#ELLCHAT Archive

#ELLCHAT is a repository for ideas related to teaching English Language Learners.

Monday April 16, 2018
9:00 PM EDT

  • judiehaynes - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:00 PM EDT
    Welcome to #ELLCHAT! A1) Please share your names and what & where you teach.
  • PSCCESOL Apr 16 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    #ELLCHAT A1 This is Kate, tweeting for @PSCCESOL. I teach adults in Knoxville, TN.
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    A1 Good evening #ELLCHAT friends! I’m Karen Nemeth, co host of #ELLCHAT I’m an author/consultant focusing on PD for early childhood educators on teaching children who are DLLs/ELLs (from eastern PA)
  • Tellez2u Apr 16 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    A1 Hello All! I am Karen from Chicago. I am a language coordinator in Chicago Public Schools and a fierce language learner advocate. #ellchat
  • MrsSaid17 Apr 16 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    A1: EL Administrator, Chicagoland area #ELLCHAT
  • judiehaynes - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    A1) I'm Judie Haynes, former ESL teacher, author and co-host of #ELLCHAT from N.J.
  • MaggieSteLo Apr 16 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    #ELLCHAT A1 profesional learning specialist from CT at a regional education service center. I specialize in ELs.
  • MsCapsuto Apr 16 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    A1: I'm Rebecca. I teach ENL and technology in NY. I have experience with both K-12 and higher ed. #ELLCHAT
  • lisa31353971 Apr 16 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    I’m Lisa Payne-I’m new here. :) I teach early childhood special education in Kansas, but also Work with ELL students at the EC level to help determine difference versus disability in the gen ed preschool rooms. #ellchat
    In reply to @KarenNemethEdM
  • RLellaEdD Apr 16 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    A1) Hi everyone! Glad to be back after missing a few weeks! Rachel Lella, K-12 ESL Supervisor in New Jersey. #ellchat
  • devinderpg Apr 16 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Devinder from Ottawa, Canada; ELL Instructional Coach #ELLChat
  • ColorinColorado Apr 16 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    A1) Lydia from @ColorinColorado #ellchat
  • dmarigutierrez Apr 16 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Damaris, San Antonio TX. Former newcomer ESL in elem. excited to be here, been out the loop for a little while. #ELLCHAT
  • LeticiaTrower Apr 16 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    #ELLCHAT Hi everyone, I'm Leticia, rhymes with uh-fish-uh. Professional learning specialist currently working (very happily!) at Corwin Press
  • Ana_D_teacher Apr 16 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    A1: Ana Dowling, 1st grade bilingual teacher in TX. #ELLCHAT
  • theESLlady Apr 16 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    A1. Hi everyone. I’m LeighAnn. PreK - 2nd grade ESL teacher in N.J. #ELLCHAT
  • ValentinaESL Apr 16 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    A1 hi everyone! I’m excited to connect with you all tonight about PD. I serve as a PD specialist for teachers of #ELLs #ELLCHAT
  • easkelton Apr 16 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    A1) Beth from Colorado. I'm a consultant for ESL/EAL/ENL K-12. #ELLchat
  • MadameMoodle Apr 16 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    #ELLCHAT A1: Mirna Jope, ELD teacher in public HS in Sacramento, CA
  • Dale_Chu Apr 16 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    HAPPENING NOW: @KarenNemethEdM hosting a chat on professional development. Follow along at #ELLchat!
  • JanMcClellanELL Apr 16 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    A1: Jan McClellan, Springfield R-12 in Springfield Missouri. ELL Specialist #ELLChat
  • actuallymjh Apr 16 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    A1: Michelle ENL Teacher in NYC #ELLCHAT
  • HSeslteacher Apr 16 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    A1: Shaeley, K12 ESL instructional coach from Central Iowa. #ELLChat
  • judiehaynes - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    Q2) ESL teachers often take a leadership roll in their schools. What role do you play in the PD for teachers of ELLs in your school/district? #ELLCHAT
    • ValentinaESL Apr 16 @ 9:06 PM EDT
      A1 hi everyone! I’m excited to connect with you all tonight about PD. I serve as a PD specialist for teachers of #ELLs #ELLCHAT
  • ldstallings Apr 16 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    A1) I'm Lynne Stallings, a faculty member for EL licensure candidates at Ball State University in Indiana. #ELLCHAT
  • judiehaynes - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    A2) I think the first thing tchrs of ELLs need to do is advocate for more & better PD on ELD. #ELLCHAT
  • easkelton Apr 16 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    A2) As a consultant, I provide all kinds of PD from workshops to coaching; data analysis to program development. At this time of year, it's all about data analysis and planning for next year. #ellchat
  • JanMcClellanELL Apr 16 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    A2: I often lead PD specific to culture and best practices in ELL. #ELLChat
    • judiehaynes - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:09 PM EDT
      Q2) ESL teachers often take a leadership roll in their schools. What role do you play in the PD for teachers of ELLs in your school/district? #ELLCHAT
      • ValentinaESL Apr 16 @ 9:06 PM EDT
        A1 hi everyone! I’m excited to connect with you all tonight about PD. I serve as a PD specialist for teachers of #ELLs #ELLCHAT
  • lisa31353971 Apr 16 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    At the risk of sounding under-educated in all things Twitter-is the best way to see all the comments that follow this evening’s PLN of #ellchat to refresh the page and see what’s new??
    In reply to @KarenNemethEdM
  • jmille38 Apr 16 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A1 hi all! Language development researcher here interested to hear from everyone in the classroom #ELLCHAT
  • MaggieSteLo Apr 16 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    #ELLCHAT A2: I work with school districts in my region to provide PD around best practices for ELs via workshops, coaching and curriculum building.
