#ELLCHAT Archive

#ELLCHAT is a repository for ideas related to teaching English Language Learners.
Monday March 13, 2017
9:00 PM EDT
  • participatechat Mar 13 @ 9:00 PM EDT
    Participate in the upcoming #ELLCHAT by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/TtihYHTCPA
  • judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:00 PM EDT
    Q1) Please share your name, where you're from and what you teach. #ELLCHAT
  • MrC_A2 Mar 13 @ 9:01 PM EDT
    A1) Christopher Culbertson tuning in from Ann Arbor, MI. K-5 EL Teacher with @A2schools. #ELLchat
    In reply to @A2schools
  • Mzleitch Mar 13 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Kristi, elementary ELL teacher working internationally in the sunny Dominican Republic. #ELLchat
  • judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:02 PM EDT
    Welcome! Let's give others a chance to sign in before we start. #ELLCHAT
    • MrC_A2 Mar 13 @ 9:01 PM EDT
      A1) Christopher Culbertson tuning in from Ann Arbor, MI. K-5 EL Teacher with @A2schools. #ELLchat
      In reply to @A2schools
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    A1 I’m Karen Nemeth, co-host of #ELLCHAT author, consultant, presenter on ELLs/DLLs in preK-K - in the path of the great blizzard of 2017
  • FloradTeach Mar 13 @ 9:03 PM EDT
    Hi everyone, esl/ISPs teacher #ellchat
  • judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Yes! We're supposed to get over a 12 inches of snow. Schools are already closed for tomorrow. #ELLCHAT
    • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:03 PM EDT
      A1 I’m Karen Nemeth, co-host of #ELLCHAT author, consultant, presenter on ELLs/DLLs in preK-K - in the path of the great blizzard of 2017
  • FloradTeach Mar 13 @ 9:04 PM EDT
    Oops ISSP - Spec ed #ellchat
  • judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Hi! Welcome to #ELLCHAT.
  • AshleyKarlsson Mar 13 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    Hi #ellchat! I'm a high school EL teacher signing in from Minneapolis, MN. I'm looking forward to our discussion tonight!
  • judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    #ELLCHAT - when you post a response to a question, please use A1, A2, etc.
  • VioletaRGamez Mar 13 @ 9:05 PM EDT
    A1 Violeta. EL teacher in IL. Popping in for a few min. Hi #ellchat peeps!
  • kennycmckee Mar 13 @ 9:06 PM EDT
    Jumping in tonight. Kenny, HS literacy coach in NC #ELLCHAT
  • cmleider Mar 13 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    A1: Chris Leider from Boston, but tweeting from MSP tonight (delayed flight!). Teacher Educator at Boston University. #ELLCHAT
  • allapolatty Mar 13 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    Alla, ESOL Instructional Coach from SC #ELLchat
  • judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:07 PM EDT
    Q2) How do you think physical environment affects ELL learning? #ELLCHAT
  • ECHSHoward Mar 13 @ 9:08 PM EDT
    Hello all! #ellchat
  • kennycmckee Mar 13 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    A2: easy to navigate. Clear locations for goals and resources. Books of all different topics/accessibility #ELLCHAT
  • TheESOLNinja Mar 13 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    A1: Good evening. I teach middle school in MD #ellchat
  • MrC_A2 Mar 13 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    A2 The P.E. in a room can support ELs in positive ways. Some ideas are word walls, anchor charts built w/ ss, lots o visuals! #ELLchat
  • judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:09 PM EDT
    A2) Resource: A Place for Learning: A Classroom Physical Environment for Learning https://t.co/E43hYhHuNo #ELLCHAT
  • massignmenthelp Mar 13 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    #coascd #eduality #EdVoice #ellchat #iechat #kinderchat 5 Signs Indicate that you Need to Hire Online Math Tutor https://t.co/KM38333Kxz
  • EmilyDESOL383 Mar 13 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    A1- hi. Emily here. dropping in from Manhattan, KS, PREK-12 ESOL coordinator #ellchat
  • SNRam18 Mar 13 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    A1 Sangeetha in Pittsburgh! K-12 ESL teacher working w/elementary #ellchat
  • allapolatty Mar 13 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    A2: Physical environment impacts learning as a whole. It can lower the affective filter for ELLs #ellchat
  • kennycmckee Mar 13 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    A2: does it allow for collaboration, discussion, writing? #ELLCHAT
  • MrC_A2 Mar 13 @ 9:10 PM EDT
    HOWEVER, starting with a lot of resources on the walls can quickly overwhelm and become static in an already “busy” environment. #ELLchat
    • MrC_A2 Mar 13 @ 9:09 PM EDT
      A2 The P.E. in a room can support ELs in positive ways. Some ideas are word walls, anchor charts built w/ ss, lots o visuals! #ELLchat
  • Mzleitch Mar 13 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    Q2: desks or tables should be grouped for collaboration, anchor charts on the wall #ELLCHAT
  • HSeslteacher Mar 13 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A1: Shaeley, ESL instructional coach from Central Iowa joining in on #ELLChat tonight.
