#ELLCHAT Archive
#ELLCHAT is a repository for ideas related to teaching English Language Learners.
Monday August 15, 2016
9:00 PM EDT
KarenNemethEdM
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:10 PM EDT
OH my gosh! i have a fever today and dozed off with my laptop in my lap! Sorry to start
#ELLCHAT
late!
JeffHiserBL
Aug 15 @ 9:11 PM EDT
Tour of Ten Key ESSA Issues, From Teachers to Tests, Provided in New Report
https://t.co/NZMnug5TOR
… via
@educationweek
#ELLchat
HSeslteacher
Aug 15 @ 9:11 PM EDT
Shaeley from Central Iowa. Glad
#ELLChat
is back on after weeks of vacation!
KarenNemethEdM
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:11 PM EDT
Is anyone here waiting for
#ELLCHAT
to start? I will post the first question for our chat on setting up environments for ELLs
C_C_Mitchell
Aug 15 @ 9:12 PM EDT
ELL Parents Can Boost Their Children's English Skills By Doing These Two Things
https://t.co/veHkDDihjq
#ellchat
#ell
#ells
KarenNemethEdM
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:13 PM EDT
We always start
#ELLCHAT
with introductions: Q1) Please post your names, what you teach and where you’re from.
HSeslteacher
Aug 15 @ 9:14 PM EDT
A1: Shaeley, ESL Instructional coach (former HS ESL teacher). From Central Iowa
#ELLChat
KarenNemethEdM
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:15 PM EDT
Inviting
@CSchlessinger
@molinafamily5
@NieveslrRosa
Hope you will joint
#ELLCHAT
tonight as we talk about classroom environments
ValentinaESL
Aug 15 @ 9:15 PM EDT
Valentina, PD specialist for ELLs from Katy, Tx here!
#ELLCHAT
KarenNemethEdM
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:16 PM EDT
A1 I’m Karen Nemeth, author, consultant, speaker on ELLs/DLLs in
#EARLYED
and cohost of
#ELLCHAT
KarenNemethEdM
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:17 PM EDT
Our first
#ELLCHAT
discussion question is coming up
KarenNemethEdM
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:17 PM EDT
Q2) How does your school decorate the hallways to make ELLs feel welcome in your school?
#ELLCHAT
judiehaynes
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:17 PM EDT
Hi I'm Judie Haynes, author and former K-6 ESL teacher from New Jersey.
#ELLCHAT
ValentinaESL
Aug 15 @ 9:19 PM EDT
A2 in my district, I've seen world maps with S pictures placed where S are from
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listenwiselearn
Aug 15 @ 9:20 PM EDT
How to Best Serve ELLs w/
#EdTech
? Vote for our
@SXSWedu
panel w/
@ELLevationED
https://t.co/ye7G3fDxOx
#ellchat
https://t.co/79HJdes8tX
melissareohr
Aug 15 @ 9:20 PM EDT
Q1 Hi! I'm Melissa Reohr and I'm a first year ESL teacher in Watertown, MA.
#ellchat
KarenNemethEdM
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:21 PM EDT
A2 I like to share this photo from New York City department of education offices
#ELLCHAT
https://t.co/yJDRQyzUhA
HSeslteacher
Aug 15 @ 9:21 PM EDT
A2: Signs in native languages (e.g. "Office" or "read" in 20+ languages) are one way. I've seen flags & world maps, too.
#ELLChat
danielscib
Aug 15 @ 9:21 PM EDT
@ValentinaESL
you can also use Google My Maps to "pin" student home countries & update that as new students arrive year after year
#ellchat
KarenNemethEdM
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:22 PM EDT
A2 If a school’s policy says “we celebrate diversity” do they make that visible from the front entrance to the classrooms?
#ELLCHAT
ValentinaESL
Aug 15 @ 9:23 PM EDT
A2 displays of S decorated dolls that represent their culture
#ELLCHAT
HSeslteacher
Aug 15 @ 9:24 PM EDT
A2: Unique way I've heard of is clocks from around the world showing different times where ELLs are from.
#ELLChat
KarenNemethEdM
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:24 PM EDT
A2 maps and displays also help make it clear that each person (student/staff/family) has unique value
#ELLCHAT
judiehaynes
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:24 PM EDT
My school always had a display welcoming people from diverse backgrounds. But I had to suggest it.
