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Albus, D., Klein, J. A., Liu, K., Thurlow, M., National Center on Educational Outcomes, M. N., Council of Chief State School Officers, W. C., & National Association of State Directors of Special Education, W. C. (2004). Connecting English Language Proficiency, Statewide Assessments, and Classroom Performance. National Center on Educational Outcomes, University Of Minnesota.

 

Alleydog.com (1998). Bottom-Up processing defined - Psychology glossary. Retrieved from http://www.alleydog.com/glossary/definition.php?term=Bottom-Up%20Processing.

 

Apthorp, H., Wang, X., Ryan, S., Cicchinelli, L. F., & Regional Educational Laboratory Central, (2012). Teaching English Language Learner Students: Professiona Standards in Elementary Education in Central Region States. Summary. Issues & Answers. REL 2012-No. 122. Regional Educational Laboratory Central.

 

Arens, S. A., Stoker, G., Barker, J., Shebby, S., Wang, X., Cicchinelli, L. F., & ... Regional Educational Laboratory Central, (2012). Effects of Curriculum and Teacher Professional Development on the Language Proficiency of Elementary English Language Learner Students in the Central Region. Final Report. NCEE 2012- 4013. National Center For Education Evaluation And Regional Assistance.

 

Bassoff, T. C. (n.d.). Teachers Network: ELL/ESL: So What’s the Difference Between ESL and ELL? Retrieved January 24, 2014, from http://teachersnetwork.org/ntol/howto/eslclass/eslell.htm.

 

Brooks, K., Adams, S. R., & Morita-Mullaney, T. (2010). Creating Inclusive Learning Communities for ELL Students: Transforming School Principals' Perspectives. Theory Into Practice, 49(2), 145-151.

 

Casteel, C. J., Ballantyne, K., & National Clearinghouse for English Language Acquisition & Language Instruction Educational Programs, (2010). Professional Development in Action: Improving Teaching for English Learners. National Clearinghouse For English Language Acquisition & Language Instruction Educational Programs.

 

Chen, X., Ramirez, G., Luo, Y. C., Geva, E., & Ku, Y. (2012). Comparing Vocabulary Development in Spanish- and Chinese-Speaking ELLs: The Effects of Metalinguistic and Sociocultural Factors. Reading And Writing: An Interdisciplinary Journal, 25(8), 1991-2020.

 

Clegg, J. (1996). Mainstreaming ESL : Case-studies in Integrating ESL Students Into the Mainstream Curriculum. Clevedon: Multilingual Matters.

 

Connecticut State Department of Education (2014, February 6). SDE: Bilingual/English as a Second Language (ESL) Education. Retrieved 2, 2014, from http://www.sde.ct.gov/sde/cwp/view.asp?a=2618&q=320848.

 

Connecticut Department of Education (2010). LEP/ELL Identification process guidelines. Retrieved from http://www.sde.ct.gov/sde/LIB/sde/pdf/curriculum/bilingual/LEP_ELL_ID_Guidelines.pdf.

 

Early Head Start National Resource Center, & Office of Head Start Dual Language Institute (2008). Revisting and updating the multicultural principles for head start programs serving children ages birth to five.

 

Office of Head Start. de Oliveira, L. C. (2011). In Their Shoes: Teachers Experience the Needs of English Language Learners through a Math Simulation.Multicultural Education, 19(1), 59-62.

 

Dong, Y. (2004). Preparing Secondary Subject Area Teachers to Teach Linguistically and Culturally Diverse Students. Clearing House, 77(5), 202-204.

 

Duran, R. P., & American Institutes for, R. (2006). State Implementation of NCLB Policies and Interpretation of the NAEP Performance of English Language Learners. American Institutes For Research.

 

Echevarria, J., Richards-Tutor, C., Chinn, V. P., & Ratleff, P. (2011). Did They Get It? The Role of Fidelity in Teaching English Learners. Journal Of Adolescent & Adult Literacy, 54(6), 425-434.

 

Faltis, C., & Hudelson, S. (1998). A theoretical framework for learning and language acquisition in bilingual education settings. In Bilingual education in elementary and secondary school communities: Toward understanding and caring (pp. 83-108). Boston, MA: Allyn and Boston.

 

Fleming, D., Bangou, F., & Fellus, O. (2011). ESL Teacher-Candidates' Beliefs about Language.TESL Canada Journal, 29(1), 39-56.

