California Teacher of English Learners (CTEL)

California Teacher of English Learners certification.

Foundations of English Language DevelopmentCultural and Linguistic DiversityLegal and Ethical Responsibilities
Assessment and Progress MonitoringInstructional Strategies for English LearnersFamily and Community Engagement
Creating Inclusive Lesson PlansSupporting Social and Emotional NeedsUsing Technology with English Learners
Active Reading and Note-TakingTime Management for Test Success
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Instructional Strategies for English Learners

Making Content Comprehensible

Teachers use specific instructional strategies to help ELLs understand academic content while learning English.

Key Methods

  • Scaffolding: Breaking information into smaller, supported steps.
  • Visual Supports: Using images, charts, and real objects.
  • Modeling: Demonstrating tasks before asking students to try.
  • Collaborative Learning: Pairing students for peer support.

Differentiation

Lessons are tailored to students’ language proficiency and learning styles, ensuring everyone can participate and learn.

Academic Language Development

ELLs need extra support with vocabulary, grammar, and subject-specific language.

Examples

  • A science teacher uses diagrams and hands-on experiments.

  • Students practice new vocabulary with sentence frames during discussions.

In a Nutshell

Explains teaching techniques for making lessons accessible to ELLs.

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