#ELLCHAT
https://t.co/pVVzCJNJfo
KarenNemethEdM
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:22 PM EDT
A2 If a school’s policy says “we celebrate diversity” do they make that visible from the front entrance to the classrooms?
#ELLCHAT
judiehaynes
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:25 PM EDT
And that we celebrate their home countries and languages.
#ELLCHAT
https://t.co/KOpLfLp6CZ
KarenNemethEdM
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:24 PM EDT
A2 maps and displays also help make it clear that each person (student/staff/family) has unique value
#ELLCHAT
KarenNemethEdM
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:25 PM EDT
A2 But I’ve visited programs that spent a lot of $$ purchasing multilingual books but forget to show them off
#ELLCHAt
judiehaynes
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:26 PM EDT
@ValentinaESL
Sorry Karen was late starting. I can only stay for a short time.
#ellchat
KarenNemethEdM
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:26 PM EDT
And now Question 3 for
#ELLCHAT
3) What materials do you consider essential to have in the classroom for ELLs at the start of school?
judiehaynes
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:28 PM EDT
A3) Books in L1, translators (if applicable )signs around the room in different languages.
#ELLCHAT
KarenNemethEdM
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:28 PM EDT
A3 Do you think it is critical to have books in the language of each student in a classroom?
#ELLCHAT
judiehaynes
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:28 PM EDT
Love this!
#ELLCHAT
https://t.co/qcj1YKysyZ
ValentinaESL
Aug 15 @ 9:23 PM EDT
A2 displays of S decorated dolls that represent their culture
#ELLCHAT
ValentinaESL
Aug 15 @ 9:29 PM EDT
A3 books that ELLs can relate to are a must
#ELLCHAT
judiehaynes
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:29 PM EDT
@melissareohr
Welcome to
#ELLCHAT
!
ValentinaESL
Aug 15 @ 9:30 PM EDT
Yes! Build the bridge btwn languages and value L1
#ELLCHAT
https://t.co/ZcqmfAL11W
KarenNemethEdM
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:28 PM EDT
A3 Do you think it is critical to have books in the language of each student in a classroom?
#ELLCHAT
eslmonica
Aug 15 @ 9:31 PM EDT
A3 in K-1 signs in L1 of e/ss saying welcome, books songs in their L1 representing their culture tips for parents in L1& L2
#ellchat
KarenNemethEdM
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:31 PM EDT
A3 I’m on a new crusade about multilingual labels: Don’t post them if you don’t really talk about them!
https://t.co/JE8BdhayY8
#ELLCHAT
HSeslteacher
Aug 15 @ 9:32 PM EDT
A3: Books in various languages is critical resource for classroom. Picture dictionaries like Oxford's is another item I used.
#ELLChat
KarenNemethEdM
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:33 PM EDT
A3 I agree with
@eslmonica
to have music in student’s languages - specially in beginning: shows you intend to really connect!
#ELLCHAT
ValentinaESL
Aug 15 @ 9:33 PM EDT
A3 iPads are extremely helpful and handy
#ELLCHAT
eslmonica
Aug 15 @ 9:33 PM EDT
@KarenNemethEdM
labels w/visuals in L1 & L2 even if in K they don't read it validates who they are
#ellchat
HSeslteacher
Aug 15 @ 9:33 PM EDT
A3: Another item for secondary is bell schedule & major rules of school.
#ellchat
KarenNemethEdM
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:34 PM EDT
A3 agree - tablets or computers with internet access for translations and info about different cultures
#ELLCHAT
https://t.co/AM3TDNaeNL
ValentinaESL
Aug 15 @ 9:33 PM EDT
A3 iPads are extremely helpful and handy
#ELLCHAT
ValentinaESL
Aug 15 @ 9:34 PM EDT
A3 routines! ELLs need routines. They lower the affective filter
#ELLCHAT
eslmonica
Aug 15 @ 9:35 PM EDT
@KarenNemethEdM
another tip is to send parents a welcome note in theiir language even if not perfect - it shows you care to connect
#ellchat
KarenNemethEdM
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:35 PM EDT
A3 Did you know the google translate app on iPhone or iPad uses camera - hold it over page of English and view translation!
