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Understanding ESL Education Concepts

Understanding ESL Education Concepts

Assessment

Interactive Video

English

9th - 10th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

Created by

Richard Gonzalez

FREE Resource

The video discusses the importance of teaching English Language Learners (ELLs) in the U.S., highlighting the growing number of international students and immigrants. It explains the difference between teaching language arts and ESL, emphasizing the need for appropriate terminology. The video outlines the preparation and standards for ESL teachers and explores second language acquisition theories and strategies.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it important for teachers in the U.S. to understand how to teach students from other countries?

Because it helps in cultural exchange.

Because it improves teachers' language skills.

Because it is a requirement for all teachers.

Because there are many international students in the U.S.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the number of international students in U.S. colleges during the 2009-2010 academic year?

100,000

69,90

200,000

50,000

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of public school students in the U.S. come from an immigrant household?

40%

30%

20%

10%

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the preferred term for students learning English as a second language?

English as a Second Language (ESL)

Non-English Speaker (NES)

English Language Learner (ELL)

Limited English Proficient (LEP)

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main focus of language arts teachers?

To teach basic English skills.

To teach grammar rules.

To teach American culture.

To help native speakers refine their English skills.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the five domains of the TESOL standards for ESL teacher education?

Language, Culture, Instruction, Assessment, Certification

Language, Culture, Instruction, Assessment, Pedagogy

Language, Grammar, Culture, Assessment, Professionalism

Language, Culture, Instruction, Assessment, Professionalism

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to Jim Cummins' Iceberg Theory, what are BICS and CALP?

Basic Interpersonal Communication Skills and Cultural Academic Language Proficiency

Basic Interpersonal Communication Skills and Comprehensive Academic Language Proficiency

Basic Interpersonal Communication Skills and Cognitive Academic Language Proficiency

Basic Interpersonal Communication Skills and Contextual Academic Language Proficiency

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