#ELLCHAT Archive | Participate

participatechat Jun 12 @ 9:00 PM EDT

Participate in the upcoming #ELLCHAT by sharing resources and collaborating at https://t.co/TtihYHTCPA

PintoBeanz11 Jun 12 @ 9:00 PM EDT

I really like this idea! Ps and Ss are empowered with this opportunity #ELLchat #ELLs

spiraledu Jun 12 @ 7:57 PM EDT

I invite Ps to come translate books we are reading in class into their home language: ELL student gets to be the expert to classmates.
In reply to @teacher2teacher, @PintoBeanz11, @emilyfranESL, @MrC_A2, @Larryferlazzo, @SarahOttow, @2014FloridaTOY, @ValentinaESL, @BretMistergesl, @MsSalvac, @BloominginESL

aimloveless Jun 12 @ 9:00 PM EDT

#edu5213SBU #ellchat

edutopia Jun 12 @ 8:31 PM EDT

Teaching literacy through photography for English-language learners: https://t.co/iVsIOsIvMQ. #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 12 @ 9:01 PM EDT

Welcome to #ELLCHAT. Tonight we will be discussing differentiating instruction for ELLs.

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 12 @ 9:01 PM EDT

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

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jun 12 @ 9:02 PM EDT

Good evening #ellchat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jun 12 @ 9:04 PM EDT

Tonight's #ELLchat on differentiating instruction for ELLs

aimloveless Jun 12 @ 9:06 PM EDT

My name is Aimee and I am a K-5 ELL teacher in St.Louis. #ellchat #edu5213SBU

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 12 @ 9:06 PM EDT

A1) Hi Aimee. Welcome! Please be sure to post the hashtag #ELLCHAT so that we can all see your tweet.

aimloveless Jun 12 @ 9:03 PM EDT

My name is Aimee and I am a K-5 ELL teacher in St.Louis. #edu5213SBU This is my first Twitter chat and I am excited to participate.
In reply to @judiehaynes

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jun 12 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Q1 please share your name, your job, and where you're from #ELLchat

aimloveless Jun 12 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Got it! Thank you #ellchat

In reply to @judiehaynes

theESLlady Jun 12 @ 9:08 PM EDT

A1) Hi! I'm LeighAnn. I teach K-5 ESL in NJ. #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 12 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Hi! Welcome to #ELLCHAT

In reply to @theESLlady

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 12 @ 9:10 PM EDT

#ELLCHAT Please answer the questions (Q1) with (A1). Thanks!

tmce0419 Jun 12 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Hi everyone! My name is Tatiana and I'm an ELL teacher in Miami, FL. Looking forward to tonight's conversation. #ELLchat

In reply to @KarenNemethEdM

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jun 12 @ 9:12 PM EDT

A1 I’m Karen Nemeth, co-host of #ELLCHAT and I’m a consultant/author focus on early childhood education for ELLs/DLLs - from eastern PA

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 12 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Q2) What challenges to ELLs face when learning content? #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 12 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Q2) What challenges do ELLs face when learning content? #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jun 12 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A2 I think one of the biggest challenges is the language barrier makes it hard to know what Ss already know to start with #ELLCHAT

HSeslteacher Jun 12 @ 9:14 PM EDT

A1: Shaeley, K12 ESL instructional coach from Central Iowa. Joining in from time to time on #ELLChat tonight as I juggle chores.

