Research Based Bilingual Instruction: The Impact of Multiple Modalities in a K-12 English Learner Classroom

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The topic of English learners and multiple modalities represents an important topic to study because teachers become overwhelmed managing classrooms. Research Based Bilingual Education: The Impact of Multiple Modalities in a K-12 English Learner Classroom seeks to uncover these modalities by focusing on spatial, kinesthetic, musical, and interpersonal intelligence. With a specific emphasis on spatial intelligence, this book explores this concept as a way for English Learners to recall and use language with text that creates images or pictures in a student's brain. It allows them to see language in other ways without having to use a translation device to define words. Ultimately, the author argues that ELs use spatial intelligence to help them visually remember concepts. Students who are learning English as a second language need to interact with others, such as their peers, to help them.

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In this book, Maryann Hasso explores, in detail, issues of student collaboration and interaction within the context of ESL instruction. It describes ESL pedagogy that highlights the benefits of an in-depth understanding of multiple learning modalities in terms of English acquisition. The book supports organic teacher-student interactions; thus, making learning accessible. This book, based on student data, discusses research-based approaches and meaningful strategies used to increase interaction in the classroom. It is a must-read for in-service and pre-service teachers.

Author Bio

Maryann Hasso is a college lecturer at Victor Valley College.