knowledge in order to explore in depth while also working on a balance of content and language objectives #ellchat
  • MrMathAHS Jan 23 @ 9:17 PM EST
    #ELLCHAT This is a lot of what I do as an Alt. Teacher.
    • EmilyDESOL383 Jan 23 @ 9:15 PM EST
      A3: ANITA Archer once commented, cut the fluff get to the stuff. I've always appreciated that. #ellchat
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jan 23 @ 9:17 PM EST
    A2 This seems like a good way to explain the balance - in 140 characters or less! #ELLCHAT
    • MrsRussoSTAT Jan 23 @ 9:16 PM EST
      A2 building background knowledge in order to explore in depth while also working on a balance of content and language objectives #ellchat
  • dan_pizzo Jan 23 @ 9:18 PM EST
    A2. I believe we can expose while building depth. #intheory #ELLCHAT
  • ByrneLearning1 Jan 23 @ 9:18 PM EST
    #ELLChat we need well rounded students not students with superficial knowledge.
  • MrMathAHS Jan 23 @ 9:18 PM EST
    #ELLCHAT AMEN!!!
  • FloradTeach Jan 23 @ 9:19 PM EST
    A2 I think it depends on the content~is it something they can relate to,have a connection to, hard to go in depth with little Eng #ELLCHAT
  • Mzleitch Jan 23 @ 9:19 PM EST
    #ELLCHAT A2: I think a lot depends on their interests as well. Topics can be covered that you don't plan on if they have passion.
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jan 23 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A2 Of course you are right, but somehow tchrs need to make decisions about how to lay this groundwork - not always easy to plan #ELLCHAT
  • HSeslteacher Jan 23 @ 9:20 PM EST
    A2: There's so much to teach, esp if ELLs have interrupted education. That's why focus on essential standards is critical! #ELLchat
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jan 23 @ 9:21 PM EST
    A2 Yes, student interests can help - but then we worry that there are some needed topics/vocab we don’t get to cover #ELLCHAT
    • Mzleitch Jan 23 @ 9:19 PM EST
      #ELLCHAT A2: I think a lot depends on their interests as well. Topics can be covered that you don't plan on if they have passion.
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jan 23 @ 9:21 PM EST
    Q3 What are the challenges of trying to expose ELLs to many topics/domains? #ELLCHAT
  • MrMathAHS Jan 23 @ 9:22 PM EST
    #ELLCHAT Students will drive the instruction and you can always shift your focus for the lesson to meet the students needs.
    • Mzleitch Jan 23 @ 9:19 PM EST
      #ELLCHAT A2: I think a lot depends on their interests as well. Topics can be covered that you don't plan on if they have passion.
  • SNRam18 Jan 23 @ 9:22 PM EST
    depends on the EL. My 3rd EL is lower than her 4th/5th classmates but does better work. Ts need 2 know their ELs #ELLCHAT
    In reply to @KarenNemethEdM
  • GetEdFunding Jan 23 @ 9:23 PM EST
    Happening now: #ELLchat #ELL #englishlanguage #educators
  • Mzleitch Jan 23 @ 9:23 PM EST
    Agreed! I don't see them as often as I would like, which makes for interrupted teaching. Integration is important. #ellchat
    In reply to @HSeslteacher
  • FloradTeach Jan 23 @ 9:23 PM EST
    A2 Some of r Ss need survival skills first, need to feel safe and then confidence to start participating, #ELLCHAT
  • MrMathAHS Jan 23 @ 9:23 PM EST
    #ELLCHAT A3 Overload! Students need the time process and ELLs need that time to understand the Language, then the concept/topic.
