Strategies for SWD and ELLs
Teachers want to help all students feel both supported and challenged. But what happens when a class of 30+ students is full of individuals with different strengths, different learning styles, and different comfort levels with the English language? How can you successfully differentiate instruction for students who work in modalities not typically privileged in schools?
In this three-part series, we'll explore ways for you to integrate multiple modalities into your lessons and units, and will address the promises and challenges of teaching in heterogeneous classrooms by exploring the principles of differentiation. You'll leave equipped with strategies, practices, and support for implementing differentiated instruction in your classroom.
Teachers can earn up to 18 ELL CTLE credits for attending this series.
In this three-part series, we'll explore ways for you to integrate multiple modalities into your lessons and units, and will address the promises and challenges of teaching in heterogeneous classrooms by exploring the principles of differentiation. You'll leave equipped with strategies, practices, and support for implementing differentiated instruction in your classroom.
Teachers can earn up to 18 ELL CTLE credits for attending this series.
Throughout this series, you'll be able to:
- Explore current research related to teaching in heterogeneous classrooms, including teaching ELLs and SWDs
- Apply theories of teaching in heterogeneous classrooms to your current lesson plans and curricula to meet the needs of your students
- Collaborate to research, review, and share effective strategies for working with ELLs and SWDs
- Discover new ways to plan differentiated lessons
Is this series right for you?
Including All Learners welcomes all K-12 educators, but is best for those who want to:
Including All Learners welcomes all K-12 educators, but is best for those who want to:
- Gain a deeper understanding of the principles undergirding differentiation and UDL
- Explore research-based, differentiated learning activities that can be adapted for unique classrooms
- Have an opportunity to plan in an environment that offers support and specific, actionable feedback
Meet your facilitators
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Dr. Laura Rigolosi
Dr. Laura Rigolosi is both practical and creative in her classroom approaches, and finds a way to teach every student! Laura began her teaching career as an English teacher over fifteen years ago, and has since worked with teachers in all disciplines on developing their curriculum. She has lead numerous literacy workshops in NY, NJ, CT, CA and OH. Laura earned her M.A. and Ed.D. From Teachers College, where she also taught in the English Education department. |
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Jacqui Stolzer
Jacqui is currently pursuing a P.h.D. in the English Education department at Teachers College, Columbia University. As a former New York City public school teacher, Jacqui has taught in a wide range of English classrooms, from specialized classes for students with disabilities, to inclusion classrooms, to AP Language and Composition. At CPET, Jacqui has partnered with middle and high school teachers to develop engaging Common Core-aligned ELA curriculum, differentiate for students with disabilities, and cultivate productive co-teaching relationships. She looks forwards to another year of supporting the hardworking and passionate teachers of New York City! |
FAQs
What are CTLE hours, and should I register for them?
Beginning in 2016, a registered holder of a NYS professional classroom teaching certificate, educational leadership certificate, or Level III teaching assistant certificate is required to successfully complete 100 Continuing Teacher and Leader Education (CTLE) hours. Teachers College is a state-approved provider of CTLE hours, and participants can earn up to 18 ELL CTLE hours for attending this series. Attendance will be verified before CTLE credits are awarded.
CTLE information must be included on your registration form. If you decline CTLE hours at the time of registration and change your mind afterward, you'll need to contact us prior to the first session. Once the series begins, we can no longer accommodate CTLE requests.
Do I need ELL CTLE credits?
All teachers must complete a minimum of 15 CTLE hours in language acquisition.
If your professional certificate is in English to Speakers of Other Languages or you hold a bilingual extension annotation, a minimum of 50 percent of your CTLE hours must be in language acquisition, including a focus on best practices for co-teaching strategies and integrating language and content instruction for English language learners.
Can I pay for my registration using a purchase order?
Absolutely! Have your school contact cpet@tc.edu to initiate this process. A PO must be created by your school & received by CPET prior to registration closing in order for a promo code to be generated.
Once we've received a PO, we will provide your school with a promo code to distribute to the teachers they are funding. The promo code will allow you to bypass Eventbrite's payment section, so that there is no out-of-pocket cost to you. You will still be required to complete a registration form.
Is there a New Teacher Network membership discount available for this series?
