Sentences with phrase «language educators as»

One way teachers can help students acquire these skills is through the process known to language educators as syntax.

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Although it does have a vital program for bringing to China English and American educators to teach English as a second language, it also supports a children's mental - health research institute, a child nutrition research project, and a factory that specializes in the manufacture and fitting of artificial limbs.

The document stresses both mothers» and fathers» importance as educators, making clear that when fathers and mothers talk, play, read, paint, investigate numbers and shapes or sing with their children it has a positive effect on children's later development — and that mums» and dads» involvement in reading is the most important determinant of their child's early language and literacy skills.

The findings could provide new insight as educators re-shape education policy around the language reclassification process, Thompson said.

As a result, schools face the challenge of preparing educators to foster inclusive, effective language learning.

American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS): Development of online citizen science products such as Google Mercury, Mercury Mappers, Geo Hunters; production and publication of printed and e-book versions of plain language book «Exploring the Inner Solar System»; production of podcasts featuring MESSENGER; evaluation and dissemination of MESSENGER educational products via AAAS's SciLinks site for educators; public programs at AAAS featuring MESSENGER.

Dec. 4, 2 p.m. ET: Common Core State Standards: Literacy and English - Language Learners As educators begin putting the common core into classroom practice, what instructional strategies will they need to bridge the gap between acquiring language and truly mastering academic content for ELLs?

But we've also had to consider what newcomers might want from an English language class, which could be as something as simple as talking to them about things they know and care about, say educators like Darren Chase, an ELL teacher with New Design High School in New York City.

Some of the obstacles to including classes in the arts as essential rather than «enrichment» studies, they noted, are the imprecision of the language usually used to discuss the arts; incorrect assumptions by educators, students, and the public about the arts and learning; and a lack of precedents — except in higher education — for...

Educators should offer them the language supports they require to complete the same assignments as their native - speaking peers.

The educators in this piece questioned: How do we engender an understanding and appreciation of culture in young people as they begin to learn a language other than English?

«The two (brain and body) are not disconnected as we once thought, and it is imperative, if we are serious about developing the whole student, that we as educators, learn the language of the body, of its movement potential, and how kinesthetic awareness informs how we make sense of the world from infancy to adulthood.»

Using authentic material, such as short films, enables educators to help students access this world and make foreign languages real to them.

As more than 5,000 educators gathered in Albuquerque, N.M., last month for the annual conference of the National Association for Bilingual Education, the prospects for their primary cause — instruction in a child's native language — looked as bright as they have at any time in recent yearAs more than 5,000 educators gathered in Albuquerque, N.M., last month for the annual conference of the National Association for Bilingual Education, the prospects for their primary cause — instruction in a child's native language — looked as bright as they have at any time in recent yearas bright as they have at any time in recent yearas they have at any time in recent years.

It is within our power as educators and policymakers to help all children acquire the language of privilege so they will not be excluded.

I am interested in articles to do with these three areas: - leadership in education - sustainable professional development for teacher educators - professional development for English as second language teacher educators

Many educators and political leaders warned that the passage of Proposition 227 would be a catastrophe for the one in four California students who do not speak English as their primary language.

This is differentiated and works well with set and mixed ability classes - a list of target language expressions to use in the classroom (written by a native speaker)- Flashcards / display posters (27) to label classroom items or hang from the ceiling or even make smaller and put into pupil books - A guide to using Pinterest as an educator

This approach allows educators to have a shared vision and language and, just as important, a shared definition of specific behaviors, which can be identified and measured.

Historically, educators have focused on overcoming barriers by developing ways of teaching English as a second language.

To adequately assist ELs in learning both content concepts and English simultaneously, all educators need to view themselves as language teachers.

Secondly, the online publication of these materials makes them accessible to a wide audience, including the communities of origin, educators and researchers, as well as the general public, who may not have been aware of the existence of such a vast range of written materials in Australian Indigenous languages.

Domestic and international policy classes combined with language and literacy classes certainly gave me stronger foundation as an educator.

As long - time classroom teachers now working as teacher educators preparing future middle - and high - school language arts and social studies teachers, we persistently seek ways to improve our coursework and clinical experienceAs long - time classroom teachers now working as teacher educators preparing future middle - and high - school language arts and social studies teachers, we persistently seek ways to improve our coursework and clinical experienceas teacher educators preparing future middle - and high - school language arts and social studies teachers, we persistently seek ways to improve our coursework and clinical experiences.

