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Immigrants often lack resources and tools, such as a computer or translator to help them overcome their language barrier while learning online.
Seung-Hee Cindy Pak has taught Korean to Kiwi kids for nearly 20 years, but teaching her own child was her biggest challenge yet.
New Mexico public schools’ push to improve literacy rates reinforces longstanding English-centric language development, frustrating some educators.
Technology is an integral part of every sector. The education sector has been increasingly using digital tools to support hybrid and home learning programs. The global education technology market size was valued at 74.6 billion in 2019 and is projected to grow to $404 billion by 2025. Integrating technology in education helps build literacy and […]
Support services and attention often drop off for students who still need support learning english in college.
The National Committee for Effective Literacy (NCEL) has been formed with the aim of improving research, policies, and practices to ensure that English learner/emergent bilingual students leave school as proficient readers and writers
► University of DelawareProgram Title: 4+1 MA in childhood education in languages, literatures and cultures (with elementary teacher education or early childhood education BS)Format: CampusLength: Five yearsCredit Hours: 150–153Specializations: Unique interdisciplinary 4+1 program, emphasis on pedagogy, language and culture ► Georgia State UniversityProgram Title: MEd in elementary education, dual-immersion concentrationFormat: OnlineLength: Depends on number of credits taken per semesterCredit hours: 36Specializations: Dual-immersion concentration ► DePaul UniversityProgram Title: Bilingual-bicultural education master’s degreeFormat: Online/campus/hybridLength: Twelve coursesCredit hours: 48 quarter hours (not semesters)Specializations: First master’s in Midwest in bilingual-bicultural education; ESL and/or bilingual endorsements included; pre-K–12 and adult focus Program Title: Early childhood education BS with required
This webinar, hosted by the National Committee for Effective Literacy, will focus on effective literacy instruction for English learners and emergent bilingual students by documenting and discussing what is missing from current national trends. Research results will also be presented from studies demonstrating effective literacy models that are comprehensive, culturally responsive and inclusive of foundational skills, but not limited by them.
Oracy Toolkit - SDCOE serves our county’s most vulnerable students and supports school leaders, teachers, and students across the county.
“As a former ELL student and a first generation graduate, I understand the vital role that opportunities, support and access play within the public school system,” said Transform Education NM Executive Director Cindy Nava.
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Philadelphia parents who don't speak English say they've long been excluded from parts of their children's education because of language barriers, an issue that's only been exacerbated
New research shows that autistic children learn two languages easily, and it can even enrich their lives.
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Through the lens of chronemics, we can examine why time appears to have a different essence at, well, different times.
Building early literacy skills is imperative for all students, especially the five million English learners (ELs) being educated in today’s public schools. The mastery of these skills—including oral language, phonological awareness, phonemic awareness, and use of phonics—helps ELs develop the strong reading foundation needed for grade-level learning and success across all subject areas. Whether these early literacy skills are taught in students’ first languages or the target language of English, they are critical to ensuring students’ long-term success. By the Numbers: The Need to Support ELsData shows Hispanic students experienced greater unfinished learning in reading, as well as math, over
Frustrated by the publishing industry’s exclusion of families like ours, I founded Para KIDS!, writes Daniela Palacios.
Social–emotional learning (SEL) has gained traction in education over the last 20 years. Over the previous two years, it has held a prominent place in the headlines as a top concern of teachers, due primarily to the COVID-19 pandemic. As such, educators are now focusing on identifying high-quality, evidence-based programs for their schools.The Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL), which is a go-to for all things SEL, defines SEL as “the process through which all young people and adults acquire and apply the knowledge, skills, and attitudes to develop healthy identities, manage emotions and achieve personal and collective
“I’ve completely fallen in love with ASL and the deaf culture and I just couldn’t wait until next semester,” she said. “It’s just a beautiful language.” As a mentor last fall, she worked closely with instructor Jacob Veeder.
Books in a classroom are often not enough as Latino community members have much to share with Spanish language students, said Carla Suhr, a Spanish linguistics professor and director of the Community Engagement Program.
People from across the Caribbean, and from around the world, call the Virgin Islands home, and that is reflected in the multitude of languages spoken in the territory
Leading designers at Cambridge University and Microsoft have launched an immersive learning experience in the Minecraft world to support young children in their English education
The renowned Latina engineer and researcher aims to promote scientific curiosity and the fundamentals of STEAM among young readers.
Ever talked to a precocious elementary schooler? Then you know all about collective nouns. What do you call more than one dog? A pack! A group of cattle? A herd! And, of course, sheep hang in flocks, fish swim in schools, and — best of all — those noisy birds on the roof are a […]
“My dad did not speak French, but my grandparents did. I always knew they could speak another language, but it was hidden,” said Jonna Bouré, French and Spanish
Faculty member receives close to $3 million grant from U.S. Department of Education to train teachers.
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