english langage development levels of proficiency
DESCRIPTION
Stages of Sequential Second Language AcquisitionTRANSCRIPT
English Language Development
Levels of Proficiency
Beginning Student
Behaviors(3-6 Months)
Silent
Yes/No Responses
Nonverbal – Facial expressions
Gestures
Beginning Instructional
Strategies
Simple SpeechRealiaVisualsRead to Student
Early Intermediate3 months-1 year
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Behavio
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Simple Sentences
Retells Story Events
Basic Vocabulary
Grammatical Errors
Early IntermediateInstructional
Stategies
Predictable Books
Story Frames
Journals
Charts
Direct Vocab. Instruction
Intermediate1-3 Years
Stu
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t Behavio
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Descriptive Vocabulary
Identifies Main Ideas
Summary Statements
Articulates Comparisons
Defines New Vocabulary
Intermediate Instructional Strategies
Study Skills, Use Cognates, Word Origins, Writing, Media Tools, How & Why
Early Advanced3-4 Years
Stu
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Appears Orally Fluent
Uses Academic Vocabulary
Not Quite Grade Level Proficient in Academic Areas
Early Advanced Strategies
Written Language Development
Study/Learning Skills
Formal Grammar Instruction
SDAIE Strategies
Advanced>3 Years
Stu
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Comprehends Content
Generates Discussion
Speaks in Social Settings
Reads/Writes at Grade Level
AdvancedStrategies
Expand Academic
Vocabulary
Refine Writing Skills
Refine Research/Study
Skills
Assign Complex Projects
Works Consulted
Quick Assessment Guide for English Language Development Levels of Proficiency
Boyd-Batstone(2006) Differentiated Early Literacy for English Language Learners. Boston, MA: Allyn & Bacon.