j Tips for Developing Literacy Skills for ELLS

Plan for and develop all four language domains (speaking, listening, reading and writing)
through the use of meaningful task orientated content instruction
Use differentiated instruction to teach students at their level of language proficiency
value student culture, interests and background knowledge when planning instruction
Support and encourage students to use L1 language tools to help them develop their
understanding of current learning (use translators, allow L1 communication between
students, dual language dictionaries, and dual language assignments)
Use explicit instruction to teach content vocabulary to ensure comprehension and check in
with students often to ensure understanding
Scaffold instruction for meaning using student strengths, interests and prior knowledge
Involve students in the monitoring of their learning progress
Provide learners with multiple ways to practice and express their learning(oral discussions,
group work, reading response logs, anticipation guides, guided reading)
Teach and model to students effective ways to participate in academic discussions with their
peers
Dont over correct student errors instead provide a safe learning environment that models
the correct use of English language in the spoken and written
forms
Provide multiple means of assessment to allow students to
effectively communicate their learning at their current level of
language proficiency
Provide students with auditory resources to increase their
exposure to English at home
Plan content based lessons that provide ELLs opportunities to
practice their use of social language and academic language

Use Apps and classroom resources with Visuals (bit boards App, word walls, pictures, diagraphs)
Use apps and online programs with auditory listening material (Razkids, Epic!,Tumble books)
Visit the following website for 50 useful online links that support ELLs
http://www.teachthought.com/pedagogy/50-incredibly-useful-links-for-ell-educators/
www.edutopia.org provides a wealth of resources on ways to support ELLs
https://www.edutopia.org/article/resources-for-teaching-english-language-learners-ashley-cronin
Visit the Cambridge English site to find videos, songs, games and activities for students to use at home
http://www.cambridgeenglish.org/learning-english/parents-and-children/activities-for-children/
Visit everythingESL.net for elementary resources for ELLs
http://www.everythingesl.net/inservices/elementary_sites_ells_71638.php
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