We all know that teaching isn’t easy, but it doesn’t have to be this hard. Equipping ELLs is a podcast for both ESL specialists and homeroom teachers who are looking for effective and engaging ways to support their English Language Learners without adding to their endless to-do list.
Tune in each week to hear tips, strategies, and inspirational stories that will empower you to better reach your ELL students, equip them with life-long skills, and strengthen relationships with colleagues and parents.
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Latest Episodes
Sentence Frames for ELL Students: The Scaffold That Changes Everything
Most ELL teachers use sentence frames in some form. But there is a significant difference between having frames on the board and using them in
ESL Speaking Activities That Actually Work for Every Language Level
Most ELL teachers want more speaking in their classrooms. Most ELL teachers also build in speaking time and watch it fall flat — higher-level students
Stop Being the Only Thing Holding Your ELL Classroom Together
What would it feel like to walk into your classroom on a Tuesday morning knowing exactly what every student needs? Not hoping the lesson lands.
Stop Guessing What Your ELL Students Need Next — Do This Instead
Think about the last time you felt truly confident walking into a lesson with your ELL students. Not second-guessing yourself. Not hoping the activity would
What Is Sheltered Instruction And Are Your ELLs Actually Getting It
Most ELL teachers have heard of sheltered instruction. Most have had training on it. Many have the SIOP books on their shelves. And yet in
The Scaffolding Teachers Actually Use — And What Makes Them Work
Most ELL teachers use scaffolding. Most ELL teachers also use it without a clear plan for taking it away. And that gap — between using