Models of ESL
Program that uses two languages
Two-way immersion, Developmental bilingual and Transitional bilingual programs
The first step to successful language acquisition
Listening
This is the key to speaking more like a native English speaker
Practice
Programs that focus solely in English
Pull-out ESL, Structured English immersion, and Sheltered English instruction
Parents should read this many times per week to their children
Three times per week
One activity to assess speaking
Tell Me a Story
What are the two most common methods
Transitional bilingual program and Structured English immersion
This method is is preferred to increase vocabulary
Multimedia-enhanced instruction
How much vocab does an ELL student need to communicate successfully
Between 2,000 and 3,000
What model is used in Ms. Crawford's class
Pull-out ESL
Listening skills can be assessed by how many levels
Five levels
This controversial topic has shown to help students
Using the students native language to explain meaning