#ELLCHAT Archive | Participate

MsGilesPollard Nov 7 @ 9:00 PM EST

A1) Mary Ann Giles,I'm a student teacher, teaching 4th grade general education in Santa Barbara, Caliofornia #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:02 PM EST

Welcome to #ELLCHAT. Join us tonight to discuss reading comprehension strategies for ELLs.

judiehaynes - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:02 PM EST

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

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:03 PM EST

Good evening, #ELLCHAT Time to start our chat about key literacy strategies for ELLs are you ready?

MsSalvac Nov 7 @ 9:03 PM EST

A1) Carol Salva, Newcomer/SIFE teacher in Houston, Tx. ESL Consultant. Excited to be here! #ELLCHAT

MissMendoza Nov 7 @ 9:03 PM EST

A1) Cindy Mendoza,I am also a student teacher, currently placed in a 4th grade classroom in Santa Barbara, California . #ellchat

stprw01MAT Nov 7 @ 9:04 PM EST

#ellchat A1) My name is Phillip. I am an MAT student, and I have taught music education.

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:04 PM EST

Good evening, #ELLCHAT I’m Karen Nemeth co-host of this chat, author/consultant on improving #earlyed for DLLs/ELLs from eastern PA

nagoyajeff Nov 7 @ 9:04 PM EST

#ELLCHAT I'm Jeff and I work in Singapore. I train teachers from around Southeast Asia in second language methodology and pedagogy

judiehaynes - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:04 PM EST

A1) Judie Haynes, former K-6 ESL teacher, author and #ELLCHAT co-moderator.

C_C_Mitchell Nov 7 @ 9:05 PM EST

What does it take to be a high-quality teacher for ELLs? https://t.co/rUvZqIguZf #ellchat https://t.co/2hinobyHZo

HSeslteacher Nov 7 @ 9:05 PM EST

Shaeley, K12 ESL coach from Central Iowa joining #ELLChat tonight.

DdelaneyDiana Nov 7 @ 9:06 PM EST

Diana Delaney from Georgia. I teach EL Ss in grades 1,3,4,5 #ELLCHAT

evelyn_ferris Nov 7 @ 9:06 PM EST

A1 Excited to be joining tonight! Evelyn, elementary administrator from Ontario #ELLCHAT

PalomoLuisa Nov 7 @ 9:06 PM EST

A1) kindergarten dual language teacher, Omaha. #ELLCHAT

MsGilesPollard Nov 7 @ 9:07 PM EST

A2) A great way to engage visualization with all students is to incorporate drawing into summarizations of text! #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:08 PM EST

Q2) How do you teach visualization strategies to your ELLs to improve their reading comprehension. #ELLCHAT

Miss_Shedlock Nov 7 @ 9:08 PM EST

A1: I'm a senior Early Childhood Ed major from Elizabethtown College, PA and currently placed in a classroom with ELLs! #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:09 PM EST

Please don't post a response until the question is posted. Thanks. #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:09 PM EST

Please don't post a response until the question has been posted. #ELLCHAT

AssignmentHelpN Nov 7 @ 9:10 PM EST

Top 10 Halloween Classroom Parties Snack Ideas https://t.co/OadBuvYIx0 #coascd #colchat #eduality #EdVoice #ellchat #iechat #kinderchat

massignmenthelp Nov 7 @ 9:10 PM EST

4 Interesting Facts about K-12 Education https://t.co/opLHhYEyzC #coascd #colchat #eduality #EdVoice #ellchat #iechat #kinderchat

FloradTeach Nov 7 @ 9:11 PM EST

Need help from my #ELL friends. Presenting to staff on subject of differentiation & ELLs any ideas/resources? Thanks 🙏 #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:11 PM EST

Be sure to mark your replies to Q2 with A2 so that we all know what question you are responded to. #ELLCHAT

MissMendoza Nov 7 @ 9:11 PM EST

Q2) It might be helpful to do a gallery walk with visual representations created in small groups based on a small part of the text #ellchat