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A2 I worry when I see classrooms with too much distracting clutter! https://t.co/Fs8sWfoL0w #ELLCHAT
  • judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A2) I agree with this! Some classrooms have so much on the walls that it is overwhelming for ELLs. #ELLCHAT
    • MrC_A2 Mar 13 @ 9:10 PM EDT
      HOWEVER, starting with a lot of resources on the walls can quickly overwhelm and become static in an already “busy” environment. #ELLchat
      • MrC_A2 Mar 13 @ 9:09 PM EDT
        A2 The P.E. in a room can support ELs in positive ways. Some ideas are word walls, anchor charts built w/ ss, lots o visuals! #ELLchat
  • ECHSHoward Mar 13 @ 9:11 PM EDT
    A2) ELs need to collaborate and the classroom layout should reflect this and invite interaction with plenty of room for movement #ellchat
  • cmleider Mar 13 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    A2. A print rich environment is so helpful for bilingual students. #ELLChat
  • FloradTeach Mar 13 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    A2 Check out this monograph, love page 8 https://t.co/B01RqxAN5l #ELLCHAT
  • HSeslteacher Mar 13 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    A2: Just the way furniture is arranged can affect learning environment like clusters of desks for encouraging conversation. #ELLchat
  • MrC_A2 Mar 13 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    A2 I want to play with some #flexibleseating options paired with domain spaces for Speaking, Listening, Reading, Writing tasks #ellchat
  • SNRam18 Mar 13 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    A2 physical space & how u create a welcoming classroom R important! I try 2 group based on groups so that collaboration can happen #ellchat
  • Mzleitch Mar 13 @ 9:12 PM EDT
    And it is better if they are student driven and explicitly taught. #Ellchat
    In reply to @MrC_A2
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    A2 When I observe classes, I see so many posters/displays that serve no purpose, could be swapped for info that relates to learning #ELLCHAT
  • EmilyDESOL383 Mar 13 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    A2: many Ts exploring flexible seating, but sometimes it might be overstimulating/distracting for Ss - esp newcomers #ellchat
  • AshleyKarlsson Mar 13 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    A2) I think it's important for students to see their culture and their work displayed and valued around the room. #ellchat
  • choosito Mar 13 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    Absolutely. Collaboration is critical. #ellchat
    In reply to @ECHSHoward
  • MrC_A2 Mar 13 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    A2 Not to mention the intentional position of ELs desks/work space within a classroom. Where are they physically in the room? #ellchat
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:13 PM EDT
    A2 I agree print-rich is key - but if the print is never talked about, it’s not print - it’s just wallpaper! Needs careful planning #ELLCHAT
  • allapolatty Mar 13 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    info on the walls should be interactive, student-made. #ellchat
    In reply to @KarenNemethEdM
  • kennycmckee Mar 13 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    agreed. When they are useful, it creates a rich student-oriented space #ELLCHAT
    In reply to @KarenNemethEdM
  • MrC_A2 Mar 13 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    Ii like this a lot! Sometime I continue to try to value in my teaching! #ELLchat
    • AshleyKarlsson Mar 13 @ 9:13 PM EDT
      A2) I think it's important for students to see their culture and their work displayed and valued around the room. #ellchat
  • TheESOLNinja Mar 13 @ 9:14 PM EDT
    A2: I agree with arranging desks in groups for easy collaboration #ellchat
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  • FloradTeach Mar 13 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    I find flexible seating can confuse our newcomers, can't handle it well, #ELLCHAT
    In reply to @EmilyDESOL383
  • cmleider Mar 13 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    Agreed! Space for movement is especially important for S(L)IFE Ss who may not be used to sitting for long. I let my Ss walk around #ELLChat