  • PSCCESOL Apr 16 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    #ELLCHAT A2 I am a member of the advisory committee helping administer a grant @ps received to build a teaching and learning center. I am delighted that the needs of our #ELLs are being taken into account. One big line of funding is going to internationalizing the curriculum.
  • Tellez2u Apr 16 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A2 Our admin decided a few years ago to give one grade level team meeting a month to EL PD. I was lucky to be able to lead this work. We have had a schoolwide shift for our ELs. #ellchat
  • MadameMoodle Apr 16 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    #ellchat Q2: As the sole #ELD teacher (45 #EnglishLearners in #ELD classes with me and mainstreamed for rest), I'm a fierce advocate for educational #equity for them. Happy to collaborate with content teachers.
    In reply to @judiehaynes
  • MsCapsuto Apr 16 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    A2: Being new to ELL in the K-12 field, my role currently is to advocate more inclusive instruction in the general education classroom. The other ELL teacher did a cultural identity PD in November, it was awesome! #ELLCHAT
  • MrsSaid17 Apr 16 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    A2: I organize and deliver it. #ELLCHAT
  • devinderpg Apr 16 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    #ELLCHAT A2 Our Central educator team facilitates networks to support both content area Ts + ESL and ELD Ts
  • ldstallings Apr 16 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    A2) I encourage pre- and in-service teacher candidates who are working with ELs in school settings to create PD (in different forms) that meets the needs of their teaching setting. #ELLCHAT
  • HSeslteacher Apr 16 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    A2: Job-embedded PD is major part of my role as instructional coach. Also, I work with ESL PLC & provide trainings for teachers, admin, & staff #ELLChat
  • RLellaEdD Apr 16 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    A2) I have only 3 ESL teachers in my district. Most of our PD occurs with the four of us sitting around a table discussing ideas, issues, and solutions. I am always attending some kind of PD, so I turnkey whenever possible. #ellchat
  • ValentinaESL Apr 16 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    A2 I create & provide PD for teachers and administrators. In addition, I support ESL teachers as they build capacity on their campus or the district level to provide PD #ELLCHAT
  • actuallymjh Apr 16 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    A2: I am the only ENL teacher so I led a PD on ELLs and try to provide additional info on best practices and collaboration to content teachers #ELLCHAT
  • MadameMoodle Apr 16 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    Dang!🙄A:2, not Q. #Ellchat
    • MadameMoodle Apr 16 @ 9:12 PM EDT
      #ellchat Q2: As the sole #ELD teacher (45 #EnglishLearners in #ELD classes with me and mainstreamed for rest), I'm a fierce advocate for educational #equity for them. Happy to collaborate with content teachers.
      In reply to @judiehaynes
  • dmarigutierrez Apr 16 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    A2 as campus T: PLC planning, PBIS and Culturally Responsive Literature. Currently at district level PD for ESL instruction & working on more content PD that addresses the needs of ELs. #ELLCHAT
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    All questions welcome! Most of us use an app that creates columns for each hashtag we follow, like Hootsuite or Tweetdeck. But, if you follow on your phone, type #ELLCHAT in search box and keep refreshing If you tweet, include #ELLCHAT and # of question you answer
    • lisa31353971 Apr 16 @ 9:11 PM EDT
      At the risk of sounding under-educated in all things Twitter-is the best way to see all the comments that follow this evening’s PLN of #ellchat to refresh the page and see what’s new??
      In reply to @KarenNemethEdM
  • judiehaynes - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A2) Teachers of ELLs could also include classroom/subject area teachers of ELLs. #ELLCHAT
    • RLellaEdD Apr 16 @ 9:13 PM EDT
      A2) I have only 3 ESL teachers in my district. Most of our PD occurs with the four of us sitting around a table discussing ideas, issues, and solutions. I am always attending some kind of PD, so I turnkey whenever possible. #ellchat
  • HSeslteacher Apr 16 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    So how many grade level teams do you meet with each month? Are you in a K-5 building? #ELLChat
    In reply to @Tellez2u
  • ValentinaESL Apr 16 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A2 I work with campuses to create job embedded PD, learning walks, and face to face PD tailored to their campus needs #ELLCHAT
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A2 Sometimes, your important roll in PD could be just to attend the curriculum PD provided for gen ed teachers so THEY know you know what they’re doing! #ELLCHAT
  • RLellaEdD Apr 16 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A2) I’m really looking forward to getting my ESL teachers to lead PD for their colleagues next year. They don’t want to hear from me over and over, and I want my fabulous teachers sharing their expertise! #ellchat
  • READ_inc Apr 16 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    #ELLCHAT, sorry I am late. Sara Knigge PD SPECIALIST in Chicago area.
  • ColorinColorado Apr 16 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A2) Our "Role of the #ESL Teacher" section includes resources on leading PD, advocacy, and collaboration -- it is great to see so many examples of these tonight in the posts! https://t.co/1g9IwQfYBb #ELLchat
  • judiehaynes - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A2) Advocacy is an important aspect of being a teacher-leader. #ELLCHAT
  • ValentinaESL Apr 16 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    A2 in addition, I support teachers by providing classroom demonstrations - lessons that are language rich. Groups of teachers come in and observe followed by a debriefing #ELLCHAT
  • dmarigutierrez Apr 16 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    A2 I coach Ts in the classroom as well. My district ESL teachers (18 campuses) are responsible for content and language instruction. Trying to merge the two so that it’s not seen as separate. #ELLCHAT
  • ColorinColorado Apr 16 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    A2) Resource -- Video: #ELL Ss Belong to All of Us: The Role of #ESOL Specialists in Collaboration (new this year!) | https://t.co/ipUnFLybGx #ELLchat
  • RLellaEdD Apr 16 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    A2) The ELL population in my district is growing slowly and is becoming more significant at 6-12. I’m really excited to get some PD and strategies to teachers who have never taught ELLs before. #ellchat
  • PSCCESOL Apr 16 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    #ELLCHAT A2 I am grateful that inclusion and issues around #ESOL are regularly incorporated into our annual inservice. I am glad to share with my colleagues and also learn about the challenges they face including #ELLs in their classrooms.
