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The number of students with limited proficiency in English has increased significantly in recent years. Here are a variety of resources to help educators with English Language Learners.
General
Accountability for College and Career ReadinessEducation Policy Analysis Archives (EPAA) report on the "Accountability for College and Career Readiness: Developing a New Paradigm".
Colorín ColoradoColorín Colorado is a free web-based, bilingual service that provides information, activities, and advice for educators and Spanish-speaking families of English language learners.
ESL Gold ESLgold provides thousands of free information and resources for ESL/ELL. All materials are organized by skill and level for quick and easy access.
LanternfishWorksheets, Flashcards, Lesson Plans, Jobs and a Forum for the ESL and TEFL Teacher.
Learning the LanguageEducation Week's blog about news and policy regarding the education of ELLs.
Many ThingsThis web site is for people studying English as a Second Language. There are quizzes, word games, proverbs, slang expressions,a random-sentence generator and more.
One Stop EnglishOnestopenglish is packed with resources for English language teachers. There are free resources or you can pay for a subscription to get access to even more.
Three Factors for Success in Using Technology to Support At-Risk StudentsThis Alliance for Excellent Education webinar explores three important variables for success in using digital learning strategies to better support at-risk students.
USBE's English Learners Web PageESL endorsement information for Utah educators and additional strategies and resources.
WIDA ELP StandardsThe World-Class Instructional Design and Assessment (WIDA) Consortium's ELP Standards for grades PreK - 12.
Teaching Ideas
Applying STEM In Middle School - Science And EngineeringHere are some tips to applying STEM to your middle school lessons. We use a brain safety challenge as a lesson example, but the tips and strategies can apply to any lesson.
Casa NotesCasa Notes is designed to allow teachers to quickly make, and customize, typical notes that are sent home and then translate them in to Spanish.
Exploring Predictions: Middle School Science LessonComplete middle school science lesson. Exploring Predictions has students making, testing and reflecting on predictions in a physical science lab.
For Educator - Colorín ColoradoUseful information, strategies, activities, and resources for all teachers of ELLs, whether you are an ESL teacher or a content area teacher with one or two English learners in your class.
Incorporating Engineering Design Process In STEM LessonHere's a STEM lesson that may fit perfectly into your classroom. The Edible Car project incorporates the engineering design process into a fun lesson.
Scaffolded Lesson/Unit Plan Template
Stuff for Teachers - Dave's ESL CafeA collection of resources for ESL/ELL teachers including Idea Cookbook with a lot of teaching tips, forums, and a place to post your resume.
Teach Fractions with ManipulativesUse manipulatives to build understanding of fractions.
The Big Brain: A Cooperative Learning ProtocolDiscover a new way to get the most from students working in groups. With the Big Brain Protocol, you give students a structure for working in groups.
Understanding Language - Language, Literacy, and Learning in the Content AreasUnderstanding Language is devoted to improving education for English Language Learners in light of the new Common Core State Standards and Next Generation Science Standards.
Watch Educational High School STEM LessonsStudents get college and career ready with rigorous STEM experiences
Webcasts - Colorín ColoradoWebcasts offer an exciting new way to learn about teaching ELLs. Each webcast features a 45-minute video program, which includes recommended readings, suggested discussion questions.
Resources
bab.la dictionary Bab.la offer translations in many different languages, ranging from colloquial and regional expressions to more technical or field-specific vocabulary.
bab.la GamesOnline word games targeted to those learning a foreign language and the ESL/ELL learner.
Foreign Language and ESL GamesOnline word games targeted to those learning a foreign language and the ESL/ELL learner.
Google Translate Translating short phrases can help you communicate with your ELL students.
Infographics for ChangeWays to enhance Civic Engagement lessons. During a Theory of Change lesson, instructors have students build infographics to help them learn.
Inquiry Sessions As Form Of Professional DevelopmentA different type of professional development. The inquiry model is a way for teachers to collaborate and discover ways to improve their practice.
Merriam-Webster Visual Dictionary The Visual Dictionary Online is an all-in-one reference. Search the themes to quickly locate words, or find the meaning of a word by viewing the image it represents.
For Students
bab.la vocabularyBab.la online language learning flash card vocabulary lessons. You can use premade flash card lessons or create your own.
ESL PartylandStudents will find quizzes, conversations, videos and more to help them learn English.
Learning Strategies Reading learning strategies that include resources such as tips for Practicing reading and reading comprehension techniques.
Literacy CenterFor children who do not speak English as a first language, the Literacy Center provides an excellent environment for practicing basic pre and early reading skills.
Randall's ESL Cyber Listening LabThis ESL listening Web site created by Randall Davis helps ESL/EFL students improve their listening comprehension skills through practice with self-grading quiz pages.
Real English Real English is a completely free site for learning English. Original videos with interactive lessons. Community of teachers & students learning together.
USA LearnsA free website for adults to learn English and prepare for U.S. citizenship.
Forums
One Stop English ForumYou can use this space to share your ideas, questions and tips on English language teaching with colleagues and experts from all over the world.
Student Discussion Forums - Dave's ESL CafeA virtual meeting place for ESL/EFL/ELL students and teachers from around the world!
Teacher Discussion Forums - Dave's ESL CafeA virtual meeting place for ESL/EFL/ELL students and teachers from around the world!
News and Research
English Language Learners | Harvard Graduate SchoolFor many adults, trying to learn English can be challenging, as Heidi Larson, Ed.M., and the Ed School students she mentored last year found out.
Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)The Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) was signed by President Obama on December 10, 2015, and represents good news for our nation's schools.
Stanford Center for Opportunity Policy in Education A unique partnership between a government education agency and a teachers' union has positive outcomes for education reform.
Family and Community Engagement
Engaging ELL Families: 20 Strategies for School LeadersImagine that a new immigrant family has moved into the neighborhood your school serves. What services does your school and district offer that would make this family ...
Engaging Families and Communities to Bridge the Word GapCritical resources for families, caregivers, and early learning providers.
Family Engagement: Resource Roundup Explore tips, strategies, and resources to help improve the connection from home to school and expand parent involvement.
Promoting Involvement of Recent Immigrant Families in Their Children's EducationMarch 2002 - Promoting Involvement of Recent Immigrant Families in Their Children's Education. (Shari Golan and Dana Petersen)
Student Success through Parent EngagementFamilies in Schools believes that when schools engage families, families get involved and student achievement increases.