AssignmentHelpN Jun 12 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Teacher’s Best Guide to use Pomodoro Technique For Enhancing Productivity https://t.co/eKYjqIB7tc #ellchat #iechat #kinderchat

massignmenthelp Jun 12 @ 9:15 PM EDT

9 Questions to Ask Before you Hire an Online Tutor https://t.co/5mJEHwgRGc #ellchat #iechat #kinderchat

HSeslteacher Jun 12 @ 9:15 PM EDT

A2: Background knowledge like vocabulary is critical for ELLs to learn content. #ellchat

aimloveless Jun 12 @ 9:16 PM EDT

Q2) The biggest challenge I face is lack of background knowledge especially in science and social studies. #ELLChat #edu5213SBU

In reply to @judiehaynes

tmce0419 Jun 12 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2) Vocabulary is definitely a challenge for ELL Ss learning content, especially if they haven't been exposed to it in L1 before. #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 12 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Q2) Note: diff instruction not same as individualized instruction. Ss are all learning the same thing, but in different ways. #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jun 12 @ 9:18 PM EDT

A2 I agree - academic vocabulary is big issue - and central to tonight’s theme because you can’t use 1 size fits all approach #ELLCHAT

tmce0419 Jun 12 @ 9:16 PM EDT

A2) Vocabulary is definitely a challenge for ELL Ss learning content, especially if they haven't been exposed to it in L1 before. #ellchat

theESLlady Jun 12 @ 9:19 PM EDT

A2) linguistic demand is too high - SS content can be biggest challenge because ELLs often lack background knowledge needed #ELLChat

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 12 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Q2) Texts books in science and social studies are difficult for ELLs. Text is too dense and there's too much extraneous info. #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 12 @ 9:22 PM EDT

A2) Texts books in science and social studies are difficult for ELLs. Text is too dense and there's too much extraneous info. #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 12 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Q3) Why Is differentiation important when teaching ELLs? #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 12 @ 9:24 PM EDT

A3) Resource: Differentiated Instruction for English Language Learners https://t.co/cuUtpvkuMw #ELLCHAT

BretMistergesl Jun 12 @ 9:25 PM EDT

This is going to be a good one! #edchat #ellchat #kidsdeserveit

StantonAlana Jun 12 @ 4:29 PM EDT

We hope you'll join us for #MoreEdu this Thursday at 9 EST #EduMoves #satchat #satchatwc #365pln #teachmindful #Tlap #Ditchbook #learnlap

sandychilton Jun 12 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A1) Sandy Chilton, Instructional Specialist in Austin ISD #ellchat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jun 12 @ 9:25 PM EDT

A3 Differentiated instruction is important for ALL students, but ELLs really benefit when tchrs understand their unique needs #ELLCHAT

aimloveless Jun 12 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A2) I agree @judiehaynes. The sci/ss text books are challenging even for native english speakers. #ellchat #edu5213SBU

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jun 12 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A3 Differentiated Instruction primer article from @educationweek https://t.co/CWomhzT9mv #ellchat

theESLlady Jun 12 @ 9:26 PM EDT

A2) I agree! I sometimes find textbooks in audio format on a resource called Learning Ally - has been great for my ELLs #ELLchat

In reply to @judiehaynes

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 12 @ 9:26 PM EDT

#ELLCHAT stream is dedicated to our chat between 9:00 & 10:00 pm Monday night. Please after the chat.

BretMistergesl Jun 12 @ 9:25 PM EDT
This is going to be a good one! #edchat #ellchat #kidsdeserveit
- StantonAlana Jun 12 @ 4:29 PM EDT
  
  We hope you'll join us for #MoreEdu this Thursday at 9 EST #EduMoves #satchat #satchatwc #365pln #teachmindful #Tlap #Ditchbook #learnlap

GlendaHarrell8 Jun 12 @ 9:27 PM EDT

#ellchat A3. Cause it's so blasted hard to see the air we breath.

In reply to @judiehaynes

theESLlady Jun 12 @ 9:27 PM EDT

A3) one size does not fit all - different backgrounds, languages, proficiency levels - celebrate the diversity & teach to it #ELLCHAT

GlendaHarrell8 Jun 12 @ 9:29 PM EDT

#ellchat A3. It's hard because we don't see how to yeah the language that comes so natural to us. Assumptions.

