IMMERSION PROGRAMS
ESL Programs
General Questions
100

Name one type of immersion program

Enrichment, Two-way, or English

100

In the context of ELD, what happens when a student is "pushed-in?"

Student is provided with ELD instruction in gen. ed. classroom

100

Define the term "assimilation" in the context of language. 

Having to give up one's native language while learning a second language. 

200

What program is less successful than bilingual programs and considered "subtractive bilingualism?"

English immersion

200

What is ELD "Pull-out?"

For a portion of the day, student receives ELD instruction in another room.

200

In how many years are students typically expected to finish Transitional programs?

300

What program is designed to immerse monolingual English-speaking students in a second language?

Enrichment 

300

What program is designed to support newly arrived immigrants?

Newcomer program

300

What program is also known as "Early-exit?"

Transitional 

400

What program is also known as Late-exit?

Developmental Bilingual

400

What are two ways a teacher can provide sheltered instruction to ELL students?

Supportive environment, focused/meaningful content, comprehensible input, increased interaction, opportunities for high-level thinking

400

Up to how many years do students stay in the Newcomer program?

Two (or less)

500

What is one of the key goals of the Two-Way Immersion program (in Oregon)?

Cross-cultural awareness

500

How many ESL program models did I show you in my presentation?

5

500

Name two program models that would be considered "assimilationist" or "subtractive bilingualism."

Transitional, English immersion