Resources

Structured literacy emphasizes explicit, systematic instruction in foundational literacy skills, benefiting all students, particularly those with learning disabilities. Key components include phonology, sound-symbol association, syllable instruction, morphology, syntax, and semantics, with a focus on multisensory techniques and regular assessment to enhance reading development and literacy outcomes.

The "MTSS for ELs: Literacy Action Plan" is a detailed guide designed to support schools in implementing and monitoring MTSS frameworks for English Learners. It emphasizes data-driven identification of strengths and needs, goal setting, strategic planning, and systematic progress tracking through quarterly evaluations.

The "Foundational Literacy Skills" document outlines essential strategies for teaching literacy to English learners, focusing on phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. It provides practical tools and resources for educators to support English learners in achieving grade-level literacy proficiency.

Translanguaging leverages students' home languages to enhance their learning and identity development. By using strategies like bilingual labels, pairing students with different proficiency levels, and encouraging flexible language use, educators can support complex content engagement, academic language development, and social-emotional growth

The document outlines key strategies for teaching English Language Learners (ELLs), emphasizing the importance of understanding each student's linguistic and cultural background, explicit instruction, and integrating native language use. It provides evidence-based practices to help ELLs succeed academically by connecting new learning to their prior knowledge and integrating language skills in all content areas.

The document "Creating Language Objectives" provides six strategies for crafting effective language objectives to support English learners. These strategies ensure that students acquire necessary vocabulary, functions, skills, and structures to successfully engage with academic content and complete tasks.