    • ECHSHoward Mar 13 @ 9:11 PM EDT
      A2) ELs need to collaborate and the classroom layout should reflect this and invite interaction with plenty of room for movement #ellchat
  • Mzleitch Mar 13 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A2: Native languages/cultures should be honored as well, whether through word walls, with L1 support, or photos etc #ELLCHAT
  • MrC_A2 Mar 13 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    Whoa, typos… I like this a lot. Something I continue to try to value in my teaching! #ELLchat
  • SNRam18 Mar 13 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    A2 My classroom is an old office. I have my T desk, 11 S desks & carpet area crammed in2 a small space. Should I lose my T desk? #ellchat
  • choosito Mar 13 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    Its great to watch the ss interact and work together. Those interactions can really boost the learning process. #ellchat
    In reply to @HSeslteacher
  • judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:15 PM EDT
    Q3) What criteria do you use to choose displays for an effective physical classroom environment? #ELLCHAT
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A2 Also - too much background noise is distracting for ELLs - masks speech sounds and makes them hard to distinguish #ELLCHAT
  • FloradTeach Mar 13 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A2 Like the environment to rep their language if possible #ELLCHAT
  • SNRam18 Mar 13 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    Agreed! I hang up each Ss flag & display any art Ss have given me #ellchat
    In reply to @Mzleitch
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:16 PM EDT
    A2 Background music can sometimes be soothing and encourage concentration, but should be off when conversations are needed #ELLCHAT #earlyed
  • HSeslteacher Mar 13 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    I like how this suggests there are other stakeholders to consider beyond T & Ss. #ELLchat
    In reply to @FloradTeach
  • Mzleitch Mar 13 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    This is a real pet peeve of mine. If the kids aren't using it, its just pretty wallpaper. #Ellchat
    In reply to @KarenNemethEdM
  • educ8orSmith Mar 13 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    very true! #ellchat
    In reply to @KarenNemethEdM
  • cmleider Mar 13 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    RIGHT! Point to spaces where the appropriate language that Ss need is located. Eventually they do it on their own! #ELLChat
    In reply to @KarenNemethEdM
  • judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    A2) I had a file cabinet and a big square table but but never a teacher's desk. It takes up a lot of room. #ELLCHAT
    • SNRam18 Mar 13 @ 9:15 PM EDT
      A2 My classroom is an old office. I have my T desk, 11 S desks & carpet area crammed in2 a small space. Should I lose my T desk? #ellchat
  • EmilyDESOL383 Mar 13 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    A2: creating global competencies for ALL and mindshift to cultural & linguistic diversity as asset rather than deficit #ellchat
    • Mzleitch Mar 13 @ 9:15 PM EDT
      A2: Native languages/cultures should be honored as well, whether through word walls, with L1 support, or photos etc #ELLCHAT
  • kennycmckee Mar 13 @ 9:17 PM EDT
    A3: does it support the learning environment? Anchor charts. Learning targets. Classroom procedures. #ELLCHAT
  • MrC_A2 Mar 13 @ 9:18 PM EDT
    A3 I often try to see my room through the eyes of my Ss. How might the room really support me as a student? Can I USE this room? #ELLchat
  • FloradTeach Mar 13 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    at our school we have a hallway with flags painted that rep our Ss, they love it as they are proud to see it #ELLCHAT
    In reply to @SNRam18, @Mzleitch
  • SNRam18 Mar 13 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    Thats good 2 hear! Im nervous to try but I don't know what else to do. Any other suggestions? #ellchat
    In reply to @judiehaynes
  • HSeslteacher Mar 13 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    A3: Could be pictures of students or actual work. Must serve educational purpose. Should be timely, not months old #ELLchat
