As an elementary Math teacher, many of these methods are used regularly with in the math class for ALL students, just not ELL students. Math itself is like a foreign language to many students and there are so many concepts to understand and connect together. We try to make the learning as visual as possible. This is done with modeling and manipulatives. We want students to make sense of problems, therefore making drawings or using hands-on materials is a great way to have students make meaning. We often do partner or group work in order for students to talk to with each other about how they are solving problems. Many of our mathematical daily routines revolve around student noticings, wonderings and explanations of their math thinking.
Many of our students struggle with language and concept words. Our math routines are a great way to reinforce, practice and share ideas.
Many of our students struggle with language and concept words. Our math routines are a great way to reinforce, practice and share ideas.