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Jun 20
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7.15 Language Demands

Shannon Betts and Mary Saghafi
About this episode

Shannon and Mary talk with Dr. Jeannette Mancilla-Martinez about supporting Multi-Language Learners, exploring language development, daily classroom language demands, and practical strategies to help MLLs thrive. The information presented is relevant for teachers, administrators, and support staff seeking practical tools to enhance instruction for multilingual learners.

RESOURCES MENTIONED DURING THE EPISODE:


  1. Our Season 5 Episode 2: Supporting English Language Learners
  2. McGraw-Hill Science of Literacy Library:
    A free resource hub containing blogs, videos, research reports, and more— designed to connect teachers with practical classroom resources and Professional Learning tips.
  3. Vanderbilt University:   Jeannette Mancilla-Martinez
  4. Edutopia:  Using SIOP with English Learners
  5. Savvas Learning Company:  SIOP Model Professional Learning
  6. Impact of Multilingualism and Learning Patterns on Student Achievement in English and other subjects by Raees Calafato and Kevin Simmonds
  7. WIDA Can Do Descriptors for various grade levels
  8. Reading Rockets:  What Does Research Tell Us About Teaching Reading to English Language Learners?
  9. Academic Language and ELLS: What Teachers Need to Know
  10. Reading Horizons:    What's the Difference Between ESL, EFL, ESOL, ELL, MLL, and ESP?



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