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What is the first step in planning for ELLs in the classroom?

[a: Assessing students' language proficiency and needs is one of the first steps in welcoming an ELL into the classroom. Beyond these academic efforts, creating a safe environment for new students is also important. Remain curious to learn about the student.

Why is is important to provide visual support for ELLs

[A: It helps ELLs understand content better. This is because visual support coupled with verbal communication provides a more comprehensive approach to learning. This is especially the base for ELLs who are at the beginners stage]

• It makes the classroom look more appealing

• It helps ELLs understand concent better

• Visuals are very helpful for young learners

• It follows the current education trend of learning through art

Why is it important to create culturally diverse lessons (especially for classrooms with ELLs)?

[A: to promote a welcoming environment for all learners. Such efforts go to show cultural recognition and fosters a positive learning environment that embraces cultural diversity]

• It is in line with the provincial curriculum

• To promote a welcoming environment for all learners

• As a way to celebrate special events

What are three checklists for the ongoing stage of planning for ELLs?

[A: answer can vary. It can include things like.... - regular meetings with students - meetings with teaching teams - encourage participation through collaboration - connect with home/family - provide guidance in group work to ensure there are not too many difficulties]

How can we use technology to support ELLs in the classroom? Select the incorrect answer.

[A: Let students find their own tools without guidance since most children are tech-friendly. This is false because it is a biased assumption that most kids know their way around with technology and there is no need for teachers to provide technological resources.]

• Search for ELL-friendly supports in tools you are already using

• Let students find their own tools without guidance since most children are tech-friendly

• Collaborate with other teachers and the student to find tools that specifically addresses the ELLs' needs

• Supplement instruction with an online language-learning tool

When planning a lesson, it is important to consider existing knowledge because....

[A: It allows students to build connections and activate relevant background knowledge. This can be especially helpful for ELLs.]

• All students have similar baselines

• It allows students to build connections and activate relevant background knowledge

• It encourages advanced learners

What are some tools teachers can use in the classroom to support ELLs?

[A: answer can vary. - BBC 6 minutes of English - Doulingo - Quizzlet - Online transcript translators]

What are some strategies teachers can use to help ELLs succeed?

[A: ALL the answers are great ways to support ELLs in the classroom. It is important for teachers to be engaged with their ELLs' learning process and provide tailored support depending on their needs. Therefore, theses are not all the possible answers to the question, just a few examples.]

• Build relationships with your ELLs

• Increase ELLs' language production by encouraging peer interaction

• Take specific measures to teach academic vocabularies and structures

• Make use of the ELLs' existing knowledge to support comprehension and learning

What is UDL?

[A: Universal Design for Learning is an educational framework that provides all students with equal opportunities to learn. UDL is based on a principle which focuses on creating instructional methods, materials, and assessments that can be customized to meet the individual needs of all students.]

UDL focuses on 3 primary principles:

[A: multiple means of representation, action and expression, and engagement. The incorrect answer would fall under action and expression but is not named as the primary principle in the Universal Design for Learning Guidelines]

• multiple means of representation

• multiple means of action and expression

• multiple means of engagement

• multiple means of communication