28 Jan Why are English language proficiency standards necessary?
1.If content area standards are provided for every grade level, why are English language proficiency standards necessary? Research and explore English language proficiency/development standards for a state other than Arizona (e.g., WIDA standards). What similarities do you see between those standards and Arizona’s ELP standards? Based on the comparison, what are the most important aspects of English language proficiency standards?
2. Which two language acquisition/learning theories (behaviorist, nativist, social interactionist, cognitive, etc.) best reflect your teaching style or the approach to teaching that you prefer? In what ways would each of these theories drive your teaching practice, as applied to ELs? How can these two theories be used simultaneously to enhance learning?
