English as a Second Language (ESL)

‍Summary of what participants can expect during the webinar series:

This webinar series covers essential ESL competencies, starting with language concepts and acquisition, including phonology, morphology, syntax, and the distinctions between social and academic language. Strategies are developed to enhance proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Instruction and assessment methods are then explored, focusing on TEKS and ELPS standards, communicative language development, literacy, phonological skills, and reading comprehension. The series concludes by examining content-based instruction, assessment methods, and promoting cultural awareness, advocacy, and community involvement in ESL classrooms.