Considering the Relationship Between Coursework and Practice for Teachers of Multilingual Learners

• In Event: Roundtable Session III
  In Roundtable Session: Cultivating Productive Action to Address the Needs of Multilingual Learners

Abstract

Educators need to be able to support multilingual learners' (MLs') language development while ensuring access to academic content. However, many educators feel they are unable to do this. Therefore, we provided structures and supports for in-service teachers (ISTs) working with MLs through coursework and coaching. Drawing on pre- and post-program observations, and lesson and unit plans, with accompanying reflections from 19 participants, we found that teachers improved their practices, while reflecting on MLs’ affective learning needs.

Authors

• Monica Yoo, University of Colorado Colorado Springs

• Leslie Grant, University of Colorado Colorado Springs