Instructing Diverse Learners | Origin: ED106
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Enhancing Student Learning --> Instructing Diverse Learners
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More interaction with the students, keeps them engaged with the content that is being presented
One of your jobs as a group leader is to make sure you just don't say "get in groups". You want (especially at the beginning) to make them co-work with each other.
students learn at different levels and by using repetition and putting words in context will help some students learn easier
Nelia Diaz
It is instructional supports for diverse learners because without instructional supports many learners are not going to be successful.
many students can face learning and language barriers, taking time to learn how to teach and equip yourself with the proper tools can help those students succeed
The information about how to help students remember vocabulary information was very helpful and something I will utilize in my classroom more.
The suggestions to support ELL students are not difficult to incorporate into my anatomy and physiology setting. Everyone is most likely learning a second or third language because medical terminology is based in Latin and Greek. So, there is a ton of repetition however, I do not focus on the sounds of the language for the ELL students, and I think that would be a good place to start.
Use words in context and evaluate with short term projects
There are few of great points are in this section to illustrate how important to understand the students who are English as their learning language while learning the subjects.
It is important to keep in mind the additional difficulties that a student might have when learning in a different language than their own language. Providing vocabulary words with definitions, as well as speaking those words clearly and slowly in class will help the ELL to integrate these words. Additionally using the vocabulary words while teaching concepts and asking students to use the same vocabulary words in their discussions will help to cement this knowledge.
I think it is important to be patient and understanding of any student who might struggle with traditional learning. Find ways to teach to their needs.
I now understand the power of thoughtfully structured learning groups in fostering collaboration, accountability, and higher-order thinking. I plan to implement formal groups with clear expectations, purposeful assignments, and balanced membership to build trust and skill development over time. Through relevant, progressively challenging group tasks, I will promote shared responsibility and deeper engagement in my classroom.
This is a hard task but I think it is very important to consult with the student to get there imput.
being creative can be helpful when interacting with students who's english is second language. short phrases repeated can also be useful
The vocabulary review and in Biology, maybe breaking the meanings of chunks out of the latin words will help students recognize meanings, especially if they are repeated in class a few times.
In higher education, I've encountered many students with significant language-based barriers. In my experience, I've been successful with the concept that "math is universal" and I can usually show what I need them to understand with illustrations and diagrams. Only when I believe they understand what I'm doing will I introduce the necessary language and English vocabulary.
This module taught me that recognizing and respecting diversity in the classroom is essential for creating an inclusive and effective learning environment. Diversity goes beyond cultural or linguistic differences—it includes varying learning styles, abilities, backgrounds, and experiences.
Connecting and understanding my ESL students will help me give them better learning outcomes
Vocabulary words and frequent assessments for students who do not speak English.
