07.02.13 ~ Richard-Amato - Chapter 13
This chapter was about ways in which literacy develops in a second language classroom, and the ways in which literacy can be fostered. It seems to me that teaching literacy in a second language is a lot like teaching literacy in general. The language experience approach is one of the same strategies a kindergarten teacher may use for her students who are learning to write in their native languages. This chapter also discusses why literature based lessons should be used and strategies for teaching them effectively. Mostly all of these strategies mirror what I have learned about teaching literacy to children who are learning in their native languages. So, I think my training as a classroom teacher will come in very helpful when I am an ESL teacher!
This chapter was about ways in which literacy develops in a second language classroom, and the ways in which literacy can be fostered. It seems to me that teaching literacy in a second language is a lot like teaching literacy in general. The language experience approach is one of the same strategies a kindergarten teacher may use for her students who are learning to write in their native languages. This chapter also discusses why literature based lessons should be used and strategies for teaching them effectively. Mostly all of these strategies mirror what I have learned about teaching literacy to children who are learning in their native languages. So, I think my training as a classroom teacher will come in very helpful when I am an ESL teacher!
Putting together an account of some event, real or virtual, can be an amazing, fun experience.
ReplyDeleteAnother teacher and I would stage a "theft" just so my students and I could write about it. It was perfect for helping students get the passé composé/imparfait difference.