 

Haynes, J. (2007). Getting Started with English Language Learners : How Educators Can Meet the Challenge. Alexandria, Va: Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development.

 

Kim, H. (2011). Parents' Perceptions, Decisions, and Influences: Korean Immigrant Parents Look at Language Learning and Their Children's Identities. Multicultural Education, 18(2), 16-19.

 

Kim, J., Herman, J. L., & National Center for Research on Evaluation, S. (2012). Understanding Patterns and Precursors of ELL Success Subsequent to Reclassification. CRESST Report 818. National Center For Research On Evaluation, Standards, And Student Testing (CRESST).

 

Lee, S. J. (2012). New Talk about ELL Students. Phi Delta Kappan, 93(8), 66-69.

 

McIntyre, E., Kyle, D., Chen, C., Munoz, M., & Beldon, S. (2010). Teacher Learning and ELL Reading Achievement in Sheltered Instruction Classrooms: Linking Professional Development to Student Development. Literacy Research And Instruction, 49(4), 334-351.

 

Matthews, H., & Center for Law and Social, P. (2011). Meeting the Early Learning Challenge: Supporting English Language Learners.Center For Law And Social Policy, Inc. (CLASP).

 

QRIS National Learning Network (2013). QRIS National Learning Network | QRIS National Learning Network |. Retrieved March 2, 2014, from http://www.qrisnetwork.org/.

 

Navarro, A. M. (2008). Building Schema for English Language Learners. Online Submission.

 

Samson, J. F., Collins, B. A., & Center for American, P. (2012). Preparing All Teachers to Meet the Needs of English Language Learners: Applying Research to Policy and Practice for Teacher Effectiveness. Center For American Progress.

 

Short, D. J., Echevarria, J., & Richards-Tutor, C. (2011). Research on Academic Literacy Development in Sheltered Instruction Classrooms. Language Teaching Research, 15(3), 363-380.

 

Shyyan, V., Thurlow, M., Liu, K., National Center on Educational Outcomes, M. N., Council of Chief State School Officers, W. C., & National Association of State Directors of Special Education, A. A. (2005). Student Perceptions of Instructional Strategies: Voices of English Language Learners with Disabilities. ELLs with Disabilities Report 11. National Center On Educational Outcomes, University Of Minnesota.

 

Staehr Fenner, D. (2013). Implementing the commoncore state standards for English learners: The changing role of the ESL teacher. Retrieved from TESOL International Association website: http://www.tesol.org/docs/default-source/advocacy/ccss_convening_final-5-3-13.pdf?sfvrsn=4.

 

Stein, K. (2013). LAS links English proficiency assessment. Retrieved from Indiana Department of Education website:http://www.doe.in.gov/assessment/las-links-english-proficiency-assessment.

 

Stepanek, J., Raphael, J., & Education, N. (2010). Creating Schools That Support Success for English Language Learners. Lessons Learned. Volume 1, Issue 2. Education Northwest.

 

TESOL International Association (2014). Standards. Retrieved March 2, 2014, from http://www.tesol.org/advance-the-field/standards, TESOL International Association (n.d.). PreK-12 English Language Proficiency Standards. Retrieved April 9, 2014, from http://www.tesol.org/advance-the-field/standards/prek-12-english-language-proficiency-standards.

 

U.S. Department of Education (n.d.). Race to the Top -- Early Learning Challenge. Retrieved 2, 2014, from http://www2.ed.gov/programs/racetothetop-earlylearningchallenge/index.html.

 

U.S. Department of Education (n.d.). No Child Left Behind - ED.gov. Retrieved March 2, 2014, from http://www2.ed.gov/nclb/landing.jhtml. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (n.d.). Home | Office of Head Start | Administration for Children and Families. Retrieved March 2, 2014, from http://www.acf.hhs.gov/programs/ohs.

 

Varela, E. (2010). Mainstreaming ELLs into Grade-Level Classes.Education Digest: Essential Readings Condensed For Quick Review,76(2), 39-43.

 

Wright, W. E., & Colorín Colorado (2012). No child left behind and ELLs: ELL topics from A-Z. Retrieved March 19, 2014, fromhttp://www.colorincolorado.org/article/49705/.

 

Strategies

 

Academic Vocabulary/Langauge

 

The Balanced Literacy Diet (2011, November 28). Miss Nelson Is Missing!: Read-Aloud Activities to Build Vocabulary and Comprehension [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/BNijO1yUPg8.

