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SECOND LANGUAGE LITERACY INSTRUCTION

Key steps in Second Language Literacy Instruction

Motivation for learning Making the connection Learning conditions Instructor’s language Mode of instruction

SECOND LANGUAGE LITERACY INSTRUCTION

Motivation for learning

To motivate students, particularly Second Language Learners, you need to show them you have the commitment to their learning

You need to have clear objectives, well designed materials, and a clear transmission of information

Design activities that students can research and pair them with classmates so they can ask each other questions.

Make sure you are using technology in your classroom

SECOND LANGUAGE LITERACY INSTRUCTION

Making the connection with Second Language Learners

Learn about their culture and values Don’t assume Second Language Learner’s know

about the customs or norms Provide a supporting and comfortable

environment Promote classroom activities and group

assignments Trade words in language so they can learn a word

from you and you can learn a word from them.

SECOND LANGUAGE LITERACY INSTRUCTION

Learning conditions

Is your classroom designed for effective teaching? Too big or too small? Provide an atmosphere that is conducive to reach all of your students

Made it easily accessible for student-teacher interactions.

Make for a friendly and homey environment.

SECOND LANGUAGE LITERACY INSTRUCTION

Instructor’s language

The tone and speed of your voice should be altered for clear understanding.  Speak slowly and pronounce your words clearly.

Don’t use complex terms or language. SLLs are learning the language and using difficult words would only confuse them.

Rely on hand gestures, visual cues, and props. This can help them follow along more easily.  

SECOND LANGUAGE LITERACY INSTRUCTION

Mode of Instruction

Students learn by doing. Design activities so they are constantly engaged

Have interactive games readily available Use visual aids to they can see how to connect

the content to the assignments  Use a variety of teaching formats If possible, provide immediate feedback