Course Summary
This course is designed to help English Language Learners improve their listening and speaking skills through authentic materials and engaging activities.Key Learning Points
- Learn to understand spoken English in different contexts and accents
- Develop effective communication skills for everyday situations
- Gain confidence in expressing your ideas and opinions in English
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Improved listening skills in different contexts and accents
- Effective communication skills for everyday situations
- Confidence in expressing ideas and opinions in English
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic understanding of English language
- Access to a computer and internet connection
Course Difficulty Level
BeginnerCourse Format
- Self-paced
- Online
Similar Courses
- English for Business and Entrepreneurship
- Advanced English Grammar and Vocabulary
Related Education Paths
Related Books
Description
In this course you will learn how to design lesson plans around the needs of your ELL students and their language level through the analysis of content language and cognitive demands. You will learn how to align language objectives to the adopted standards of your school and content area. You will learn how to modify existing course materials as well as develop graphic organizers and languages frames to support ELLs’ access to content. Analysis of second language acquisition theories will be applied to lesson planning.
Outline
- ELL Language and Communication Skills Across the Curriculum
- Introduction
- Theories of Second Language Acquisition
- BICS & CALP
- BICS & CALP Scenarios
- Vocabulary for ELLs
- Classroom Application-Vocabulary for ELLs
- Grammatical Structures and Language Functions
- Classroom Application-Grammar & Language Functions
- Lesson Annotation
- Summary
- Interview: Developing Literacy Skills with the ELL in Mind
- Bonus Reading: Why educating ELLs means success for everyone
- Bonus Reading: Teaching academic language
- Bonus Reading: Introducing academic vocabulary to students
- Bonus Reading: Grammar and vocabulary: seven ways to help students enjoy grammar
- Lesson Plan Template
- Bonus Video: A language immersion story
- Second Language Acquisition Theory
- Vocabulary
- Grammar and Language Structure
- Module 1 Assessment
- ELL Cognitive and Learning SKills Across the Curriculum
- Introduction
- Developing Cognitive Skills
- Classroom Application-Cognitive Skills
- Developing Learning Skills
- Classroom Application-Learning Skills
- Affective Filter
- Classroom Application-Affective Filter
- Lesson Annotation
- Summary
- Interview: Developing Learner Autonomy & Creating a Welcoming Environment with the ELL in Mind
- Greetings!
- Bonus Reading: What is learner autonomy and how can it be fostered?
- Bonus Reading: One teacher's quest to build language skills and confidence
- Lesson Plan Template
- Bonus Reading: Struggling with English from kindergarten to high school
- Cognitive Skills
- Learning Skills
- Affective Filter
- Module 2 Assessement
- Lesson Planning with the ELL in Mind
- Introduction
- Language Genres by Content
- Classroom Application-Language Genres
- Writing Learning Outcomes
- Aligning Learning Outcome to Standards
- Designing Activities with the ELL in Mind
- Classroom Application-Activities
- Lesson Annotation
- Summary
- Interview: Strengthening Lesson Planning with the ELL in Mind
- Greetings!
- Bonus Reference: English language development standards
- Bonus Reference: PreK-12 English language proficiency standards
- Bonus Reading: Fostering student questions: strategies for inquiry-based learning
- Lesson Plan Template
- Bonus Reading: New education standards widen achievement gap for English language learners?
- Language Genres
- Learning Outcomes
- Activities
- Module 3 Assessment
- Materials and Lesson Delivery
- Introduction
- Material Selection
- Material Adaptation
- Classroom Application-Material Adaptation
- Adapted Text
- Activity Types
- Lesson Delivery
- Lesson Plan Annotation
- Summary
- Interview: Best Classroom Practices with the ELL in Mind
- Greetings!
- Lesson Plan Template
- Bonus Reading: Scaffolding academic language for second language learners
- Lesson Plan Template
- Material Selection
- Material Adaptation
- Activities and Lesson Delivery
- Module 4 Assessment
- ELL Lesson Planning in Action
- Introduction
- Social Studies Lesson Plan Annotation
- Language Arts Lesson Plan Annotation
- Mathematics Lesson Plan Annotation
- Summary
- Interview: Scaffolding and Lesson Delivery with the ELL in Mind
- Greetings!
- Lesson Plan Template
- Lesson Plan Template
- Lesson Plan Template
- Assessment
- Final Review
- Greetings!
- Works Cited for Course
- Final Assessment
Summary of User Reviews
The ELL Lesson course on Coursera has received positive reviews from users. Many users found the course to be informative and helpful. The course covers various aspects of English language learning and is suitable for both beginners and advanced learners.Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
Well-structured course materialsPros from User Reviews
- Informative and helpful course content
- Suitable for both beginners and advanced learners
- Engaging lectures and activities
- Good value for money
- Professional and knowledgeable instructors
Cons from User Reviews
- Some technical issues with the platform
- Limited interaction with instructors
- No opportunity for live practice or feedback
- Not suitable for learners who prefer a more traditional classroom setting
- Some users found the course too basic or too advanced for their level
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