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  • cmleider Mar 13 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    Which is why we need to explicitly talk about the language and when/how we use it. #ELLChat
    In reply to @Mzleitch, @KarenNemethEdM
  • michelleshory Mar 13 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    Instrumental 🎶 is wonderful during writing. #ELLchat
  • Mzleitch Mar 13 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    A2: I think flexibility is important, but a well structured environment is also key. #ELLCHAT
  • allapolatty Mar 13 @ 9:19 PM EDT
    Agree. Ss should have a sense of belonging in the classroom. "Our" room- does it represent all of us? #ellchat
    In reply to @MrC_A2
  • MrC_A2 Mar 13 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    A3 Feedback from students before making any changes to the room setup is big 4 me. I ask this helpful for you? If not, why bother? #ellchat
  • TheESOLNinja Mar 13 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    A3: It should be relevant to what the students are learning; it should also be easily accessible (ex: not too much above eye level) #ellchat
  • educ8orSmith Mar 13 @ 9:20 PM EDT
    I agree! If it is displayed, it should have a purpose and used regularly by students. #ellchat
    In reply to @Mzleitch, @KarenNemethEdM
  • michelleshory Mar 13 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    Timely! Yes!! I hate seeing the same displays all year long. 😫#ELLchat
    • HSeslteacher Mar 13 @ 9:19 PM EDT
      A3: Could be pictures of students or actual work. Must serve educational purpose. Should be timely, not months old #ELLchat
  • SNRam18 Mar 13 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    A3 I have bulletin board 4 each group where lesson objective, vocabulary, graphic organizers, comp skills we R learning are posted #Ellchat
  • judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:21 PM EDT
    Good point. Ss should feel the room is theirs. If you have an ESL pull-out you might have to make the room appeal to many Ss. #ELLCHAT
    • allapolatty Mar 13 @ 9:19 PM EDT
      Agree. Ss should have a sense of belonging in the classroom. "Our" room- does it represent all of us? #ellchat
      In reply to @MrC_A2
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A3 I ask tchrs: touch each item. Ask yourself if it will support interactions, needed vocab and exploration. If not - ditch it! #ELLCHAT
  • ECHSHoward Mar 13 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    3a) I keep my classroom warm with plenty of things Ss and I may share interest in that can act as convo/ relationship starters #ellchat
  • cmleider Mar 13 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A3. Multilingual print (when possible and available) and things that promote community, diversity, and inclusion. #ELLCHAT
  • AshleyKarlsson Mar 13 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    A3) Choosing displays and room arrangements can be challenging in shared spaces. I rotate through a classroom with 5 other Ts. #ellchat
  • judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:22 PM EDT
    I never liked Alphabet borders that go around the room. Do students ever use them? #ELLCHAT
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A3 Here’s a post I wrote about revolutionizing classroom labels to really build language https://t.co/JE8BdgSY6A #ELLCHAT #earlyed
  • judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    Do you have one area of the room that is yours? #ELLCHAT
    • AshleyKarlsson Mar 13 @ 9:22 PM EDT
      A3) Choosing displays and room arrangements can be challenging in shared spaces. I rotate through a classroom with 5 other Ts. #ellchat
  • RabinNickens Mar 13 @ 9:23 PM EDT
    A2: Physical environment can also support social emotional well-being, especially for new arrivals #ELLchat
    In reply to @judiehaynes
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    A3 I ALSO don’t like alphabet borders, especially when A has picture of manzana! #ELLCHAT
  • ECHSHoward Mar 13 @ 9:24 PM EDT
    3b) I don't want my space to be sterile or students to feel like they are trapped inside a textbook 7 hours a day. #ellchat
  • Mzleitch Mar 13 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    A3: relevant and useful. If I don't reference it, they won't. Modeling using anchor charts is important. #ELLCHAT
  • judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    A2) Yes! Students who live with trauma need to feel safe and valued. #ELLCHAT
    • RabinNickens Mar 13 @ 9:23 PM EDT
      A2: Physical environment can also support social emotional well-being, especially for new arrivals #ELLchat
      In reply to @judiehaynes
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    A3 I ask tchrs what sports represent US culture, they say baseball/football -but that’s not what little kids play/relate to! #ELLCHAT
  • AshleyKarlsson Mar 13 @ 9:25 PM EDT
    Yes, I have claimed a section of one of the walls. My Ss have also gotten really good at rearranging classroom desks. #ellchat
    In reply to @judiehaynes
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    A3 Research years ago said Ss learn more from models like them. Cultural responsiveness is more than a gesture - supports learning! #ELLCHAT
  • michelleshory Mar 13 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    A3 I don't like to see charts w/ student names & standards met. Makes learning competitive, and it takes away s privacy. #ELLCHAT
  • judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:27 PM EDT
    Q4) How to you include students' interests in the visible environment of your classroom? #ELLCHAT
  • judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    A3) I agree! #ELLCHAT
    • michelleshory Mar 13 @ 9:27 PM EDT
      A3 I don't like to see charts w/ student names & standards met. Makes learning competitive, and it takes away s privacy. #ELLCHAT
  • kennycmckee Mar 13 @ 9:29 PM EDT
    A4: in the past, I have had students help select books for class library and post book reviews on a wall for peers. #ELLCHAT
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    A4 so back to my sports topic - Don’t just post about sports- find out which sports, which teams they relate to! #ELLCHAT
  • RabinNickens Mar 13 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    Depends. Alphabets with corresponding visual representations that are culturally relevant and meaningful can help. #ELLchat
    In reply to @judiehaynes
  • michelleshory Mar 13 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    A4 I love displays that show students names and something personal. So important for HS! #ELLCHAT
  • HSeslteacher Mar 13 @ 9:30 PM EDT
    A4: Not to be obvious, but need to know what Ss interests are if you want to include them. Must ask! At HS, it was articles, mags #ELLchat
  • SNRam18 Mar 13 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    A4 I haven't figured out a way 2 do this yet. W/limited wall space & room, the best I've done is 2 have glyphs #ellchat
  • MrC_A2 Mar 13 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    A4 This is a very good question! And something I would love some ideas with! #ELLchat
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:31 PM EDT
    A4 You might bring several choices that connect with content you are working on and let students choose from a few things. #ELLCHAT
  • judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    A2) Good point. Regular changes in the environment allow teacher to support Ss who are struggling. #ELLCHAT
    • keep_off_grass Mar 13 @ 9:27 PM EDT
      a2) physical environment is what we change when a child is having a difficult time. It either helps or hinders children
      In reply to @judiehaynes
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    A4 I also think it’s so important to keep changing the environment to address teachable moments. If you don’t use it, lose it! #ELLCHAT
  • cmleider Mar 13 @ 9:32 PM EDT
    A4. Have Ss make a "name card" that is decorated anyway (and in any language(s) they want. #ELLChat
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    A4 Ex. from #Earlyed many rooms have poster of kids photos - just heads. Others have action pictures - more to talk about! #ELLCHAT
  • judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:33 PM EDT
    A3) Resource: Highly Effective Environment: Classroom Environment https://t.co/g06VlsCAOw #ELLCHAT
  • voshall_laura Mar 13 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    A4: The environment should reflect their interests -Survey #ellchat #cvtechtalk Joining late form CA COE Title III Region lead....
