Empowering English language learners
English language learners bring unique perspectives to the classroom. And their diverse backgrounds and experiences often impact how they learn. So, it’s important for teachers to take the time to learn about their strengths and challenges. Learning a new language is hard work. And multilingual students are often learning how to read, write, and do math in that new language all at the same time. In this episode, listen as Understood expert Dr. Claudia Rinaldi explains: -How teachers can create inclusive learning environments -Why ELL are both overrepresented and underrepresented in special education -Ways schools can build stronger partnerships with ELL and their families Understood.org is a nonprofit focused on shaping the world for difference so the millions of people with learning and thinking differences can thrive. Learn more about “The Opportunity Gap” and all our podcasts at u.org/podcasts. Copyright © 2023 Understood for All, Inc. All rights reserved.
Episode 30 of the Opportunity Gap: For Families Navigating Special Education podcast, hosted by Understood.org, titled "Empowering English language learners" was published on September 13, 2023 and runs 26 minutes.
September 13, 2023 ·26m · Opportunity Gap: For Families Navigating Special Education
Summary
English language learners bring unique perspectives to the classroom. And their diverse backgrounds and experiences often impact how they learn. So, it’s important for teachers to take the time to learn about their strengths and challenges. Learning a new language is hard work. And multilingual students are often learning how to read, write, and do math in that new language all at the same time. In this episode, listen as Understood expert Dr. Claudia Rinaldi explains: -How teachers can create inclusive learning environments -Why ELL are both overrepresented and underrepresented in special education -Ways schools can build stronger partnerships with ELL and their families Understood.org is a nonprofit focused on shaping the world for difference so the millions of people with learning and thinking differences can thrive. Learn more about “The Opportunity Gap” and all our podcasts at u.org/podcasts. Copyright © 2023 Understood for All, Inc. All rights reserved.
Episode Description
English language learners bring unique perspectives to the classroom. And their diverse backgrounds and experiences often impact how they learn. So, it’s important for teachers to take the time to learn about their strengths and challenges.
Learning a new language is hard work. And multilingual students are often learning how to read, write, and do math in that new language all at the same time. In this episode, listen as Understood expert Dr. Claudia Rinaldi explains:
- How teachers can create inclusive learning environments
- Why ELL are both overrepresented and underrepresented in special education
- Ways schools can build stronger partnerships with ELL and their families
Visit the episode page for a transcript and links to helpful resources.
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Related resources
- Understood’s article 4 challenges of English language learners who learn and think differently
- Understood’s article: Learning and thinking differences in the Hispanic community
- In It episode: Joy and justice with Juliana Urtubey, National Teacher of the Year
Listen to Everyone Gets a Juice Box, a new podcast from Understood.org where host Jessica Shaw has honest talks with parents raising kids who learn and think differently.
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