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STEM and ELT: Math Modeling Builds Vocabulary, Too!

Darlyne de Haan
Darlyne de Haan

When people first think of math modeling, the usually think of either bar modeling or Singapore Math Model Drawing, because it is one and the same. It is a method of visualizing math word problems and also a method of … Continue reading

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Thinking Tasks: Ensuring MLLs Understand STEM Content

Darlyne de Haan
Darlyne de Haan

I read a tremendous number of books, articles, and blogs on topics that cover math, science, STEM, and general content instruction, to name a few. Although many of these books are not specific to multilingual language learners (MLLs), I am … Continue reading

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8 Strategies for Teaching Math to English Learners

Judie Haynes
Judie Haynes

Classroom and ESL teachers often discuss difficulties they encounter when teaching math to  English learners (ELs). The first step is to look at the challenges your students face when learning math in English. It’s often said that “math is a … Continue reading

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