Leading Academic Achievement for English Language Learners
eBook - ePub

Leading Academic Achievement for English Language Learners

A Guide for Principals

  1. 168 pages
  2. English
  3. ePUB (mobile friendly)
  4. Available on iOS & Android
eBook - ePub

Leading Academic Achievement for English Language Learners

A Guide for Principals

About this book

"This book will be the catalyst for transforming instruction for English language learners."
—Dalane E. Bouillion, Associate Superintendent
Sprint I.S.D., Houston, TX

"The author offers a wealth of ideas, strategies, suggestions, tips, and tools for implementation. There are logical and helpful conclusions on nearly every page!"
—Cathy A. Patterson, Teacher and Former Assistant Principal
Evergreen Elementary School, Diamond Bar, CA

How to give English language learners every opportunity for success

Are you faced with the challenge of making sure that English language learners succeed? This practical book shows how to shape a school culture conducive to high academic achievement for all students. An award-winning former principal and a professional development specialist provide the steps for developing teacher capacity, applying successful instructional practices, and advocating for ELLs. Written in straightforward language with quick reference charts, summaries, resources, and tools, the text provides:

  • Strategies for creating a culture of ELL advocacy and achievement
  • Case studies from school leaders who have created positive change for ELLs
  • Professional development tools that build teachers? knowledge of second language acquisition
  • Tips for strengthening home–school–community connections

Leading Academic Achievement for English Language Learners is an easy reference for faculty meetings, observations, and staff training sessions. The authors build a valuable bridge between relevant research and practical applications that will reap measurable results.

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Yes, you can access Leading Academic Achievement for English Language Learners by Betty J. Alford,Mary Catherine Niño,Mary Catherine Nino in PDF and/or ePUB format, as well as other popular books in Education & Leadership in Education. We have over one million books available in our catalogue for you to explore.

Information

Publisher
Corwin
Year
2011
Print ISBN
9781412981606
eBook ISBN
9781452237473
Edition
1
Topic
Education
Subtopic
Leadership in Education

Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Dedication
  3. Title Page
  4. Contents
  5. Preface
  6. Acknowledgement
  7. About the Authors
  8. Introduction
  9. Chapter 1 Preparing for Success: Strengthening a Culture of Academic Achievement for English Language Learners
  10. Chapter 2 Advocating for Student Success
  11. Chapter 3 Strengthening Knowledge of Second Language Acquisition
  12. Chapter 4 The Principal’s Role in Building Capacity in the School Through Quality Professional Development
  13. Chapter 5 Strengthening Home-School-Community-University Connections
  14. Chapter 6 Resources for School Improvement in Meeting the Needs of English Language Learners
  15. References
  16. Index