 

BallardandTighe (2014, January 7). Teaching Vocabulary with Graphic Organizers [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/EyITfWPhweU.

 

Champ, D. (2013, June 25). Vocabulary Graphic Organizer [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/AHaZVvbRsBg.

 

Colorin Colorado (2007). Selecting Vocabulary Words to Teach English Language Learners | Colorín Colorado. Retrieved from http://www.colorincolorado.org/educators/content/vocabulary/.

 

Common Core State Standards Initiative (2014). English Language Arts Standards » Anchor standards » College and career readiness anchor standards for language. Retrieved March 20, 2014, from http://www.corestandards.org/ELA-Literacy/CCRA/L/.

 

Crosby, P. (2013, September 3). Vocabulary Journals [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/K91QR6kBNwI

 

Delgadoprinceave (2012, September 19). Vocab Center:Synonyms and Antonyms Bingo [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/nxAG_TVYD08

 

Flyleafpublishing (2012, January 7). Tier two vocabulary instruction [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/XHE78WSBpP8 Lay, R. (2004, January 21). Vocab Journal Planning Model [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/1Y1i7XhEmVk

 

Learn English ESL (2013, November 25). TOEFL Reading Skills 3, Signal Words and Inference Questions [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/-X3R-PD4OBY

 

Lipofootoo (2011, December 26). Vocabulary Games & Activities - ESL - "Sprite" [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/Tn0eBOzyOAo

 

Macmillan Education (2007, December 10). Scott thornbury on repetition in English language teaching [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/pzGhw8NOcrI

 

NefecVideo (2012, July 31). Linda campbell - text talk follow up using tier 3 vocabulary - LEaRN DVD3 ES6 [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/XmDeKzF5Dqc

 

Rhode Island Department of Education (2012, June). Academic vocabulary: Focusing on general academic vocabulary to enhance understanding of complex texts. Retrieved from http://www.ride.ri.gov/Portals/0/Uploads/Documents/Common-Core/Academic-Vocabulary-PowerPoint.pdf.

 

Sibold, C. (2011). Building English Language Learners' Academic Vocabulary Strategies & Tips.Multicultural Education, 18(2), 24-28.

 

Teacher English (2010, February 18). Teaching Tip #4: The Importance of Repetition and the Language Habit [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/ajthe4jBTa0

 

Teaching Strategies for Early Childhood (2012, June 22). Strategies for Reading Aloud to Young Children [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/tZ2rL0eByfc.

 

Vantage Learning (2013, August 1). Signal Words [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/f7fQw15LVbQ Building Schema Ajideh, P. (2003). Schema theory based pre-reading tasks: A neglected essential in the ESL reading class.

 

The Reading Matrix, 3(1), 1-14. Retrieved from http://www.readingmatrix.com/articles/ajideh/article.pdf. Anovellife (2011, December 27). Reading Comprehension Strategies: Questioning. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/d5Xw9yoYCRY 

 

Building Schema

 

Ajideh, P. (2003). Schema theory based pre-reading tasks: A neglected essential in the ESL reading class. The Reading Matrix, 3(1), 1-14. Retrieved from http://www.readingmatrix.com/articles/ajideh/article.pdf.

 

Anovellife (2011, December 27). Reading Comprehension Strategies: Questioning. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/d5Xw9yoYCRY

 

The Balanced Literacy Diet (2011, November 26). Who Lives Here?: Building Background Knowledge [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/_zRMNYJvfyg.

 

Blazejak, M. (2014, March 30). bubbl.us | brainstorm and mind map online. Retrieved from https://bubbl.us/?h=1f562f/3f63d6/20BYlt6GfeRt6&r=1639329984.

 

Colorincolorado (2013, June 3). Using realia to build background knowledge. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/C4hg6ThgSR0 ESL Literacy (2012, March 15). Language Experience Approach [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/zAMdcyL1RRU

 

Global English TESOL courses (2009, August 6). TESOL/TEFL training: Pre teaching New Language [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/fEazHipRHiQ.

 

Goodmacher, G., & Kajiura, A. (2010). Collaborative and communicative reading. Polyglossia, 18(February), 25-30.

 

Krashen, S. (2004). The case for narrow reading. Langauge Magazine, 3(5), 17-19.

 

Lee, E. (2011, October 12). Langauge Experience Approach LEA [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/lj_PyOYl14o

 

Love2teachNbake (2012, January 4). Use of Realia in the Classroom. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/uQk3aCJayuY

 

Mahillah, S. (2011, November 1). The Effects of Pre-Questioning on the Reading Comprehension Achievement In Teaching English. Retrieved March 27, 2014, from http://smahillah.hubpages.com/hub/mamaalvin.

