Identify one specific strategy from your readings that you plan to use to engage bilingual students and promote literacy development in both first and second languages. Explain the strategy in depth. Describe the type of setting and students that this strategy would most benefit.   DQ 2The Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol (SIOP) is a research-based […]

Consider the dual language programs described in your required reading, including transitional program models, maintenance and enrichment programs, and immersion programs. Identify each model’s advantages and disadvantages. Between the three primary types of programs, which do you think is most beneficial and why? Provide your response in 200 or more words. Cite any sources used […]

Literacy involves more than just reading and writing. It also includes speaking, listening, and facility with digital media. With this definition in mind, what are some techniques you might use to bring literacy into preschool through 12th grade bilingual classrooms?  Cite any sources used in APA Style.   DQ 2 From your required readings, identify […]

Discuss an assessment issue affecting ELLs and how you would address these issues in your classroom.   DQ 2Describe a standards-based language proficiency assessment that measures development and how you would use it to inform your instruction.       TSL565 ELL and Bilingual Assessment   Week 2 Discussion   DQ 1Name something that could […]

What should be considered when making a rubric for an assignment?   DQ 2Which step within the four steps utilized for creating rubrics for authentic assessment do you find the most challenging? How will you overcome this challenge in your teaching?

Provide an example of state accommodation applicable within an ELL or bilingual/dual language educational setting.   DQ 2Provide examples of accommodations for ELL or bilingual/dual language learners in your state. Comment on the accommodations included by one of your classmates. How do these compare to the accommodations provided in your state.

What are the major goals of authentic and alternative assessment? How could they (including online assessment tools, apps and devices) bring value to teaching and learning?   DQ 2Provide an advantage and disadvantage of one form of authentic assessment from your observations or readings.

Provide an example in which assessment data creatively informed instruction. How will this type of data inform your teaching?   DQ 2After reviewing ELP assessment results of an ELL or bilingual/dual language learner, provide an example of how you would differentiate an activity to accommodate this particular student.

Name something that could be difficult about interpreting the results of a language proficiency assessment. What would help you overcome that difficulty in your teaching?   DQ 2Provide an example of a formal standardized assessment from your reading or one that you have worked with. How effective is this assessment for ELL or bilingual/dual language […]

Discuss an assessment issue affecting ELLs and how you would address these issues in your classroom.   DQ 2Describe a standards-based language proficiency assessment that measures development and how you would use it to inform your instruction.