Growing Success: Language Tree Strategies for ELL Podcast

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Welcome to Growing Success, where Language Tree Online transforms ELL teaching challenges into actionable solutions. Our expert-led episodes deliver proven strategies for supporting secondary newcomers, managing multi-level classrooms, and accelerating language acquisition. Language Tree Online provides standards-based English Language Development programs for grades 6-12. Through targeted online and teacher-led lessons, we help educators address language skill gaps across all proficiency levels to support both designated and integrated ELD instruction.

Episodes

  1. 5d ago

    Unlocking Writing: How to Develop Confident Multilingual Writers

    Writing is widely considered the most difficult of the four language skills (reading, writing, listening, speaking) for English learners, and this shows up consistently in both research and classroom practice.  This webinar explores the breakthrough that happens when writing instruction starts with what students already bring to the table — their home languages, experiences, and ideas. Join us for a practical walkthrough of the accommodations and scaffolds that you can use to help middle and high school English learners of all levels make progress in writing.   Dr. Peixoto will share experiences from her own classroom research. These include instructional recommendations and examples of writing progression from her newcomer, intermediate-level, and upper-intermediate/advanced students. You'll come away with a practical sequence you can apply in your own instruction, plus a clear view of how to release support as your students build confidence and proficiency in writing.     What You'll Learn: How to match accommodations to different proficiency levels, from using word banks, sentence frames, visuals, and cognates for newcomers and beginner ELs, to scaffolding adapted to more advanced English learnersHow to build writing independence through positive feedback, teacher-student revision conversations, peer conferences, and moreSimple path to improved writing fluency grounded in equity, ownership, agency, and gradual release of responsibility; learn translanguaging strategies and leverage graphic organizers to help structure output Panelists: David Noyes, NBCT National Board-Certified ELD Educator Head of Curriculum at Language Tree Online Former ELD Coach Dr. Sinélia Peixoto  EL Teacher, Indian River School District  Co-author, Chapter 3 in Nine Dimensions of Scaffolding for Multilingual Learners (2025). Corwin Press. Co-author, When Would You Feel Like a Writer? Exploring Writing with Newcomer Students (2024). English Journal.

  2. Feb 26

    Management Strategies for Mixed-Level English Learner Classrooms

    Teaching English learners of varying proficiency levels in a single classroom can be done! Multi-level classrooms can be challenging to manage, but also present unique peer learning opportunities that benefit all students. This webinar explores practical, research-informed strategies for creating an inclusive learning environment where students can thrive regardless of their current language abilities. Learn from our panel of experienced ELD specialists as they share proven strategies for successfully managing a classroom with diverse learners. You'll leave with actionable strategies that respect each student's starting point while ensuring everyone moves forward in their language development journey. Featuring Panelists: David Noyes, NBCT National Board-Certified ELD Educator Head of Curriculum at Language Tree Online Former ELPAC Evaluator Brenda Venoutsos Director of English Language Learners Libertas Academy What You’ll Learn: How to balance whole-class instruction with targeted small-group work and leverage peer learning opportunitiesMethods for assessing student needs and resources to differentiate instruction effectively, from beginner newcomers to more advanced learnersTechniques for flexible grouping, tiered assignments, and using anchor/independent activities that keep all learners engaged and progressing *** 💡 Learn More About Language Tree Online: 💚 Visit our website for more information and resources   📚 Explore the Blog   👉 FREE Teacher Resources   🔗 Connect with Us on Social Media: ✅ Follow us on Instagram ✅ Like our Facebook page ✅ Connect with us on LinkedIn ✅ Engage on Bluesky   💬 Have Questions or Need Support? Reach out to our team at: info@languagetreeonline.com

  3. 11/12/2025

    Preparing Students for Success on the Summative ELP Assessments

    Summative ELP assessments are fast approaching, and the stakes are high. Results directly impact reclassification decisions — making it all the more frustrating when students can't demonstrate their true language competency because they weren't adequately prepared. The reality is that summative assessments, such as ACCESS, ELPAC, AZELLA, and ELPA21, are comprehensive and rigorous. Students need targeted preparation and practice well ahead of the test day. Listen to our panel of experienced ELD specialists as they share proven strategies to enhance student performance and support progress toward reclassification. When English learners know what to expect and have practiced these skills, they can truly “show what they know” in the upcoming summative language proficiency assessments. Panelists: David Noyes, NBCT National Board-Certified ELD Educator Head of Curriculum at Language Tree Online Former ELPAC Evaluator Janet Ilko, Ed.D Director of English Language Development Springs Charter Schools What You’ll Learn: How to build student buy-in and confidence: Practical approaches to motivate students and reduce test anxietyDomain-specific strategies: Proven techniques and tips to optimize performance in the Reading, Writing, Listening, and Speaking domainsWhere to prioritize limited prep time: How to  focus on the critical language skills that will be assessedWhy purposeful practice is important: Creating successful academic readers and writers *** 💡 Learn More About Language Tree Online: 💚 Visit our ⁠website⁠ for more information and resources   📚 Explore the ⁠Blog⁠   👉 ⁠FREE Teacher Resources⁠   🔗 Connect with Us on Social Media: ✅ Follow us on ⁠Instagram ⁠ ✅ Like our ⁠Facebook⁠ page ✅ Connect with us on ⁠LinkedIn⁠ ✅ Engage on ⁠Bluesky⁠   💬 Have Questions or Need Support? Reach out to our team at: ⁠info@languagetreeonline.com

