Supporting English Language Literacy Acquisition in the Content Area with Sara Ackerman
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Registration Closed.
Last Date to Register: 7/1/2013 12:01 AM
Last Date to Cancel: 6/28/2013 12:01 AM
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As the population of English Language Learners (ELLS) continues to grow in public schools, so does the need for teachers who are able to adapt and modify content area curriculum to meet the needs of these diverse learners. Often, teaching staff feel unprepared to meet the dual challenge of providing content area instruction and reading instruction in their classrooms. Simultaneously, the implementation of the Common Core State Standards has necessitated an increase in content area literacy instruction, which only adds to the challenges content area teachers already face. Designed with content area teachers in mind, this seminar will help teachers gain a better understanding of the process of literacy acquisition for ELLs so they can support these learners in the classroom.
Objectives:
Through the exploration of English language literacy acquisition theory, participants will:
- Distinguish what are differences versus disabilities in literacy acquisition
- Discuss classroom implications for instruction of literate versus non-literate students
- Learn how to use a variety of disciplinary literacy tools to increase understanding and engagement of classroom texts
- Modify classroom readings based on the WIDA Can Do Descriptors
Furthermore, participants will understand the importance of oral language fluency for effective literacy acquisition by:
- Examining technological tools to assist in literacy and language acquisition
- Learning how to incorporate classroom activities that support the development of oral language fluency
- Exploring the theory behind using improvisational drama in the classroom
- Participating in a hands-on workshop in which the participants will actively learn and use improvisational tools for use in the classrooms.