Bilingual / English as a Second Language Instruction

Students who are working on understanding the English language may also be experiencing confusion and frustration from immersion in a foreign culture. Multicultural teaching techniques can help students in a bilingual setting feel more comfortable and gain a better understanding of the learning materials. Multicultural techniques may include linking ESL materials presented to native cultures, providing learning materials and classroom aides that are of a diverse nature, and encouraging students to express their frustrations and confusion in a constructive manner. The following links may be helpful to provide examples and activities for bilingual educators.

Effective ESL Classroom Practices

BYU has a nationally recognized center for Bilingual/ESL intruction, BEEDE, with additional resources available to assist educators.

   Links

Dave's ESL Café

• This site provides information for educators, students, and those interested in teaching English to non-native English speakers. Included in this site are discussion panels, book recommendations, and lesson ideas.

Resources for teachers and students of English

• This website includes teaching materials, classroom activities, and many other references for ESL educators.

Everything ESL

• This website provides many resources for ESL educators, including lesson plans, articles, question forums, and teaching tips.

The Tower of English

• Providing students with many opportunities to practice their English, this site has many helpful resources. Especially helpful are the forums between ESL students who can share their feelings, common struggles and concerns.

National Association for Bilingual Education

• PNABE has professional resources and information relevant to bilingual education.

Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages

• TESOL is the national organization for educators working with ESL issues.