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jan 23 @ 9:23 PM EST
    The next 2 questions will ask about each side of tonight’s question Q3 just focuses on how we decide on topics for brief exposure #ELLCHAT
  • MrsRussoSTAT Jan 23 @ 9:24 PM EST
    A3 Knowing the level of your ELLs and grouping of ELLs for pull out support #ellchat
  • dan_pizzo Jan 23 @ 9:24 PM EST
    A3 Background Knowledge, vocabulary development, schema, time, authentic connections for the Ss. #ELLCHAT
  • FloradTeach Jan 23 @ 9:25 PM EST
    A3 a feeling of being overwhelmed and sometimes shutting down as a result,#ELLCHAT
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jan 23 @ 9:25 PM EST
    A3 in #PreK and K I hear tchrs rationalize activities to “expose” children but they make no connection for DLLs #ELLCHAT
  • CSchlessinger Jan 23 @ 9:25 PM EST
    A3 Never enough time! Always my biggest challenge. #ELLchat
  • CDWG_California Jan 23 @ 9:25 PM EST
    GetEdFunding: Happening now: #ELLchat #ELL #englishlanguage #educators #caedchat
  • TheESOLNinja Jan 23 @ 9:25 PM EST
    A3: Exposing students to too many topics can overwhelm them. Many of my students have difficulty determing what it important #ellchat
  • Mzleitch Jan 23 @ 9:26 PM EST
    Facing this situation right now! This is very true for some students #ellchat
    In reply to @FloradTeach
  • HSeslteacher Jan 23 @ 9:26 PM EST
    A3: One challenge is getting quality data on what ELLs already know. Sometimes language barriers make it hard to identify gaps. #ELLchat
  • SNRam18 Jan 23 @ 9:26 PM EST
    A3 schedule props, EL levels 4 grouping, not enough time, teaching 2 grade level expectations 2 support content, overexposure #ELLCHAT
  • MrMathAHS Jan 23 @ 9:27 PM EST
    #ELLCHAT This year I had a few students transfer into my Alt. Geo class because the overload on vocab. Understanding the Lang can be so hard
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jan 23 @ 9:27 PM EST
    A3 For little kids tchrs might introduce a polar bear activity- who needs that? Couldn’t they pick local animals? #ELLCHAT
  • MrC_A2 Jan 23 @ 9:27 PM EST
    A3) Agree with @dan_pizzo background knowledge can often limit what/how much we expose at a time. #ellchat It must be built.
    In reply to @KarenNemethEdM, @dan_pizzo
  • MelissaDiDonato Jan 23 @ 9:27 PM EST
    Topics that spiral or skills that are progressive in development and will be revisited can be briefly exposed initially #ELLCHAT
    • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jan 23 @ 9:23 PM EST
      The next 2 questions will ask about each side of tonight’s question Q3 just focuses on how we decide on topics for brief exposure #ELLCHAT
  • Mzleitch Jan 23 @ 9:27 PM EST
    #ELLCHAT A3: all vocab, no true understanding. Or all receptive language, no opportunity to develop expressive language.
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jan 23 @ 9:27 PM EST
    A3 Agree - hard to identify gaps AND hard to identify areas of prior knowledge! #ELLCHAT
    • HSeslteacher Jan 23 @ 9:26 PM EST
      A3: One challenge is getting quality data on what ELLs already know. Sometimes language barriers make it hard to identify gaps. #ELLchat
  • EmilyDESOL383 Jan 23 @ 9:28 PM EST
    A3: if exposure is not strategic it can lead to overload and fragmented understanding. #ellchat
  • FloradTeach Jan 23 @ 9:28 PM EST
    I call this the waiting period ... give them space and time ...their actions show us they're learning #ellchat
    In reply to @Mzleitch
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jan 23 @ 9:28 PM EST
    A3 but also in #prek you might have kid who ONLY wants to play block area or princess- they might need exposure to other fun topics #ELLCHAT
  • HSeslteacher Jan 23 @ 9:29 PM EST
    Units selected on teacher choice alone have no place given rigor of new standards! Must focus on essentials! #ELLChat
    In reply to @KarenNemethEdM
  • TanELLclassroom Jan 23 @ 9:29 PM EST
    A2: Depth vs breath is about helping ELs develop literacy, lang, & thinking skills that faciliate making connections. #ellchat
  • MrMathAHS Jan 23 @ 9:30 PM EST
    #ELLCHAT Ess.Stds help with clarity and allow students to get more in depth understanding of a topic.
