English language learning

ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNINGELL

Robin Harbrecht  Samanda Ferreyra Félix de Adams English Structures 476

English Language learners in USA

• Non-native English speakers.

3 different Categories of ELL students

a. AFS

b. LFS

c. LTEL

Based on experience:

d. GEL

• Learner characteristics or personal traits

• Situational or environmental factors

• Prior language development and competence

Factors Affecting Second Language Acquisition

Teachers AttitudesHave always in mind:

•The conviction of all students has abilities (our teaching core)

•Creating an environment conductive to building community

•Teachers need a solid understanding of how to work successfully with English learners

• Our national priorities and traditional practices must change along with the changing demographic

Struggle and Strategies

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-bWU238PymM

Reference

• U.S. State Department.(2010, Mar 13). Who Are ELL Students? Education.com. Retrieved from

• http://www.education.com/reference/article/who-ell-english-language-learner/

• Weaver, C. (2008). The Transformative classroom: Rethinking Grammar Instruction for English Language Learners. Grammar to Enrich & Enhance Writing.15, 259-282.