A Kaleidoscope of Models and Strategies for Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

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Written by teachers for teachers, this is a practical introduction to models and strategies employed in the teaching of English language learners. Each chapter discusses several models and/or strategies by focusing on particular methods. It gives the background of the method's development, discusses practical examples and applications, provides possible caveats and modifications, and offers a list for further reading about the method. Written by teachers for teachers, this is a practical introduction to models and strategies employed in the teaching of English language learners. Each chapter discusses several models and/or strategies by focusing on particular methods. It gives the background of the method's development, discusses practical examples and applications, provides possible caveats and modifications, and offers a list for further reading about the method. The book is written to be of immediate use to classroom teachers but will also be valuable as a supplementary textbook. All methods discussed are currently being taught in Norland's classes and implemented through the student teaching program at Luther College. Strategies include: Grammar-based Approaches, The Silent Way, Experiential Language Learning, Literature-based Approach, Family Literacy, and many more. Grades K-12.

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Deborah L. Norland, PhD is a professor of education at Luther College. She supervises ELL teachers and teaches TESOL methods classes and directs a summer reading program for ELL children on the Navajo reservation. Terry Pruett-Said is a former ESL instructor of adults and children and is currently an ESL adjunct professor at Macomb Community College.