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Middle School Endorsement in IL

by Sue

Feb 19, 2011

Does anyone know if a Type 10 Reading Specialist includes the Middle School Endorsement? If I have a Type 10 Reading Specialist Certificate, can I obtain a position as a Language Arts Teacher for Middle School, or do I also need a Middle School Endorsement?

Thanks,

Sue

Core Reading Programs

by Theresa

Feb 20, 2011

Hi All, My school is looking to purchase a new K-5 core reading program. We are looking at comprehensive programs - there are so many out there. I would REALLY appreciate knowing the names of good (and not so good) core reading programs being used in your schools. Thank you

Need advice with ESL

by Mary Apitsiauri

Feb 22, 2011

I am studying to be a second ed English teacher. One of my biggest worries is accommodating ESL students in my classroom , especially when it comes to writing. I would love to hear how you have experienced this and what are some great techniques or advice for incorporating ESL students in the writing process. I am not sure how a student without Eng...See More

Sara On 2/22/11, Mary Apitsiauri wrote: > I am studying to be a second ed English teacher. One of my > biggest worries is accommodating ESL students in my > classroom , especially when it comes to writing. I would > love to hear how you have experienced this and what are some > great techniques or advice for incorporating ESL students in ...See MoreOn 2/22/11, Mary Apitsiauri wrote: > I am studying to be a second ed English teacher. One of my > biggest worries is accommodating ESL students in my > classroom , especially when it comes to writing. I would > love to hear how you have experienced this and what are some > great techniques or advice for incorporating ESL students in > the writing process. I am not sure how a student without > English language skills can be involved in the English > classroom. How do you make sure they are not left behind and > simply stare at the wall for the entire class period. > I would appreciate your expertise and advice. > > thank you, > > Mary

Any teacher who is as proactive as you will do fine with any student. Put your ESLs near you and warmly smile at them. Ask them to teach you and the class a few words of their language. There are always words that are similar from language to language. And any language exposure the ESL kids get is good. The more expression you can put on your face, use gestures - it's not only helpful to your ESL kids but to your native speakers as well. The more animated you are, the better everyone hears and understands.

As to writing, let them dictate to you or a willing classmate who acts as their scribe. If their writing is elementary, 'beef it up' as you write it out for them. Their confidence soars when they see what they've written with your help.

Language is language and any language stimulates the brain and the language learning process. Just a tip too - we're moving away from calling 'ESL' that - we're finally realizing that for some to many students they speak several languages and English is not their second language but their third or fourth language... only here in the States where few of us speak a second language do we automatically think that English would be their second language. English Language Learners is the more modern and often more accurate phrase to use when speaking of the students we have too long called 'ESL'.

Good luck but I think you're a natural whose ELL students will be lucky to have you.

Feb 23, 2011

Luria Learning Mary,

You are correct to be concerned about ESL students and writing. This is the area where they tend to struggle the most. There are many things that can be effective in teaching writing. Make sure you model your thinking out loud. Use sentence frames with the students. Use graphic organizers to help students with their ideas. Have edit...See More

Mar 3, 2011

Expository writing at the middle school level

by Christina

Feb 26, 2011

We took a workshop last week and they would like us to add more expository writing to our english classes at the grade 8 level.

Does anyone have any ideas or suggestions for adding this to my english classes? What sort of topics should I have my kids working on? What types of writing etc?

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Addie Education I have a free and fun expository writing assignment posted on Teachers Pay Teachers - help yourself and enjoy working through it with your students. Students work on creating a themed newspaper - they can pick the theme. Includes assignment sheet, brainstorming sheet and marking rubric. [link removed]

Mar 18, 2011

W. Stanton On 2/26/11, Christina wrote: > We took a workshop last week and they would like us to add > more expository writing to our english classes at the grade > 8 level. > > Does anyone have any ideas or suggestions for adding this > to my english classes? What sort of topics should I have my > kids working on? What types of writing e...See More

Jan 8, 2012

Whole class instruction

by Wondering

Mar 1, 2011

Was in a heated discussion with a fellow elementary colleague on the place of whole class instruction in the literacy program. I won't say which side I am on as I really want an unbiased opinion from you. Working with small groups or individuals (differentiation and meeting the needs of the individual). Whole class instruction and particularly shar...See More

Mark Pennington Whatever is most efficient. Whole class makes sense for some instruction. Small group/individualized for differentiated instruction based upon diagnostic/formative assessment data.

