ELL concerns
Part of my grades in classes are often tied into proper formatting, grammar and spelling. They lose points on some assignments based on these issues. According to this learning material, we should hold them ll accountable to the same requirements. Does anyone think this might be a barrier to the success of ELL?
I agree with making sure everyone is graded equally, but I sometimes worry because these students consistently lose points in that portion of the assignments grade.
What ideas do you implement to assist with this issue?
April Ragland
Kurt,
this is a good reminder that many of these students are essentially learning two new languages at the same time: English & the technical jargon for the respective fields.
Ryan Meers, Ph.D.
There are no easy answers to dealing with ELL. We have a very accelerated program and find ourselves dealing with students that struggle with English. It is never easy. Learning English alone can be difficult for these students not to mention the use of technical terms!
