by ESOL in Higher Ed | Dec 3, 2015 | Teacher Training
A former English-language student, who is now an ESL teacher provides six tips for communication with parents whose second language is English. While students may attain English proficiency, there is often still cultural and language barriers when speaking with their...
by ESOL in Higher Ed | Nov 9, 2015 | Teacher Training, Updates from the Profession
Linda Chantal Sullivan, a teacher of 15 years, has shared with us the difficulties of being an English language learner teacher. She was inspired to write an article on this topic after reading a statement Bill Gates made last month. He explained how he found trying...
by ESOL in Higher Ed | Nov 6, 2015 | Updates from the Profession
Native American students are often an overlooked segment in our schools. They are less likely to graduate from high school than any other racial or ethnic group and most schools are not equipped to help them. A recent article from Education Week (link below) address...
by ESOL in Higher Ed | Oct 22, 2015 | Updates from the Profession
SB468 is a bill sponsored by Sen. Jeremy Ring, D-Margate, that proposes to allow high school students on a college track to replace the foreign language requirement with computer coding classes. It would also require students who would like to become eligible for the...
by ESOL in Higher Ed | Oct 17, 2015 | Updates from the Profession
Schools across the nation are implementing dual-language programs, providing benefits for English-language learners and native English-speaking students. Dual-language education increases bilingualism among English speakers and schools are finding these programs...
