Academic Vocabulary for English Learners

Grant Description
Co-Applicants: 
Brienne Lopez
Vicki Decker
Gina Stephens
Sarah Adams
Maribeth Kehoe
Grant Description: 

This easy-to-implement program teaches 60 essential academic vocabulary and language development skills English Learners need to succeed in school settings. Curriculum covers academic, high frequency, precision and multiple-meaning words. This ALD (Academic Language Development) program provides our Long Term English Learners with plenty of opportunities for ongoing practice and review to help students deeply process word meanings.

October, 2011
Grant Details
Number of Students: 
110
Program Objectives: 

Students will understand the core content curriculum orally and in writing using complex academic vocabulary to determine meaning. As students progress through school and attempt to comprehend more challenging text, academic vocabulary becomes increasingly important. Long Term ELs will increase their independent reading and improve in comprehension and oral language development.

Methods of Implementation: 

To develop student's academic vocabulary, ELD 4-5 classes will offer Academic Language Development daily with rich and varied language experiences, teaching individual words using precise visual definitions, and teaching word learning strategies. 

Measures of success or achievement: 

CELDT (California English Language Development Test)- Annual Assessment, CST ELA, District Standards Assessments (DSAs), Reclassification Criteria for ELLs, Teacher Evaluation, Formative Reading Selection Tests (ELD/High Point)

How does this grant tie into your PLC: 

Our ELD PLC has clearly defined the need for Academic Language Development for our Long Term ELs. Long Terms ELs are defined by our district as more than 5 years in ELD, not met reclassification criteria, and show evidence of inadequate progress with all or most of their education in US schools. Acquiring grade appropriate academic language proficiency is urgent for middle school students. Recommended Program: ELD/ALD with appropriate materials and a concurrent grade level ELA class.

Budget
Itemized List
Item Description: 
Academic Vocabulary for English Learners Class Set $198.95 X3
Taxes: 
$44.02
Shipping: 
$59.69
Links: 
Academic Vocabulary for English Learners
Long Term English Learners
Grant Category: 
Literacy
Site(s): 
Alder Creek Middle School
Grade(s): 
Middle School
Amount Funded: 
$701