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ESL Newsletter A Word From Our Administrative Director of The School of Ed. Dr. Marta Cronin Haiti, Venezuela, Mexico, Colombia Brazil….these are some of the places from where your students come. Civil unrest,
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natural disasters, political upheavals … these are the things that are going on in the home countries of some of your students. Many may have
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family and friends who are directly impacted by these events. Why does this matter? Any good educator knows that their students cannot always leave these things outside of the classroom. They are part of who they are and may affect their performance in your classroom. Take the time to get to know more about your students’ cultures. Give them the opportunity to share (all while practicing
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their English, of course). Let them take pride in becoming part of the American culture while still holding on to theirs.
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Self-efficacy is defined as “the belief in one’s capabilities to organize and execute the courses of action required to manage prospective situations.” In other words, self-efficacy is a person’s belief in his or her ability to succeed in a particular
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situation. Research tells us that self-efficacy plays a huge role in whether or not one succeeds or fails. I am sure many of you have shy students who are hesitant to speak up. Give them those opportunities to be passionate about who they are and
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Notes from the Chair Judy Martin-Hall English as a Second Language Department Chair Thanks for your dedication to making a difference in the lives of our students. Our ESL Award Ceremony on May 13th was a wonderful, successful celebration of our students’ accomplishments throughout the year! I commend each of you for a job well done. And as another academic year comes to a close, we should reflect upon our achievements. Our ESL teaching team provided consistent, quality education to all our ESL students, giving them the English skills necessary to achieve their goals. To ensure that our curriculum supports student success, the team helped with curriculum revisions and text adoptions in our highest “transition” levels. This curriculum effort included piloting and adopting texts which provide context-rich reading and vocabulary development, while infusing writing, critical thinking and higher order thinking skills. As a team, you’ve helped students to complete career interest inventories and encouraged them to attend meetings or workshops on career and college programs and transitioning guidelines. You’ve worked on our retention teams, reaching out to students and encouraging regular attendance for maximum progress. You’ve worked diligently to move students into ABE/GED and college and careers. You’ve helped organize and participated in numerous student-centered community or college events, such as service learning activities OR career and community fairs. You’ve contributed to outstanding International Week events at all campuses, which celebrated the cultural diversity of our students. As a result of YOUR dedication, our students demonstrated a new level of perseverance and commitment, resulting in increased numbers of students moving into ABE/GED and post-secondary courses! Solomon Ortiz, a U.S. Representative, once said, “Education is the key to success in life, and teachers make a lasting impact in the lives of their students.” Although these words are aimed at teachers, the quote really applies to the efforts and impact of each of you on the ESL team. I’m honored to work with such an incredible team. Thanks for changing lives through education – one student at a time!
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Important Dates July 3rd - Schools Closed for Independence day July 7th - 10th — CASAS Summer Post Testing Dates / AM and PM July 14th - 17th — CASAS Make up Testing / AM and PM August 6th - Last Day of Summer Semester August 25th - First Day of Fall Semester Teachers: Please do not forget to turn in your timesheets on: June 25th, 2014 July 23rd, 2014 August 27th, 2014
Using Local Government and Community Resources to Engage ESL Students Would you like to involve your students more in their local community? There is a way for your ESL students to learn how local government works, and at the same time participate actively and contribute to their local community. Give them a schedule of City Council meetings, and invite them to attend. General public has the right of word before the council for 3 minutes or less. However, if they are in the agenda for the meeting they have more time. The links below take you directly to City Council meeting schedules in the four-county area.
In the Spotlight In the spotlight all of our Front Office Teams from all sites and campuses for being the first contact our students have when they come to our programs. From the Chastain Campus in Martin County to the Okeechobee campus; Prima Vista Adult Education Center and Blackburn Educational Building in Saint Lucie County, and the Mueller Campus and our Tepeyac Center in Indian River County, we would like to recognize all of you, our Lead Instructors and Technical Assistants, for always going above and beyond your job description to make sure our students feel welcome and receive the information and services they need and deserve. Thank You!
