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Kyle Larson
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A Reading Conference, Observed: Language Learning Made Granular
Our system is built on a few things that are a bit outside of the norm. Reading conferences is one of them. But why should they be? The...
Amalia Ibarra
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Checking in and why your English Learners NEED it for Language Learning
For English learners focusing on improvement can significantly enhance their linguistic journey.
Amalia Ibarra
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Step 6: Closing Reading Conferences with Encouragement with ELs
Encouragement in reading conferences is not just a strategy; it's a lifeline that can help these students unlock their full potential
Kyle Larson
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Step 5: Setting Reading Goals in Reading Conferences with English Learners
Up until this point in the protocol for reading conferences, we focus has been purely on the past and present. What can the student do...
Kyle Larson
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Step 4: Drawing Attention to Content-Specific Concepts in Reading Conferences with ELs
How to push the boundaries of untapped knowledge during reading conferences with English learners At first glance, step 4 seems...
Kyle Larson
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Step 3: Assessing ELs in Reading Conferences
Why does assessment have to feel so sterile? What if we could give students time to practice, and supply them with pointers in real time?
Amalia Ibarra
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Step 2: Gauging Prior Knowledge in Reading conferences with ELs
Can background knowledge affect the reliability of your assessments? Reading conferences offer a unique opportunity to delve into the...
Amalia Ibarra
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Step 1: Building Rapport in Reading Conferences with ELs
If relationship is truly what we are building an education on, shouldn't we make time for it? We've all been there—standing before an...
Amalia Ibarra
2 min read
Accommodating for English Learners with Online Books and Reading Conferences
One powerful approach to cater to the diverse needs of ELs is the combination of leveled books and reading conferences.
Empowering Language Growth for Every Student
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