Structured English Immersion Models Offered in Arizona

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Part 1: SEI Program Model Videos
Define each of the Structured English Immersion
Models offered in Arizona, according to the videos provided.
1. Newcomer Model
https://wested.ent.box.com/s/ml4s0knmi8yz9afqrn77kjclimut5u4s
Working Definition
A newcomer class is a class that comprises newcomer learners whose language proficiency varies.
Characteristics
The learners speak different languages.
Comprises a strategic plan that integrates all learners.
It focuses on academic language study
Strategies I learned are:
Linguistic support to facilitate learners’ transition from informal to academic language.
Clear learning objectives for interconnecting to build the vocabulary.
Expressive approaches that allow learners to share their thoughts and ideas
Connections
At first, I was thinking that teaching language is easy, but now I know it requires effort to teach learners whose language proficiency varies. I was surprised how it is time-consuming for learners to aspect during the learning process.
2. Pull-out Model
https://wested.ent.box.com/s/uiphghgz6bzsmduh35qlf5slk8gctyub
Working Definition (define a pull-out class)
A pull-out class engages in a small group language dive to achieve the targeted outcome.
Characteristics (list 3-5)
It is learner-centered
Learners engage in collaborative learning
It incorporates expressive approaches
Strategies I learned are:
Collaborative learning improves understanding.
The ability of the learner to express their thoughts enables the instructor to determine whether the learner has understood the content being taught or not.
Teaching should be learner-centered to enhance comprehension of the concepts being taught.
Connections
At first, I was thinking language is about communicating eloquently, but now I think it is about understanding every aspect of language and speaking it efficiently. I was surprised by how it takes time for a learner to grasp the whole aspect of a language.
3. 2 Hour Model
https://wested.ent.box.com/s/kv7ykeldwjac4i1h72veavmiuyt92dpc
Working Definition (define a 2-hour class)
A 2-hour class is a class whose primary focus is on science, where every learner is determined to learn various aspects of electricity.
Characteristics
Has pre-reading activities focused on crucial vocabularies and concepts
Engages in collaborative learning
It is learner-centered on increasing engagement a...