The changing ELL field: Learning a second language
Dr. Barrera describes the language learning continuum and second language learners' ability to learn multiple skills simultaneously.
Early schooling
Dr. Barrera shares her earliest memories of school in South Texas and the roles both Spanish and English played in her childhood.
STEM learning for parents
Dr. Barrera describes the importance of engaging parents in conversations about science and math.
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Journal writing
Michelle shares her goals for journal assignments and offers some sample topics.
Like television
Michelle shares one of her proudest moments as an ELL teacher.
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Versions
Michelle describes the leveled set of readers she uses with her ELL students.
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Favorite part of job
Michelle explains why it's impossible for her to choose a favorite part of her job.
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Lost (and found) in translation
Michelle shares some of her favorite stories of the ways in which her students continue to surprise her.
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Soccer
Michelle explains why her school's soccer team participation in the state championship was especially meaningful for her.
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Learning from each other
Michelle describes her advisory group and the ways in which all of her students have learned from each other.
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