Mar 1, 2011

First-Time Classroom Reading.....help!!

by Jeff

Mar 1, 2011

Hey everyone! I am a Spanish teacher and I am going to be experimenting with reading literature in English and Spanish with my classes. This is new for me. I have not taught using much literature before. I could really use some help from more experienced teachers who have taught reading before. Hey all, I am strongly considering reading literature,...See More

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Sara On 3/09/11, Jeff wrote:

So you're reading stories about Hispanic culture in English? Like Cisneros? That would make sense. But why do you want to shift the reading from group reading and independent reading to a whole class reading? And as that's working not only well but really well as you say - why change it all?

And you are c...See More

Mar 11, 2011

Jeff Thanks Sara,

Well, I am just thinking of trying things differently a little bit next year. I do that from time to time. I was wondering if there was a dynamic way to conduct a class-reading. But, if it is way too difficult (and I don't have an entertaining reading voice, really) then I will not change that aspect of my lessons.

Th...See MoreThanks Sara,

Well, I am just thinking of trying things differently a little bit next year. I do that from time to time. I was wondering if there was a dynamic way to conduct a class-reading. But, if it is way too difficult (and I don't have an entertaining reading voice, really) then I will not change that aspect of my lessons.

Thanks for your input!

-Jeff

On 3/11/11, Sara wrote: > On 3/09/11, Jeff wrote: > > So you're reading stories about Hispanic culture in English? Like > Cisneros? That would make sense. > But why do you want to shift the reading from group reading and > independent reading to a whole class reading? And as that's working > not only well but really well as you say - why change it all? > > And you are captivating your class with literature- they are reading > literature and it's working really well. What you want to do is switch > to aloud whole class reading and no, I don't think you can captive a > class with aloud whole class reading for very long unless you know > someone who can read aloud in a very captivating way. > > But having taught for many years both literature and language maybe I > could brainstorm some idea - I did suggest get hold of the tapes where > professional actors do the reading - whether they have the stories you > want to use is another matter - or post the names of the stories you > want and maybe someone can tell you a source for the tapes. I'll try > to do an Internet search for you. > > But why do you want to change up what you're doing when they're > already doing really well with this independently and in groups? > >> been actually doing this for about 6 weeks and it has worked really >> well so far. Except, the students have been reading independently >> and in groups. I am trying to figure out how to read as a whole >> class. Maybe there really is not a way to do it where the students >> would be able to maintain interest. >> >> I will carry on as I am, then, if there are no real ways to >> captivate a class as a whole with literature. >> >> >>

Mar 11, 2011

Entrepreneurship Workbook that Meets NCLB Standards

by Tyson

Mar 4, 2011

I found the following workbook that reinforces the Math, Reading, and Language Arts requirements outlined by the 'No Child Left Behind' standards. The workbook allows students to use reading, writing, and arithmetic skills in developing their own businesses, and provides real-life examples of kids ages 6-15 who have already started their own viable...See More

Chocolate Novel Study Contract

by Cathie

Mar 5, 2011

Has anyone created an individual contract using the novels, Chocolate Touch, Chocolate Fever and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory? My third graders are reading these novels. Thanks.

Graphic Novels or Graphic Short Stories in Gr. 8

by Christina

Mar 7, 2011

Does anyone have any easy, inexpensive graphic novels (I am also wondering about short stories etc) for grade 8 students?

Teaching students concise writing

by David Ginsburg

Mar 8, 2011

Blog post on the importance of teachers getting away from writing assignments that result in students rambling just to meet a minimum length requirement. And a couple of great resources for teaching concise writing skills.

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Writing Teacher br> > It is easy to grade and those students that can't write > coherently at least get some points. If it is weighted enough > it might even give enough points to pass. > > More is better! Isn't that the saying.

The saying is 'less is more'.

And we give assignments because they're easy to grade?? Shouldn't we gi...See More

Mar 12, 2011

because it makes the teacher feel On 3/12/11, Writing Teacher wrote: >> >> It is easy to grade and those students that can't write >> coherently at least get some points. If it is weighted enough >> it might even give enough points to pass. >> >> More is better! Isn't that the saying. > > The saying is 'less is more'. > > And we give ...See More

Mar 13, 2011

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