- Gonzalez cites, “They’re doing twice the job of everybody else in the class, even though the result looks like half as much.” Wow that is such a great perspective. I think it's so true that our students learning English do require more time and processing to understand but it may not always look like it. I think it's so important to use the strategies suggested to help these students and in turn it will help all students.
- Now What?? From the 12 strategies Gonzalez offers, which do you already use consciously? What are the results? Are there any strategies that you connect with and plan to use? How will you know if you are successful? I am a big proponent of using visuals and group work in math class. I love how our new math program has visuals right on the slides for our students. The building thinking classrooms model allows for teachers to use group work which in turn will help all group members practice speaking, thinking and listening skills and deepen their understanding.