  • MrC_A2 Mar 13 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    A4 Maybe make a space in the room for Ss to bring in/post certain interests they feel represent themselves? Empower Ss to design! #ellchat
  • TheESOLNinja Mar 13 @ 9:34 PM EDT
    A4: I've had students draw/color in a flag of their country and displayed them around the room. #ellchat
  • nikiugel Mar 13 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    A4) most embassy's r very generous about sending posters and flags and the like from countries that represent the students in class #ELLCHAT
  • judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    A5) How do you enhance the physical environment of your classroom through arrangement of furniture? #ELLCHAT
  • EmilyDESOL383 Mar 13 @ 9:35 PM EDT
    A4: make a family/school connection project that displays interests, culture, dislikes, etc... #ellchat
  • allapolatty Mar 13 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    One of our teachers did a similar thing with flags on ceiling tiles after they took time to present art each country. #ellchat
    In reply to @TheESOLNinja
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    A4 Ask families to send photos of familiar things from home to make puzzles, class books, games etc. like this. #ELLCHAT
  • cmleider Mar 13 @ 9:36 PM EDT
    A4. Have their language(s) visible in different ways - especially for older bilingua students who are biliterate! #ELLChat
  • allapolatty Mar 13 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A5: desks could be arrange to stimulate collaboration and partner/group discussions #ellchat
    In reply to @judiehaynes
  • EmilyDESOL383 Mar 13 @ 9:37 PM EDT
    A4: I've seen schools w world map in common space & strings that connect student to country of birth & mini bio #ellchat
  • MrC_A2 Mar 13 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    A5 In the EL room I’ve started to imagine a room that has domain specific areas, with anchor charts that target skills in R-W-L-S. #ellchat
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    A3 Here’s my controversial post against using plastic items - ELLs/DLLs need real things! https://t.co/cnkV9Q5dFZ #ELLCHAT #earlyed
  • judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:38 PM EDT
    A4) That was my beginning of the year bulletin board! I used student pictures. #ELLCHAT
    • EmilyDESOL383 Mar 13 @ 9:37 PM EDT
      A4: I've seen schools w world map in common space & strings that connect student to country of birth & mini bio #ellchat
  • SNRam18 Mar 13 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    A5 Right now I have 20 Ss & 11 S desks arranged in groups of 5 & 6, based on schedules/grade level/grouping. I will take ANY tips! #ellchat
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    A5 What about creating quiet corner for ELLs/DLLs who need a break from struggling to understand new language all day! #ELLCHAT
  • RabinNickens Mar 13 @ 9:39 PM EDT
    A4: Creatively display Ss survey results. Favorite author, genre, hobbies, foods. Graphs and charts connect to math and ELA. #ELLchat
  • nikiugel Mar 13 @ 9:40 PM EDT
    A5) beanbags & pillows r perfect for reading corners and r good 4 all, not just little ones. We have beanbags in middle school. #ELLCHAT
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  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    A5 Also - important to be open to change. Your best arrangement this year might not work w/ next year’s students #ELLCHAT
  • RabinNickens Mar 13 @ 9:41 PM EDT
    This is also a powerful way to build vocabulary by attaching the English words to thess familiar images. #ELLchat
    In reply to @KarenNemethEdM
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    A5 Every time I hear a teacher say “But I ALWAYS do………..” I know we’re in for trouble! #ELLCHAT
  • judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    A3) This is a great idea. I used surveys a lot with beginning ELLs. #ELLCHAT
    • RabinNickens Mar 13 @ 9:39 PM EDT
      A4: Creatively display Ss survey results. Favorite author, genre, hobbies, foods. Graphs and charts connect to math and ELA. #ELLchat
  • MrC_A2 Mar 13 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    I’ve gone through several imaginations already in my first year teaching! Change = responsive to the needs of Ss. #ellchat
    In reply to @KarenNemethEdM
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:42 PM EDT
    A4 We need administrators to support all the things teachers want to do with environment to support ELL learning #ELLCHAT
  • SNRam18 Mar 13 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    So true! My room arrangement has changed each year at my current position! Sometimes it changes as new Ss move in #ellchat
    In reply to @KarenNemethEdM
  • voshall_laura Mar 13 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    A5: Make it feel like a cozy comfortable place to be. Flexible seating #ellchat #cvtechtalk
  • judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:43 PM EDT
    A6) 6. When and how often do you plan and change what’s in the classroom environment to support ELLs? #ELLCHAT
  • HSeslteacher Mar 13 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    A5: Classroom space has implications in co-taught classes, too. #ELLCHAT
  • michelleshory Mar 13 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    I love this! Great for so many reasons!! #ellchat
    • RabinNickens Mar 13 @ 9:39 PM EDT
      A4: Creatively display Ss survey results. Favorite author, genre, hobbies, foods. Graphs and charts connect to math and ELA. #ELLchat
  • RabinNickens Mar 13 @ 9:44 PM EDT
    This makes map come alive. To Ss, now it's not just water and land mass, but connection to world thru classmates. #ELLchat
    In reply to @EmilyDESOL383
  • TwitLiveEvents Mar 13 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    March 13, 2017 at 10:00PM Twitter Chat - #ellchat #TwitterChat Visit https://t.co/52cTeoQ3Zw for more events.
