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Exponentially Advancing in the Language of Mathematics

November 14, 2022 mecalde

by Cristina Zakis We often hear when discussing how to support English learners in acquiring academic language: “Well, at least…

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Building Assets-Based Family-School Partnerships

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by Dr. Debbie Zacarian Wherever I’ve been working, educators are discussing the social-emotional and academic impact of the elongated COVID-19…

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Discourse in Core Content Instruction

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by Margarita Calderón Discourse is Written or spoken communication A formal discussion of a topic in speech or writing Engagement…

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Cognates as an Instructional Strategy

September 10, 2022 mecalde

by Cristina Zakis, Education Consultant As teachers, when we choose instructional strategies to use with our students, we want to…

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Top 5 Insights from the Summer Biliteracy Collaborative

September 9, 2022 mecalde

by Lillian Ardell, Founder of Language Matters This summer, I had the distinct pleasure of convening 6 high quality, equity-minded…

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What is Evidence-Based Professional Development for Literacy?

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by Dr. Margarita Calderón Now that the ‘science of reading’ has been resurrected, school districts are scurrying to buy programs…

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Using Gamification to Increase Student Engagement and Learning

December 21, 2020 mecalde

by Karen Solis, ESL Teacher in North Carolina Whether learning online or in the classroom, our learners today are struggling…

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English Learners and Advanced Placement Courses

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by Carmen J. Melendez-QuinteroManager of English Learners Programs, Worcester Public Schools, Worcester, MA English Learners Should Not Take Advanced Placement…

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Student Engagement and Interaction During Virtual Teaching & Learning

September 23, 2020 mecalde

by Leticia M. Trower Even for teachers who are typically superstars at promoting student interaction, getting kids talking, and engaging…

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How to Keep Kids Engaged Without Requiring “Cameras On”

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by Leticia M. Trower In the face-to-face classroom, with students up close and personal, question-and-answer is just one of the…

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