Most recent public comments by Teacher Dee Brock https://nowcomment.com/users/40342 https://nowcomment.com/documents/101580?scroll_to=1008815 https://nowcomment.com/documents/101580?scroll_to=1008815 I have always taken the CCSS standards and written it in an "I can" statement for my students. It is much easier to understand the standard and they can really "see" what they are learning. Fri, 11 May 2018 16:47:34 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/101580?scroll_to=1008798 https://nowcomment.com/documents/101580?scroll_to=1008798 The author stated that some approach teaching Els from a deficit perspective. I see it as a chance for all, myself included, to learn about another culture and to understand the world through the EL's eyes. When you look at the classroom look fors, these should be used in every classroom, not just EL classrooms. Students learn better when they feel they are understood, cared for, and the teacher is interested in their life. Learning how to say comment conversational statements help the student feel welcomed. It also shows respect. Despite what your political background and beliefs, as a teacher you need to show empathy and understanding to the inner turmoil many of our ELs are facing. Going that extra step to provide food/clothing/compassion/whatever that student may need, is what will help ease the student and allow him to focus on your lesson rather than the situation at home, at least for a little while. Sun, 22 Apr 2018 21:56:36 -0400