Training Module for Use with Teacher Assistants Who Work with Students Who Have English as a Second Language
This module was developed in 2000 through a RIDE grant to the PAR2A Center of the University of Colorado at Denver with nationally recognized expertise on this topic and then updated by RIDE in 2009 to comply with RIDE ELL regulations and WIDA English Language Proficiency Standards. It trains TAs in competencies specified in RIDE State Guidelines for TAs Working Students who Have English as a Second Language. The module is an outstanding product with easy-to-follow scripts for the trainer with lecture notes & step-by-step activity instructions, handouts & transparency masters that can be converted to PowerPoints. The module is divided into 7 parts, all in PDF for downloading. Adaptations/applications you can make: (1) The module ESL/ELL content is appropriate for various educational personnel - not just TAs - and, thus, parts can be used to train ESL/ELL teams of teachers, TA and others; (2) Some components can be modified for use with any type of TA, not just TAs working with students who have English as a second language.
Module A - Roles & Responsibilities of Teachers & TAs in ESL Programs (128KB / 67 pages)
- Differentiate between teachers' & TAs roles & responsibilities
- Recognize ethical & legal responsibilities of TAs
- Know major laws & court rulings that have helped shape education services for English language learners
- Develop an understanding for key terminology in working with students for whom English is the second language
Module B - Program models (100KB / 46 pages)
- Know & compare what types of programs are available to meet the needs of English language learners
- Recognize own school model's & philosophy
- Understand state & local district policies regarding paraeducators working with students who have English as a second language
- Understand the distinctions in the role of teachers & paraeducators in ESL education
Module C - Culture in the Classroom (5.25MB / 74 pages)
- Recognize the importance of culture & schooling
- Understand cultural differences that affect teaching & learning
- Develop an understanding of Natural Approach
- Understand Sheltered English
- Know how Sheltered English is organized & delivered
Module D - Lessons That Address the Needs of Students Learning English (1.6MB / 79 pages)
- Introduce and analyze the WIDA English Language Proficiency Standards
- Interpret a variety of lesson plans for English Language Learners
- Develop linguistically appropriate materials for English Language Learners using WIDA Can-Do Descriptors
- Identify materials that promote appreciation for classroom diversity
Puzzle - Puzzle materials for use in an activity in the module (156KB / 7 pages)
References - Module bibliography/resources for further readings (328KB / 2 pages)
Reflection Journal - For trainees to complete relative to their learnings (12KB / 6 pages)