    In reply to @HSeslteacher, @RLellaEdD
  • ValentinaESL Apr 16 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    A2 I also create and manage online PD for teachers of ELLs #ELLCHAT
  • easkelton Apr 16 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    Here's an article I wrote to support ESL teachers in their role as leaders: https://t.co/2rIZ3BMGhP #ellchat
  • judiehaynes - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    Q3) What are the deficits you think exist in current professional development programs for teachers of ELLs that you have in your schoo/districtl? #ELLCHAT
  • jennygreen79 Apr 16 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    A1: jenny from Olathe. I teach sheltered HS science #ELLChat
  • RLellaEdD Apr 16 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    That’s fantastic! We’ll hopefully be headed in that direction soon! #ELLChat
    In reply to @PSCCESOL, @HSeslteacher
  • ValentinaESL Apr 16 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    A2 here are my suggestions for helping teachers of ELLs advocate #ELLCHAT
    • ValentinaESL Apr 15 @ 3:36 PM EDT
      Years ago as an #ESL teacher, I found myself beginning to advocate for #ELLs on my campus. No matter your role, you can advocate too. Advocacy takes on multiple forms. Here’s how you can be a CHANGE MAKER! #ellchat #ELs
  • RLellaEdD Apr 16 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    That’s my PD at the elem level next week! I’m hoping to incorporate that 6-12 next year. #ELLchat
    In reply to @Tellez2u
  • judiehaynes - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A2) And you write an excellent blog as part of that online PD! #ELLCHAT
  • ValentinaESL Apr 16 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A3 it’s difficulty reach all content teachers especially during the school year. We offer summer PD but it’s not required so not all come #ELLCHAT
  • MaggieSteLo Apr 16 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    #ELLCHAT A3: It’s hard to get consistent PD and follow-through when there are many priorities at the district or school level. ELs are usually an add on or a one-off, rather than consistently integrated into other PD
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A3 I go back to college programs. MOST districts now have preK, but almost no teacher prep programs for elementary, principal, or ESL teach any courses about 3 - 5 year olds. So how is ANYONE doing PD for young ELLs/DLLs? #ELLCHAT
  • easkelton Apr 16 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A3) Some undergraduate programs still do not include much focus on ELD--unimaginable, but true! So PD for inservice teachers often has to cover the basics of language acquisition and support strategies. #ELLchat
    • judiehaynes - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:19 PM EDT
      Q3) What are the deficits you think exist in current professional development programs for teachers of ELLs that you have in your schoo/districtl? #ELLCHAT
  • yang5574 Apr 16 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A1 Hi everyone, My name is Elliot and I currently volunteer in Hubbs center in Saint Paul, MN #ellchat
  • MsCapsuto Apr 16 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A3: I want a PD for ELL & Special Ed. It's an area I feel really needs to be researched more. #ELLCHAT
  • MrsSaid17 Apr 16 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A3: There is great PD out there for EL teachers. It's a matter of time being the deficit. There is so much work to do with compliance and instruction.#ELLCHAT
  • Tellez2u Apr 16 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A3 A district deficit that I have come across is not having the expectation that all teachers are language teachers. All teachers need PD in this area. All Ts, and their Ss, would benefit from an ESL endorsement. #ellchat
  • HSeslteacher Apr 16 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A3: Common language & connection to other initiatives so ELL-specific issues aren't discounted. Need for Ts to see ELL PD is applicable even if they currently don't have an ELL in class. #ELLChat
  • ValentinaESL Apr 16 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    I attend regularly as a voice for ELLs and to stay current in gen ed. #ellchat @KarenNemethEdM
    • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:15 PM EDT
      A2 Sometimes, your important roll in PD could be just to attend the curriculum PD provided for gen ed teachers so THEY know you know what they’re doing! #ELLCHAT
  • MadameMoodle Apr 16 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A3- imho it's bigger than just PD re:#ELs. Districts miss the mark when they don't help core teachers focus on the meat of their curriculum. It would help ALL at-risk Ss if instruction focused on proficiency, rather than quantity. #minimalism #nomoreworksheets #ELLCHAT
  • ValentinaESL Apr 16 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    Thank you @judiehaynes I appreciate that! #ELLChat
  • judiehaynes - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    A3) When I first started to teach ESL, this was the case in the district where I taught. It took many years & persistence on my part to get PD for classroom teachers of ELLs. #ELLCHAT
    • MaggieSteLo Apr 16 @ 9:22 PM EDT
      #ELLCHAT A3: It’s hard to get consistent PD and follow-through when there are many priorities at the district or school level. ELs are usually an add on or a one-off, rather than consistently integrated into other PD
  • PSCCESOL Apr 16 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    It's a momentous challenge. As a person who is sometimes too exhausted for more PD myself, I can relate to the reluctance of Ts to come in summer. But just your presence and shared resources might be something. You prob. make more of a difference than you know. #ELLCHAT
    • ValentinaESL Apr 16 @ 9:22 PM EDT
      A3 it’s difficulty reach all content teachers especially during the school year. We offer summer PD but it’s not required so not all come #ELLCHAT
  • RLellaEdD Apr 16 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    A3) We definitely have a need for PD that focuses on socioemotional issues unique to ELLs for teachers at all levels. #ellchat
  • lisa31353971 Apr 16 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    #ELLCHAT for me, there isn’t a lot of ELL training that occurs at the EC level. I office share with a bi-lingual SLP, and that’s where most of my ELL PD happens-just as we share cases. I feel good about the Spanish population most of the time-but May struggle with other languages
    In reply to @judiehaynes
  • yang5574 Apr 16 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    A2 I view myself as facilitator. #ellchat
  • judiehaynes - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    #ELLCHAT will be doing this in May. Stay tuned.