Established by experienced teachers and educators who understand students» interests inside the classroom as well as their strengths, weaknesses, and difficulties in learning a language or acquire a business skill.

As educators work to help students meet the demands of the Common Core State Standards in English / language arts and mathematics, many arts education advocates are making the case that the arts can be a valuable partner.

As many educators are discovering, Common Core State Standards pose particular challenges for English - language learners in both language arts and mathematics, and yet the standards documents themselves provide little guidance for how teachers can help their ELLs meet the new objectives.

The text - based app allows educators to update parents on student behavior, both positive and negative, as well as message parents in 35 languages.

And unlike assortative mating, blood - sport parenting, and legacy admissions to the Ivy League, it is within our power as educators and policymakers to influence children's acquisition of that language.

Small - group instruction, offering a chance for deeper discussion and usage of vocabulary, is where educators can also provude support with basic vocabulary words, such as household items and terms for family members — words whose meanings EL students already know in their home language, but which they need to label in English.

As our students prepare for a future where the world is more connected than ever before, second language acquisition is top of mind for many educators.

Jen Schwanke began her career as a language arts educator and is currently a principal for the Dublin City School District in Dublin, Ohio.

As parents and educators with a passion for quality public education and Chinese language and culture, our founders established Yu Ying on the belief that all D.C. children have the right to a quality education that opens doors to the future.

We as educators know the power of language, so we must be extra careful and precise with ours.

He has served as a teacher, building level administrator, and district level supervisor for world language and is now in his 20th year as a middle level educator.

Topics discussed include the application of technology in connecting individuals, building relations and extending empathy, social media such as Facebook and Instagram which have standard tools and a common language through which individuals can post pictures, and comment on friends» activity and training educators in how to deconstruct standards to build assessment criteria.

Resistance might also be greater for high school teachers who typically view themselves as subject specialists, said veteran educator Ray Salazar, who blogs about his work teaching English language arts at a Chicago public high school.

NYSABE represents educators, parents, members of community - based organizations, private agencies, and institutions of higher education as well as advocates involved in the education of English language learners / bilingual students in New York State.

As part of an Institute of Education Sciences (IES)- funded research project, our team (in collaboration with current middle school educators) is developing a professional development (PD) model specifically for middle schools to help them implement research - based reading practices in content areas, including English / language arts, science, and social studies.

It is important to ensure that educators have diversity training so that their cultural understandings include an acknowledgement of the lived experiences of Latinos / as who speak their native language at home.

Nor is it fair to hold educators accountable for external influences such as student home enviroment, special needs, language barriers, drugs and behavioral issues.

«I would like to be a more effective educator for my English language learners and further develop my knowledge as an International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme educator,» she said.

The Center co-sponsors the Smart & Good School initiative, which includes free resources, a quarterly newsletter of best practices, and a research report; offers assessment instruments and other character education resources, such as books, articles, Spanish - language materials, classroom strategies, and parenting resources; and provides presentations and seminars for educators and parents.

This enrollment milestone reflects not only a cultural shift but also a host of challenges for educators, including more students living in poverty, more students learning English as an additional language, and more whose life experiences will differ from those of their teachers.

However, as frightening as the conditions are currently, I can tell you that I personally know many educators who take this moment to reignite their fire for teaching, for leading, for making sure that students have the language skills to navigate themselves and their families through these complex times.

Just as it is important for educators in a school district and in individual schools to have a shared vision and a common language around what quality teaching looks and sounds like, it is essential that district and school leaders have a shared vision and common language on both the definition of instructional leadership and the description of effective instructional leadership behaviors.

As the recently published Title III guidance to the Every Student Succeed Act (ESSA) states, «With effective, research - based supports and access to excellent educators, [English learners] can achieve English language proficiency and perform academically at the same high levels as their non -[English learner] peers.&raquAs the recently published Title III guidance to the Every Student Succeed Act (ESSA) states, «With effective, research - based supports and access to excellent educators, [English learners] can achieve English language proficiency and perform academically at the same high levels as their non -[English learner] peers.&raquas their non -[English learner] peers.»

The contentious political discourse leading up to the votes largely ignored the research on best practices for educating English language learners, as well as the practical and pedagogical issues facing educators.

A recent study conducted by the Council for Basic Education confirms what many educators have feared: The curriculum is narrowing as schools zero in on reading, writing, and math at the expense of the arts, foreign languages, and elementary - level social studies.

««[When] children lose their home language skills, we as educators have a serious problem... fractured communities are created when families can no longer [talk] on a deep level about issues that matter.»