Description
Book SynopsisSupporting children with English as an additional language (EAL) requires detailed knowledge and understanding of their social, cognitive and linguistic needs. Supporting Pupils with EAL in the Primary Classroom highlights the fundamental principles that underpin teaching and learning, and examines practical strategies for classroom practice.
The book focuses on the importance of recognising the knowledge, skills and experience that children with EAL bring to the classroom, whilst identifying the specific support required. It draws on evidence from an extended case study to illustrate essential points and combines this with an examination of relevant theory as well as how this translates to classroom practice.
Key features of the book include:
â Core knowledge and skills about how to support children with EAL
â Case study scenarios to illustrate particular principles, pedagogies and practices
â Practical ideas for the cla
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction
Chapter 2: Bilingualism and learning English as an additional language – history, research and politics
Chapter 3: Acquiring, developing and using language
Chapter 4: Creating and Maintaining a Positive Climate and Ethos
Chapter 5: Promoting Collaborative Dialogue
Chapter 6: Supporting Reading
Chapter 7: Supporting Writing
Chapter 8: Assessing children with English as an additional language
Chapter 9: Developing subject knowledge
Chapter 10: Moving forward and creating possibilities
