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Effective Reading Instruction for Multilingual Learners (And Why It Works for Everyone)
Manage episode 477668067 series 2982014
Episode 223
Antonio Fierro and Gabi Bell Jimenez break down the essentials of teaching English learners—covering the simple view of reading, oracy, and literacy instruction.
English learners thrive when we amplify language, not simplify it. They explore how to build language like Legos—piece by piece—so students can truly master it.
Key Takeaways:
✅ Embed language development into reading instruction
✅ Use images and real-world connections to deepen understanding
✅ Keep content rigorous while supporting language growth
Listen in for practical strategies to help your English learners (and ALL learners) succeed!
Resources
- Strategic Use of Visuals by Antonio Fierro and Gabi Bell Jimenez
- National Literacy Panel on Language-Minority Children and Youth
We answer your questions about teaching reading in The Literacy 50-A Q&A Handbook for Teachers: Real-World Answers to Questions About Reading That Keep You Up at Night.
Grab free resources and episode alerts! Sign up for our email list at literacypodcast.com.
Join our community on Facebook, and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, & Twitter.
Chapters
1. English Learners and Literacy Foundation (00:00:00)
2. Simple View of Reading for ELs (00:08:38)
3. Language Foundations and Common Misconceptions (00:16:40)
4. Building on Language Strengths (00:29:09)
5. Using Images to Amplify Understanding (00:44:06)
6. Practical Application in Third Grade Standards (00:56:32)
7. Final Thoughts and Key Takeaways (01:06:30)
302 episodes
Manage episode 477668067 series 2982014
Episode 223
Antonio Fierro and Gabi Bell Jimenez break down the essentials of teaching English learners—covering the simple view of reading, oracy, and literacy instruction.
English learners thrive when we amplify language, not simplify it. They explore how to build language like Legos—piece by piece—so students can truly master it.
Key Takeaways:
✅ Embed language development into reading instruction
✅ Use images and real-world connections to deepen understanding
✅ Keep content rigorous while supporting language growth
Listen in for practical strategies to help your English learners (and ALL learners) succeed!
Resources
- Strategic Use of Visuals by Antonio Fierro and Gabi Bell Jimenez
- National Literacy Panel on Language-Minority Children and Youth
We answer your questions about teaching reading in The Literacy 50-A Q&A Handbook for Teachers: Real-World Answers to Questions About Reading That Keep You Up at Night.
Grab free resources and episode alerts! Sign up for our email list at literacypodcast.com.
Join our community on Facebook, and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, & Twitter.
Chapters
1. English Learners and Literacy Foundation (00:00:00)
2. Simple View of Reading for ELs (00:08:38)
3. Language Foundations and Common Misconceptions (00:16:40)
4. Building on Language Strengths (00:29:09)
5. Using Images to Amplify Understanding (00:44:06)
6. Practical Application in Third Grade Standards (00:56:32)
7. Final Thoughts and Key Takeaways (01:06:30)
302 episodes
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