    • MsCapsuto Apr 16 @ 9:23 PM EDT
      A3: I want a PD for ELL & Special Ed. It's an area I feel really needs to be researched more. #ELLCHAT
  • jennygreen79 Apr 16 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    A3: teachers assume they know what they are doing and ignore PD when it’s given. #ellchat
  • easkelton Apr 16 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    A3) ELD PD needs to be embedded and for everyone, not just 'another thing'. It needs to be part of all other district initiatives #ellchat
  • HSeslteacher Apr 16 @ 9:26 PM EDT
    A3: I heard @lcruzconsulting present last week. He made the point that focus on compliance for ELL programs undermines our work. #ELLChat
  • jennygreen79 Apr 16 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    We are going into PLCs and giving content teachers specific help. #ellchat
    In reply to @ValentinaESL
  • MsCapsuto Apr 16 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    If I didn't teach at an ESL "camp" over the summer I wouldn't have experience with any ELLs other than Spanish speakers. I teach teens from all over the world there. #ELLCHAT
    • lisa31353971 Apr 16 @ 9:25 PM EDT
      #ELLCHAT for me, there isn’t a lot of ELL training that occurs at the EC level. I office share with a bi-lingual SLP, and that’s where most of my ELL PD happens-just as we share cases. I feel good about the Spanish population most of the time-but May struggle with other languages
      In reply to @judiehaynes
  • dmarigutierrez Apr 16 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    A3- I believe the ESL program design in elem doesn’t match the PD available: We need more content and ELD because that is the reality for ESL Ts. T new to leave PD & move it straight to their day to day learning blocks. #ELLCHAT
  • easkelton Apr 16 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    Right, Shaeley--who wants to just 'comply'? We want our kids and programs to thrive! #ellchat
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    A3 I agree, Beth. Studies have shown that language development (even just one language) is least covered topic in teacher ed. They don’t even know what they don’t know! #ELLCHAT
    • easkelton Apr 16 @ 9:23 PM EDT
      A3) Some undergraduate programs still do not include much focus on ELD--unimaginable, but true! So PD for inservice teachers often has to cover the basics of language acquisition and support strategies. #ELLchat
      • judiehaynes - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:19 PM EDT
        Q3) What are the deficits you think exist in current professional development programs for teachers of ELLs that you have in your schoo/districtl? #ELLCHAT
  • ValentinaESL Apr 16 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    A3 this is true! It should be part of the fabric of all content PD #ELLchat
    • easkelton Apr 16 @ 9:26 PM EDT
      A3) ELD PD needs to be embedded and for everyone, not just 'another thing'. It needs to be part of all other district initiatives #ellchat
  • judiehaynes - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    A2) I find that many ESL teachers do not attend general curriculum development meetings. Is is the best place for us to make sure the curriculum takes ELLs into account. #ELLCHAT
  • READ_inc Apr 16 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    A3) PD for ESL Ts should include how to collaborate with monolingual Ts. Often the 2 grps feel separate. Here is an example of a co-plan sheet https://t.co/aUN8UKw3Gg #ELLCHAT
  • dmarigutierrez Apr 16 @ 9:28 PM EDT
    A3: PD that is continuous and supported through the year. Ts need systematic follow ups. Let’s build our Ts throughout the year #ELLCHAT
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    A3 in early childhood, it is extremely critical that supports for 1st and 2nd language learning must be embedded all day, every day. So…. how can you support that if you aren’t in those curriculum trainings??? #ELLCHAT
  • educ8orSmith Apr 16 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    A2 Role of ESL teacher changing. Some ready 2 b coaches/PD facilitators; others focused on instruction. Should b balance of both. #ELLCHAT
    In reply to @RLellaEdD
  • RLellaEdD Apr 16 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    A3) With a growing 6-12 ESL population, I’m also working on incorporating PD for the guidance dept to support them in decisions regarding ELLs so we are not only doing what’s best for the kids but are also compliant with code. Code can be intimidating to take on alone! #ellchat
  • dmarigutierrez Apr 16 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    A3 There is major power in T action research @TeachingChannel and @ELL_confianza have great resources around Ts driving their professional learning. #ELLCHAT
  • easkelton Apr 16 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    Indeed--most of my secondary ELD PD is content specific. I provide support for math, science, social studies teachers as focused workshops directed to their needs. They seem to be able to transfer strategies more readily that way. #ellchat
    • dmarigutierrez Apr 16 @ 9:27 PM EDT
      A3- I believe the ESL program design in elem doesn’t match the PD available: We need more content and ELD because that is the reality for ESL Ts. T new to leave PD & move it straight to their day to day learning blocks. #ELLCHAT
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    A3 - yes! and this leads to a deficit in PD: this whole idea that anyone who attends a training is skilled and prepared enough to “turnkey” that!! #ELLCHAT
    • educ8orSmith Apr 16 @ 9:29 PM EDT
      A2 Role of ESL teacher changing. Some ready 2 b coaches/PD facilitators; others focused on instruction. Should b balance of both. #ELLCHAT
      In reply to @RLellaEdD
  • devinderpg Apr 16 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    #ELLChat
    • devinderpg Apr 16 @ 9:26 PM EDT
      A3 Fixed Mindset - Ts want a magic pill strategy to work on any/all their ELLs, but are reluctant to change their instructional mindset which fixates on content.
