scholarly journals THE INFLUENCE OF CLASSROOM EXPERIENCE ON TEACHER BELIEF SYSTEMS: NEW FRENCH SECOND LANGUAGE TEACHERS’ BELIEFS ABOUT PROGRAM OPTIONS FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERS AND STUDENTS WITH LEARNING DIFFICULTIES

2019 ◽  
Vol 53 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Katy Arnett ◽  
Callie Mady
Keyword(s):  
English Language Learners ◽  
Language Learners ◽  
English Language ◽  
Belief Systems ◽  
Learning Difficulties ◽  
Teacher Belief ◽  
Longitudinal Case Study ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Teachers Beliefs

This longitudinal case study examines four new FSL teachers’ beliefs regarding the best and worst FSL program for English language learners and students with learning difficulties; the data are drawn from qualitative semi-structured interviews that occurred at the end of the participants’ Bachelor of Education program and near the end of each school year of their first three years of teaching. The case study considers how the teachers did or did not change their views as they gained experience in the classroom.

A Qualitative Case Study on Changes in a Five-Year One-To-One Laptop Initiative

2015 ◽  
pp. 144-171
Author(s):  
Güliz Turgut Dost
Keyword(s):  
English Language Learners ◽  
Language Learners ◽  
English Language ◽  
Qualitative Case Study ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Laptop Initiative ◽  
Urban Middle School ◽  
Teachers Attitudes ◽  
Diverse Student Population

The goal of this qualitative case study is to understand the changes that happened to a laptop initiative implemented at an urban middle school with diverse student population. Different from existing studies, this study investigated the changes in the initiative beyond its establishment phase and focused specifically on English Language Learners (ELLs). Data is collected through semi-structured interviews and classroom observations. Three main changes were identified: teachers' attitudes towards and students' proficiencies in use of laptops, the nature and amount of laptops' use, and the consideration given to English Language Learners. Implications of the findings could inform national educational policies and school leaderships.

scholarly journals Exemption and Exclusion from French Second Language Programs in Canada: Consideration of Novice Teachers’ Rationales

2018 ◽  
Vol 28 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Katy Arnett ◽  
Callie Mady
Keyword(s):  
English Language Learners ◽  
Second Language ◽  
Novice Teachers ◽  
Language Learners ◽  
English Language ◽  
Learning Difficulties ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Language Programs ◽  
K 12 ◽  
Second Language Programs

This case study is focused on a small group of novice teachers of French as a second language (FSL) in the Canadian K–12 context. More specifically, it presents the perceptions and ideas that inform new teachers’ views toward the suitability of French as a second language and toward exemption and/or exclusion for two populations: students who are English language learners (ELLs) and students with learning difficulties and other special needs. The data from the current study are drawn from semi-structured interviews implemented over the first four years of a larger five-year study. The findings reveal that there was general openness to the idea of including students who are ELLs and who have learning difficulties in FSL programs. However, in some instances the participants viewed exemption as a reasonable path for the student population when, in isolated ways, the program was considered as unsuitable for their needs.

Assessment 360°: A Panoramic Framework for Assessing English Language Learners

2010 ◽  
Vol 17 (2) ◽  
pp. 37-56 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nancy Lewis ◽  
Nancy Castilleja ◽  
Barbara J. Moore ◽  
Barbara Rodriguez
Keyword(s):  
English Language Learners ◽  
Language Learners ◽  
English Language ◽  
Linguistically Diverse ◽  
Assessment Process ◽  
Assessment Practices ◽  
Her Family ◽  
Diverse Student ◽  
Many Sources

This issue describes the Assessment 360° process, which takes a panoramic approach to the language assessment process with school-age English Language Learners (ELLs). The Assessment 360° process guides clinicians to obtain information from many sources when gathering information about the child and his or her family. To illustrate the process, a bilingual fourth grade student whose native language (L1) is Spanish and who has been referred for a comprehensive language evaluation is presented. This case study features the assessment issues typically encountered by speech-language pathologists and introduces assessment through a panoramic lens. Recommendations specific to the case study are presented along with clinical implications for assessment practices with culturally and linguistically diverse student populations.

