Math and English Language Learners

NALDIC Math and language in the bilingual classroom - from the UK

The ELL Outlook - English Language Learners in rural settings - mentions SMC.(08/31/06)

TODOS -  Mathematics For All

Ethnomathematics - The study of the effects of culture upon the study of mathematics.

Mathematics and Multi-Ethnic Students; Exemplary Practices - An interesting new book from Eye on Learning

QUEST:  Teaching ESL Students in the Content Areas: Mathematics

CAL; Reforming Mathematics Instruction for ESL Literacy Students

NCBE: Preparing Secondary Education Teachers to Work with English Language Learners: Mathematics 

Vermont DOE Framework of Standards, and Grade Expectations  for Non-Native Language Learners

Enriching Content Classes for Secondary ERSOL Students - Center for Applied Linguistics

Algorithm Collection Project - cultural differences in algorithmic procedures

Ethnomathematics- the International Study group on Ethnomathemtics

APA Monitor - Words get in the way - the English language may hamper the development of math skills.

The HELP Program - A program based in Colorado designed to help Latino students learn math, among other things.

The Adult Numeracy Project - Part of the NCTM; a project designed to help  adults learn mathematics.  

§         Ensuring Success for English Language Learners, Laurie Olsen, Language Minority Research Institute @ UCSB www.lmri.ucsb.edu/publications/newsletters/v15n4.pdf

§         CREDE Principles  http://www.cal.org/resources/digest/crede001.html 

§         Good overview of instructional needs of ELLs, especially pages 1-5  http://crede.berkeley.edu/tools/policy/siop/1.3doc2.shtml

§         Issue of equity of literacy-based math assessment for ELLs, especially pages 1-5 http://findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_qa3722/is_200507/ai_n15715880/print

§         Reforming Mathematics Instruction for ESL Literacy Students
http://www.cal.org/resources/digest/buchan01.html

§         Helping ELLs in the Math Classroom www.glencoe.com/sec/teachingtoday/subject/help_ELL_math.phtml

§         Feb, 2007 US DOE-approved accommodations guide for testing ELLs http://www.ncela.gwu.edu/resabout/accommodations/index.html

§         Resource list on math literacy for ELLs http://www.ncela.gwu.edu/resabout/literacy/3_content/2_math.htm

§         A U.S. DoE-approved math program for rapid remediation of gaps in knowledge for immigrant and refugee students--Fast Math http://www.ncela.gwu.edu/resabout/literacy/fastmath/index.htm

§          www.vermontesl.org Many ready-to-use lesson plans, handbooks, etc. for K-12 content teachers

§         www.ncela.gwu.edu US Dept of Ed, Office of English Language Acquisition—scholarly articles about ELL education

§         www.crede.org Center for Research on Education, Diversity and Excellence

§         www.cal.org Center for Applied Linguistics. Excellent 1-2 page summaries of info, many very practical tips for teachers of CLDS.

§         In the Classroom: A Toolkit for Effective Instruction of English Learners
http://www.ncela.gwu.edu/practice/itc/
A comprehensive series of resources, including some content area resources, intended to help mainstream teachers teach English learners.

§         Helping the Mainstream Teacher in Content Area Classes
http://www.everythingesl.net/inservices/helping_mainstream_teachers_co_92135.php
This site includes information about how to help ELLs meet their unique challenges in Reading, Math, Science and Social Studies.

§         The Help! Kit for Secondary Teachers of Migrant English Language Learners from Escort
http://www.escort.org
Another kit with various parts designed to meet the needs of mainstream or classroom teachers with English learners. Includes content area materials.

§         Unlocking the Language of Mathematics to Ensure Our English Learners Acquire Algebra
http://ucaccord.gseis.ucla.edu/publications/pubs/pb-006-1004.pdf

§         Culturally responsive Teaching. Gay (2000) identifies 6 characteristics of culturally responsive teaching; http://www.intime.uni.edu/multiculture/curriculum/culture/Teaching.htm

§         The Ethnomathemtics Digitial Library ;  a collection of resources specifically for mathematics and cultural diversity; http://www.ethnomath.org/search/browseResources.asp?type=subject&id=425

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