I love reading books, especially historical fiction and anything having to do with other cultures. But, in this episode I focus on a different type of book, professional development books for EL teachers. There are plenty of great professional development books out there for EL teachers. I have read many of them and have several more on my list to read next. I love learning from the authors and always walk away with new ideas and inspiration for my practice. I am excited to share some of these professional development books with you in this episode. During the school year, it can be hard to find the time or headspace to read a good professional development book, which is why summer break is a great time to read a book or two to inspire you for the upcoming school year.
Professional development books you will hear about:
- A short handbook for new EL teachers and for those who have EL students in their classrooms
- A book that includes practical tips on how to differentiate instruction for multi level classrooms and great activities that can be implemented right away
- A book that helps teachers move beyond their current practices with EL students. It provides simplified “can do” descriptors that list what students can do at different proficiencies and suggested scaffolds
- A book about celebrating student strengths using the translanguaging approach when teaching English Learners.
- A book to help you improve your ability to develop your colleagues in the best practices you learn and practice.
Resources
As mentioned in the episode, I am linking some useful resources!
- The ESL Teaching Roadmap – membership community for middle and high school ESL/ELL teachers. As a thank you for listening, use code ESLPODCAST for 10% off when you join.
- 25 Authentic Speaking Activities for Your ESL Classroom
- Simply Ieva ESL Teachers Pay Teachers Store
- Teachable Platform – Courses and Workshops
- Follow me on Instagram
- Join the Simply Ieva Facebook Group
The books mentioned in today’s episode:
