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Hi, I am wondering if anyone has strategies for managing side conversations in ESOL classes in students' L1? I work in the HS setting, so I often encourage students to use their L1 when appropriate. However, I would like ideas about how to manage socializing/side conversations in L1.

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Liza In my class, I have this problem when I do grouping. One thing I have begun to do is make sure that when I do grouping there is a clear outcome (i.e. present new words, recite a collaborative writing piece etc.) in order to minimize side conversations as side conversations would distract from their ability to create the product and present it. So f...See More
Mar 3, 2013
Ann I teach middle school so I have this issue too sometimes. I think the emphasis is on making sure the L1 use is appropriate. If it is necessary for transmitting academic information, like how they to complete the assignment then I am all for it. It becomes sticky when I don't understand their conversation however most of the time body language and v...See More
Mar 13, 2013
Ann I meant I'm not sure how it translates to high school.

On 3/13/13, Ann wrote: > I teach middle school so I have this issue too sometimes. I > think the emphasis is on making sure the L1 use is > appropriate. If it is necessary for transmitting academic > information, like how they to complete the assignment then I > am all...See More
Mar 13, 2013


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