Review/Preview
Welcome to Module 3 of Teaching the ESOL Student in the Mainstream Classroom.
Review
In Module 2, you gained an understanding of language acquisition theory and the language development process. Hopefully Module 2 provided you with enough information to start thinking about your classroom practices and what is important for English Language Learners.
Preview
In Module 3 we will...
- participate in a second language learning simulation
- review the Three Principles of Differentiation recommended to meet the instructional needs of English Language Learners
- view and analyze model lessons using the Three Principles of Differentiation
- apply the Principles of Differentiation in a classroom setting
- understand and reflect on how technology can meet the instructional needs of English Language Learners
Housekeeping
Getting Technical Help: If you are experiencing any difficulties at all, please email the instructor.
Cutting & Pasting in the Discussions: It is strongly recommended that you type your response in a word processor, spell check, and then go online to cut and paste it into the discussion. This will allow you to spend as much time as necessary developing your postings, with much less chance of losing your connection and your work.
Attaching Documents in the Discussion: If you attach documents, please save them as MS Word documents or .html files. If you have problems posting or reading an attached file, please email the instructor.
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