 

Meyerson, M. J., & Kulesza, D. L. (2010, July 20). Language Experience Approach | Education.com. Retrieved March 27, 2014, from http://www.education.com/reference/article/language-experience-approach/.

 

Mihara, K. (2011). Effects of Pre-Reading Strategies on EFL/ESL ReadingComprehension. TESL Canada Journal, 28(2), 51-73.

 

Mucci, K. (2012, July 31). Kris Mucci - Questioning During Read Aloud - LEaRN DVD4 ES5 [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/DImylBBsAgQ.

 

Mrjudysclass (2013, December 1). 162 Skill 64 Two Stories by Same Author RL9 [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/f8l_ABrwyyI Navarro, A. M. (2008). Building Schema for English Language Learners. Online Submission.

 

Reinart, P. (2010, September 18). Pre teaching vocab COMPLETE 1. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/aJHZ8tlbZ_Y

 

Rsvpdocs (2013, February 15). Pre-Reading Activities [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/bXT0L604jpc

 

Scott, N. (2001). Helping ESL students become better readers: Schema theory applications and limitations. The Internet TESL Journal, 7(11). Retrieved from http://iteslj.org/Articles/Stott-Schema.html.

 

Sedita, J. (2005). Effective Vocabulary Instruction. Insights on Learning Disabilites, 2(1), 33-45.

 

Swann, J. (2013, March 15). KWL Pre-reading Strategy [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/h39ZJZsZh1s

 

Swann, J. (2013, April 9). Schema Tree Pre-reading Strategy [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/QyTs3RvprpI

 

Tavassoli, A., Jahandar, S., & Khodabandehlou, M. (2013). The effect of pictorial contexts on reading comprehension of Iranian high school students: a comparison between pre-vs. During reading activities. Indian Journal of Fundamental and Applied Life Sciences, 3(3), 553-565. Retrieved from ISSN: 2231-6345

 

Reading Comprehension Strategies

 

Aronson, E., & Social Psychology Network (2014). The Jigsaw Classroom: Overview of the Technique. Retrieved from http://www.jigsaw.org/overview.htm.

 

Bogush, P. (2011, November 20). Middle School Fish Bowl Discussion [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/RwxnBv-dNBI

 

Bohonos, T. (2012, September 14). Literature Circles in Action [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/yVK9ZV-AinA

 

Cafedurhamcollege (2010, December 3). Think-Pair-Share [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/YGCyk_QaC0I

 

Cafedurhamcollege (2010, December 3). Numbered Heads Together [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/BLHDHlVhcug

 

Colestock, J. (2013, August 3). An Introduction to Reciprocal Teaching [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/IILNsq964lI

 

ESL Jigsaws (2013, September 21). What is a Jigsaw (for ESL) [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/kr9XRzxigVQ

 

Ewingtj (2009, September 25). Numbered Heads Together 0001 [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/v8uYS48BIUw

 

Gagne, N., & Parks, S. (2013). Cooperative Learning Tasks in a Grade 6 Intensive ESL Class: Role of Scaffolding. Language Teaching Research, 17(2), 188-209.
 

Mills, T. (2013, November 15). Miss Mills Round Robin Strategy [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/MXnSiJTqje8

 

NefecVideo (2012, July 31). Lynda Hayes - Introducing Reciprocal Teaching in the Primary Grade Levels - LEaRN DVD3 ES16 [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/ZASDDqKpCws

 

Olifunky1 (2010, November 11). jigsaw teaching strategy [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/aMP6b9E9ISc

 

Sari, O. (2013, March 12). RoundRobin Brainstorm [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/BMPUC0Ls4ak

 

Saskatoon Public Schools (2009). Instructional Strategies Online-Literature Circles. Retrieved from http://olc.spsd.sk.ca/De/PD/instr/strats/literaturecircles/index.html.

 

Soto-Hinman, I. (2011). Increasing Academic Oral Language Development: Using English Language Learner Shadowing in Classrooms. Multicultural Education, 18(2), 21-23.

 

Sterling, S., Tohe, L., & Annenberg Foundation (2014). Teaching Multicultural Literature-Workshop 3-Teaching Strategies-Fishbowl. Retrieved March 26, 2014, from http://www.learner.org/workshops/tml/workshop3/teaching2.html.

