Formative Assessments for English Learners (ELs)
WebinarRegister Now Formative assessments can often be more Informative than standardized instruments when it comes to assessing the learning of our multilingual learners. We can use formative assessments to understand how well our students have grasped what we have taught and what we need to focus on next. In this webinar we will: Learn how to separate language and content in order to get more informed results from our assessments Discuss using content and language objectives to guide both instruction and especially assessment Practice using objectives to create simple rubrics Discuss how formative assessments can provide ongoing valuable feedback [...]
Fair and Square Classroom Practices for Assessing Language Learners
Lewis University - Oak Brook Campus 1111 W 22nd St., Ste.700, Oak Brook, IL, United StatesRegister Now Understand major principles of language assessment Learn to apply effective language supports to classroom-based assessments Add to your assessment toolkit a variety of resources for gauging your students' listening, speaking, reading, and writing development! TARGET AUDIENCE: K-12 Educators of English Learners NOTE: Participants are required to bring a laptop to this session to participate in activities and access resources. Date: Friday, March 13, 2020 Sign-In: 8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. Workshop: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Presenter: Michele Yanong Event ID: 205503046
Crafting a Multilingual Learning Environment: How to Capitalize on Students’ Linguistic and Cultural Assets in Any Classroom
Moraine Valley Community College, Conference Center 9000 W. College Pkwy, Palos Hills, IL, United StatesRegister Now Explore how to invite and incorporate students' languages and cultures into all classroom settings as valuable resources that build understanding and validate student identity Examine how decisions about classroom design, resource selection, instructional strategies, and family communication can create a safe and welcoming environment that facilitate metacognitive, metalinguistic, and metacultural awareness Learn how to utilize native-language materials even if you do not speak the language TARGET AUDIENCE: K-12 Educators of English Learners NOTE: Participants are required to bring a laptop to this session to participate in activities and access resources. Date: Wednesday, March 18, 2020 Sign-In: [...]
Joyful and Effective Writing Instruction for Language Learners
Webinar & Asynchronous Learning ActivitiesRegister Now Review research related to writing principles for language learning Consider planning steps for a scaffolded writing cycle Fill your toolbox with activities for supporting new authors, such as LEA (Language Experience Approach), Interactive Writing, Non-Print Text Prompts, Differentiated Writing Frames, and more! Examine writing samples at a variety of language development levels so you are ready to assess the language level of writing samples from your students Leave ready to inspire joyful writers! OPTIONAL: Bring 1-2 student writing samples to assess through a language lens. TARGET AUDIENCE: K-5 Educators NOTE: Participants are required to bring a laptop [...]
Exploring the Spanish Language Arts Standards
WebinarRegister Now Deepen your understanding of the standards for Spanish Language Arts instruction Explore both the Common Core en español Standards and the WIDA Spanish Language Arts Standards Consider implications and considerations for designing instruction using SLA standards Sign In: 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm Webinar: 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Presenter: Rachell Anderson Target Audience: Teachers of Spanish Language Arts Event ID: 205507059 Note: This is an online workshop
First Fridays “Student Competence & Confidence” Series: Designing Your Assessment to Foster Language Learners’ Success!
Webinar & Asynchronous Learning ActivitiesRegister Now Join us for an exciting 3-part series on utilizing an assets-based approach to your content, assessment, and instruction of English Learners Walk away with numerous strategies and considerations designed to place culturally and linguistically diverse students at the heart of the decisions we as educators make that impact their learning environment and school experience Unique to this session: exploring assessment from the standpoint of equity-- assessment practices that are culturally relevant, linguistically appropriate, and rigorous TARGET AUDIENCE: K-12 Teachers & Administrators NOTE: Participants are required to bring a laptop to this session to participate in activities and [...]
Refresh Instruction for English Learners with Innovative Technology Strategies
Webinar & Asynchronous Learning ActivitiesRegister Now Led by an ISTE Certified Educator by the International Society for Technology in Education, we will: Explore innovative technology tools that support active language development and content learning See examples of technology-infused activities that provide ELs opportunities for communication, collaboration, and critical thinking This will be a fast-paced session with time devoted to designing your own technology-infused lesson or activity TARGET AUDIENCE: K-12 Educators of English Learners NOTE: Participants are required to bring a laptop to this session to participate in activities and access resources. Date: Wednesday, April 8, 2020 Sign-In: 8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. [...]
Instruction for SLIFE: How to Start Closing the Gap for Students with Limited or Interrupted Formal Education
Webinar & Asynchronous Learning ActivitiesRegister Now Explore how to address socio-emotional needs of SLIFE students who often arrive having experienced trauma Examine ways to assess and address SLIFE students' learning needs so that they can begin making academic progress Make plans to differentiate instruction and implement supports that will result in the long-term flourishing of SLIFE students TARGET AUDIENCE: K-12 Educators of English Learners NOTE: Participants are required to bring a laptop to this session to participate in activities and access resources. Date:Friday April 17, 2020 Sign-In: 8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. Workshop Begins: 9:00 a.m. *For full day (5 hour) sessions [...]
From Mindset to Practice: Translanguaging Strategies for the Dual Language Classroom
Webinar & Asynchronous Learning ActivitiesRegister Now Deepen understanding about translanguaging and the role it plays in Dual Language settings Engage in strategies that encourage the use of translanguaging to support bilingual development Learn how to strategically plan opportunities for translanguaging in a culturally and linguistically diverse environment TARGET AUDIENCE: K-12 Educators (Teachers, Administrators, Instructional Coaches) serving Multilingual Learners NOTE: Participants are required to bring a laptop to this session to participate in activities and access resources. Date: Wednesday, April 22, 2020 Sign-In: 8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. Workshop Begins: 9:00 a.m. *For full day (5 hour) sessions we will use a mix of [...]
Helping Multilingual Learners Show What They Know Across the Curriculum: Grades 4-8 205503069
Webinar & Asynchronous Learning ActivitiesRegister Now Participants in this session will: Examine the stages of second language acquisition Practice strategies to promote oral academic language and vocabulary development View research and resources for supporting students’ home languages in the classroom Experience lessons that incorporate oral language, reading and writing across the content areas. New format for virtual learning: April 22, 2020 - 2.0 hour live interactive webinar April 22- May 6, 2020 - 3.0 hour asynchronous assignments and reflection TARGET AUDIENCE: teachers, interventionists, educators and practitioners who support multilingual learners in grades 4-8.
