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Sink or swim, the dilemma of an unprepared workforce

Sink or swim, the dilemma of an unprepared workforceIn the United States, the fastest growing student population is English language learners. According to the U.S. Department of Education, the nation’s numbers of public and public charter school English language learners grew by 160% in the period between 1990 and 2005 and continues to grow at a rapid rate.
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    RTIResponse to Intervention is a multi-tiered approach for providing early identification and supports for students with learning and behavior needs.

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  • Assessment

    AssessmentThis 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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    StudentDid 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.?

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  • Whole Classroom

    ClassroomDid 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?

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  • Whole Community

    CommunityDid 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?

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TeacherandStudentsThe 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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  • Strengthening Instruction for ELs within a Whole School Context     February 1, 8, & 15
  • Identifying and Working with ELLs with Learning Differences and Disabilities
    March 20 & 21
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    April 9, 12, & 30
  • Category 2
    July 9, 10, 11, & 12
  • Category 4
    July 17, 18, & 19
Transforming SchoolsTransforming Schools for English Learners
A Comprehensive Framework for School Leaders
 

Whether you are just beginning to work with or trying to improve the outcomes of English learners, this book provides a comprehensive framework for educating a growing population of public school English learners. Each chapter focuses on a key element of EL education programming as it relates to the entire school.

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