  • LeticiaTrower Apr 16 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    A3 I also think we are missing opportunities to address the other groups our ELs often belong to, such as low SES and racial/ethnic minorities. These issues bring their own sets of challenges, in addition to lang proficiency. PD on this would be helpful. #ELLCHAT
  • judiehaynes - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    A3) I agree! I find a big problem in most of the school districts that I have visited is that admins don't attend PD and don't follow up that it is being implemented by teachers. #ELLCHAT
    • dmarigutierrez Apr 16 @ 9:28 PM EDT
      A3: PD that is continuous and supported through the year. Ts need systematic follow ups. Let’s build our Ts throughout the year #ELLCHAT
  • ValentinaESL Apr 16 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    I attend the district level curriculum meetings. However at the campus level, I do believe it’s critical for ESL teachers to plan alongside gen ed teachers whenever possible. Co planning for co teaching #ellchat
    • judiehaynes - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:28 PM EDT
      A2) I find that many ESL teachers do not attend general curriculum development meetings. Is is the best place for us to make sure the curriculum takes ELLs into account. #ELLCHAT
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    A3 also - in early ed, so many programs add bilingual paraprofessional because they can’t find cert. bilingual tchrs. But, paras get far less PD than tchers => creates quality gap for ELLs/DLLs #ELLCHAT
  • HSeslteacher Apr 16 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    A3: The issue of follow up and implementation of new learning is key. Another area instructional coaches can assist with since they attend PD with teachers. #ELLChat
    In reply to @judiehaynes
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    A3 this is good idea for middle school. Similarly, in preK, family workers and social workers need that kind of PD. They are often put in decision making positions about ELLs/DLLs - and have no preparation for that! #ELLCHAT
    • RLellaEdD Apr 16 @ 9:29 PM EDT
      A3) With a growing 6-12 ESL population, I’m also working on incorporating PD for the guidance dept to support them in decisions regarding ELLs so we are not only doing what’s best for the kids but are also compliant with code. Code can be intimidating to take on alone! #ellchat
  • judiehaynes - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    Q4) What are the elements of a good PD? What successful PD program for teachers of ELLs have you attended in your district? Why did you like it? This question includes programs for all tchrs of ELLs. #ELLCHAT
  • Ana_D_teacher Apr 16 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    A3: i feel like our ELL PD gets overlooked. Sometimes they might touch on how to help ELL’s, but most of the time is just something extra. #ELLChat
  • actuallymjh Apr 16 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    A3: My school ELL population is very small so I feel students often get overlooked. Many content teachers reached out to me sharing lessons and materials, but that has not continued throughout the year. Lack of consistent ELL PD beyond compliance and testing. #ELLCHAT
  • PSCCESOL Apr 16 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    #ELLCHAT A3 Many Ts of #ELLs do not see themselves as such, and do not differentiate between learning a new language and having a learning disability or coming from an underserved background. These are different issues, but they get conflated as remediation.
  • ValentinaESL Apr 16 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    A3 one of the most powerful forms of PD is watching other teachers. We can learn so much from our colleagues. Open your doors! #ELLCHAT
  • easkelton Apr 16 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    This is great, Rachel! Guidance counselors need to understand the entire ELD program and can be huge advocates for ELs #ellchat
    • RLellaEdD Apr 16 @ 9:29 PM EDT
      A3) With a growing 6-12 ESL population, I’m also working on incorporating PD for the guidance dept to support them in decisions regarding ELLs so we are not only doing what’s best for the kids but are also compliant with code. Code can be intimidating to take on alone! #ellchat
  • lisa31353971 Apr 16 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    #ELLCHAT I have been coaching my teachers on how to use the bilingual T.A. they are afforded. For my ELLs who are not Spanish speaking, it’s been a bit trickier to support Berber in the classroom.
    In reply to @KarenNemethEdM
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    A3 I recently heard a teacher rave about a “fun” song-based workshop on teaching DLLs. It is important to ask questions about quality and content, not be bowled over by a good sales pitch #ELLCHAT
  • MrsSaid17 Apr 16 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    A4: PD for EL teachers needs to fit the type of EL program you are running. It also needs to be consistent. #ELLCHAT
  • READ_inc Apr 16 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    A4) Good PD should teach you something new, validate something you already do and motivate you to do more #ELLCHAT
  • MsCapsuto Apr 16 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    If you can't physically get into a classroom, you can watch videos online. The TESOL grad programs in NY have us watching ELLs on video a lot. #ELLCHAT
    In reply to @ValentinaESL
  • devinderpg Apr 16 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A4: T-developed success criteria which incorporates language component in content area instruction/assessment #ELLCHAT
    • judiehaynes - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:33 PM EDT
      Q4) What are the elements of a good PD? What successful PD program for teachers of ELLs have you attended in your district? Why did you like it? This question includes programs for all tchrs of ELLs. #ELLCHAT
  • MaggieSteLo Apr 16 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A4: I try to structurePD with a knowledge and strategy building session followed by lesson study or coaching. I also follow up with admins via email with look for. Admins need support too! #ELLCHAT
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A4 Many supervisors ask me how they can support/coach bilingual tchrs if they use different lang in class. Some let tchr use video for self evaluation, then discuss with them #ELLCHAT
  • jennygreen79 Apr 16 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A4: good PD should teach, give time for practice, creation, collaboration and a follow up for reflection. #ellchat
  • LeticiaTrower Apr 16 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A4: Good PD includes meaningful interaction, gets you up and moving, allows you to apply what you're learning to your own context, is sustained (not just one day!), includes job-embedded components, makes you laugh, and acknowledges many voices/perspectives #ELLCHAT