In reply to @judiehaynes

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 12 @ 9:29 PM EDT

Q3) Differentiation allows ELLs access to content area information and gives them a chance to learn the same info as classmates. #ELLCHAT

sandychilton Jun 12 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A2) 1 challenge 4 ELLs is a lack of tools to teach & lack of research based systems in place 2 support Ts of ELLs #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 12 @ 9:31 PM EDT

I agree! #ELLCHAT

In reply to @zaina_gennaoui

aimloveless Jun 12 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A3) Differentiation allows ELLs to access the content in ways they can connect with like using more visuals #ellchat #edu5213SBU

tmce0419 Jun 12 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A3) ELLs have varying strengths and background knowledge. DI allows Ts to scaffold to meet needs better in all 4 domains #ELLchat

MsSalvac Jun 12 @ 9:32 PM EDT

👏👏👏 Excited to have @ChapaTISD of #ChatESL presenting at #VirtuEL17 Dont miss it! #ellchat

ChapaTISD Jun 12 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Joim #VirtuEL17 this Saturday June 17th! Great lineup including urs truly going live at 11am EST Join w/this link. https://t.co/ISKWsbUIrB

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 12 @ 9:33 PM EDT

A3) I think differentiation goes way beyond using visuals! #ELLCHAT

aimloveless Jun 12 @ 9:32 PM EDT

A3) Differentiation allows ELLs to access the content in ways they can connect with like using more visuals #ellchat #edu5213SBU

GlendaHarrell8 Jun 12 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Facilitating L2 language use to think is really really challenging. #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jun 12 @ 9:33 PM EDT

a2 Important point. It’s one thing to say ‘research shows differentiated instruction works’ but HOW to do it is another question! #ELLCHAT

sandychilton Jun 12 @ 9:29 PM EDT

A2) 1 challenge 4 ELLs is a lack of tools to teach & lack of research based systems in place 2 support Ts of ELLs #ellchat

theESLlady Jun 12 @ 9:34 PM EDT

A3) I like how this defines differentiation as identifying student learning strengths- reminds me of @WIDAConsortium Can Dos. #ELLchat

In reply to @KarenNemethEdM, @educationweek, @WIDAConsortium

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 12 @ 9:34 PM EDT

#ELLCHAT stream is dedicated to our chat between 9:00 & 10:00 pm Monday night. Please post after the chat. Thanks!

MsSalvac Jun 12 @ 9:32 PM EDT
👏👏👏 Excited to have @ChapaTISD of #ChatESL presenting at #VirtuEL17 Dont miss it! #ellchat
- ChapaTISD Jun 12 @ 9:27 PM EDT
  
  Joim #VirtuEL17 this Saturday June 17th! Great lineup including urs truly going live at 11am EST Join w/this link. https://t.co/ISKWsbUIrB

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jun 12 @ 9:34 PM EDT

a3 Differentiated instruction requires better knowledge of each student’s assets and needs - not just their ELL status. #ELLCHAT

sandychilton Jun 12 @ 9:35 PM EDT

A3) Differentiation is important cause Ss come w/ unique academic needs, background experiences, culture, language, & interests #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 12 @ 9:35 PM EDT

No problem! Love to see your info later. #ELLCHAT

In reply to @BretMistergesl

MsSalvac Jun 12 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Carol Salva here. Jumping in late! Hope to follow along & get insights from awesome #ELLCHAT folks.

GlendaHarrell8 Jun 12 @ 9:36 PM EDT

@joan_lachance @AndreaHonigsfel @swwest65 @DubraskaStines Plan to communicate with students using the language of the standards #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 12 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Q4) What strategies do you use to differentiate instruction for ELLs? #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 12 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Q4) 9 Strategies to Differentiate Instruction for ELLs https://t.co/6n4uPvIew9 #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 12 @ 9:38 PM EDT

A4) Resource: 5 Simple Steps for Differentiated Instructions for ELLs https://t.co/fewei9lyUk #ELLCHAT

