Problem
Using Wright, W. E. Foundations for Teaching English Language Learners Textbook to answer questions.
A. What kinds of diversity do we find within the category "English language learners"?
B. Why do teachers need to know specific information about their English language learner students' home languages and literacies, English language proficiency, educational histories, and sociocultural experiences?
C. How can knowledge of language help teachers to "think linguistically" about their students, their curriculum, and their classroom instruction?
D. How do students develop proficiency in a new language?
E. How can different theories of language learning inform effective practice?