#ELLCHAT
HSeslteacher
Aug 15 @ 9:35 PM EDT
@ValentinaESL
Yes, tech is great. Not only for translation but visuals, reference sites, etc.
#ELLChat
esljaana
Aug 15 @ 9:35 PM EDT
#ELLChat
Books, Books in many different level on many topics. Hopefully as diverse as you can. Jaana from MI
KarenNemethEdM
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:36 PM EDT
@HSeslteacher
@ValentinaESL
A3 But I do worry when tchrs ask for free apps to just keep their ELLs busy so they can do other stuff
#ELLCHAT
judiehaynes
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:36 PM EDT
A3) Post because it shows students' language is important. Even young students recognize their language.
#ELLCHAT
https://t.co/YvF1178Xtt
KarenNemethEdM
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:31 PM EDT
A3 I’m on a new crusade about multilingual labels: Don’t post them if you don’t really talk about them!
https://t.co/JE8BdhayY8
#ELLCHAT
esljaana
Aug 15 @ 9:37 PM EDT
@KarenNemethEdM
@HSeslteacher
@ValentinaESL
#ellchat
II worry about that too!
MrsYanong
Aug 15 @ 9:37 PM EDT
A3- really hunt down multilingual books that you can tie to content or feature. Bilingual books collecting dust are tragic
#ELLCHAT
KarenNemethEdM
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:37 PM EDT
A3 - great message
@esljaana
I add: differnt levels of same topic grouped together, not grouped by ability
#ELLCHAT
https://t.co/FBH2YykWs8
esljaana
Aug 15 @ 9:35 PM EDT
#ELLChat
Books, Books in many different level on many topics. Hopefully as diverse as you can. Jaana from MI
ValentinaESL
Aug 15 @ 9:38 PM EDT
We have to be careful about how we use technology. It should never replace human interaction
#ellchat
https://t.co/fyqxokyteN
KarenNemethEdM
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:36 PM EDT
@HSeslteacher
@ValentinaESL
A3 But I do worry when tchrs ask for free apps to just keep their ELLs busy so they can do other stuff
#ELLCHAT
judiehaynes
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:38 PM EDT
A-3 Even 6th graders liked looking at the pictures and finding what it said about their culture.
#ELLCHAT
https://t.co/Bi1Qyf6zbe
eslmonica
Aug 15 @ 9:36 PM EDT
@judiehaynes
great book to have at circle time for k & as an intro in primary grades
@ellchat
KarenNemethEdM
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:38 PM EDT
@MrsYanong
A3 And if you can’t find them, translate key words in book and put on stickies in the book to facilitate connection.
#ELLCHAT
judiehaynes
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:39 PM EDT
A3 - I was just reading how important it is for teachers to establish rules and procedures from the 1st day.
#ELLCHAT
https://t.co/3pyNlWWes7
HSeslteacher
Aug 15 @ 9:33 PM EDT
A3: Another item for secondary is bell schedule & major rules of school.
#ellchat
esljaana
Aug 15 @ 9:39 PM EDT
A3 I have a hard time getting my secondary ss to read multilingual books. They want to improve their English!
#ellchat
eslmonica
Aug 15 @ 9:39 PM EDT
@judiehaynes
getting sad reading/thinking won't be there to welcome my new kids-a special time of anticipation/bonding reassurance
#ellchat
KarenNemethEdM
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:40 PM EDT
A3 How about these multilingual alphabet posters from
@LoveYourLingo
https://t.co/QdcOuBNAaL
#ELLCHAT
esljaana
Aug 15 @ 9:41 PM EDT
@judiehaynes
A3 I struggle with that as I also want to establish that we are a class that reads right from the beginning!
#ellchat
judiehaynes
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:41 PM EDT
A-3 Do you have a link for this? It sounds wonderful.
#ELLCHAT
https://t.co/QMya0esIBW
KarenNemethEdM
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:35 PM EDT
A3 Did you know the google translate app on iPhone or iPad uses camera - hold it over page of English and view translation!