 

TeacherVision. (2014). Numbered heads together cooperative learning strategy. Retrieved from https://www.teachervision.com/group-work/cooperative-learning/48538.html

 

TeachLikeThis (2013, November 14). How to do a Fishbowl - TeachLikeThis [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/xkWl9b0FZSE

 

Timelinemp (2011, January 9). ELLA Structured Academic Talk-Think,Pair, Share [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/ci5H1AKCbfQ

 

Other Strategies

 

Barrera, M., Shyyan, V., Liu, K. K., Thurlow, M. L., National Center on Educational, O., Council of Chief State School, O., & National Association of State Directors of Special Education, (2008). Reading, Mathematics, and Science Instructional Strategies for English Language Learners with Disabilities: Insights from Educators Nationwide. ELLs with Disabilities Report 19. National Center On Educational Outcomes, University Of Minnesota.

 

BestPracticesWeekly (2011, August 5). Acting Out Word Problems [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/5NfY4WOW6SU

 

Blair, A. (2013, June 14). Ask 3 Before Me! [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/3RJ1yGAdcXM

 

Brandis, B. (n.d.). Teaching strategies for mathematics - Chunking - Teaching strategies for relief teaching. Retrieved March 27, 2014, from http://www.reliefteaching.com/teaching-strategies-for-maths/.

 

Breiseth, L. (n.d.). Reading comprehension strategies for english language learners - ASCD Express 5.11. Retrieved March 27, 2014, from http://www.ascd.org/ascd-express/vol5/511-breiseth.aspx.

 

Chavez, R. (2012, November 8). Frayer Model Introduction to [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/2ltlpxXdd8Q

 

Club Academia (2012, July 27). Solubility Rules (Mnemonic Tricks) [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/AsCLuLS-yZY

 

Cruz-Wiley, C., & Houston ISD Multilingual Department (2010). Vocabulary Strategies. Retrieved from Multilingual Programs website: http://www.houstonisd.org/cms/lib2/TX01001591/Centricity/Domain/26922/VocabularyStrategiesDocument.pdf.

 

Curriculum Associates, Inc (2006). Step-by-step math: Strategies for solving word problems. www.casamples.com/downloads/10134s.pdf.

 

Dicks, M. (2013, September 24). Moodle Student Created Glossary [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/55MfxZxP7do

 

Dougherty, M. (2011, December 2). Using Sentence Frames [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/sdPUVqh0u9Y

 

Early Learning at Home (2011, January 24). Preschool - Science, Life Skills activity: Kitchen utensils and objects memory game [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/7cVI8VKCJC4

 

Egdamin, N. (2011, March 20). How-to Make and Use Flashcards - School Tips [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/HCY1tZuVLrA

 

Ferguson, B. (2013, August 21). Definition of Function Frayer Model [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/rGrecPqS7gQ

 

Florida Department of Education (2010). Classroom cognitive and meta-cognitive strategies for teachers. Retrieved from Research-Based Strategies for Problem- Solving in Mathematics K-12 website: http://floridarti.usf.edu/resources/format/pdf/Classroom%20Cognitive%20and%20Metacognitive%20Strategies%20for%20Teachers_Revised_SR_09.08.10.pdf.

 

Frey, N. (2007). “Hands on” doesn’t mean “minds off”: Using foldables to promote content learning. Retrieved from San Diego State University website: http://www.boostconference.org/workshop_pdf/Hands%20On%20Doesn't%20Mean%20Minds%20Off-Foldables.pdf.

 

Gallagher-Geurtsen, T. (2012, February 16). Teaching Tip Find Your Match [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/2lHEcyWn8q0

 

GeorgetownISD (2012, April 26). Foldables - Carol Grady, Tippit Middle School [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/hefYUxaoNa8

 

Iris Reading (2012, December 11). How To Improve Your Memory with Mnemonic Devices [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/kQzFNBSpK6w

 

Jlmlorimer (2013, November 14). Brie Social Studies Cards [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/wWKgAmJ1lAQ

 

KeyCurriculumPress (2011, January 3). Math Simulation - Act It Out [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/k4L-8mwCiuY

 

Kirby-Wehr, A. (2009, August 14). Teaching Matters Teacher Modeling [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/6CpN7DDZmvg

 

Mathonmonday (2011, November 9). Addition by Chunking [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/2PBvCV0J9Dg

 

