Module One: Introduction to English as a Second Language: Linguistic and Cultural Issues
In this module, you will be introduced to English Language Learners (ELL) and the challenges that they face academically, linguistically, culturally and socially.
To meet the needs of ELL students, as well as maintain national standards, we will review the English Language Proficiency Standards.
At the completion of this Module, you will be able to:
- recognize of the value of students' native languages and cultures as the foundation for developing academic language proficiency
- utilize the performance definitions of the "Five Levels of English Language Proficiency" as per current TESOL standards for PreK-12
- explain the importance of the nature of culture and the diversity of learners today, cultural groups, and cultural identity as it influences learners in the classroom
Module One Activity Checklist
Open the Learning Activity Checklist (pdf).
The Checklist can be saved to your local drive by clicking Save 
on the toolbar. As you complete Module Assignments, check them off on this electronic copy. Alternatively, you can print a copy to complete.