#ELLCHAT
KarenNemethEdM
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:41 PM EDT
A3 Multicultural Calendar
https://t.co/xC7PhfCYTO
#ELLCHAT
eslmonica
Aug 15 @ 9:41 PM EDT
@KarenNemethEdM
@LoveYourLingo
great idea if you have ss who speak those languages
#ellchat
KarenNemethEdM
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:41 PM EDT
@judiehaynes
Just look for googletranslate app on app store.
#ELLCHAT
judiehaynes
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:42 PM EDT
A3 - It did say that academics should be started on 1st day instead of traditional 1st day activities.
#ELLCHAT
https://t.co/FzaF6V9k2q
esljaana
Aug 15 @ 9:41 PM EDT
@judiehaynes
A3 I struggle with that as I also want to establish that we are a class that reads right from the beginning!
#ellchat
KarenNemethEdM
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:43 PM EDT
Q 4) How do you plan content and materials for displays for diverse classrooms?
#ELLCHAT
- ex: does your curriculum provide any?
esljaana
Aug 15 @ 9:43 PM EDT
A3 I am planning to read and write with all my students on the first day along with some fun activities.
#ellchat
eslmonica
Aug 15 @ 9:44 PM EDT
@esljaana
@judiehaynes
for upper grades can ask them to bring favorite book in L1 to share in an academic book chat from the start
#ellchat
KarenNemethEdM
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:44 PM EDT
A4 I get questions from tchrs when I suggest ordering books in different languages but their curriculum REQUIRES certain books :(
#ELLCHAT
C_C_Mitchell
Aug 15 @ 9:45 PM EDT
Tips on Preparing ELL Students for School
https://t.co/veHkDDihjq
#ellchat
https://t.co/wrxVYNAYgz
TwitLiveEvents
Aug 15 @ 9:45 PM EDT
August 15, 2016 at 10:00PM Twitter Chat -
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esljaana
Aug 15 @ 9:45 PM EDT
Q4-Curr does not provide. I create some and we create together with students.
#ellchat
KarenNemethEdM
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:45 PM EDT
A4 Do you use this as avenue for family engagement - asking them to bring artifacts, photos, favorite stories and music from home?
#ELLCHAT
judiehaynes
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:45 PM EDT
A3)
#ELLCHAT
Monica is going to be in Korea as A Fulbright Scholar working in Korean schools for 5 months.
https://t.co/6EbFJOXJeb
eslmonica
Aug 15 @ 9:39 PM EDT
@judiehaynes
getting sad reading/thinking won't be there to welcome my new kids-a special time of anticipation/bonding reassurance
#ellchat
HSeslteacher
Aug 15 @ 9:46 PM EDT
A4: Student work is my main source of display material. Like to use photos of actual students when possible.
#ELLChat
kuneshkids1
Aug 15 @ 9:46 PM EDT
A1 I got overly excited and forgot my introduction. Sherri Kunesh, DL 1st grade teacher from IL
#ellchat
esljaana
Aug 15 @ 9:46 PM EDT
As long as there are books at home, YES!
#ellchat
https://t.co/v55pY2NUqF
eslmonica
Aug 15 @ 9:44 PM EDT
@esljaana
@judiehaynes
for upper grades can ask them to bring favorite book in L1 to share in an academic book chat from the start
#ellchat
eslmonica
Aug 15 @ 9:46 PM EDT
A4 only books we buy ourselves I make copies of different alphabets for e/ss & flags & have them displayed inside & outside
#ellchat
KarenNemethEdM
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:47 PM EDT
A4 When you welcome diverse students, maybe it’s better to focus less on cute and more on relatable boards and doors?
#ELLCHAT
judiehaynes
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:47 PM EDT
A4) Great idea!
#ELLCHAT
https://t.co/sbj33Yl4QN
KarenNemethEdM
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:45 PM EDT
A4 Do you use this as avenue for family engagement - asking them to bring artifacts, photos, favorite stories and music from home?
#ELLCHAT
ShadSalem
Aug 15 @ 9:47 PM EDT
My Scholastic Library has books in different languages
https://t.co/Ie2uY4Ka3F
#ellchat
https://t.co/2scxKcr0Fv
KarenNemethEdM
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:48 PM EDT
A4 Ex. huge choo choo train bulletin board with kids names on it may not connect as well as photos of children w/ their families?
