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Identification

E.L.L. Service Models

Pull-out

Integrated

Facilitated

Sheltered

What is an ESL Program ?

An English as a Second Language program" uses English as the instructional language.

Instruction focuses on developing English proficiency and academic mastery of core content with the use of higher order thinking skills, so as to meet appropriate grade level requirements.

Curriculum Alignment

Instruction *Research-based strategies and

interventions *Culturally responsive and

inclusive practices that respect students learning styles and backgrounds

*On-going assessment and early intervention

*Content and Language objectives for each lesson

• Adaptations and modifications based on assessment

• Students not teachers do most of the talking

• Structured academic talk and questioning

• Pacing and response time is appropriate• Predictability with environment,

routines and materials• Scaffolding and background knowledge• Grouping configurations to promote

learning• Explicitly and systematically builds

English language skills during reading instruction

• Repetition• More time on fewer concepts for deep

learning, tying concepts and vocabulary• Allow time for practice

*Variety of techniques and materials

*Visuals*Model Expectations*Re-Looping Instruction*Corrective feedback*A collaborative approach to

instruction*Constant parent

communication

Instruction is driven by data, body of evidence and teacher observation

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SHELTERED INSTRUCTION OBSERVATION PROTOCOL LESSON

THANK YOU

A Big Thank You to Durango 9-R ELL teachers for allowing me to use their identification chart.