Unlocking the Power of Comprehension: Effective Reading Strategies for English Learners

Shelly Sanchez Terrell
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60
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Course length
Multi Device
Access from mobile or laptop
4.93
Course rating
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Description

Have you ever pondered how to empower your English learners with effective reading strategies that truly boost comprehension? For English learners, developing strong reading comprehension skills is a vital step towards academic success and language proficiency. Join Shelly Sanchez Terrell for this hands-on, interactive workshop as we explore proven methods that help teachers address the unique literacy challenges faced by English learners, including how to quickly differentiate reading materials and provide students with multiple support features to enhance understanding of the text. Get ready to uncover a treasure trove of resources that will boost reading comprehension skills and cultivate a love for reading among English learners that will last a lifetime! Shelly's expertise in literacy instruction will empower you to redefine your approach to teaching reading and make a profound impact on your students' educational journey.

Objectives

Recall the various reading strategies and techniques discussed in the webinar for enhancing comprehension among English learners. Understand the significance of reading comprehension in promoting language acquisition, academic growth, and a lifelong love for reading among English learners. Apply a diverse range of reading strategies to create engaging and language-enhancing learning experiences for English learners. Analyze the benefits of differentiated instruction and its impact on language development, comprehension, and academic engagement among English learners. Create personalized lesson plans and activities that enhance reading comprehension and language skills for English learners. Evaluate the impact of reading strategies on English learners' language proficiency, comprehension, and love for reading.

Key Take Aways

• Explore a diverse range of proven strategies to engage English learners with texts, boosting comprehension and language development. • Learn how to guide English learners in the process of mastering language through comprehension, fostering deep language acquisition and understanding of texts. • Understand how to tailor your teaching to the unique needs of English learners, creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment. • Discover how to instill a love for reading in your English learners, igniting a passion for lifelong learning while enhancing language proficiency.

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Meet

Shelly Sanchez Terrell

Shelly Sanchez Terrell is an award-winning digital innovator, author, and STEM teacher who has trained educators in over 20 countries. Her accolades include Woman of the Year by NAPW, a Bammy Award, and recognition as the founder of #Edchat and a leader in teacher-driven professional development.
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