SharonJKGlenn Nov 7 @ 9:12 PM EST

A1) Sharon, former ESL teacher in IA, gr. K-7, now an adult ESL tutor in PA. #ellchat

FloradTeach Nov 7 @ 9:13 PM EST

Oops #ellchat

FloradTeach Nov 7 @ 9:12 PM EST

A2 Need to teach the vocab and also use google translate to help with understanding text#ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:13 PM EST

A2) Direct modeling of the thought processes involved in visualizing text is important. #ELLCHAT

stprw01MAT Nov 7 @ 9:14 PM EST

A2) Using small, descriptive sentences or phrases, have students draw, describe, collage, etc. an image that they get from reading #ellchat

FloradTeach Nov 7 @ 9:14 PM EST

A2 Find a text they are familiar with to start #ellchat

MissMendoza Nov 7 @ 9:14 PM EST

A2) It might be helpful to do a gallery walk with visual representations created in small groups based on a small part of the text #ellchat

DdelaneyDiana Nov 7 @ 9:14 PM EST

A2 I use sketching as a strategy to help Ss visualize #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:14 PM EST

A2) As you read a passage, describe what you are visualizing. #ELLCHAT

C_C_Mitchell Nov 7 @ 9:15 PM EST

What Barriers Keep #ELLs From Taking More Honors, AP Courses? New @relnw report takes a look https://t.co/8icXFWLSbg #ellchat #bilingual

PalomoLuisa Nov 7 @ 9:15 PM EST

Q2) with early childhood kiddos teacher think alouds modeling how to use visuals is key #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:15 PM EST

A2) Resource: ELL Reading Comprehension Strategy: Making Connections https://t.co/vFRzlyHtmK #ELLCHAT

HSeslteacher Nov 7 @ 9:17 PM EST

I'd say that's true even with high school ELLs! Modeling via Think aloud can be powerful. Include why/how it helps. #ELLChat

In reply to @PalomoLuisa

ValentinaESL Nov 7 @ 9:18 PM EST

A2 tons of modeling through read alouds #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:08 PM EST

Q2) How do you teach visualization strategies to your ELLs to improve their reading comprehension. #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:18 PM EST

A2) For young ELLs have them draw what they are visualizing. #ELLCHAT

SharonJKGlenn Nov 7 @ 9:19 PM EST

A2) Can see an immediate use because my adult ESL student also has a young son. Learning together. #ellchat

In reply to @judiehaynes

MrC_A2 Nov 7 @ 9:19 PM EST

Visualizing through drawing is extremely effective! #ELLCHAT After drawing students can label and engage in convo.

judiehaynes - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:18 PM EST

A2) For young ELLs have them draw what they are visualizing. #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:21 PM EST

Q3) What books/resources do you use to help students learn to use visualization as a reading comprehension strategy? #ELLCHAT

DdelaneyDiana Nov 7 @ 9:21 PM EST

A2 @wendi322 has a great book about Visual note taking. #ELLCHAT

In reply to @wendi322

MsSalvac Nov 7 @ 9:21 PM EST

A2) Model, model, model. Then model some more. We are in HS but we do a ton of shared writing & I think aloud. #ELLCHAT

nagoyajeff Nov 7 @ 9:21 PM EST

#ELLCHAT A2) I use a lot of graphic organizers and mind maps to help Ss visually see the story evolving.

Miss_Shedlock Nov 7 @ 9:21 PM EST

I agree! Drawing and communicating through visuals can often be less intimidating than speaking for ELLs #ellchat

In reply to @judiehaynes

stprw01MAT Nov 7 @ 9:21 PM EST

A2) Reading out-loud with students acting is an effective and engaging method! #ellchat

MsSalvac Nov 7 @ 9:22 PM EST

A3) Thematic units. We start with picture books that have the visuals. Then gr level text w no visuals. Shared reading/discussion. #ELLCHAT

