LibGuides: ESL-5003: Week 1 Resources

Week 1 Required Resources

Books

Explorations in Language Acquisition and Use: The Taipei Lectures
Krashen, S. (2003). Explorations in language acquisition and use: The Taipei lectures. Heineman. ISBN 978-0275979126.

Read Chapter 1: Principles of Language Acquisition, Part 1: Theory.
- In this chapter, seminal author Stephen Krashen provides an overview of his theory of language acquisition, including the affective filter.

Articles

Examining culturally diverse learners’ motivation and engagement processes as situated in the context of a complex task
Anyichie, A. C., & Butler, D. L. (2023). Examining culturally diverse learners’ motivation and engagement processes as situated in the context of a complex task. Frontiers in Education, 8. https://doaj.org/article/c93aa515d1264ce68a86d727b39d3c00

In this article, the authors explore how culturally responsive teaching (CRT) and self-regulated learning (SRL) can foster engagement and motivation in diverse classrooms. Through a case study in Canada, they demonstrate that integrating CRT and SRL into complex learning tasks significantly improves students' participation and outcomes. The researchers advocate for pedagogical strategies that consider students' cultural and linguistic backgrounds to enhance their agency and learning experience.

Screening and Assessment of Young English Language Learners
National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). (2005). Screening and assessment of young English language learners. NAEYC.
https://www.naeyc.org/sites/default/files/globally-shared/downloads/PDFs/resources/position-statements/ELL_Supplement_Shorter_Version.pdf

This document from the NAEYC describes the organization’s philosophies with regard to ESL assessment for young children. It emphasizes the importance of developing policies and practices that effectively address the needs of English-language learners.

Preparing teachers for linguistically diverse classrooms—A systematic review on interventions and intersectional perspectives
Volknant, S., & Licandro, U. (2024). Preparing teachers for linguistically diverse classrooms—A systematic review on interventions and intersectional perspectives. Education Sciences, 14(8). https://www.mdpi.com/2227-7102/14/8/846

Volknant and Licandro review interventions aimed at equipping teachers to handle linguistically diverse classrooms. They identify critical areas such as reflective thinking, linguistic awareness, and culturally sensitive instruction. The study critiques the lack of intersectional approaches and advocates for teacher education that integrates comprehensive strategies to address the multifaceted needs of diverse learners.

Teacher assessment literacy in culturally and linguistically diverse classrooms: A Norwegian case study
Wiese, E., & Nortvedt, G. A. (2023). Teacher assessment literacy in culturally and linguistically diverse classrooms: A Norwegian case study. Teaching and Teacher Education, 135, 1–10. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0742051X23003451?dgcid=rss_sd_all

In this article, Wiese and Nortvedt examine assessment literacy among teachers in diverse Norwegian classrooms. The study reveals tensions between achieving equity and inclusion while accommodating students' cultural and linguistic differences. Findings highlight the need for professional development focused on inclusive assessment strategies to balance technical skills with contextual understanding.

Week 1 Optional Resources

If you are unfamiliar with the MELAB or the TOEFL, peruse the following websites to learn more about how the tests are developed, administered, and interpreted. These tests, along with others, will be more fully explored in Week 3.