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Ep 18 Everything You Always Wanted to Know About English Language Learners…But Were Afraid to Ask

Everything You Always Wanted to Know About English Language Learners…But Were Afraid to Ask
A Conversation with Beth Skelton

Imagine what it would be like to take a physics class or math class in something other than your primary language.  Imagine going to lunch and not be able to understand all the conversations that surround you.  What’s it like to be in their shoes? How can we best support our English Language Learners academically and socially?  Author/Expert Beth Skelton provides illuminating answers, including the stages of language acquisition, the role of the ELL teacher, and guidance on flexible grouping situations for our learners.  Beth has graciously posted the stages of language acquisition & other resources here: 

• Beth on MyEdExpert
• Beth’s website
Beth on Twitter

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