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Language Forms and Functions in an ESL Classroom

Use Short Films in the ESL Classroom

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K.I.M. – A Highly Effective Strategy to Build Vocabulary Across Any Content Area

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Digital Word Study for ELs

Digital Word Study for the ESL Classroom

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ESL Newcomer Activities

Independent Classroom Activities for Newcomers

Building Sight Word Knowledge with Beginning English Learners

Teaching Compare and Contrast

Teach Compare and Contrast with Short Films

Instructional Resources for the ESL Classroom

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Setting Language Goals with English Language Learners

Modified Guided Reading for ELLs: Strategies that Support Language

Planning ESL Lessons

3 Weekly ESL Activities that Do Not Require Planning Time

Math Strategies for Beginning English Language Learners

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