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Dual language instruction for English Language Learners (ELL) involves strategies that promote the use of both the students' first language and English. Encouraging students to write and brainstorm in their native language helps in the development of English skills while reinforcing their primary language.

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Dual Language Instruction - ELL

Example Assignments

Brochures in Both English and First Languages
Presentations on Google Slides With split screen/English and First Languages included

Posters with visuals that describe in First language and English

Journals that include a combination of First Language and/or English

Supporting Parents

Reassure parents that reading and writing in first language is recommended and leads to strengthening English development
Send completed assignments home that involves the application of both languages

Invite interpreters to parents-teacher interviews to help communicate rationale behind dual language instruction

Strategies to Use

Encourage students to write in their own language
Encourage students to work in mixed groupings and working with students who share the same language

Encourage dual language assignments

Encourage students to brainstorm their ideas in their first language

Benefits

Builds Self Esteem for Students
Strengthens English acquisition

Strengthens cultural identity

Demonstrates to all students the value of having second/third languages

Serves as a role model to younger students

promotes problem solving and mental flexivility

Celebrates diversity

Promotes Inclusion