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Best Practices In Foreign Language Learning, Kami Kuhlman
Best Practices In Foreign Language Learning, Kami Kuhlman
Master's Theses & Capstone Projects
This literature review explores the best practices in the setting of a second language classroom. The review begins by discussing a historical perspective of best practices in second language learning, legislation on the subject area, and general information about foreign language classrooms. Following, the review covers “core effective practices” as detailed by the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign languages. Used interconnectedly, these practices support one another and provide curricular alignment with purpose; however, many questions remain as to the specificity of such practices as much of what is available remains vague.
Personalized Learning: Utilizing Canvas Technology For Ell Success, Rebekah A. Struble
Personalized Learning: Utilizing Canvas Technology For Ell Success, Rebekah A. Struble
Master's Theses & Capstone Projects
This action research project was put in place in order to identify the possible benefits of utilizing a flipped classroom technology program called Canvas in the sixth grade mathematics class. This implementation was meant as a means to enhance the academic success of the ELL students through a more individualized instruction plan with the aid of a technology program. Video-audios, peer discussion boards, and independent student research in conjunction with teacher guidance, redirection, and classroom group activities were utilized throughout a statistics unit over a one-month period. To properly compare the benefits of the technology program implementation there was also …
Developing Effective Assessment Practices Through Collaboration With Students, Families, And Colleagues, Tara Van Loo
Developing Effective Assessment Practices Through Collaboration With Students, Families, And Colleagues, Tara Van Loo
Master's Theses & Capstone Projects
Developing and implementing effective assessment practices in mainstream classrooms is a thoughtful process. When classroom teachers of English Learners (ELs) seek to design assessments that will yield valuable information to guide whole-group instruction and targeted interventions, the unique needs of ELs must be critically considered. The most effective, appropriate assessments are the result of a collaborative process that invites student, parent, and teacher input, and generates relevant data through authentic, longitudinal learning experiences.