Dual-languages in ELL classrooms

Creating dual-language assignments

Creating multilingual displays, posters, signs

Encouraging development of ideas in the first language

Providing opportunities for work with same first language partners

Affirming the value of bilingualism and multilingualism

Providing bilingual support for newcomers

Providing timely and supportive feedback

Activating prior skills and conceptual knowledge

Developing transferable language skills

Widening students' educational and career opportunities

Validating students' linguistic and cultural identities

Increasing parental involvement in students' education

Preventing and eliminating linguistic gap between students and parents

Fostering self-esteem and sense of belonging

Increasing all students' awareness of the benefits of cultural diversity

Encouraging involvement in extra-curricular activities

Incorporating world literature in language classes

Incorporating world art/music in art/music classes

Exploring development of mathematics and science through time and cultures

Sharing languages in a classroom/learning relevant terminology in different languages

Cultivating global citizenry

Increasing cultural, linguistic and intellectual capital

Eliminating biases , prejudice, and ignorance

Connecting and integrating diverse linguistic communities

Increasing awareness of the benefits of cultural diversity