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Achieving the American Dream Preparing ESL Students for a New World. Lesli Gregory Becky Stewart Kelee Walker. The History Behind ESL. Explosion of Immigrants. 430,000 to 502,000 in 2000-2003 Mexico, China, Germany, and Italy 1 in 10 migrant graduated in 1960
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Achieving the American DreamPreparing ESL Students for a New World Lesli Gregory Becky Stewart Kelee Walker
Explosion of Immigrants • 430,000 to 502,000 in 2000-2003 • Mexico, China, Germany, and Italy • 1 in 10 migrant graduated in 1960 • Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) • “Vic” Rivera • No Child Left Behind
Teaching English through the World • Learn English as we learn a foreign language • English as a Foreign Language (EFL)
Learning Environment • Safety/security • Labels in the class • Visuals • Buddy system
Teacher/student relationship • Teacher-centered vs learner-centered • Scripted material • 8 teaching components • Student/student relationship
Math 101 • Importance of communication • Math language • Step by step
Reading 101 • Scaffolding • Pre-reading • During reading • Post reading
Conclusion • Real life application • Learner friendly environment • Teacher flexibility • Success for the students in the real world.