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Professional Development Offerings from LINCS ELL-U Second Language Acquisition Teaching Emergent Readers Formative Assessment The Role of Culture Principles of Second Language Teaching Learning to Achieve Learning Disabilities and Accommodations Learning Disabilities and English Language learners Learning Disabilities and Neuroscience Professional’s Guide to Educating Adults LINCS Science Engaging Adult Learners in Science Scientific Practices in Context LINCS Technology and Learning Integrating Technology in the Adult Education Classroom Adult Career Pathways (NEW) Building Strategic Partnerships Developing Effective Bridge Programs Designing Contextualized Instruction Integrating Career Counseling and Planning Engaging Employers in Adult Career Pathways
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Learning To Achieve (L2A) For those of our newsletter readers who wish to expand their knowledge of Adults with Learning Disabilities, there are now more modules being offered online by LINCS. If you wish to take the online modules follow these simple steps: 1. Go to http://moodle.cls.utk.edu/login/index.php 2. Click on "Create New Account" 3. Enter the Enrollment key = LTARRCII 4. Upon module completion and survey completion you will receive a certificate.
English Language Learner University (ELL-U) ELL-U is now a member of the LINCS family (Literacy Information and Communication System). You may access all ELL-U resources by visiting the LINCS page at http://lincs.ed.gov/programs/ell-u/ “ELL-U was a free professional development network for ESOL practitioners. The resources developed through this federally-funded initiative were designed to broaden, deepen, and strengthen the knowledge and skills of educators working with adult ELLs. ESOL practitioners and ELLs may continue to leverage these resources and the network of practitioners where they now reside on the LINCS site. Follow the links below to explore these evidence-based, high quality courses and resources. The National Adult English Language Learning Professional Development Network is a “Professional Development Portal for Adult ESOL Educators.” (http://lincs.ed.gov/programs/ell-u/)
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Health Tips by Sarita Akhtar The Anti-Inflammatory / Mediterranean Diet
Countries in the Mediterranean have eaten a simple,
healthful diet for centuries and it has
resulted in a culture which has low obesity rates, low rates of heart disease and low-rates of cholesterol and blood pressure issues. What is this diet you ask? Is it a diet meant for “Royalty” prepared by great chefs? No, it most definitely is not. It is basically a life style which focuses on fresh fruits and vegetables, nuts, beans, fish, whole grains, olive oil, and low amounts of saturated fat. These foods have many
anti-inflammatory benefits and may be helpful for people with Rheumatoid Arthritis as well as numerous other health conditions and
dis-orders. The Mediterranean diet
involves olive oil. Olive oil contains oleocanthal and is a big part of this diet. Oleocanthal is an ingredient which blocks inflammation, as does ibuprofen and aspirin. Fiber is also very beneficial in terms of reducing or eliminating inflammation from your body. Research has shown fiber reduces C-reactive proteins in our body’s blood which contribute to inflammation in our body. (continue page 9)
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ESL Award Ceremony 2014 The 2014 ESL Award Ceremony took place this past May 13 at the McAlpin Theater. Faculty, family and friends as well as IRSC and community guests celebrated our deserving ESL students for a year filled with many accomplishments and hard work. This year some of our students received scholarships, and the most prestigious National Adult Education Honor Society Award (NAEHS). In addition, Community Service Award this year went to Carol and Greg Wyatt who are owners of La Gigante radio station and one of our most important partners in the community. Staff Person of the Year award went to Irma “Frances” Cabriales, and Teacher of the Year award went to our one and only Haydee Snyder. Congratulations to all for such well deserved honors! Irma Cabriales, Irma “Frances” Cabriales and Jose Cabriales. Jennifer Johnson and Sarita Akhtar Dr. Iacono, Mrs. Judy Martin-Hall and Ms. Haydee Snyder.
