Episode 130 - Beyond Buddies: How Peer Pairing Empowers ELs

The ESL Teaching Podcast

Over the past several weeks, I have been sharing with you three simple accommodations every classroom teacher can make to reach ELs, even newcomers. We talked about why using visuals is essential when working with ELs, as well as what types of visuals to include. We dove into simplifying our language for directions, lesson delivery, and feedback, and why it actually promotes higher order thinking and expression in English. You can listen to those episodes by clicking the links underneath this episode. And in today's episode, I want to talk about the 3rd component that can be confusing, but if executed properly can be a true game changer. I am talking about peer pairing, partnering ELs with supportive peers. You will hear 4 ways you can utilize partnering your English learners with peers, whether native speaking or not, as well as the benefits of this strategy.

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• Episode 130 - Beyond Buddies: How Peer Pairing Empowers ELs

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• Episode 129 - Why Simplifying Your Language for ELs Leads to Effective Higher Order Thinking

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