  4. 04/21/2025

    The Multilingual Toolkit: Proven Tools and Resources for English Learners

    Are your instructional materials meeting the needs of today’s middle and high school multilingual learners? In our latest podcast, expert ELD educators share: ✅ How to evaluate developmentally appropriate and academically rigorous resources for secondary ELLs ✅ Examples of these resources ✅ Strategies to engage students and promote productive language  ✅ Real-world lesson planning for ELD instruction  Learn how to build your multilingual toolkit with the right ELD resources.  *** 💡 Learn More About Language Tree Online: 💚 Visit our ⁠website⁠ for more information and resources   📚 Explore the ⁠Blog⁠   👉 ⁠FREE Teacher Resources⁠   🔗 Connect with Us on Social Media: ✅ Follow us on ⁠Instagram ⁠ ✅ Like our ⁠Facebook⁠ page ✅ Connect with us on ⁠LinkedIn⁠ ✅ Engage on ⁠Bluesky⁠   💬 Have Questions or Need Support? Reach out to our team at: ⁠info@languagetreeonline.com

  5. 01/29/2025

    Focus on What Matters: Essential Skills for Each ELL Proficiency Level

    In this episode, Focus on What Matters: Essential Skills for Each ELL Proficiency Level, we bring together a panel of ELD experts with extensive classroom experience to share actionable strategies for educators. We discuss: ✅ The crucial first step in addressing English learners’ needs ✅ The most critical skills for each ELL proficiency level ✅ Tools to effectively teach these skills for each learner level ✅ How to know if students are truly progressing  Whether you’re an ELD teacher, administrator, or content-area educator, these insights can help you better support multilingual learners. *** 💡 Learn More About Language Tree Online: 💚 Visit our ⁠website⁠ for more information and resources   📚 Explore the ⁠Blog⁠   👉 ⁠FREE Teacher Resources⁠   🔗 Connect with Us on Social Media: ✅ Follow us on ⁠Instagram ⁠ ✅ Like our ⁠Facebook⁠ page ✅ Connect with us on ⁠LinkedIn⁠ ✅ Engage on ⁠Bluesky⁠   💬 Have Questions or Need Support? Reach out to our team at: ⁠info@languagetreeonline.com

  6. 01/21/2025

    Proven Strategies for Supporting Secondary Newcomers

    How can educators equip Newcomers with the essential language skills and social-emotional support they need to thrive?  Join us for a dynamic 30-minute webinar featuring a panel of seasoned ELD experts, each with decades of classroom experience. They’ll share actionable strategies and key insights for effectively supporting Newcomers in your classroom. Meet Our Expert Panel: David Noyes ➡️ Head of Curriculum, Language Tree Online   ➡️ National Board Certified ELD Educator with 30+ years of experience   ➡️ Evaluator for California's English Language Proficiency Assessment (ELPAC) Joy Sanfilippo ➡️ ESOL Program Specialist, Flagler County Schools, Florida   ➡️ 15+ years of experience supporting educators of English learners   ➡️ Graduate research focused on the unique challenges facing secondary-level ELLs and their teachers Shehnaz Wadhwania, Ed.D ➡️ Language Acquisition Coordinator, Pleasanton USD, California   ➡️ 18+ years in K-12 Urban Education   ➡️ Doctoral Dissertation: The SST Referral Process for ELLs 32 In this webinar, you’ll discover: ✅ Overlooked yet crucial language skills every Newcomer needs   ✅ Effective strategies to engage older Newcomers navigating acculturation   ✅ Techniques for managing diverse, multi-level classrooms   ✅ Must-have resources to accelerate Newcomer progress *** 💡 Learn More About Language Tree Online: 💚 Visit our ⁠website⁠ for more information and resources   📚 Explore the ⁠Blog⁠   👉 ⁠FREE Teacher Resources⁠   🔗 Connect with Us on Social Media: ✅ Follow us on ⁠Instagram ⁠ ✅ Like our ⁠Facebook⁠ page ✅ Connect with us on ⁠LinkedIn⁠ ✅ Engage on ⁠Bluesky⁠   💬 Have Questions or Need Support? Reach out to our team at: ⁠info@languagetreeonline.com

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Welcome to Growing Success, where Language Tree Online transforms ELL teaching challenges into actionable solutions. Our expert-led episodes deliver proven strategies for supporting secondary newcomers, managing multi-level classrooms, and accelerating language acquisition. Language Tree Online provides standards-based English Language Development programs for grades 6-12. Through targeted online and teacher-led lessons, we help educators address language skill gaps across all proficiency levels to support both designated and integrated ELD instruction.

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