Equipping ELLs 159. Every Teacher is A Language Teacher: 6 Strategies to Integrate Language Instruction in the Content Areas
Are you struggling to meet the needs of your English Language Learners while juggling the demands of your entire classroom?
Supporting English Language Learners (ELLs) in the classroom can feel overwhelming, but with the right strategies, every teacher can become an effective language instructor. In this episode, host Beth Vaucher shares six impactful strategies to help teachers of all subjects integrate language learning into their lessons.
Learn how to craft dual objectives, embrace the four language domains, and incorporate multimodal instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners. Beth also dives into the power of pacing and pausing, the importance of modeling tasks to build student confidence, and how scaffolding can bridge the gap between what students know and what they’re capable of achieving.
These strategies aren’t just for ELLs—they’ll help every student in your classroom thrive by enhancing content delivery and language acquisition. Whether you’re a seasoned educator or new to teaching, these tips will empower you to create an inclusive and effective learning environment. Don’t miss this chance to reimagine your approach and see how language learning can transform your teaching.
Tune in to hear real-world examples, practical tips, and Beth’s passion for equipping teachers to empower their students. Share this episode with colleagues and start a school-wide conversation about how every educator is a language teacher.
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