Mkalowe (2011, November 7). Science foldable [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/uQgF4yrMk80

 

Morrisscience (2011, August 24). Setting Up Your Science Journal [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/rlcn0dayo5A

 

Pagaduan, Jr., R. (2013, November 14). act it out strategy [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/uECzc2_RmuE

 

Rgustafson5060 (2011, February 7). Chunking Video #1- Estimating Product [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/IH306P3sEhg

 

Ryan, L. (2013, March 13). A Book Tasting at Jefferson Elementary School [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/ywcJmAVsGPI

 

Stafford, T., & Sanabria, I. (n.d.). Grouping and managing students for cooperative learning activities. Retrieved from Seminole County Public Schools website: http://education.ucf.edu/happyhour/docs/102411_handout.pdf.

 

Sienkowski, M. (2013, October 19). America's Next Top Model Science Teacher: The Scientific Method [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/dqSf0rlFMZ4

 

Tamaramaxwell07 (2009, December 10). One-Sentence Summary Frames [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/pBn85ZyO7Ok

 

TeachingChannel (2011, June 14). Ask 3 Then Me [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/2vvDRlH9aRQ

 

UBLAI (2012, March 11). "Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs" Virtual Picture Walk! [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/5_aEVUXcXTk

 

WETA (n.d.). Mnemonics-Classroom strategies. Retrieved March 27, 2014, from http://www.adlit.org/strategies/22732/.

 

White, M. (2013, January 15). Nonfiction Text Features! [Video file]. Retrieved from http://youtu.be/1wyI_n20-SU

 

Resources

 

Adams, G. N., Brown, S. M., & Sopris West Inc (2007). The six-minute solution: A reading fluency program (intermediate level) grades 3-6. Longmont, Colo: Sopris West Educational Services.

 

American Federation of, T. (2007). Colorin Colorado! ELL Starter Kit for Educators: Tools for Monitoring Language Skills.

 

American Federation Of Teachers. American Federation of Teachers (2011). Colorín Colorado: A bilingual site for families and educators of English language learners. Retrieved March 2, 2014, from http://www.colorincolorado.org/.

 

Beers, G. K., & Probst, R. E. (2013). Notice & note: Strategies for close reading. Portsmouth, NH: Heinemann.

 

Bouchard, M. (2007). Comprehension strategies for English language learners: 30 research-based reading strategies that help students read, understand, and really learn content. New York , NY: Scholastic.

 

Brookhart, S. M. (2010). How to assess higher-order thinking skills in your classroom. Alexandria, Va: ASCD.

 

CareGuide Inc. (2013). Learn English for Kids - Free -KinderSay. Retrieved March 2, 2014, from http://kindersay.com/.

 

ChildTopia SL (2009). Educational Games: Childtopia. Retrieved March 2, 2014, from http://www.childtopia.com/index.php.

 

Culham, R. (2005). 6 + 1 traits of writing. Portland, OR: Scholastic.

 

Dean, C. B., & Marzano, R. J. (2012). Classroom instruction that works: Research-based strategies for increasing student achievement. Alexandria, Va: ASCD.

 

Echevarría, J., Vogt, M. E., & Short, D. (2008). Making content comprehensible for English learners: The SIOP model (3rd ed.). Boston, MA: Pearson/Allyn and Bacon.

 

ESLFlashcards (2014). Download Free ESL Flashcards and Printables. Retrieved March 2, 2014, from http://www.eslflashcards.com/.

 

ESL Gold (2005). The best place online to learn English for free. Retrieved from http://www.eslbasics.com/.

 

Forte, I., & Pangle, M. A. (2001). ESL: Active learning lessons: 15 complete content-based units to reinforce language skills and concepts. Nashville, Tenn: Incentive Publications.

 

Gibbons, P. (2002). Scaffolding language, scaffolding learning: Teaching second language learners in the mainstream classroom. Portsmouth, NH: Heinemann.

 

Giordano, A. (n.d.). The best place online to learn English for free. Retrieved April 26, 2014, from http://www.eslbasics.com/.

 

IdiomSite.com - Find out the meanings of common sayings. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.idiomsite.com/. 

 

The Internet TESL Journal (2013). Activities for ESL/EFL Students (English Study). Retrieved April 26, 2014, from http://a4esl.org/. 

 

Haynes, J. (2014). everythingESL: The K-12 ESL Resource from Judie Haynes. Retrieved March 2, 2014, from http://www.everythingesl.net/.

 

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