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ESL Instruction : A Practical Approach

This presentation by Dr. Evelyn Lugo Morales explores key characteristics of young English Language Learners (ELLs) and emphasizes the importance of nurturing their native language while acquiring English. Drawing on linguistics and educational theory, it highlights that children are capable of bilingualism without negative consequences. A supportive environment fosters self-esteem and community connections, making the native language an asset rather than a hindrance. The talk focuses on the critical need for meaningful interactions in both languages to promote holistic language development.

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ESL Instruction : A Practical Approach

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  1. ESL Instruction : A Practical Approach Evelyn Lugo Morales, Ed D TESL Universidad del Este, Carolina Campus 2012 Puerto Rico TESOL President June 28, 2012 elugoprtesol2012@gmail.com

  2. 1 FromTheorytoPracticeCharacteristics of ELLs L 1 and L2 Usage Dr E. Lugo Morales

  3. Characteristics of Young ELLs • As Chomsky (1969) demonstrated, children between 5 and 10 years old are still acquiring the structures of their first language. • Older learners have the foundation of a fully developed first language • when they begin acquiring a new language, • Children are perfectly capable of acquiring two or more languages • there is no evidence that this process produces any negative consequences • In many parts of the world it is the norm, rather than the exception, for children to grow up bilingual or multilingual (De Houwer, 1999) • young children do not have a fully developed native language on which to base the learning of a second. Dr E. Lugo Morales http://www.cal.org/resources/digest/0301coltrane.html

  4. Children need to develop their native language(s) along with English • Because • their primary mode of communication with their parents, extended families, and community members is their native language. • So, • they need meaningful interaction opportunities in both languages, including verbal interaction and engagement with printed materials such as books and other media. Dr E. Lugo Morales http://www.cal.org/resources/digest/0301coltrane.html

  5. Learning English as an Additive Process • provides a nurturing, supportive environment for children, which can lead to improved self-esteem and help foster positive relationships with parents and communities • children’s native language is a valuable asset to be fostered. • learning English will not result in the loss of the native language Dr E. Lugo Morales http://www.cal.org/resources/digest/0301coltrane.html

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