Writing Instruction for English Language Learners: What Strategies Do Teachers Use?

• In Event: 29.060 - Biliteracy: Bilingual Children Learning to Read and Write

Abstract

This paper explores the instructional strategies that two bilingual teachers use to support writing development for ELLs who are learning in English, asking the following research question: What strategies do two bilingual teachers use to teach writing to ELLs? This qualitative study used narrative techniques to analyzed data collected during observations and interviews. Lesson plans and student work samples were also examined. Findings indicate that both teachers implemented their writing units in ways that scaffolded language and content through the use of a variety of strategies in ways to guide student learning through interaction in the context of shared learning activities.

Authors

• Sharon H. Ulanoff, California State University - Los Angeles

• Alice Maris Leilani Quiocho, California State University - San Marcos

• Joan C. Fingon, California State University - Los Angeles