McGraw-Hill's Glencoe Literature: Texas Treasures Helps Teachers Reach English Language Learners

With an increasing emphasis on developing English Language Proficiency, any language arts program must have the best minds at work to help these students succeed. Many educators have turned to Jana Echevarria Ph.D., a nationally known educational consultant, researcher, and expert in teaching English Language Learners (ELLs), for insight into what makes a successful English Language Learner program.

Dr. Echevarria is a program consultant on Glencoe Literature: Texas Treasures, a comprehensive collection of engaging literature and nonfiction with integrated skill development and targeted differentiated instruction for Texas students in Grades 6-12.

Dr. Echevarria's insights are incorporated into Glencoe Literature: Texas Treasures through research-based techniques embedded throughout the program. Integrated digital and print activities include rich, background building exercises and extensive vocabulary support for ELLs.

"English Language Learners require instruction that focuses on developing academic English, as well as differentiation to meet their academic and linguistic needs," says Dr. Echevarria. "While English Language Learners can and should be expected to participate in grade-level, standards-based instruction, they must also have the concepts, skills, and information presented in a way that is consistent with their level of academic background and English proficiency level," she said.

The differentiated instruction throughout Glencoe Literature: Texas Treasures helps all levels of learners master the revised TEKS, TAKS, EOC, ELPS, and College and Career Readiness Standards. Diagnostic and formative assessments integrated throughout the program help Texas teachers plan and deliver instruction.

"For English Language Learners, a 'one size fits all' approach will not offer the learning opportunities they need to make adequate academic progress and meet high academic standards. These students face the demands of learning both content and English simultaneously. Linguistically appropriate, high-quality instruction for English language learners must be a priority," Dr. Echevarria concluded.

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