1. How would you address language form (vocabulary, grammar, and discourse specific to a particular content area) and language function (the purposes for communication/use of language in academic and social contexts) in your classroom? How would you address the relationship between verbal and written expression in your classroom? What strategies would you implement to support the various language needs of ELLs? How would you provide ELLs with content area instruction that meets grade level expectations, while supporting their English language development? What do you think are the biggest challenges with supporting ELLs in this school district? Do you have any advice for incoming teachers with teaching ELLs?
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