DdelaneyDiana Nov 7 @ 9:23 PM EST

A3 Brain Doodles | Lessons are also great #ellchat https://t.co/xa36d49zaM

MsGilesPollard Nov 7 @ 9:23 PM EST

A3) To teach ELs visualization I use books with lots of descriptive language. I also found using bilingual books to be helpful too #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:24 PM EST

The Doorbell Rang by Pat Hutchins has a lot of possibilities for visualization and incorporates some math. #ELLCHAT

ValentinaESL Nov 7 @ 9:24 PM EST

I agree. I like labeling the pictures to have a picture talk. #ellchat

MsSalvac Nov 7 @ 9:22 PM EST

A3) Thematic units. We start with picture books that have the visuals. Then gr level text w no visuals. Shared reading/discussion. #ELLCHAT

MrC_A2 Nov 7 @ 9:24 PM EST

A3) Wordless books can be a powerful tool for visualization, comprehension, and reading. #ELLCHAT https://t.co/RSENmhLfRk

judiehaynes - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:21 PM EST

Q3) What books/resources do you use to help students learn to use visualization as a reading comprehension strategy? #ELLCHAT

PalomoLuisa Nov 7 @ 9:24 PM EST

A3)we teach the MSV strategies and my kindergarteners can look at a picture and ask themselves 'does that make sense?' #ELLCHAT

C_C_Mitchell Nov 7 @ 9:25 PM EST

Are Long-Term English-Learners Short-Changed in the Classroom? https://t.co/vi94qaXysJ #ellchat #el #bilingual

nagoyajeff Nov 7 @ 9:25 PM EST

#ELLCHAT A3) two programs I use are ActivelyLearn and Perusall. They help create an interactive and collaborative reading environment

judiehaynes - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:25 PM EST

I love wordless books even for older ELLs. #ELLCHAT

MrC_A2 Nov 7 @ 9:24 PM EST
A3) Wordless books can be a powerful tool for visualization, comprehension, and reading. #ELLCHAT https://t.co/RSENmhLfRk
- judiehaynes - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:21 PM EST
  
  Q3) What books/resources do you use to help students learn to use visualization as a reading comprehension strategy? #ELLCHAT

ValentinaESL Nov 7 @ 9:26 PM EST

A3 I select books that lend themselves to vivid visuals. Too many to name. Just about any book can be used as a mentor text #ellchat

Miss_Shedlock Nov 7 @ 9:26 PM EST

Story mapping and sequencing charts seem to be effective as well! #ellchat

In reply to @nagoyajeff

PalomoLuisa Nov 7 @ 9:26 PM EST

A3) also important to choose books students can connect with. Am obsessed with @toddparr books. #ELLCHAT

In reply to @toddparr

nagoyajeff Nov 7 @ 9:26 PM EST

#ELLCHAT A3) mreader is a free program that ties in with easier readers. https://t.co/3J9rv6MBS5 used in the past and Ss enjoyed it

MrC_A2 Nov 7 @ 9:26 PM EST

#ELLCHAT Here is a great list of wordless books from @ColorinColorado that promote comprehension!

In reply to @judiehaynes, @ColorinColorado

Miller_psych Nov 7 @ 9:26 PM EST

The new creative osmo creative set might be an interesting tool for groups #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:27 PM EST

There are a lot of new people on #ELLCHAT tonight. Be sure to follow them.

ValentinaESL Nov 7 @ 9:27 PM EST

A3 we talk @ what text makes me picture in my mind. Which words created those pictures etc #ellchat

Miller_psych Nov 7 @ 9:27 PM EST

The new osmo creative set might be an interesting tool for groups #ELLCHAT

MsSalvac Nov 7 @ 9:27 PM EST

Great point. Its what you do with it. #ellchat

ValentinaESL Nov 7 @ 9:26 PM EST

A3 I select books that lend themselves to vivid visuals. Too many to name. Just about any book can be used as a mentor text #ellchat

Miller_psych Nov 7 @ 9:27 PM EST

3) The new osmo creative set might be an interesting tool for groups #ELLCHAT

MrC_A2 Nov 7 @ 9:27 PM EST

#ELLCHAT This is a + list of wordless books from @ColorinColorado that promote reading comprehension! https://t.co/RSENmhLfRk

