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Millar esl literacy network 2011
- 1. An Introduction to the ESL Literacy Network Valerie Millar Sept. 2011
- 2. LESLLA learners are adults who are learning to speak English at the same time as they are learning to read and write for the first time. They are not yet able to use reading to learn and are, instead, trying to learn to read what they know orally.
- 3. Introducing the ESL Literacy Network The ESL Literacy Network is a website for ESL literacy practitioners to explore best practices, teaching techniques, and curriculum development. It is a place to find classroom ideas and resources. www.esl-literacy.com
- 5. Introducing the ESL Literacy Network You will find: •Background information on ESL literacy •Resources for program providers • best practices, curriculum framework • Resources for instructors •ESL literacy readers • Videos on teaching techniques •Professional Development resources • Links to external ESL literacy resources • BVC published resources
- 6. Introducing Learning for LIFE: An ESL Literacy Curriculum Framework The ESL Literacy Curriculum Framework: • provides information, guidance and a structure that guides ESL literacy practitioners through a process of curriculum development • addresses curriculum development from both programming and instructional perspectives
- 7. Learning for LIFE: An ESL Literacy Curriculum Framework Outlines a process for curriculum development in 5 stages: • Stage 1: Understand Needs • Stage 2: Determine Focus • Stage 3: Set Learning Outcomes • Stage 4: Integrate Assessment • Stage 5: Demonstrate Accountability
- 8. Each Stage Includes…. • Background information & theory • Program principles (for programmers) • Classroom concept (for teachers) Is supported by… • Resources available on the ESL Literacy Network
- 9. Stage 3: Set Learning Outcomes Key Elements: • Classroom guidelines for teaching learning outcomes Theme teaching Explicit strategy instruction • Learning outcomes in 4 strands Reading Writing Literacy strategies Habits of mind
- 11. Stage 3: Set Learning Outcomes Learning Outcomes Database • tool to help you plan your outcomes • printable so you can review it • easy to modify • customized for your class/program
- 12. Stage 3: Set Learning Outcomes: Learning Outcomes Database
- 13. Stage 4: Integrate Assessment ESL Literacy Network: • How to develop placement assessments • Model, methods and samples of classroom assessment • Outlines approach for portfolio assessment: • Classroom • Collaborative learning • Evaluation • Showcase
- 14. Stage 4: Integrate Assessment Sample
- 15. Professional Development: Use the Blog to: – learn new teaching ideas – connect with practitioners to share ideas – join the online reading circle to find out about current research, theory and resources
- 16. Thank you! I hope you explore the ESL Literacy Network and use the many samples available. Contact information: Val Millar vmillar@bowvalleycollege.ca Diane Hardy dhardy@bowvalleycollege.ca Shelagh Lenon slenon@bowvalleycollege.ca