TESOL in the Content Areas
Dr. Diana Schwinge
Bilingual students learn language over time. BICS (Basic Interpersonal Communication Skills) comes before CALP (Cognitive Academic Language Proficiency). While attainment of literacy in English is prioritized by schools, it is still vitally important to develop cognitive knowledge in mathematics, the sciences, social studies, art, physical education, and other content subjects. This presentation will offer ideas for enhancing literacy in the content area classroom for students who are learning English.
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