    • judiehaynes - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:33 PM EDT
      Q4) What are the elements of a good PD? What successful PD program for teachers of ELLs have you attended in your district? Why did you like it? This question includes programs for all tchrs of ELLs. #ELLCHAT
  • easkelton Apr 16 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A4) I believe PD should be experiential with plenty of time for reflection and transfer of new skills to practice. #ellchat
    • judiehaynes - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:33 PM EDT
      Q4) What are the elements of a good PD? What successful PD program for teachers of ELLs have you attended in your district? Why did you like it? This question includes programs for all tchrs of ELLs. #ELLCHAT
  • ValentinaESL Apr 16 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A4 the strongest PD is job embedded, choice driven, ongoing. PD that is relevant to the grade level, content area and students #ELLCHAT
  • judiehaynes - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    Please be sure to answer questions (Q) with Answers (A). Other wise we don't know what question you're referring to. Thanks. #ELLCHAT
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    A3 We need to work on your request…. across the whole field! #ELLCHAT
    • lisa31353971 Apr 16 @ 9:37 PM EDT
      I work with the At Risk programs: Head Start and Jump Start. Some of the teachers do not hold a B.S., let alone an ELL endorsement. I’m an ECSE, currently working on my ELL endorsement, but the coursework is really geared more toward elementary. I’d love more on EC specific strat
      In reply to @KarenNemethEdM
  • HSeslteacher Apr 16 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    A4: One of the more successful PDs about teaching ELLs used existing PLC structure for Ts to apply what they were learning about ELLs. It was spread out over semester. #ELLChat
  • MadameMoodle Apr 16 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    A4:Most successful PD I gave our staff was spending 5 minutes talking to them in Croatian while going over a handout that was written in German & Arabic. Suddenly they had more #empathy 4 the #ELs in their class. Segued into teaching w/visual cues & good body language. #Ellchat
    In reply to @judiehaynes
  • Ana_D_teacher Apr 16 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    A4: I think great PD has something every teacher can learn and apply in the classroom. Some of the best PD I’ve had where ELLs were included have been in a webinar like the one I was just in with Alison@theprimarypond. #ELLCHAT
  • lisa31353971 Apr 16 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    So, I’m not really on an island, is that what you’re saying? :) I’d love to be a part of education, PD and strategy development/trials at the EC level. #ELLCHAT
    In reply to @KarenNemethEdM
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    A3 The professional development dilemma #ELLCHAT
  • MrsSaid17 Apr 16 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    A4: Strong PD is PD that is teacher driven and supported regarless of whether it is EL or not. #ELLCHAT
  • jennygreen79 Apr 16 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    A4: I got to preview an upcoming PD over SIOP and teaching it as a best practice for all SS. Also showed how to write a language & content Obj together #ELLChat
  • ColorinColorado Apr 16 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    A4) New video from the amazing #ELL expert Susan Lafond of @nysut - "Teachers need to be in the driver's seat for their PD" | https://t.co/WI27ajUOCw #ELLchat
  • judiehaynes - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    A4) Teachers need voice & choice about the PD they receive. As an ESL teacher I sat through many a PD program that felt irrelevant to me. #ELLCHAT
  • MsCapsuto Apr 16 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    A4: Hands on and collaboration. I love PDs that have us working with teachers we don't normally see. #ELLCHAT
  • HSeslteacher Apr 16 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    A4: Certainly it's NOT "sit and get." Adult learning theory says we need time to make connections & integrate new learning w/ what already know. #ELLChat
  • devinderpg Apr 16 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    #ELLCHAT A4: Book clubs offer Ts great learning at their own pace.
  • Super_Maestra Apr 16 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    #ellchat Kathy Evans EL from N.C. coming in late.
  • RLellaEdD Apr 16 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    A4) Collaboration and applicability are key to quality PD. Ending PD by giving Ts an opportunity to plan how they will realistically use new strategies in upcoming lessons gives them time to troubleshoot, ask questions, and walk away confident and excited! #ellchat
  • yang5574 Apr 16 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    A4) I think good PD has to give Ts some practical practices and give them time to reflect what they learn. (It doesnt have to be right after session. It could be a long-term, gradual reflection) #ellchat
  • educ8orSmith Apr 16 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    PD is important for more than just teaching staff. We need to think of enrollment staff, building secretaries, food services, etc. #ellchat
    In reply to @RLellaEdD
  • ValentinaESL Apr 16 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A4 twitter chats are excellent PD alongside a video, book or article related to ELL Strategies 😊 #ELLCHAT
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A4 A year-long model from NY: trainer meets w/ leaders, identifies goals w/staff, 3 all day trainings for tchrs planned months apart, give them things to try and report back at next all-day, and arrange workshops for paras on same goals in between, then all share. #ELLCHAT
  • ColorinColorado Apr 16 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    This is a fabulous strategy! @DStaehrFenner describes using a German lesson in math & a parent form in Arabic in Chapter 2 of her book "Advocating for ELs" https://t.co/H03Z8iIGUJ #ELLchat
    In reply to @MadameMoodle, @judiehaynes, @DStaehrFenner
  • actuallymjh Apr 16 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    A4: The best PD has been with other ENL teachers who provide resources that I can easily share with content teachers and can be implemented quickly #ELLCHAT
  • PSCCESOL Apr 16 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    #ELLCHAT A4 one of the best traits of a good PD is specificity. If you are teaching me to solve issue X, while my mind is on problem Y, I will not benefit. Having teacher driven PD, with S need as focus is the best!