  • nikiugel Mar 13 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    A5) for our kids to speak, they need 2 look at each other and c each other's interest & b able 2 listen - circles and semicircles #ellchat
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:45 PM EDT
    A6 So, I wish teachers could report they change the environment whenever they need to for different purposes and interests #ELLCHAT
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    A6 It’s not just about what’s on the walls or where is the furniture - environment is also 3D items, comfort level #ELLCHAT
  • judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    A5) I taught ESL Pullout with no more than 8 Ss at a time. I never used desks. Big Square table kept room from looking cluttered. #ELLCHAT
  • MrC_A2 Mar 13 @ 9:47 PM EDT
    A6 I’ve noticed the room changes to meet different needs throughout the year. The recycling process often aligns to shifts in units #ellchat
  • nikiugel Mar 13 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    A6) posting student work keeps me current because it has to be sent home and new work gets posted. #ELLCHAT
  • judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:48 PM EDT
    Q7) Please share the tools, software, resources you use to create items to enhance classroom environment. #ELLCHAT
  • SNRam18 Mar 13 @ 9:49 PM EDT
    A6 My room changes as the needs change: new Ss, new groups, more time, less time, new unit, etc. The kids always come first! #ellchat
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    A7 Catalogs I like: Language Lizard, Starbright books, Lee & Low #ELLCHAT
  • RabinNickens Mar 13 @ 9:50 PM EDT
    A6: ELLs benefit from a degree of consistency, so things that change should be balanced with things they can rely on long-term. #ELLCHAT
  • voshall_laura Mar 13 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    A6: It depends on what students are learning. Every few weeks, but not too often #ellchat
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:51 PM EDT
    A7 Use apps like MyStory, Draw and Tell, Chatterpix Jr to create classroom stories students can record their own voices #ELLCHAT
  • nikiugel Mar 13 @ 9:52 PM EDT
    A7) embassy's say yes and send flags and posters. I have had luck with the World Bank $ UNICEF as well. -ask and you will receive. #ELLCHAT
  • SNRam18 Mar 13 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    I never thought to ask embassies for flags! #ellchat
    In reply to @nikiugel
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:54 PM EDT
    A7 Easy answer - help and contributions from family members near and far #ELLCHAT
  • cmleider Mar 13 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    A7. We Need Diverse Books, Teaching Tolerance, Lee and Low. #ELLchat
  • judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    A6) I agree that consistency is important. However, a change in environment can be exciting for Ss. #ELLCHAT
    • RabinNickens Mar 13 @ 9:50 PM EDT
      A6: ELLs benefit from a degree of consistency, so things that change should be balanced with things they can rely on long-term. #ELLCHAT
  • hlmcadam Mar 13 @ 9:55 PM EDT
    Creating a quiet corner for all children especially DLLs is critical for lowering children's affective filter #ELLCHAT
  • cmleider Mar 13 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    A7. Ive also used Wordle to make multilingual word graphics. #ELLchat
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:56 PM EDT
    A7 I created this book of Eng/Span cognates for preK-K to be downloadable and printable for classroom use https://t.co/Xt36q5ahWC #ELLCHAT
  • KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:57 PM EDT
    A7 Selecting & Using Culturally Appropriate Children’s Books https://t.co/03DQoKcmdZ #ELLCHAT
  • RabinNickens Mar 13 @ 9:58 PM EDT
    A7: The images in the appendix can be used to create picturized word walls or classroom vocabulary charts. #ELLCHAT
  • SNRam18 Mar 13 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    Ive been copying & pasting! I get ridiculously excited when I get 2 add a new flag. Im going 2 look into this! Thanks #ellchat
    In reply to @nikiugel
  • judiehaynes - Moderator Mar 13 @ 9:59 PM EDT
    My new TESOL Blog on Books About Social Justice and Recent U.S. Events. https://t.co/R7jNMrafMS… #ELLCHAT #edchat