In reply to @judiehaynes, @ColorinColorado

judiehaynes - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:29 PM EST

A3) Can you post a link please. #ELLCHAT

Miller_psych Nov 7 @ 9:27 PM EST

3) The new osmo creative set might be an interesting tool for groups #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:29 PM EST

A3 for young ELLs/DLLs, photos are so important to help them clearly understand the words. Art/cartoon images can come later. #ELLCHAT

FloradTeach Nov 7 @ 9:29 PM EST

Owl Moon is a great book for visualization #ellchat

ValentinaESL Nov 7 @ 9:30 PM EST

I love using wordless books. Can you share how you use them for visualization? @mrc_a2 #ellchat

In reply to @MrC_A2

MrC_A2 Nov 7 @ 9:27 PM EST

#ELLCHAT This is a + list of wordless books from @ColorinColorado that promote reading comprehension! https://t.co/RSENmhLfRk
In reply to @judiehaynes, @ColorinColorado

stprw01MAT Nov 7 @ 9:30 PM EST

A3) https://t.co/rguy6Iy5FZ is a site I absolutely love for resource. As mentioned they have resources for reading visualization #ellchat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:30 PM EST

A3 and what about creating class books with photos that are really relevant to newcomers - even use apps like My Story by Brightbot #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:30 PM EST

Q4) What strategies do you use to help ELLs build background knowledge? #ELLCHAT

MsGilesPollard Nov 7 @ 9:31 PM EST

A4) To build background knowledge I try my best to make real world connections to the in class content! Realia!! #ellchat

FloradTeach Nov 7 @ 9:31 PM EST

A4 Sometimes poems can be used if they are not too complex #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:32 PM EST

A4) Resource: Making Connections to improve ELL reading Comprehension https://t.co/I7w2g0YplI #ELLCHAT

MsSalvac Nov 7 @ 9:32 PM EST

A4) Im ESL but I pull released state assessments & try to do units w those topics ahead of their content teachers' lessons. #ELLCHAT

Miss_Shedlock Nov 7 @ 9:32 PM EST

A4: Relate concepts to Ss' cultures and interests! Get to know who they are and what they find interesting! #ellchat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:32 PM EST

A4 Key strategy to build background knowledge in reverse: choose lessons/activities based on what young ELLs/DLLs already know! #ELLCHAT

PalomoLuisa Nov 7 @ 9:32 PM EST

A4) give them experiences whenever possible so all have the shared info--field trips, hands-on learning #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:30 PM EST

Q4) What strategies do you use to help ELLs build background knowledge? #ELLCHAT

nagoyajeff Nov 7 @ 9:33 PM EST

#ELLCHAT A4) flipped learning has been the best for me. KWL charts have helped too

ValentinaESL Nov 7 @ 9:33 PM EST

A4 to build background I use images and graphics-pictures related to the book or upcoming unit #ellchat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:33 PM EST

A4 in #Earlyed we focus on Developmentally Appropriate Practice - focus on child’s interest-That’s where his prior knowledge is! #ELLCHAT

DdelaneyDiana Nov 7 @ 9:34 PM EST

Q4 I share photographs and real objects related to topic #ELLCHAT

FloradTeach Nov 7 @ 9:34 PM EST

A4 To start we must build knowledge of what is relevant 2 them & what will engage them, find out their interest & build on that #ellchat

stprw01MAT Nov 7 @ 9:34 PM EST

A4) Comprehensible input! Using a Preview/Review strategy, you can teach background info before reading a book/story. #ellchat

tamaraswift80 Nov 7 @ 9:34 PM EST

Our English Learners honoring Veterans #ELL #ELLchat #BilingualEducation #veteransday @ecstevensschool @WallingfordPS

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:35 PM EST

A4 Also - videos are so important to show processes like how a plant grows, how water becomes steam etc #ELLCHAT

