ESLC2025ONTHEMOVE

Discover the transformative power of place-based learning in rural and urban outdoor settings. This session explores how the outdoors can serve as an engaging English language classroom, enhancing learning through real-world experiences. Participants will learn to integrate visual journaling – a powerful tool that combines observation and creativity to deepen language acquisition and foster a connection with the environment.

Verbal communication is only one of many forms of representation that can be used to communicate mathematical ideas! To support English as Additional Language (EAL) learners, we’ll explore how to embed multiple forms of mathematical representation and high impact strategies within task design to engage all learners in understanding and communicating their mathematical thinking. We will model and debrief how multiple representations in mathematical routines and problem solving might be used to ensure EAL learners can fully participate in rigorous mathematical thinking and learning. (The principles we’ll explore in the session will apply to K-12 teachers; however, the examples and content used will be applicable to K-9 teachers.).

Why is writing so difficult for second language learners?
A) It’s demanding
B) It takes effort and requires knowledge in quite a few areas—all in all, a heavy cognitive load.
C) Students must simultaneously think about vocabulary, grammar, and meaning, as they create original sentences and connect ideas by spelling each individual word, and applying rules around capitalization and punctuation. (And don’t forget editing and tone…)
D) All of the above!
Developing writers face a myriad of challenges that can impact the writing process. This presentation will review and tackle some of these challenges. We will consider strategies, examine engaging writing activities and have a look at actual ELL writing samples to practice feedback and determine next steps.