BretMistergesl Jun 12 @ 9:38 PM EDT

And since you are participating in a chat about #ELLs, I would love to join! #ellchat

MsSalvac Jun 12 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Great explanation of the difference. #ellchat

In reply to @judiehaynes

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jun 12 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A4 Spotlight collection on DI from @educationweek https://t.co/oQQveKt5Uu #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 12 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Thanks! Happy to have your input! #ELLCHAT

MsSalvac Jun 12 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Great explanation of the difference. #ellchat
In reply to @judiehaynes

GlendaHarrell8 Jun 12 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A4. Purposeful planning that facilitates St use of academic language allows them to think, i.e. Learn #ELLCHAT

MsSalvac Jun 12 @ 9:39 PM EDT

A4) We start w Proficiency Levels- (Can Do's) so we are intentional about what to provide. #ELLCHAT

BretMistergesl Jun 12 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Q3-Differentiation needs to be more about availability of support rather than prescribing it-can severely limit learners this way #ellchat

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jun 12 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A4 In inclusive #earlyed tchrs can group different level books by topic rather than level… 1/2 #ELLCHAT

HSeslteacher Jun 12 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A4: Differentiation for #ELLs includes varying scaffolds based on lang proficiency to help them meet same content target. #ELLChat

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 12 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A4) allow students to learn essentials. Remove unnecessary material, words, etc., that can distract rrom the content. #ELLCHAT

tmce0419 Jun 12 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A4) Chunking content & front loading vocabulary is helpful. Also show videos and images that connect with content before they read. #ELLchat

BretMistergesl Jun 12 @ 9:41 PM EDT

A4-Working on #antidifferentiation-Make multiple levels of content available to all Ss so they can select how to overcome obstacles #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 12 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A4) Provide background knowledge with native lang support, to allow ELLs to tie new information to something familiar. #ELLCHAT

theESLlady Jun 12 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A4) I often use @SIOPModel strategies like videos for building background in content,sentence frames/graphic organizers for writing #ELLCHAT

BretMistergesl Jun 12 @ 9:42 PM EDT

That is a creative way to get students with varying skill sets to collaborate-love that idea! #ellchat

In reply to @KarenNemethEdM

HSeslteacher Jun 12 @ 9:43 PM EDT

I like idea of choice and students monitoring themselves. Not sure I understand #antidifferentiation though. #ELLChat

In reply to @BretMistergesl

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 12 @ 9:43 PM EDT

A4) I think sentence frames and graphic organizers really help ELLs. #ELLCHAT

theESLlady Jun 12 @ 9:42 PM EDT

A4) I often use @SIOPModel strategies like videos for building background in content,sentence frames/graphic organizers for writing #ELLCHAT

MsSalvac Jun 12 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A4) Depends on content & language goals. Objectives dictate supports needed for task. Allowing L1, tech.. depends on Std abilities #ELLCHAT

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jun 12 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A4 2/2 Ss at any level can find info they need in 1 area ex. study on ducks? board bks, storybooks, photobooks on ducks in 1 place #ellchat

theESLlady Jun 12 @ 9:44 PM EDT

A4) yes! Pre teaching vocabulary is so valuable #ELLchat

In reply to @tmce0419

BretMistergesl Jun 12 @ 9:45 PM EDT

This is a great resource! #ellchat

In reply to @judiehaynes

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judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 12 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Q4) Differentiation is crucial for ELLs for the reasons mentioned earlier.Legally we must allow ALL students acess to content. #ELLCHAT

HSeslteacher Jun 12 @ 9:43 PM EDT

I like idea of choice and students monitoring themselves. Not sure I understand #antidifferentiation though. #ELLChat
In reply to @BretMistergesl

BretMistergesl Jun 12 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Haha-it's just my attempt at a catchy name 😁 I'm going to be writing about it soon to map out how it looks linguistically #ellchat