HSeslteacher Nov 7 @ 9:35 PM EST

A4: Might be new experiences to build background. Or you can activate prior knowledge by showing connections. Key is assess bckgrnd #ELLChat

Miss_Shedlock Nov 7 @ 9:35 PM EST

This helps to ensure a visually engaging learning experience for students, which are great for ELLs #ellchat

In reply to @DdelaneyDiana

judiehaynes - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:35 PM EST

Welcome! We have many new people tonight. #ELLCHAT

In reply to @PalomoLuisa

MissMendoza Nov 7 @ 9:35 PM EST

A4) Get to know your kids! They're likes, interests, dreams.. Incorporate this into both reading and writing. #ellchat

ValentinaESL Nov 7 @ 9:35 PM EST

A4 cooperative group discussions, open word/picture sorts. #ellchat

SharonJKGlenn Nov 7 @ 9:36 PM EST

A4) Many museums have great resources like virtual tours or videos online to build background knowledge on certain topics. #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:36 PM EST

Resource: Building background knowledge https://t.co/PBpmT8J0ED #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:38 PM EST

A4) Allow students to brainstorm in L1 with peers to find out what they know about topic. #ELLCHAT

nagoyajeff Nov 7 @ 9:38 PM EST

#ELLCHAT background knowledge is key to learning. Without meaning connections can't be made in the brain.#neuroscience

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:38 PM EST

A4 but I’m NOT in favor of using interactive whiteboards just because they’re big and shiny. Useful images don’t have to be big #ELLCHAT

MissMendoza Nov 7 @ 9:39 PM EST

*Their* #ellchat

In reply to @MissMendoza

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:39 PM EST

A4 It worries me when tchrs say ‘since I got whiteboard, my students have become engaged’ Your content/images should be enough! #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:40 PM EST

A4) ELLs with limited formal education may not have same background. It's important to find ways to make connections. #ELLCHAT

nagoyajeff Nov 7 @ 9:40 PM EST

#ELLCHAT A4) Dr. Sousa talks about sense and meaning, meaning is key for learning his books are very helpful #howthebrainlearns

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:41 PM EST

A4 like the kid who described pizza as ‘apple pie’ - he felt free to voice the image that came to his mind and then moved on #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:38 PM EST

A4) Allow students to brainstorm in L1 with peers to find out what they know about topic. #ELLCHAT

MsSalvac Nov 7 @ 9:41 PM EST

A4) we can create the experience. Create the background experience. #ELLCHAT

SharonJKGlenn Nov 7 @ 9:42 PM EST

Important! I feel like so many ideas are lost in translation or students dumb themselves down to match English level. #ellchat

In reply to @judiehaynes

judiehaynes - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:42 PM EST

Yes! #ELLCHAT

In reply to @KarenNemethEdM

FloradTeach Nov 7 @ 9:42 PM EST

These students have many gaps to fill, must be intentional of what, how and why we teach what we teach #ELLCHAT

In reply to @judiehaynes

DdelaneyDiana Nov 7 @ 9:43 PM EST

A4 It is so important to have discussions in class. Find ways to connect with all Ss.#ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:40 PM EST

A4) ELLs with limited formal education may not have same background. It's important to find ways to make connections. #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:44 PM EST

A4) Resource - ELL Reading Comprehension Strategy: Making Connections https://t.co/vFRzlyHtmK #ELLCHAT

FloradTeach Nov 7 @ 9:44 PM EST

A4 Need to be careful of phrases, idioms we use. a T said "tomorrow is make-up day", one student came to school in make up, #ELLCHAT

CarolinaTesol Nov 7 @ 9:44 PM EST

@CarolinaTESOL your Executive Board is arriving in Asheville! Prepping for a great conference!! #ELLs #ELLCHAT

In reply to @CarolinaTesol

TwitLiveEvents Nov 7 @ 9:45 PM EST

November 07, 2016 at 10:00PM Twitter Chat - #ellchat #TwitterChat Visit https://t.co/52cTeoQ3Zw for more events.