#ELLCHAT
judiehaynes
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:48 PM EDT
Welcome to
#ELLCHAT
!
https://t.co/a1sFXqW7WS
kuneshkids1
Aug 15 @ 9:46 PM EDT
A1 I got overly excited and forgot my introduction. Sherri Kunesh, DL 1st grade teacher from IL
#ellchat
esljaana
Aug 15 @ 9:48 PM EDT
Yes!! Too much makes it hard for diverse students to know what is important.
#ellchat
https://t.co/O3NtGu3yJa
KarenNemethEdM
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:47 PM EDT
A4 When you welcome diverse students, maybe it’s better to focus less on cute and more on relatable boards and doors?
#ELLCHAT
eslmonica
Aug 15 @ 9:48 PM EDT
@HSeslteacher
do a polar bear polar bear display with kids names & photo on second week - I will miss that so much!
#ellchat
kuneshkids1
Aug 15 @ 9:48 PM EDT
@judiehaynes
Thank you! Looking forward to learning from all the experts here
#ELLCHAT
ShadSalem
Aug 15 @ 9:50 PM EDT
I love using
https://t.co/YbR0UbJVkq
to have students listen to their home language as well as the Eng language
#ellchat
KarenNemethEdM
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:50 PM EDT
A4 Do you agree w/ research that says cluttered classroom makes it hard for young children to learn?
https://t.co/AwqnDddcQW
#ELLCHAT
esljaana
Aug 15 @ 9:50 PM EDT
Q4-at my elem Ts post wonderful displays of students and their families!
#ellchat
KarenNemethEdM
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:51 PM EDT
Don’t forget to follow your fellow
#ELLCHAT
chatters to build your network. So glad to see new and familiar voices tonight!
eslmonica
Aug 15 @ 9:52 PM EDT
@KarenNemethEdM
this speaks volumes-they draw, write their names & language + Englsih
#ellchat
https://t.co/hB24PLDWot
esljaana
Aug 15 @ 9:52 PM EDT
Just discovered that! Wonderful!!
#ellchat
https://t.co/UN7rA0Cpsm
ShadSalem
Aug 15 @ 9:50 PM EDT
I love using
https://t.co/YbR0UbJVkq
to have students listen to their home language as well as the Eng language
#ellchat
KarenNemethEdM
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:52 PM EDT
Q5) How do you consider the needs of ELLs when arranging furniture, work areas and less structured areas in a classroom?
#ELLCHAT
judiehaynes
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:53 PM EDT
A4) I love Reading Workshop classrooms but sometimes tchrs get carried away and it's too cluttered.
#ELLCHAT
https://t.co/KB2Xo4GM8K
KarenNemethEdM
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:50 PM EDT
A4 Do you agree w/ research that says cluttered classroom makes it hard for young children to learn?
https://t.co/AwqnDddcQW
#ELLCHAT
KarenNemethEdM
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:53 PM EDT
Q5 I added this question partly because I wonder if tchrs arrange for co-teaching, push-in or other ESL supports?
#ELLCHAT
ValentinaESL
Aug 15 @ 9:53 PM EDT
When S feel that their differences are valued in the classroom, learning soars!
#ELLCHAT
ShadSalem
Aug 15 @ 9:53 PM EDT
@KarenNemethEdM
I like to display important info Ss are using in the current time. I like to call them "revolving anchor charts"
#ellchat
KarenNemethEdM
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:54 PM EDT
A4 That’s exactly what I say, Shadia! Agree!!
#ELLCHAT
https://t.co/oLsMf74Q5S
ShadSalem
Aug 15 @ 9:53 PM EDT
@KarenNemethEdM
I like to display important info Ss are using in the current time. I like to call them "revolving anchor charts"
#ellchat
eslmonica
Aug 15 @ 9:54 PM EDT
A5 in K - 1 we try to sit ss by language pairs at tables of 4 when possible
#ellchat
judiehaynes
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:54 PM EDT
A5) I think that is organized by administrators and Bds of Education.
#ELLCHAT
https://t.co/4Q3nZWlxkm
KarenNemethEdM
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:53 PM EDT
Q5 I added this question partly because I wonder if tchrs arrange for co-teaching, push-in or other ESL supports?
