Discussion Post: Clinical Field Experience A- Listening, Speaking & Vocabulary Strategies
Observe at least one grade PreK-3 classroom with ELLs. Focus your observations on the strategies utilized to develop listening, speaking, and vocabulary. Discuss with your mentor teacher strategies they employ to differentiate instruction and assessment to meet the learning needs of all students.
Use any remaining field experience hours to assist the mentor teacher in providing instruction and support to the class.
Write a 250 to 500 words reflection regarding your observations. Your reflection should include an example of the effective use of a strategy within each of the following domains:
o Listening
o Speaking
o Vocabulary development
How could these strategies be differentiated to accommodate ELLs at various levels of English language proficiency?
The response should include a reference list. Using double-space, Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.