In reply to @HSeslteacher

KarenNemethEdM - Moderator Jun 12 @ 9:46 PM EDT

A4 In #earlyed, we can think of 1 goal or concept, but Ss can get to it in different contexts - not governed by set lesson time #ELLCHAT

aimloveless Jun 12 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A4) I also agree with pre-teaching vocabulary and using a lot of sentence frames. #ellchat #edu5213SBU

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 12 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Q4) But I think Ss should have some choice. Don't think choice & differentiation are mutually exclusive. #ELLCHAT

HSeslteacher Jun 12 @ 9:43 PM EDT

I like idea of choice and students monitoring themselves. Not sure I understand #antidifferentiation though. #ELLChat
In reply to @BretMistergesl

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 12 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Q4) We need to provide ELLS with multiple learning opportunities to reinforce key concepts and vocabulary. #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 12 @ 9:50 PM EDT

A4) I agree! Pre-teaching vocabulary is crucial to ELLs. #ELLCHAT

aimloveless Jun 12 @ 9:47 PM EDT

A4) I also agree with pre-teaching vocabulary and using a lot of sentence frames. #ellchat #edu5213SBU

BretMistergesl Jun 12 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Completely agree! Many teachers feel that way, though & "track" kids based on their current levels w/o chances to grow #ellchat

In reply to @judiehaynes

HSeslteacher Jun 12 @ 9:50 PM EDT

I agree with shifting choice from teacher to students & helping them figure out what supports or strategies best help them learn. #ELLChat

In reply to @judiehaynes

BretMistergesl Jun 12 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Absolutely! #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 12 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Q4) We need to provide ELLS with multiple learning opportunities to reinforce key concepts and vocabulary. #ELLCHAT

sandychilton Jun 12 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A4) For young ELLs cooperative learning is one of the best strategies & opportunities 2 engage in play #ellchat

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 12 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Q4) goal of DI is to create learning that make allowances for differences in how ELLs learn ito ensure equal access to content #ELLCHAT

ValentinaESL Jun 12 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Differentiating is so important. Here's how I differentiate for #ELLs in #math https://t.co/3LDf892DRn #ELLChat

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 12 @ 9:53 PM EDT

A4) I agree! cooperative learning allows Ss choice and control over their learning. #ELLCHAT

sandychilton Jun 12 @ 9:51 PM EDT

A4) For young ELLs cooperative learning is one of the best strategies & opportunities 2 engage in play #ellchat

BretMistergesl Jun 12 @ 9:53 PM EDT

So true! So many reasons why it is crucial to get to know your students! #ellchat

In reply to @MsSalvac

BretMistergesl Jun 12 @ 9:54 PM EDT

This is such an incredible resource-I love sharing this! #ellchat

In reply to @ValentinaESL

MsSalvac Jun 12 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Great share! #ellchat

In reply to @ValentinaESL

ValentinaESL Jun 12 @ 9:56 PM EDT

A4 i differentiate with adapted texts-some teacher made and others through @Newselaor @CommonLit #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 12 @ 9:56 PM EDT

@ValentinaESL Thanks! I often post your blogs on NJTESOL/NJBE FB page #ELLCHAT

dbltheprincess Jun 12 @ 9:56 PM EDT

The latest The Double the Princess™ Daily! https://t.co/iB4EVauROB #ellchat #sschat

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 12 @ 9:57 PM EDT

Q5) How do you differentiate homework for ELLs? #ELLCHAT

judiehaynes - Moderator Jun 12 @ 9:58 PM EDT

A5) ELLS need homework that they can do independently. Otherwise, it becomes a family chore. #ELLCHAT

ValentinaESL Jun 12 @ 9:59 PM EDT

I agree! Always begin w S proficiency levels in rdg, wrtg, listening & speaking. What can they do? And where do they need to go? #ELLchat

In reply to @MsSalvac

tmce0419 Jun 12 @ 9:59 PM EDT

A5) Only assign what you know the S can successfully manage with little support. There may not be additional support at home. #ELLCHAT