(above) Dr. Iacono, Mrs. Martin-Hall, Carol Wyatt and Greg Wyatt. (below) Jude Eliassaint and Ligia Hernandez
Our Special Guest, Mrs. Francis Hughes
Glenda Morley and Kathe LaFlamme with their scholarship recipient students.
(left) Dr. Linton Smith. (right)
Dr. Marta Cronin, NAEHS recipients, Dr. Tony Iacono
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POTPOURRI CORNER By Paula DiBartolomeo *potpourri (ˌpəʊˈpʊərɪ) — n , pl –ris 2.a collection of unrelated or disparate items; miscellany [C18: from French)
It’s the good ol’ summertime, and the living is easy! That being said, the “Grammar Police” will be on vacation until the fall. Rather, this column is featuring two links provided by the Publix® Supermarket chain that will both benefit families and provide fun activities for those with infants or pre-school aged children or grandchildren. You may wish to share these with your students for use with their children this summer and beyond! I hope that you all enjoy the lazy, hazy days of summer. Be safe, be well! https://www.publix.com/clubs/common/BabyClub/ ProgramLanding.do http://www.publix.com/preschool/AboutClub.do
Language Adventures Is it true or false? T F The chess term “checkmate” comes from a 14th century Arabic phrase, “shah mat”, which means “the king is helpless”. T F Earth is the only planet in our solar system that’s not named after a god. T F Farsi is the third most commonly spoken language in the world (the first and second are German and Spanish). Send your answers to aprahl@irsc.edu
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Techno Tips by Suzanne Ensmann
Educational Technology Defined So let's talk about "technology in education". What does that mean exactly? Years ago, when I began learning about technology, (and rapidly teaching about it as I grew in awe of how it could improve performance), a valued colleague and respected professor took the time to explain to me how the origins of the word, "technology" actually stemmed from the Greek word, "technologia”. A quick search confirms that the first part, "techne" may "be interpreted as skill or craft and ‘logia’ the comprehension of knowledge. Technology can be seen as a process that is handed down through society to transform and improve our lives" (Selwyn, 2011). Think about that. Just like my colleague had described, that could essentially be interpreted to mean any tool which changes lives for the better! The slate and chalk? Quill pen? Gutenberg's press? Ok, so let's advance to the meaning we all think of today when we think about the word "technology". Today, we think of digital technology, right?
Read More: http://suzanneensmann.weebly.com/blog/educational-technologydefined
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Other beneficial foods are: whole grains, beans, nuts, fruits, and vegetables which provide many anti-inflammatory benefits. Another great advantage to this diet is that it helps prevent obesity. Being overweight is hard on joints, and research shows that
obesity also
promotes inflammation. Foods that are high in omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants may help fight inflammation. Examples of these foods are anchovies, bluefish, herring, mackerel, salmon, sardines, sturgeon, lake trout and tuna. Aim to eat fish high in DHA and EPA omega-3 fatty acids two to three times a week. Fish oil can lower elevated triglyceride levels. Having high levels of this triglyceride fat puts you at risk for heart disease. Fish oil can reduce stiffness and joint pain which
causes rheumatoid arthritis. The
Mediterranean diet is an example of a safe, healthful, and well-balanced diet that helps to fight inflammation.
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IRSC Mission Statement Indian River State College is a comprehensive college accredited to award Baccalaureate Degrees, Associate Degrees, and Career and Technical Certificates. As a leader in education and innovation, IRSC transforms lives by offering high-quality, affordable and accessible education to the residents of Indian River, Martin, Okeechobee, and St. Lucie counties through traditional and electronic delivery. We commit to: • Creating a superior teaching and learning environment • Cultivating student success • Embracing diversity • Stimulating economic growth • Developing a highly-skilled workforce • Building partnerships to expand opportunities • Providing cultural enrichment and lifelong learning
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