1. I have many friends and co-workers that are from sdifferent cultures and speek multiple languages. For example, my best friend is from egypt and speaks arabic, my other friend is from bosnia. I also work with many hispanic men at the resturant i work at. At times it is very frustrating becuase when tey switch to their native language and i cant undstand them i want to know whats going on.
2. I do not have experience working with ELLS
3. nor do i have experience teaching with them
4. I believe that since ELL's have a different native language they often have to work even harder to reteach themselves. their brain has to create new connections, sounds and norms. Although they may be a genius, learning a new language is difficult especially later in life. Students will struggle to read and write and will often at times get frustrated.
5. Learning Difficulties would include phonics, fluency, comprehension, frustration, depression from leaving their country or differences pointed out by students may impact students work and progress. Another difficulty could be parent involvement. because the parents might not know the language yet it will be difficult for the student to look for help from home.
6. Ofter times ELL's get extra or outside assistance in the classroom. strategies like cultural awareness, a program where there is a bilingual teacher as well as resource room time helps the student to transition better. Depending on the student these strategies are effective but it is always important to evaluate the student and make strategies based off their needs. not every student is the same. Family and Community are crucial in helping the student. Like i said before it is hard for a student when the parents/ family are further along then the student. The community should be providing resources for both the student and the family in order to make sure they are adjusting and progressing especially with reading and writing.
7. My intervention strategies would be to evaluate the student and come up with a individualized plan to motivate them and help them progress. i would make sure that i am communicating with all colleagues, family and community of any help they could provide.