#ELLCHAT
KarenNemethEdM
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:54 PM EDT
a5 or - does having multiple languages in classroom influence where you place chairs/desks, conversation areas, etc?
#ELLCHAT
ValentinaESL
Aug 15 @ 9:54 PM EDT
Thank you all. I love learning with you but I must go now. Family duties beckon me
#ELLCHAT
LaurenESpector
Aug 15 @ 9:55 PM EDT
Hi, everyone! This is my first
#ELLCHAT
. I teach EAL at an international school in Luxembourg. Great to connect with you!
KarenNemethEdM
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:56 PM EDT
A5 Many teachers have a favorite way of setting up their desks and shelves, but have to change when population changes
#ELLCHAT
eslmonica
Aug 15 @ 9:56 PM EDT
@judiehaynes
A5 I arrange for co-teach buddying up ss per language if possible - in pull out for newcomers we sit on rug in circle
#ellchat
MrsYanong
Aug 15 @ 9:56 PM EDT
A4 If Stone Soup required? Use Bone Button Borscht. Utilize Saturdays y Domingos in Math.Think outside box
#ellchat
https://t.co/kb1FgkfSyI
KarenNemethEdM
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:44 PM EDT
A4 I get questions from tchrs when I suggest ordering books in different languages but their curriculum REQUIRES certain books :(
#ELLCHAT
KarenNemethEdM
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:56 PM EDT
Welcome to
#ELLCHAT
, Lauren!
https://t.co/agG5qkvSnv
LaurenESpector
Aug 15 @ 9:55 PM EDT
Hi, everyone! This is my first
#ELLCHAT
. I teach EAL at an international school in Luxembourg. Great to connect with you!
HSeslteacher
Aug 15 @ 9:57 PM EDT
A5: I don't think there's a "right" answer for classroom set up, but it does need to encourage talking with one another.
#ELLChat
LaurenEHarrison
Aug 15 @ 9:57 PM EDT
@judiehaynes
@KarenNemethEdM
I agree, Judie. Ks can often pick out their language if they see it posted among others! Amazing.
#ELLchat
judiehaynes
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:57 PM EDT
Hi Lauren. Are you from Luxembourg in Europe? Isn't it the middle of the night there?
#ELLCHAT
https://t.co/pNiUxH8zRs
LaurenESpector
Aug 15 @ 9:55 PM EDT
Hi, everyone! This is my first
#ELLCHAT
. I teach EAL at an international school in Luxembourg. Great to connect with you!
eslmonica
Aug 15 @ 9:58 PM EDT
@MrsYanong
you can still order your own books & find a time to do a read aloud or discussion no matter grade level
#ellchat
esljaana
Aug 15 @ 9:58 PM EDT
Q5-I l like to organize my rm so we can have small and whole group instr. But leave rm for helpers and a comfortable reading spot
#ellchat
ShadSalem
Aug 15 @ 9:58 PM EDT
@eslmonica
@judiehaynes
I'm all about rug time. There's something that screams out comfort when we do this as a class
#ELLCHAT
ReginaSmoler
Aug 15 @ 9:58 PM EDT
WIDA and BrainPOP ESL | BrainPOP Educators@DAlexaWES_ESL
@MissWongESL
@ms_alexmarin
@MrsEichert
#ellchat
https://t.co/ERyLrDWgpI
KarenNemethEdM
- Moderator
Aug 15 @ 9:58 PM EDT
Q6) What are your ideas about changing classroom design, displays, and/or supplies for the new school year? What big new ideas?
#ELLCHAT
eslmonica
Aug 15 @ 9:59 PM EDT
@LaurenESpector
Welcome!
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KarenNemethEdM
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Aug 15 @ 9:59 PM EDT
A5 I like the sound of this - and wonder if it’s more likely to happen in some grades than others.
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esljaana
Aug 15 @ 9:58 PM EDT
Q5-I l like to organize my rm so we can have small and whole group instr. But leave rm for helpers and a comfortable reading spot
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judiehaynes
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Aug 15 @ 9:59 PM EDT
I'm happy you joined us!
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LaurenESpector
Aug 15 @ 9:59 PM EDT
@judiehaynes
it is the last night of my visit to the US. Back to Luxembourg tomorrow!