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Teaching culture and foreign language in a regular classroom

by Bobe

Mar 23, 2010

I am going to be presenting a workshop for my district's annual "educational showcase". My workshop is going to be for elementary teachers. I will be presenting ideas and activities that can be used in k-5 classrooms to help introduce culture and foreign languages. It will not be language specific but general so that any langauge or culture could b...See More

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Andrea Our national holidays, customs and traditions of and why

Teach them age-appropriate idiomatic expressions that reflect our core beliefs as a nation.

Melting pot theory and our diverse ethnic nation of today.

I could easily go on but I would like to wait and see what others put up here first. Good luck, Andrea

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Mar 24, 2010

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Exit Criteria - 7th grade

by Dede

Mar 27, 2010

Does anyone know the exit criteria for ESL 7th grade?

Thanks

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lynne (part 2) On 3/27/10, lynne wrote: > On 3/27/10, Dede wrote: >> Does anyone know the exit criteria for ESL 7th grade? >> >> Thanks > > The assessments used and specific requirements vary by state. > Where are you?

For example, in California the criteria are:

Assessment of Engilsh Proficiency: CELDT overall scor...See More

Mar 27, 2010

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Lynne Thanks Lynn for your response. I am in Texas and am questioning whether the writing part of the criteria.

Mar 28, 2010

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correct option

by Cristina Victorino

Mar 27, 2010

In the dialogue below, which one is the best or correct option?

the answer is: "Because he didn't hear the alarm clock""

Why was he late? or

Why did he be late?

Thank you.

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Cristina Victorino On 3/27/10, lynne wrote: > On 3/27/10, Cristina Victorino wrote: >> In the dialogue below, which one is the best or correct >> option? >> >> the answer is: "Because he didn't hear the alarm clock"" >> >> Why was he late? or >> >> Why did he be late? >> >> Thank you. > > > "Why ...See More

Mar 28, 2010

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Chancellor Carlyle Roberts, II "Why was he late?" It is never appropriate to use "be" with the past tense. The only time you would use "be" in this context is if you used the future tense "will." Brush up on the use of "be" verbs.

On 3/27/10, Cristina Victorino wrote: > In the dialogue below, which one is the best or correct > option? > > the answer is: "Bec...See More

Apr 24, 2010

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Start an ESL school in Italy or Spain

by my school

Mar 30, 2010

Just follow this eguide how to start your own esl school abroad. It's so easy and cheaper than you think? You can be working for yourself in Spain or Italy within a month!

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International Classroom

by should I teach this?

Apr 7, 2010

Our school, in an effort to improve 3rd grade test scores has decided to retain all of our low language second grade ELL students. They will join the upcoming first grade ELL students in what they will call International classroom that will feature intensive language and literacy instruction and math. (No SS or Science). I am wondering if this is a...See More

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shapir22 retaining all low langauge ELLs is a common practice because i have never heard of it before and i dont think it is such a great idea for first of all, the district has to confer with the teachers and review state ELL test results before making this decision.Sts in elementary schools are to acquire language through content area vocabulary and langu...See More

Apr 9, 2010

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Chancellor Carlyle Roberts, II I don't like it. They should keep the students in third grade (if they're meeting the general education requirements) and do a pull-out during the day for intensive ESL immersion.

On 4/07/10, should I teach this? wrote: > Our school, in an effort to improve 3rd grade test scores > has decided to retain all of our low language second ...See More

Apr 24, 2010

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Does it matter where your degree is from?

by Marisa

Apr 7, 2010

Hi, I'm a future graduate student trying to decide where to go to school. As an ESL teacher, in terms of getting a job, does it matter where you went to school? I have the choice of going to a top education school (with a high price) or a no- name state school (with a low price)...is it worth having a degree from a big name school?

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Chnancellor Carlyle Roberts, II It needs to be from an accredited school, regardless of whether it is "a top education school" or "a no-name state school." If we're talking about teaching in public schools in the U. S., most states have an ESL endorsement that can be added to one's state teaching certificate. If you're thinking of teaching adults, one option (though this is more ...See More

Apr 24, 2010

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NYteach It depends on your plans, but if you are planning on teaching in a K-12 public school, the truth is- no one cares as long as you are certified and do your job well.

Apr 28, 2010

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Teach Away... any reviews?

by Sam Landry

Apr 10, 2010

Anyone out there have any knowledge concerning the international teacher agency Teach Away that recruits for UAE and other countries? Pro or con, please. I am interested in working in UAE.

Thank you, Sam Landry

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Chancellor Carlyle Roberts, II Check this out: Teach Away ([link removed])

On 4/10/10, Sam Landry wrote: > Anyone out there have any knowledge concerning the > international teacher agency Teach Away that recruits for > UAE and other countries? Pro or con, please. I am > interested in working in UAE. > > Thank you, Sam Landry

Apr 24, 2010

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Holff Teach away is a legitimate company but they have some very questionable business practices. They do not always stand behind their teachers or help them with issues once the teachers get into country. I registered Nov 2011 and had my initial interview with Una Reid who explained to me that she would be in contact concerning jobs for which I had appl...See More

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MTTC 086 English as a Second Language

by Ron

Apr 10, 2010

Has anyone taken the MTTC for English as a Second Language? Can you share any tips? topics to study? I am about to take it next week.

Thanks Ron

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Teaching ESL Reading and Writing

by Ms Sassy

Apr 16, 2010

I am preparing to take my National Board Assessment Center Test on Language Study. I don't have any ESL students. Please advise of some resources that may help me to study.

Books? Websites? Anything that has been of a help to you with Teaching ESL Reading and Writing.

Thanks, MS Sassy

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