CAL Solutions Professional Development Catalog

CAL SIOP FOR BILITERACY: PLANNING INSTRUCTION WITH PURPOSE ACROSS TWO LANGUAGES

Educators and coaches serving bi/multilingual learners will learn about, and practice using, the eight components of the SIOP Model to effectively teach language and content while addressing the three pillars of dual language programs: bilingualism and biliteracy, high academic achievement, and socio- cultural competence. The workshop will include a variety of activities, including demonstrations, simulations and explanations, small-group tasks, and the creation of activities and lessons. The workshop will encourage reflection needed for each teacher to adapt the CAL SIOP methods to their own unique circumstances. Objectives Develop effective content, language, and cultural objectives Create activities for vocabulary development and background building Scaffold language for content learning Explore ways to compare and contrast (bridge) languages Design interactive activities that promote the use of language models

Design assessments for language learners and assess tasks from the perspective of students learning in two languages

No prior knowledge of the SIOP Model is required for participation.

Time Commitment Designed to be delivered as a two-day workshop. Customizable options available.

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