Making Connections in the ESL Classroom

Student Led Learning

Allow students to help shape
their curriculum

Collaboration

Problem Solving Skills

Improves Participation

Retention of Knowledge

Makes learning
more enjoyable

Developing Cultural Competence

Learning how to think
positively about other
cultures

Cross-Cultural
skills

Development of
respect

Culture as basis
for learning

Mutual Understanding

Promote family
engagement

Culturally Inclusive Learning Environments

Teachers and students
learning about each other
and celebrating diversity

Cultural Awareness

No student
left behind

Feeling of belonging
and sense of community

Relationship
building

Academic goal
achievement

Culturally Responsive Pedagogy

Nurturing Individual
Student Culture

Establish
Inclusion

Development of
confidence

Relationship
Housekeeping

Learn about
students

Positive
attitudes

Technology

Connectivity

Improved engagement

Individual
learning

Different learning
styles

Skill development

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