No, there is no discount available for this series. Please visit our events page to view upcoming workshops & conferences that are offered to NTN members at a reduced price.
What if I need to change or cancel my registration?
If you need to change your registration for any reason: contact us at cpet@tc.edu.
If you need to cancel your registration and receive a refund: contact us at cpet@tc.edu. We can offer refunds through February 4th.
Can I register for only part of the series?
We do not offer per session registration for this series — if you register, it is expected that you will attend all sessions in the series.
Is this the same as the Educating ELLs series that was offered in the fall?
No, these sessions are unique. If you attended Educating ELLs in the fall (sessions November — January), this will not be a repeat for you. Alternatively, if you didn't attend Educating ELLs in the fall, don't worry — the fall sessions are not a prerequisite for this series.
Where are these sessions taking place?
All sessions will take place on the Teachers College, Columbia University campus, which is located at 525 West 120th Street New York, NY 10027. You will receive a specific room number from us closer to the start of the series — the room number will be sent to the email address you included on your registration form.
Teachers College requires all visitors go through security at the Zankel Hall entrance upon arrival. Please have your ticket (electronic or hard copy) and a photo ID on hand to help facilitate this process.
The dates for these sessions don't work for me — are there any other options?
Absolutely! We can provide sessions tailored to you and/or your school on dates that work for you. Reach out to us at cpet@tc.edu or (212) 678-3161 to get started.
Beginning in 2016, a registered holder of a NYS professional classroom teaching certificate, educational leadership certificate, or Level III teaching assistant certificate is required to successfully complete 100 Continuing Teacher and Leader Education (CTLE) hours. Teachers College is a state-approved provider of CTLE hours, and participants can earn up to 18 ELL CTLE hours for attending this series. Attendance will be verified before CTLE credits are awarded.
CTLE information must be included on your registration form. If you decline CTLE hours at the time of registration and change your mind afterward, you'll need to contact us prior to the first session. Once the series begins, we can no longer accommodate CTLE requests.
Do I need ELL CTLE credits?
All teachers must complete a minimum of 15 CTLE hours in language acquisition.
If your professional certificate is in English to Speakers of Other Languages or you hold a bilingual extension annotation, a minimum of 50 percent of your CTLE hours must be in language acquisition, including a focus on best practices for co-teaching strategies and integrating language and content instruction for English language learners.
Can I pay for my registration using a purchase order?
Absolutely! Have your school contact cpet@tc.edu to initiate this process. A PO must be created by your school & received by CPET prior to registration closing in order for a promo code to be generated.
Once we've received a PO, we will provide your school with a promo code to distribute to the teachers they are funding. The promo code will allow you to bypass Eventbrite's payment section, so that there is no out-of-pocket cost to you. You will still be required to complete a registration form.
Is there a New Teacher Network membership discount available for this series?
No, there is no discount available for this series. Please visit our events page to view upcoming workshops & conferences that are offered to NTN members at a reduced price.
What if I need to change or cancel my registration?
If you need to change your registration for any reason: contact us at cpet@tc.edu.
If you need to cancel your registration and receive a refund: contact us at cpet@tc.edu. We can offer refunds through February 4th.
Can I register for only part of the series?
We do not offer per session registration for this series — if you register, it is expected that you will attend all sessions in the series.
Is this the same as the Educating ELLs series that was offered in the fall?
No, these sessions are unique. If you attended Educating ELLs in the fall (sessions November — January), this will not be a repeat for you. Alternatively, if you didn't attend Educating ELLs in the fall, don't worry — the fall sessions are not a prerequisite for this series.
Where are these sessions taking place?
All sessions will take place on the Teachers College, Columbia University campus, which is located at 525 West 120th Street New York, NY 10027. You will receive a specific room number from us closer to the start of the series — the room number will be sent to the email address you included on your registration form.
Teachers College requires all visitors go through security at the Zankel Hall entrance upon arrival. Please have your ticket (electronic or hard copy) and a photo ID on hand to help facilitate this process.
The dates for these sessions don't work for me — are there any other options?
Absolutely! We can provide sessions tailored to you and/or your school on dates that work for you. Reach out to us at cpet@tc.edu or (212) 678-3161 to get started.