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jan 23 @ 9:30 PM EST
    A3 A tchr told me she had a DLL who was focused on trains -didn’t want to talk about much else. It’s not just a language question #ELLCHAT
  • Mzleitch Jan 23 @ 9:30 PM EST
    True, all teachers are trying to strike a balance. Help students have well-rounded interests.#ELLchat
    In reply to @KarenNemethEdM
  • FloradTeach Jan 23 @ 9:30 PM EST
    We have @WelcomeCentres where new families go. They help assess Ss and get info about background and schooling, get great info #ellchat
    In reply to @WelcomeCentres
  • TanELLclassroom Jan 23 @ 9:31 PM EST
    A2: Maybe the question is "What do we want ELs to do? Can depth or breath faciliate that". #ellchat
  • FloradTeach Jan 23 @ 9:32 PM EST
    did she pursue that child's interest? Could be a way in! #ellchat
    In reply to @KarenNemethEdM
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jan 23 @ 9:32 PM EST
    A3 I wonder if older grades focus on exposure to course-specific vocab exposure, but early grades are all over the place? #ELLCHAT
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jan 23 @ 9:33 PM EST
    Yes - strong interest can usually be a way in, but this tchr said no he wouldn’t talk about anything else. Hmmm. #ELLCHAT
    • FloradTeach Jan 23 @ 9:32 PM EST
      did she pursue that child's interest? Could be a way in! #ellchat
      In reply to @KarenNemethEdM
  • MrMathAHS Jan 23 @ 9:33 PM EST
    #ELLCHAT In HS we focus mostly on content vocab in our classes with ELLs.
    In reply to @KarenNemethEdM
  • FloradTeach Jan 23 @ 9:34 PM EST
    Maybe a lost possibility ... hmmm #ELLCHAT
    In reply to @KarenNemethEdM
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jan 23 @ 9:35 PM EST
    A3 Right for HS, but I wonder how many ESL tchrs really check vocab/topic needs w/ preK or K teachers. We need that co-planning! #ELLCHAT
    • MrMathAHS Jan 23 @ 9:33 PM EST
      #ELLCHAT In HS we focus mostly on content vocab in our classes with ELLs.
      In reply to @KarenNemethEdM
  • FloradTeach Jan 23 @ 9:35 PM EST
    #ELLCHAT oops .. meant to say ... lost opportunity
  • TheESOLNinja Jan 23 @ 9:35 PM EST
    I agree with that thought. However, I find that many long-term ELLs are still missing early grades vocab as well #ellchat
    In reply to @KarenNemethEdM
  • TanELLclassroom Jan 23 @ 9:36 PM EST
    A2:Maybe breath is appropriate when setting a context & depth is used for further Ss-driven investigation. From general to specific #ellchat
  • vsdainton Jan 23 @ 9:37 PM EST
    A3 Parent here-sometimes teachers forget to use family funds of knowledge & include family/create relationship to get a glimpse #ELLCHAT
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jan 23 @ 9:37 PM EST
    A3 I did workshop for admins today - I told them no ESL tchr should plan activities for young ELLs without talking to their tchr! #ELLCHAT
  • MelissaDiDonato Jan 23 @ 9:37 PM EST
    A3 content vocab development is a focus in preK -5 @PadoniaPride - collaborative planning between classroom and ESL tchrs #ELLCHAT
    • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jan 23 @ 9:35 PM EST
      A3 Right for HS, but I wonder how many ESL tchrs really check vocab/topic needs w/ preK or K teachers. We need that co-planning! #ELLCHAT
      • MrMathAHS Jan 23 @ 9:33 PM EST
        #ELLCHAT In HS we focus mostly on content vocab in our classes with ELLs.