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    A4 I worry when the whole staff has been trained such as linguistic/cultural awareness but bus drive says “stop speaking that gibberish on my bus!” or receptionist acts annoyed at accent, or cook doesn’t understand food traditions #ELLCHAT
    • educ8orSmith Apr 16 @ 9:43 PM EDT
      PD is important for more than just teaching staff. We need to think of enrollment staff, building secretaries, food services, etc. #ellchat
      In reply to @RLellaEdD
  • judiehaynes - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    A4) One of the best PD programs for tchrs of ELLs that I arranged for was a panel of parents answering prewritten questions about culture. It cleared up a lot of misconceptions and the tchrs loved it. #ELLCHAT
  • jennygreen79 Apr 16 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    A3 What if a PD session was a twitter chat then a breakout for face to face conversations? #ellchat
    In reply to @ValentinaESL
  • dmarigutierrez Apr 16 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    A4 I attended a Institute from @TCRWP for units of studies and supporting your ELs. This was a great training that allowed me to see literacy instruction with the lens of ELs needs. https://t.co/BtIB5PPQq8. #ellchat
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:46 PM EDT
    A4 Fast 5 Gamechangers to Make Professional Development Stick! https://t.co/Sc1u8JGpBu #ELLCHAT
  • ValentinaESL Apr 16 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    A4 I have been asked to deliver PD for office staff and paraprofessionals. Very effective #ELLChat
    • educ8orSmith Apr 16 @ 9:43 PM EDT
      PD is important for more than just teaching staff. We need to think of enrollment staff, building secretaries, food services, etc. #ellchat
      In reply to @RLellaEdD
  • TheLangTeacher Apr 16 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    A4) Last week we had a PD regarding reclassification and how content Ts will be involved in that process. What I found engaging was the use of #EdLab. Our ESL specialists hosted a podcast style PD that we could listen to at our own pace and then have Qs answered live. #ELLCHAT
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    A4 Maybe nothing is more important than full participation of principals, supervisors. No real gains achieved if leaders show no interest and have no idea how to lead towards improvement #ELLChat
  • judiehaynes - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    Q5) Do you attend conferences for teachers of ELLs outside of your district? Please share some workshops that you have found affective. Why?#ELLCHAT
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    A4 Wow - that sounds cool! #ELLCHAT
    • TheLangTeacher Apr 16 @ 9:47 PM EDT
      A4) Last week we had a PD regarding reclassification and how content Ts will be involved in that process. What I found engaging was the use of #EdLab. Our ESL specialists hosted a podcast style PD that we could listen to at our own pace and then have Qs answered live. #ELLCHAT
  • HSeslteacher Apr 16 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    A4: I think schools are moving away from large group PD to more targeted, choice-based options like @cultofpedagogy "paths to self-improvement" https://t.co/bMAJjaiQ11 #ELLChat
  • ColorinColorado Apr 16 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    Or make planning and collaboration a priority for all staff on behalf of ELLs and all students! #ellchat
    In reply to @KarenNemethEdM
  • MsCapsuto Apr 16 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    I always answer culture questions for other teachers. Im half Puerto Rican. While most ELLs are Hispanic at the school, only a small percent of the teachers are. #ELLCHAT
    • judiehaynes - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:45 PM EDT
      A4) One of the best PD programs for tchrs of ELLs that I arranged for was a panel of parents answering prewritten questions about culture. It cleared up a lot of misconceptions and the tchrs loved it. #ELLCHAT
  • judiehaynes - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    A4) I once did that - PD for janitors, office staff, lunchroom aids. #ELLCHAT
    • ValentinaESL Apr 16 @ 9:47 PM EDT
      A4 I have been asked to deliver PD for office staff and paraprofessionals. Very effective #ELLChat
      • educ8orSmith Apr 16 @ 9:43 PM EDT
        PD is important for more than just teaching staff. We need to think of enrollment staff, building secretaries, food services, etc. #ellchat
        In reply to @RLellaEdD
  • dmarigutierrez Apr 16 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    A4 Twitter chats and book studies. Follow #Ellchat_BkClub, I am not able to keep up sometimes but questions and book suggestions are always available. ❤️ #ELLCHAT
  • HSeslteacher Apr 16 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    A5: Being part of professional organization like @MIDTESOL has been valuable for me. I attend their fall conference #MIDTESOL18 https://t.co/kikHsLv1zb #ELLChat
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    A4 Head Start provides excellent guidance on strategic use of consultants to affect change in serving DLLs/ELLshttps://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/sites/default/files/pdf/impacting-change-ncclr.pdf #ELLCHAT
  • PSCCESOL Apr 16 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    I have just returned from @TESOLConv and it was truly inspiring. #ELLCHAT A5
  • devinderpg Apr 16 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    #ELLCHAT A5: "Celebrating Linguistic Diversity" in Toronto, Canada - every April
    • judiehaynes - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:48 PM EDT
      Q5) Do you attend conferences for teachers of ELLs outside of your district? Please share some workshops that you have found affective. Why?#ELLCHAT
  • ValentinaESL Apr 16 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    A5 I seek out PD outside my district all the time. —lifelong learner. I go to state and national conferences for ESL & literacy 🌎📖 #ELLCHAT
  • MrsSaid17 Apr 16 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    We love @IL_Resource_Ctr in Illinois! It's a great place for PD or networking with other EL professionals! #ELLCHAT
  • Super_Maestra Apr 16 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    The last few years I was able to be released from my pull out teaching schedule for a whole day 1x each semester to facilitate P.D. for each grade level during their grade level planning meetings. #ellchat
  • MrsSaid17 Apr 16 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    Gotta jump off super energetic child needs to sleep! #ELLCHAT
  • MrC_A2 Apr 16 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    #ELLCHAT, it's been so long. I'm sorry to have missed so many chats! Trying to get back into things! Lately it's been pedal to the metal! Enjoying reading the chats afterwards though!
