Episode 97 - How Teachers Can Harness the Power of Second Language Acquisition Stages when working with ELs

The ESL Teaching Podcast

Jan 9 2024 • 17 mins

Welcome to another episode of The ESL Teaching Podcast! In today's episode, I dive into the fascinating world of second language acquisition stages and how they impact teaching English learners. With a focus on the five stages of second language acquisition, I want to shed light on the importance of understanding this process for educators. From the cooing stage to advanced fluency, I outline the timeline and key milestones in language development, offering valuable insights for teachers working with EL students.

What you will hear about in this episode:

  • First language acquisition stages
  • Second language acquisition stages
  • Importance of understanding where students are on the language acquisition timeline
  • Strategies for teaching newcomers in the silent phase
  • Adjusting lessons for students at different language proficiency levels


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