        In reply to @KarenNemethEdM
  • SNRam18 Jan 23 @ 9:37 PM EST
    I organized our K phonics curriculum to sequence the same as the K teachers. I support other topics if I have time #ELLChat
    In reply to @KarenNemethEdM
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jan 23 @ 9:38 PM EST
    A3 I hope to find a way to guide preK and K tchrs to offer intentional, planned exposure - not just use as excuse for everything #ELLCHAT
  • SNRam18 Jan 23 @ 9:38 PM EST
    unfortunately, there just isn't enough time! #ELLCHAT
    In reply to @KarenNemethEdM
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jan 23 @ 9:39 PM EST
    Q4 What are challenges of trying to build depth of knowledge for ELLs? #ELLCHAT
  • TheESOLNinja Jan 23 @ 9:40 PM EST
    A4: In most cases, building depth requires students to read. Finding appropriate texts can be a challenge. #ellchat
  • MrMathAHS Jan 23 @ 9:40 PM EST
    #ELLCHAT A4 Time, giving the students the oppertunity to develop the understanding on their own timeframe, verses the pacing of the class.
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jan 23 @ 9:41 PM EST
    A4 The other side of this question - When Ss are ready for deep exploration of topic, how can we help ELLs participate well? #ELLCHAT
  • Mzleitch Jan 23 @ 9:41 PM EST
    #ELLCHAT A4: Lack of contact time and spread too thin between classes. We have a LOT of ELLs. Daily co-teaching would be amazing!
  • FloradTeach Jan 23 @ 9:41 PM EST
    A5 Their schema or lack of it depending on skill or concept being taught #ELLCHAT
  • MelissaDiDonato Jan 23 @ 9:41 PM EST
    A4 prioritizing the skills/concepts that need to be taught, really examining the standards to identify essential skills #ELLCHAT
  • lauragrisso Jan 23 @ 9:42 PM EST
    Coteaching for ELs, MEI registration & more in this LCS Bulletin @tpsmultilingual #successtps #teamtulsa #ellchat https://t.co/2G7mw8AmOL
    In reply to @TPSMultilingual
  • MrMathAHS Jan 23 @ 9:42 PM EST
    #ELLCHAT A4b giving students the recourses they need to better understand the material. Providing supports outside the classroom.
  • MrC_A2 Jan 23 @ 9:42 PM EST
    A4 My recent challenges have been my own perceived limitations. Now imagining #experientiallearning to boost depth #ellchat
    In reply to @KarenNemethEdM
  • MMoMarroquin Jan 23 @ 9:42 PM EST
    Q4 This is a great article related to DOK & ELL #ellchat Beth from Cali https://t.co/hhe4GiY4Uw
  • EmilyDESOL383 Jan 23 @ 9:43 PM EST
    A4: we have majority ELLs also economically disadvantaged- large sense of hopelessness. Ss often Q? relevance to their lives. #ellchat
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jan 23 @ 9:43 PM EST
    A4 I think the word “prioritizing” is key to this question. Sometimes tchrs feel they have to cover so much that little sticks #ELLCHAT
  • FloradTeach Jan 23 @ 9:43 PM EST
    #ELLCHAT Need to scaffold and differentiate so that they can fully participate, need to have something in place to help them
  • MrC_A2 Jan 23 @ 9:43 PM EST
    Confined in some ways by limiting myself to traditional teaching strategies. When experience might be more powerful #ellchat
    In reply to @KarenNemethEdM
  • Mzleitch Jan 23 @ 9:43 PM EST
    #ELLCHAT A4: serious co-planning skills so that ELLs have been exposed early to lower tier vocab. Strong scaffolds in place as well.