Differentiation 2.0

2016 ◽  
pp. 798-816
Author(s):  
Jennifer G. Beasley ◽  
Marcia B. Imbeau
Keyword(s):  
Professional Development ◽  
English Language Learners ◽  
Language Learners ◽  
English Language ◽  
Lesson Planning ◽  
Classroom Teachers ◽  
Differentiating Instruction ◽  
Essential Components ◽  
Access To Technology

This case study highlights the essential components of differentiating instruction to meet the needs of all students, including those most advanced, and English Language Learners by using a variety of technologies. Many teachers in the study had access to technology, but few received limited professional development. Roadblocks that many teachers encountered are identified with possible solutions for addressing those concerns. The recommendations provided for addressing concerns that classroom teachers face are (1) how to differentiate instruction for all learners, (2) how to learn and sustain growth in using the tools of technology in lesson planning and implementation, and (3) how to manage all of the various components so that chaos does not ensue and every students' learning is maximized. A review of all of these issues can be beneficial to other teachers in heterogeneous classrooms who want to use technology as tool for differentiating instruction.

Differentiation 2.0

2015 ◽  
pp. 287-310
Author(s):  
Jennifer G. Beasley ◽  
Marcia B. Imbeau
Keyword(s):  
Professional Development ◽  
English Language Learners ◽  
Language Learners ◽  
English Language ◽  
Lesson Planning ◽  
Classroom Teachers ◽  
Differentiating Instruction ◽  
Essential Components ◽  
Access To Technology

This case study highlights the essential components of differentiating instruction to meet the needs of all students, including those most advanced, and English Language Learners by using a variety of technologies. Many teachers in the study had access to technology, but few received limited professional development. Roadblocks that many teachers encountered are identified with possible solutions for addressing those concerns. The recommendations provided for addressing concerns that classroom teachers face are (1) how to differentiate instruction for all learners, (2) how to learn and sustain growth in using the tools of technology in lesson planning and implementation, and (3) how to manage all of the various components so that chaos does not ensue and every students' learning is maximized. A review of all of these issues can be beneficial to other teachers in heterogeneous classrooms who want to use technology as tool for differentiating instruction.

Jen's Story

2019 ◽  
pp. 123-133
Author(s):  
Chiu-Yin Wong ◽  
Wendy A. Harriott
Keyword(s):  
English Language Learners ◽  
Language Learners ◽  
Gifted And Talented ◽  
English Language ◽  
First Grade ◽  
Case Study Method ◽  
Grade Teacher ◽  
Depth Interview ◽  
Talented Students

This chapter describes the experiences of a first grade teacher who was classified as gifted and talented during her school years. Currently, she teaches classes with a diverse group of students (e.g., English language learners, gifted and talented students). Adopting a qualitative case study method, the authors conducted an in-depth interview with the teacher and share her story related to how her giftedness affects and enhances her professional work as an educator. Further, this chapter illustrates the teacher's story related to her personal interactions and relationships. Finally, based on the literature, implications for other educators who are gifted and talented are discussed.

Integrating Online Tools to Motivate Young English Language Learners to Practice English Outside the Classroom

2012 ◽  
pp. 184-192 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shelly Sanchez Terrell
Keyword(s):  
English Language Learners ◽  
Language Learners ◽  
English Language ◽  
Older Learners ◽  
Young Learners ◽  
Online Tools ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Web Space ◽  
Listening And Speaking

Recent research shows that online tools such as: games, wikis, speaking avatars, and interactive stories can be a positive force for English Language Learners (ELLs). It also shows that when ELLs have access to online tools, they are motivated to practice English outside the classroom (Aydin, 2007; Colombo & Colombo, 2007; Son, 2007). Most of this research is undertaken with older learners. This case study attempts to determine if young learners are motivated to practice English outside the classroom if provided with access to various online tools managed via a wiki. A wiki is a free educational web space, which allows a number of people to work together collaboratively on documents with embedded elements and linking. The teacher interviewed parents and kept observational notes. The study results suggest that the online tools improve the listening and speaking skills of young learners.

Overidentification of English Language Learners for Special Education

2020 ◽  
pp. 191-215
Author(s):  
Penelope Debs Keough
Keyword(s):  
Special Education ◽  
English Language Learners ◽  
Language Learners ◽  
English Language ◽  
The United States ◽  
Department Of Education ◽  
Proposition 227 ◽  
United States Department ◽  
Disproportionate Number

Alarming statistics presented by the United States Department of Education reveal a disproportionate number of students of minority language (English language learners) qualify for special education. As far back as 2007, the DOE recognized there was a concerted effort needed to reduce racial and ethnic disproportionality in racial and ethnic identification, placement, and disciplinary actions for minority students' representation in special education. This chapter will examine and address solutions to prevent the over identification of English language learners in special education specifically in the area of identification. As a further objective, the ramifications of this over representation will be examined, and the authors hypothesize about why the over representation occurs. Confusion over the Unz Initiative (1998, Proposition 227) may have inadvertently led to the over identification. A case study, leading to case law, concludes the chapter.

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