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    A4 High quality professional development always begins with a commitment from leaders to make time available, to plan effectively, and to invest in best people and resources #ELLCHAT
  • MaggieSteLo Apr 16 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    A5: Teaching for Biliteracy training was crucial for working with bilingual and dual teachers. I went to ASCD this year and went to all the EL-focused PD I could find. Most PD was designed for new to EL teachers. #Ellchat_BkClub and Twitter save me! #ELLCHAT
  • HSeslteacher Apr 16 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    A5: Conferences for ELL teachers like #TESOL18 can help you build valuable connections with like-minded educators. State events like #IowaCLC18 also invaluable. #ELLChat
  • easkelton Apr 16 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    A5) YES! I'm a board member of CoTESOL here in Colorado. I also attend + present at #WIDA national conference. #ellchat
    • judiehaynes - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:48 PM EDT
      Q5) Do you attend conferences for teachers of ELLs outside of your district? Please share some workshops that you have found affective. Why?#ELLCHAT
  • judiehaynes - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    A5) I attended TESOL for many years but I have switched over to some mainstream teacher groups such as ASCD. I am active in #njtesolbe which is a priority for me. #ELLCHAT
  • ColorinColorado Apr 16 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    A5) I think regional/state affiliate #TESOL conferences are great because they include local teachers, leaders, univ. faculty, and families and offer a chance to go deep on local/state/regional issues #ELLchat
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    A3 Many teachers say their #Earlyed curriculum doesn’t support DLLs/ELLs. I don’t get that - if you spend many thousands $$, why school doesn’t feel comfortable demanding support from vendor??? #ELLCHAT
  • RLellaEdD Apr 16 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    A5) Whenever possible I attend PD on ELLs offered by the NJDOE. Also looking forward to the @NJPSA ELL Summit and the @NJTESOL_NJBE spring conference! #ellchat
  • MadameMoodle Apr 16 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    A5-Can't leave state unless I pay for it now 😭 BUT went to @WIDAConsortium annual in #Philadelphia last year & #coteaching workshop by @AndreaHonigsfel was amazing!!!!#ELLCHAT
  • ValentinaESL Apr 16 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    A5 speaking of PD, if you’re in the area... #ellchat @CarolinaTesol
  • judiehaynes - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:53 PM EDT
    A5) I have a question. Do you think good PD comes from hiring outside consultants? #ELLCHAT
  • ValentinaESL Apr 16 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    A5 here’s another opportunity coming up in May #madpd #ELLchat
  • READ_inc Apr 16 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    A5) I agree with @MrsSaid17 , @IL_Resource_Ctr is the best bilingual conference around. I was also lucky enough to attend @WIDAConsortium. #ELLCHAT
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    A5 How about https://t.co/o5bDGrHnAF National Association for Bilingual Education or their state chapters? #ELLCHAT
  • MaggieSteLo Apr 16 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    A5: I was on the board of @Conntesol and recently relaunched @cte_ct to be the EL advocate voice on our @ncte affiliate board. #ELLCHAT
  • judiehaynes - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    6) Do you use online options for PD? Cite some webinars, podcasts, Twitter chats, etc that you have found to be worthwhile. Why? #ELLCHAT
  • PSCCESOL Apr 16 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    #ELLCHAT A5 It can. I think good PD can come from any source that provides competent assistance where it is needed. Sometimes we can do it in-house. Sometimes travel to conferences. Sometimes find a specialist to bring us something new. We need to actively choose what fits...
    In reply to @judiehaynes
  • actuallymjh Apr 16 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    A5: I did a livestream session with @ELL_confianza in Februrary where I could video chat with specialists and educators. The site is helpful with blog posts and resources. I have frequently used this site since. #ELLCHAT
  • MadameMoodle Apr 16 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    A5: More miss than hit with outside folks. We seem to ignore our homegrown and economical talents. #ELLCHAT
  • READ_inc Apr 16 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    A5) Follow up question, should districts avoid or limit "in house PD" for their Ts? #ellchat
  • PSCCESOL Apr 16 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    #ELLCHAT A6 We use a great combination of things, some of which are online. The most important thing is to find something we can actually use, not just theoretical discussions.
  • ValentinaESL Apr 16 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    A5 and another free online PD opportunity ~ #virtuel18 will be on June 23 hosted by @MsSalvac and @TanELLclassroom #ELLChat
  • dmarigutierrez Apr 16 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    A5 #TXTESOL was a great conference this year. Lots of sessions addressing the needs for ESL teachers in the elementary setting. Plus great keynote speakers and presenters @MsSalvac @Seidlitz_Ed @Toppel_ELD @emilyfranESL @skrashen and more! #ELLCHAT
  • devinderpg Apr 16 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    #ELLCHAT A5: Only if outsiders have done their homework and know the current mindset and instructional/assessment practices of participants.
  • Super_Maestra Apr 16 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    We started with a blank lesson template from WIDA and a lesson they had previously taught and collaborated to write MPIs for the lesson from levels 1-5. Training focused on 3 types of supports and content/Lang. Obj. #ELLCHAT
  • HSeslteacher Apr 16 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    A6: Hands down the best online PD related to ELLs I've participated in was #MOOC from @ELLStanford on constructive conversations. #ELLChat
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Apr 16 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    A6 One of my favorite TED talks on beginnings of learning 2 languages https://t.co/sC2fqm7Gh3 There are other TED talks about ELLs, right? #ELLCHAT
  • ValentinaESL Apr 16 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    A6 #ellchat this is online and free! No travel, no fee!
  • MadameMoodle Apr 16 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    A5: Best "outsiders" are from my #PLN in @Twitter! 🤣#ELLCHAT
  • ldstallings Apr 16 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    A5) It depends on needs, situation, and resources. #ELLCHAT
  • melsa777 Apr 16 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    Couldn’t agree more...every teacher will need the necessary tools...it’s good practice for all children. #ELLCHAT
    In reply to @easkelton
  • PSCCESOL Apr 16 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    Thank you for a wonderful chat. I am now super inspired to go work on my in-service training for fall! #ELLCHAT
  • MaggieSteLo Apr 16 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    A5: As an outside consultant, I try to empower my teachers to grow their talents and develop internal capacity. It’s a challenge to do homegrown PD only when you’re the only ESL teacher k-12 or you’ve only got tutors in the district. #ELLCHAT
  • READ_inc Apr 16 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    I have found Carol Salva's podcast helpful because she has real classroom stories and interviews with on ESL topics @MsSalvac 's #ELLCHAT