tina_p Nov 7 @ 9:45 PM EST

The latest Tina_P daily! https://t.co/OV7cIaXBnb #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:45 PM EST

Q5) Why is it important for your ELLs to make connections while reading? What kinds of connections do you want them to make? #ELLCHAT

SharonJKGlenn Nov 7 @ 9:47 PM EST

a4) Recall an ELL from Taiwan had SO MUCH to share during transportation unit once he understood what the class was learning about. #ellchat

MrC_A2 Nov 7 @ 9:47 PM EST

Among the many kinds of connections, Text-to-Self Connections are important in my instruction because I learn more about my Ss. #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:45 PM EST

Q5) Why is it important for your ELLs to make connections while reading? What kinds of connections do you want them to make? #ELLCHAT

stprw01MAT Nov 7 @ 9:47 PM EST

A5) Connections are not only important on a personal level for ELLs but they also help to develop CALP, a necessity for success! #ellchat

MrC_A2 Nov 7 @ 9:47 PM EST

A5) Among the many kinds of connections, Text-to-Self Connections are important in my instruction because I learn more about my Ss. #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:45 PM EST

Q5) Why is it important for your ELLs to make connections while reading? What kinds of connections do you want them to make? #ELLCHAT

FloradTeach Nov 7 @ 9:47 PM EST

A5 That is what reading is about, making Connections to self and the world #ELLCHAT

PalomoLuisa Nov 7 @ 9:48 PM EST

A5) needs to be meaningful, esp for language learners. Connections to self, to other texts, to world 🌎#ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:45 PM EST

Q5) Why is it important for your ELLs to make connections while reading? What kinds of connections do you want them to make? #ELLCHAT

MsSalvac Nov 7 @ 9:48 PM EST

A5) Every student needs to make connections while reading. Deepens comprehension. I model w think alouds. #ELLCHAT

HSeslteacher Nov 7 @ 9:48 PM EST

A5: Connections are how we learn, understand & remember. Connecting to what they already know means more likely to retain ideas #ELLChat

Miss_Shedlock Nov 7 @ 9:48 PM EST

Being aware of our use of idioms is important but we can use them as tools to teach common everyday language to ELLs #ellchat

In reply to @FloradTeach

FloradTeach Nov 7 @ 9:48 PM EST

Thanks #ELLCHAT, got to go as I have 4% left on my iPad. Is this chat every week?

judiehaynes - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:48 PM EST

I agree! It is also easier to teach this to very young ELLs. #ELLCHAT

MrC_A2 Nov 7 @ 9:47 PM EST
A5) Among the many kinds of connections, Text-to-Self Connections are important in my instruction because I learn more about my Ss. #ELLCHAT
- judiehaynes - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:45 PM EST
  
  Q5) Why is it important for your ELLs to make connections while reading? What kinds of connections do you want them to make? #ELLCHAT

lauragrisso Nov 7 @ 9:49 PM EST

Do's/don'ts 4 ELs & rethinking assumptions inthisweek's LCSBulletin #successtps #teamtulsa #ellchat @tpsmultilingual https://t.co/UNHAcTJ83z

In reply to @TPSMultilingual

HSeslteacher Nov 7 @ 9:49 PM EST

Yes, except the occasional holiday, #ELLChat is every Monday at 9 PM Eastern.

In reply to @FloradTeach

SharonJKGlenn Nov 7 @ 9:50 PM EST

A5) Comprehension doesn't happen in a vacuum. Connections have to be made, don't they? #ellchat

MrC_A2 Nov 7 @ 9:50 PM EST

Learning more about my Ss allows me to tailor reading experiences both academically and personally. #ELLCHAT

In reply to @judiehaynes

MsSalvac Nov 7 @ 9:50 PM EST

A5) Connections r when r ELLs get 2 shine. Many newcomers have enviable experiences. Even if it's just spending more time outdoors. #ELLCHAT