  • cate_janice Jan 23 @ 9:44 PM EST
    A3: I like using collections of trade books in themes. It helps to reuse vocabulary and build on concepts from book to book. #ELLChat
  • dan_pizzo Jan 23 @ 9:44 PM EST
    A4. Navigating the waters by bridging connections to student knowledge and lesson expectations. #ELLCHAT
  • HSeslteacher Jan 23 @ 9:44 PM EST
    A4: Can't go deep without some surface level (background) knowledge. Fisher, Frey & Hattie (2016) #ELLChat
  • MrMathAHS Jan 23 @ 9:44 PM EST
    #ELLCHAT @HSeslteacher might be a good resource for our class.
    In reply to @HSeslteacher
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jan 23 @ 9:44 PM EST
    A4 At some point we need a way to help tchrs prioritize and be confident that true depth provides a LOT of exposure via one topic #ELLCHAT
  • MrsRussoSTAT Jan 23 @ 9:44 PM EST
    A4 It takes time, Ts must assess background knowledge, and plan for varying DOK levels #ellchat
  • FloradTeach Jan 23 @ 9:44 PM EST
    This is great, thanks for sharing #ELLCHAT
    In reply to @MMoMarroquin
  • TwitLiveEvents Jan 23 @ 9:45 PM EST
    January 23, 2017 at 10:00PM Twitter Chat - #ellchat #TwitterChat Visit https://t.co/52cTeoQ3Zw for more events.
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jan 23 @ 9:45 PM EST
    A4 For #Earlyed I say we can cover depth in EVERY learning domain just during mealtime! Then use rest of day to play ;) #ELLCHAT
  • SNRam18 Jan 23 @ 9:46 PM EST
    A4 Trying 2 pick the most important topics/skills, taking time 2 build on basics & remembering that it will take time #ELLCHAT
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jan 23 @ 9:46 PM EST
    A4 I wish someone would do a study about LOST info- what if we measure how much time tchrs spend on topics that Ss forget? #ELLCHAT
  • Mzleitch Jan 23 @ 9:46 PM EST
    #ELLCHAT A4: ES teachers, have you explored Mystery Science? We are seeing great success so far with the NGSS standards and our students.
  • MelissaDiDonato Jan 23 @ 9:47 PM EST
    A4 School admins play a role in supporting 'prioritizing'. Empowering Ts to examine standards/modify curriculum must occur #ELLCHAT
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jan 23 @ 9:47 PM EST
    A4 That’s data we don’t have but would be useful to show tchrs they can cut out this topic or that because it rarely works. #ELLCHAT
  • oliviaj98 Jan 23 @ 9:47 PM EST
    A4 Sometimes I don't know what is best for the child to help them learn. #ELLChat
  • MMoMarroquin Jan 23 @ 9:47 PM EST
    A4 I think finding culturally relevant resources is also important Esp when teaching content #ELLCHAT
  • FloradTeach Jan 23 @ 9:48 PM EST
    Need to go, a great chat. thank you ! #ELLCHAT
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jan 23 @ 9:48 PM EST
    Q5 How does your curriculum help or hurt your efforts to achieve this depth/exposure balance for ELLs? #ELLCHAT
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jan 23 @ 9:48 PM EST
    Thanks for your input on #ELLCHAT !!
    In reply to @FloradTeach
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jan 23 @ 9:49 PM EST
    A5 When I told some #preK tchrs to stop using Chicka Chicka Boom Boom book for DLLs, they said it is required in curriculum :( #ELLCHAT
  • EmilyDESOL383 Jan 23 @ 9:49 PM EST
    A5: our elem ELA curriculum does not have enough non-fiction. #ellchat
  • MrC_A2 Jan 23 @ 9:50 PM EST
    Using culturally relevant pedagogy strategies I deconstruct, rebuild, and re-align curriculum to support EL ss learning experience. #ellchat
  • MrMathAHS Jan 23 @ 9:50 PM EST
    #ELLCHAT A5 With developing our Ess. Stds it has helps to be able to see our focus in what we spend our time on in class.
  • Mzleitch Jan 23 @ 9:50 PM EST
    #ELLCHAT Q5: Too much stuff. Depth can be achieved if there is time for true understanding and transfer.
