Wright Chapter 10 and 11 Flashcards

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What is differentiated instruction?

Instruction that is tailored to the unique language and academic needs of each student.

What is thematic teaching?

Teaching a series of content area lessons across different content areas, focusing on a unifying topic or theme.

List four strategies for modifying text in textbooks.

Outlining, using graphic organizers, rewriting in simplified English, and reading aloud to students, pausing to explain and paraphrase.

What are the benefits of thematic teaching?

Allows students to make connections across content areas, to build on their background knowledge, and to expand the content they read. Signup and view all the answers

What can teachers do if reading levels of texts are inaccessible for ELLs?

Read the text out loud, use the text in a shared or guided reading lesson, and use textbooks with added content to help the ELLs learn at the same rate as their peers. Signup and view all the answers

What is action research?

A teacher self-evaluation and critical reflection tool for systematically collecting and analyzing data from their own classrooms and using the results to improve teaching and learning. Signup and view all the answers

What does advocacy mean in the context of education?

Going beyond daily teaching responsibilities to support causes and work for challenges to ensure the equitable treatment of ELLs. Signup and view all the answers

What are cognates?

Words that are similar in two languages because they come from the same root. Signup and view all the answers

What is concurrent translation?

Providing line-by-line translation of teacher instruction or texts into the students' home language. Signup and view all the answers

What is preview-review?

A form of primary language support in which a lesson or read-aloud is previewed and then reviewed in the native language of the ELLs. Signup and view all the answers

What is primary language support?

Using a student's home language during English as a second language instruction to make the English instruction more comprehensible. Signup and view all the answers

What are dual language books?

Books printed in two languages where one language appears above the other on the page. Signup and view all the answers

Which two of Stephen Krashen's hypotheses are consistent with PLS?

Input Hypothesis and Affective Filter Hypothesis. Signup and view all the answers

What is PLS a form of within Vygotsky's theories?

PLS is a form of scaffolding within a student's zone of proximal development. Signup and view all the answers

What is ironic about PLA and the English for the Children laws?

The law states that teachers 'may use minimal amounts of students' native languages when necessary' without clearly defining 'minimal amount' or 'when necessary.' Signup and view all the answers

In Weber's study, what were the six things that PLS allowed her and/or her students to do?

Affirm understanding, extract details in Spanish, engage students, discuss challenges, help writing in English by first discussing in Spanish, and assist with journal writing in English after writing in Spanish. Signup and view all the answers

What is the worst use of students' native language in the classroom?

Concurrent translation. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Differentiated Instruction

Tailors instruction to meet unique academic and linguistic needs of each student.

Thematic Teaching

Integrates lessons across various content areas by focusing on a unifying theme, enhancing student engagement and connections.

Strategies for Modifying Text

Outlining, graphic organizers, rewriting in simplified English, and reading aloud while pausing for explanation and paraphrasing.

Benefits of Thematic Teaching

Encourages connections between different content areas, builds on prior knowledge, and expands reading comprehension.

Supporting ELLs with Inaccessible Texts

Utilize read-aloud sessions, shared/guided reading, and textbooks with additional support to keep ELLs learning alongside peers.

Action Research

A method for teachers to evaluate their effectiveness by systematically collecting and analyzing classroom data for instructional improvement.

Advocacy for ELLs

Involves supporting equitable treatment and addressing unique linguistic, academic, and cultural needs of ELLs beyond standard teaching duties.

Cognates

Similar words in different languages derived from the same root, facilitating vocabulary acquisition.

Concurrent Translation

Line-by-line translation of instruction into students' home language; it is considered ineffective as it can hinder second language acquisition by reducing engagement with the new language.

Preview-Review Method

Involves previewing lessons in the students' native language before conducting the main instruction in English, followed by a review in the home language.

Primary Language Support (PLS)

Incorporates a student's home language to enhance understanding during English language instruction.

Dual Language Books

Books featuring parallel text in two languages, aiding bilingual reading and comprehension.

Aligns with Input Hypothesis (emphasizing comprehensible input) and Affective Filter Hypothesis (lowering emotional barriers to learning), facilitating better English comprehension and acquisition for ELLs.

Vygotsky's Theories and PLS

PLS acts as scaffolding within a student’s zone of proximal development, enhancing learning through guided support.

Ironic Aspects of PLA and English for the Children Laws

The law allows teachers to use "minimal amounts" of native language as needed without providing specific definitions, empowering professional discretion in facilitating ELL instruction.

Weber's Study on PLS Outcomes

Enabled students to affirm understanding, explain concepts in Spanish, engage during English lessons, discuss issues, and assist in writing journals in English after drafting in Spanish.

Ineffective Uses of Native Language in the Classroom

Considered poor practices include concurrent translation, where English is directly translated, disrupting the focus on the target language.

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