A free screening of the film Speaking in Tongues will be Monday, April 6, at the Normal Theater on North Street, followed by a Q and A.
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ISU prepares passionate educators to serve English learners
Airon Giron believes his desire to become a teacher was first awakened in a college-level mathematics classroom in his homeland of Guatemala. His instructor’s ability to make complex concepts relatable and easy to understand made a tremendous impact on him.
Breaking down barriers: Illinois State University empowers teachers to engage English learners in the classroom
It’s happening in classrooms all around the U.S.
Talented, passionate educators who do not possess the pedagogical training to work with English learners are struggling to engage these students through their curriculum. They are confused when English learners can speak English with ease on the playground and at the lunch table but cannot express themselves in the classroom.
College of Education’s active external grant awards
Below is a sample of the College of Education’s active grant awards. To view a more complete listing, please check out the full Annual Report and Findings publication (PDF). Teacher Education and Assessment Continuum for High-need Educators and Resources + Principal Leadership in Urban Schools (TEACHER + PLUS) Project ($1,573,740). This grant builds upon and enhances