MMoMarroquin Nov 7 @ 9:50 PM EST

Late to the party-connections build knowledge,understanding, great way to model is thru metacognition & then thru Lang partnerships #ELLCHAT

suzetteboland Nov 7 @ 9:51 PM EST

A5) I've worked with ELL students who would just sound out the words; it is important to not just read a word, but understand it #ellchat

HSeslteacher Nov 7 @ 9:51 PM EST

Say more about language partnerships. I'm not quite sure what you mean. #ELLChat

In reply to @MMoMarroquin

judiehaynes - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:53 PM EST

Q6) How do you activate Ells’ prior knowledge when teaching content information? #ELLCHAT

suzetteboland Nov 7 @ 9:53 PM EST

A4) Let students get into groups and discuss what they already know about a topic, and then share with the class #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:54 PM EST

Next week we will be discussing Part 2 of Strategies for reading comprehension. DM me if you have questions you want to include. #ELLCHAT

SharonJKGlenn Nov 7 @ 9:54 PM EST

A5) Our son: "I'm on page 112, but I stopped understanding on about page 40." Yikes...connections HAVE to be made by all readers! #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:54 PM EST

A4) And this could be done in L1. #ELLCHAT

suzetteboland Nov 7 @ 9:53 PM EST

A4) Let students get into groups and discuss what they already know about a topic, and then share with the class #ellchat

PalomoLuisa Nov 7 @ 9:55 PM EST

A6 I keep class-created anchor charts and refer back to them. Scaffold new content this way. #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:53 PM EST

Q6) How do you activate Ells’ prior knowledge when teaching content information? #ELLCHAT

stprw01MAT Nov 7 @ 9:55 PM EST

A6) As mentioned before, incorporating the L1 will activate an abundance of previous knowledge and experience for an ELL #ellchat

MsSalvac Nov 7 @ 9:56 PM EST

A6) find out what interests your students. Look for ways to make connections to what is going to be taught. Short videos are great. #ELLChat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:57 PM EST

A5 Most often cited research by Lugo-Neris et al about effectiveness of vocabulary bridging between L1 and L2 #ELLCHAT

MrC_A2 Nov 7 @ 9:57 PM EST

A6 Use visuals to support asking for prior knowledge. If possible Ss use L1 & Visuals to demonstrate. Ss get to teach me some L1!#ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:53 PM EST

Q6) How do you activate Ells’ prior knowledge when teaching content information? #ELLCHAT

DdelaneyDiana Nov 7 @ 9:57 PM EST

A6 Show videos or discuss current issues related to the topic #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:58 PM EST

A6) I like to use a nonfiction version of a picture walk that includes charts, graphs, maps, etc. #ELLCHAT

cecigomez_g Nov 7 @ 9:58 PM EST

Here are all the resources to my sessions @ipadk5 #ipadk5 https://t.co/jmi4PriDIJ #ellchat #coetail @UWCSEA_Centre

In reply to @iPadK5, @UWCSEA_Centre

MMoMarroquin Nov 7 @ 9:58 PM EST

A6 Front-loading content by providing a context to what will be happening in L1 or thru pics or realia or thru scaffolding #ELLCHAT

PalomoLuisa Nov 7 @ 9:58 PM EST

@judiehaynes this also shows students that you value their L1! #ellchat

In reply to @MrC_A2, @judiehaynes

MsSalvac Nov 7 @ 9:58 PM EST

A6) current events work well for us. Many students know about major things happening in the world. #ELLChat

SharonJKGlenn Nov 7 @ 9:59 PM EST

A6) Listen more & talk less. Student who loved Mexican history was creating her own venn diagram in her head w/ history of US. #ellchat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Nov 7 @ 9:59 PM EST

A5 Storybook reading for young DLLs article from #NAEYC https://t.co/72paXePytb #ELLCHAT

MrC_A2 Nov 7 @ 9:59 PM EST

YES! We also practice bilingual vocabulary dictionaries + visuals. Currently learning Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Arabic! #ELLCHAT

PalomoLuisa Nov 7 @ 9:58 PM EST

@judiehaynes this also shows students that you value their L1! #ellchat
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