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Tree organigram
Elements of Effective Instruction for an ELL
Extend
Share learning
Collaborate and consult with staff members
Students learn best when the learning is
meaningful to them
Use collaborative learning
Build on prior knowledge
Recognize the importance of oral
language by incorporating talk into everything that students do
Encourage the use of L1 through meaningful activities
Build on students’ existing understanding of language
Engage
Scaffold all instruction for
meaning
Provide clear guidelines and structure
Build and extend background knowledge by activating prior knowledge and linking it to new learning
Use students’ interests, strengths, and areas of expertise
Teach to the cognitive level of the
student to build on higher-order
thinking skills
Use students’ interests and prior learning
Use targeted instruction
Provide age-appropriate reading materials and classroom resources that are accessible to students at varying reading levels
Affirm their Identity
Recognize first language and
culture as tools for learning
Encourage students to speak their first language at
home for continued cognitive growth and positive family relationships
Build a sense of community
in the classroom
Use team-building activities to strengthen relationships
among peers
Model an attitude of inclusion for all.
Find ways to help students see
themselves as learners, reflecting
on progress and setting new goals
for themselves
Help students discover their own strengths
Value what students bring with them, including their
prior learning, international experience, cultural insight,
and curiosity
Instil belief in students as capable learners
