English Language Learners

By Kenneth Beare

English language learners can refer to anyone learning English. However, in the United States the phrase English Language Learner is also used to refer to non-native English speakers who attend public schools and need to improve their English skills, while also achieve in core subjects like math, science, etc. There are specific challenges and ways of helping these learners. This short English Language Learner overview goes into some of the strategies used to help English Language Learners do well in the K-12 classroom.

For teachers of other subjects, these two articles focusing on teaching English for non-English teachers should be of help.

Adjusting Your English for English Language Learners
Language Recycling through the Use of Four Skills