Ferlazzo, L., & Sypnieski, K.H. Eight Ways to Use Video with English-Language Learners (October 10, 2012). Retrieved from http://www.edutopia.org/blog/ell-engagement-using-video-larry-ferlazzo-katie-hull-sypnieski. March 10, 2016.
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As we are part of the PL-Tech cohort, incorporating technology into our practicum classrooms is definitely a must. Technology indeed can be a very beneficial entity for students as they can learn through the visuals and the audio. These usually help students understand and learn some concepts better. Interestingly, videos are a great source for helping ELLs apprehend school based material. This blog which I have discovered, suggests how videos are an effective learning tool, as long as they are used in an active way. Videos have the power to integrate and evaluate information presented in diverse media and formats, including visually, quantitatively, and orally. Videos also help apply knowledge of language to understand how language serves in different settings. But as mentioned, videos must be used in the right manner, as some educators will just show videos without watching them, themselves, and have no discussions on them. This blog emphasizes eight great ways of effectively using videos with ELLs in the classroom.
Inquiry Reflection:
For my own inquiry proposal, I have been discussing strategies with my SA. She also agrees that by integrating videos in your lessons, you can efficiently engage the attention of ELLs.
I remember this one lesson she taught in November. This lesson was on recycling. I remember when we were describing and talking about recycling, many students including both ELLs and Non-ELLs were a bit confused. My SA then decided to show them a video on recycling. Not only were the students paying close attention to this video, but during discussion time they had a lot to say. Even the few ELLs in our class were actively participating. As a classroom, we participate in the schools recycling program, and I have noticed how after watching this video, all students know exactly what items are recyclable and what is garbage. I do think the video has been fused well into their heads as they remember it vividly.
I will definitely be using appropriate and useful education based videos in my class to make sure all of my students are benefiting from them.
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http://www.edutopia.org/blog/ell-engagement-using-video-larry-ferlazzo-katie-hull-sypnieski