Author

Anna Sanford

Term

Spring 2022

Capstone

Capstone Project

Degree Name

MAEd

Facilitator(s)

Kelly Killorn

Content Expert

Brigid Austin

Abstract

Prior to the 2020 WIDA Standards Framework, English language development instruction has taken many forms; however, this newest framework outlined the need for language to be taught in content instead of isolation. Based on the new standards the question, How can the 6th grade English language arts curriculum be improved to incorporate the WIDA 2020 standards in order to better support ELL students? emerged. The standards coupled with various scholars’ research identified in this project, made it clear that the best language instruction is taught in explicit, direct, and authentic ways. Based on these findings, this capstone identifies intentional instructional strategies, supports, and pedagogies that enhance English language development while incorporating content-specific standards.

Project Type

Curriculum

Keywords

ESL/ ELLs

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text

dc_publisher

DigitalCommons@Hamline

dc_format

application/pdf

dc_source

School of Education Student Capstone Projects

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