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Scenario Response 3

Scenario 3

Scenario 3
by Tracy Stavisky -
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The students with different backgrounds will likely encounter varied challenges as they navigate their education. The student who studied extensively in her homeland might face challenges related to adjusting to a new educational system, different teaching methodologies, and potentially a language barrier if English is not her first language. On the other hand, the student who was uprooted from school due to a civil war may have experienced trauma, interruptions in their education, and challenges related to resettlement and adapting to a new environment.

Steps

  • Individualized Support
  • Counseling and Support Services
  • Language Support
  • Cultural Sensitivity
  • Flexible Learning Plans
  • Collaboration with Families

Challenges

  • Limited English proficiency, requiring support in developing language skills across all domains: listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
  • Potential differences in dialects or accents, which may affect communication and comprehension.
  • Academic language proficiency, particularly in understanding and producing complex academic language used in textbooks, assessments, and classroom discussions.
  • Socio-cultural language norms and conventions, such as politeness strategies, non-verbal communication, and idiomatic expressions.

Prepare

  • Stay informed about research-based strategies for teaching English language learners (ELLs) and implementing effective language support programs.
  • Collaborate with ESL specialists, language coaches, and other professionals who have expertise in supporting ELLs.
  • Provide professional development opportunities for teachers to enhance their skills in differentiating instruction and supporting language development for students from diverse linguistic backgrounds.
  • Regularly assess students' language proficiency and monitor their progress to ensure they are making meaningful gains in language acquisition.
  • Establish a supportive classroom environment where students feel comfortable taking risks, making mistakes, and asking for help as they develop their language skills.