The new CTLE regulations require that classroom teachers apply 15% of their required hours toward enhancing language acquisition skills for ENL and ELL students. For ELL teachers, the percentage is 50%. This class provides instruction in the best practices as outlined by NYSED in this area. You will learn about the best practices in providing scaffolding, literacy development, aligning instructional resources and academic language. This class is an absolute must for all classroom teachers hoping to help their ENL, ELL, and MLL students learn English and succeed in their content area classes as well.

3 In-service credits