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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
- 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.
- This website includes teaching materials, classroom activities, and many other references for ESL educators.
- This website provides many resources for ESL educators, including lesson plans, articles, question forums, and teaching tips.
- 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.
- PNABE has professional resources and information relevant to bilingual education.
- TESOL is the national organization for educators working with ESL issues.
Resources for teachers and students of English
National Association for Bilingual Education
Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages