50 strategies for teaching English language learners

An introduction to the strategies -- Theoretical overview -- Predictable routines and signals : reducing anxiety -- Total physical response and total physical response storytelling (TPR and TPRS) : integrating movement into language acquisition -- Modeled talk : demonstrating as you talk -- Visual scaffolding : providing language support through visual images -- Realia strategies : connecting language acquisition to the real world -- Vocabulary role-play : building vocabulary through dramatization -- Collecting and processing words : making vocabulary your own -- Manipulatives strategies : using objects to connect concepts -- Read-aloud plus : using strategies to support comprehension -- Moving into reading : using multiple strategies to foster comprehension -- Close reading : engaging with text to improve reading comprehension -- Repeated reading : using script writing and reader's theater -- Scaffolding English writing : matching instruction to language development -- Reporting back : verbal practice in curriculum connections -- Leveled questions : adjusting questioning strategies to the language levels of students -- Bilingual books and labels : supporting biliteracy awareness -- Sorting activities : organizing information into categories -- Cloze : using context to create meaning -- Verb action : teaching irregular verbs through experience -- Syntax surgery : visually manipulating English grammar -- Checking for understanding : using questioning strategies to differentiate instruction -- Learning centers : extending learning through hands-on practice -- Communication games : creating opportunities for verbal interaction -- Cognate strategies : using the home language to support English acquisition -- RTI for English language learners : documenting and monitoring student progress and the effectiveness of intervention --

Preview/review : building vocabulary and concepts to support understanding

Story reenactment : making stories come to life!

Repetition and innovation : exploring a book to deepen comprehension

Language focus lessons : supporting English vocabulary and structure acquisition

Graphic organizers : visually representing ideas, text, and connections

Advance organizers : getting the mind in gear for instruction

Guided reading : providing individual support within a group setting

Cohesion links : understanding the glue that holds paragraphs together

Language framework planning : supporting academic language and content acquisition

Free voluntary reading : nothing helps reading like reading

Culture studies : learning research skills and valuing home cultures in one project

Microselection : finding key words and main ideas

Read, pair, share : working with a partner to negotiate meaning

Attribute charting : organizing information to support understanding

Integrated curriculum projects : using authentic projects to integrate content knowledge

KWL and data charts : researching and organizing information

Collaborative reading : what to do when they can't read the textbook

Cooperative learning : group interactions to accomplish goals

Learning strategy instruction : acquiring self-help skills

Multiple intelligences strategies : teaching and testing to student-preferred learning modes

Multimedia presentations : oral reports for the new millennium

Small groups and partners : interactions to enhance instruction

GIST : exploring tough text

Tutorials : closing the achievement gap

Combining and scheduling strategies : supporting learning through differentiation

Teacher resources

Glossary.

Theoretical overview

Strategies to encourage active involvement

Strategies for language development

Strategies for literacy development

Strategies for content instruction

Technology strategies for English learners.