Unlocking English Learner Potential ELD Book Study Spring 2024 (5.09A, 5.09B, 5.10A, 5.10B, 5.11A, 5.11B, 5.12A, 5.12B)

Course Description

• Attendance and participation are required for the Google Meet from 4:15-5:00pm on the following the dates:
  • Session 1: Tuesday, January 23
  • Session 2: Tuesday, January 30
  • Session 3: Tuesday, February 6
  • Session 4: Tuesday, February 13
  • Session 5: Tuesday, February 20
  • Participants will examine the WIDA Guiding Principles and how they frame ELD programming and approaches to teaching multilingual learners in DCSD. Participants will read the assigned book and engage in discussions about the reading as it relates to English learners.
• Lead Learner (Facilitator): Becky Corr | Jesse Van Divier
• Credit(s) and Type: 10 Hours Relicensure | English Language Development (ELD)

Target Audience

• Admin/Pro-Tech, Certified Staff, Classified Staff
• Open to Substitute Teachers = Yes 
• Open to Student Teachers = Yes 
• Open to Charter School Staff = Yes
  • Charter Certified or Classified

Meeting Information

• Dates: January 23, January 30, February 6, February 13, and February 20, 2024
• Time: 4:15 - 5:00 PM
• Google Meet

Course Outcomes

Here are the outcomes for the course:

• Participants will be able to apply instructional strategies to support multilingual learners.
• Participants will be able to apply strategies to engage families.