  • TheESOLNinja Jan 23 @ 9:50 PM EST
    A5 In many cases, the curriculum requires in depth mastery while the pacing guide allows for exposure #ellchat
  • MrC_A2 Jan 23 @ 9:50 PM EST
    A5) Using culturally relevant pedagogy strategies I deconstruct, rebuild, and re-align curriculum to support EL learning experience #ellchat
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jan 23 @ 9:51 PM EST
    A5 Another thing I told admins today: they have to give permission for tchrs to bend curriculum/write flexible lesson plans #ELLCHAT
  • MrMathAHS Jan 23 @ 9:51 PM EST
    #ELLCHAT Teachers need to remember what is Ess. is what needs to be taught in-depth. The other stuff is fluff and can be breath.
  • MelissaDiDonato Jan 23 @ 9:51 PM EST
    A5 School admins need to empower Ts to make sound instructional decisions for students based upon standards not recommended texts #ELLCHAT
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jan 23 @ 9:51 PM EST
    A5 I think that’s why project based learning is gaining so much popularity in programs for ELLs #ELLCHAT
    • Mzleitch Jan 23 @ 9:50 PM EST
      #ELLCHAT Q5: Too much stuff. Depth can be achieved if there is time for true understanding and transfer.
  • HSeslteacher Jan 23 @ 9:52 PM EST
    That's "tail wagging the dog" Essential standards should drive what we're teaching, not curriculum! It's a resource #ELLchat
    In reply to @KarenNemethEdM
  • MrMathAHS Jan 23 @ 9:52 PM EST
    This is so very true many teachers don't think they have much control over their content. #ELLCHAT
    In reply to @KarenNemethEdM
  • dan_pizzo Jan 23 @ 9:52 PM EST
    A5 - Pacing. Too high paced, with not enough time to explore what some may view as minutia. ELLs may see as critical. #ellchat
  • MrsRussoSTAT Jan 23 @ 9:53 PM EST
    A5 Ts feel pressure of pacing guides but need to remember to meet Ss at their level which may mean choosing a new text or scaffolds #ellchat
  • SNRam18 Jan 23 @ 9:53 PM EST
    A5 Our curriculum is 4 ELLs. It has tips 2 limit or + more. If I add, I make mini lessons w/several levels. I move at Ss pace #ELLCHAT
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jan 23 @ 9:55 PM EST
    A5 I like to say standards are the ingredients, curriculum is the recipe of how they’re used. Different chefs=different results #ELLCHAT
    • HSeslteacher Jan 23 @ 9:52 PM EST
      That's "tail wagging the dog" Essential standards should drive what we're teaching, not curriculum! It's a resource #ELLchat
      In reply to @KarenNemethEdM
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jan 23 @ 9:56 PM EST
    Q6 What strategies/resources have contributed to successful implementation of depth and exposure for ELLs? #ELLCHAT
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jan 23 @ 9:57 PM EST
    A6 Tonight’s chat is unusual in that almost all comments are from you - very few links so far. Great ideas shared! #ELLCHAT
  • MrMathAHS Jan 23 @ 9:57 PM EST
    #ELLCHAT A6 @HSeslteacher and @KschuldtESL have been great resources over the years for helping me with my ELLs
    In reply to @HSeslteacher, @KschuldtESL
  • SNRam18 Jan 23 @ 9:58 PM EST
    Its National Geographics Reach @ the elem level. Units have Social Studies or Science themes w/diverse literature #ELLCHAT
    In reply to @MelissaDiDonato
  • MMoMarroquin Jan 23 @ 9:58 PM EST
    A5 the hard part about curriculum is that it can't do it all! #ELLCHAT
  • Mzleitch Jan 23 @ 9:58 PM EST
    #ELLCHAT A6: WIDA and the can-dos and MPIs. Cognitive functions remain the same, scaffold for language.
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jan 23 @ 9:59 PM EST
    A5 - nor should it! good point! #ELLCHAT