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MA Proposed Changes to ELL Laws Could Impact Educators
In early 2012, the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education announced a proposal for a new initiative called Rethinking Equity and Teaching for ELLs (RETELL).- Services
Response to Intervention
Response to Intervention is a multi-tiered approach for providing early identification and supports for students with learning and behavior needs.Assessment
This 2-day ASHA-approved professional development guides specialists working with ELs with learning differences and learning disabilities. It includes a range of collaborative and self-reflective learning activities.
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Whole Student
Did you know that…English learners represent over 350 different language groups and 200 different countries, and that many ELs are born in the U.S.?
Whole Classroom
Did you know that…English learners are often misdiagnosed as learning and behaviorally disabled because the criteria for diagnosis do not take linguistic and cultural needs of students into account?
Whole Community
Did you know that…Between 1995 and 2005, the population of English learners grew by 160% and that it continues to grow? Did you know that 56,000 ESL teachers will be needed over the next five years?
The Center for English Language Education (CELE) at the Collaborative for Educational Services provides solutions for educators and administrators who work with English learners. We specialize in customized consulting, coaching, and professional development services that use a comprehensive approach within a whole-school context to create a better learning experience for students, their families, and for educators.
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 My Fantastic Words BookBy Ken Pransky My Fantastic Words Book is a child-friendly graphic thesaurus that students can use independently to learn and expand their use of adjectives and verbs. The book features 41 illustrations with a total of 491 words. Designed for children in grades 2-6, based on Ken Pransky’s own 30+ years of teaching. Available for purchase here.
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