What is ELL?
shumë (but not all) ELL studentët may be:
An immigrant or newcomer to Canada
(Albanian: A lot/student)
ekte or falsk: ELL students experience many challenges because of language difficulties
True, especially those who begin learning English after age 13
(Norwegian: True/False)
ELL students can känsla:
Unrepresented, embarrassed, awkward, alienated, socially discarded, etc.
(Swedish: feel)
What should you do when an ELL student can not understand a word or jimloli?
Depending on the student 1) speak slower and/or in simple terms 2) offer a translation in the student's native language 3) encourage the use of a translation device
(Hausa/Nigeria: sentence)
¿Cuántos inmigrantes recién llegados a Canadá tienen como lengua materna un idioma distinto del inglés?
More than 80%
Tiesa or klaidinga: an ELL student is always destined to struggle academically
False. Language difficulties do not mean a student will struggle academically, although in some cases it can be a factor
(Lithuanian: True/False)
True or false: An ELL student can 明白English, but might have difficulties with specific 字
True
(Cantonese: Understand/Words)
What are some ways you can help ELL classmates feel привітали?
By being their friend, being understanding, helping with English words, making the ELL student feel included
(Ukrainian: Welcomed)
What is a перевод device?
It is a device than can scan and translate English words into their native language, which makes it easier to follow along in class
(Russian: translate)
Hvor mange etniske grupper er der i Canada?
More than 200
Can students who do not speak إنجليزي upon entry to school learn the language بسرعة?
Many can, but not all; it becomes harder to learn the older the student is
(Arabic: English/Quickly)
Can زیستمحیطی factors influence ELL students and their ability to learn English?
Yes. Climate, size of the community, and cultural representation can all influence a student's ability and efforts to learn English
(Persian: Environmental)
How can being someone's 友人 influence their feeling of belonging?
They do not feel isolated, and having friends helps mitigate some of the concern around self-esteem
(Japanese - Friend)
What should you do if an ELL student misuses sentence kết cấu?
It is not a big deal. You can politely and positively mention that the verb is typically used differently, but if you can understand what is being said, it is not a huge concern
(Vietnamese: structure)
新しく来た人は、変化をほとんど感じないのか、それとも多くの変化を感じるのか？
Many changes
For ELL students who are Manene, can post-arrival experiences influence English proficiency?
Yes. Unfortunately, students who experience racism and/or alienation experience mental health and wellbeing issues-- which influences their ability to comprehend English
(Maori: Immigrants)
True or false: there are only sieben Government-recognized ethnisch groups in Canada
False: there are over two hundred, with many languages used across each group
(German: Seven/Ethnic)
What can the school ਭਾਈਚਾਰਾ do to welcome an ELL student?
Offer supports (such as a translator device and recommend community initiatives that could be useful for the family) and promote inclusion through class discussions and wall decor
(Punjabi: community)
What should you do if an ELL studiosus misuses an English verbum?
It is not a big deal. You can politely and positively mention that the word is typically used differently, but if you can understand what is being said, it is not a huge concern
(Latin: student/word)
Верно или неверно: прочные отношения с учителями, мирное взаимодействие с природой и участие в физических/познавательных занятиях дарят учащимся, изучающим английский как второй язык, чувство спокойствия.
True
Can the kultura nagusia play a role in the way minority cultures feel welcomed?
Yes, when ELL students from cultures that are not dominant feel unwelcomed, it can negatively impact their confidence in the dominant language (which is usually English)
(Basque: Dominant culture)
combien de temps does it take for ELL students to match langue achievement levels of English first-language pairs?
Five to seven years
(French: How long/Language/peers)
What can your teacher do to ensure all ELL students feel included?
Ensure that multiple perspectives (and languages, when possible) are included in class discussion, and making sure that your ELL classmate communicates what style of learning works best for them
What should you do if a student comes from a country where traumático los antecedentes are common?
First, the student does not have to disclose any of this information to you. If they do, or if you have any feelings that it might be true, try to avoid bringing up anything that could be triggering to the ELL student
(Spanish: traumatic backgrounds)
Richtig oder falsch: Je stärker Themen der Vielfalt in den Lehrplan integriert werden, desto besser informiert und akzeptierender sind die Schülerinnen und Schüler im Umgang mit Vielfalt.
True