"What is a language learner? And, what does a language learner need to grow?" These are two questions we will zoom in on during this professional learning opportunity. Together, we will use our own language learning stories to consider the domains in which we communicate. We will explore the components that shape how we use language (like syntax and semantics) and ‘peek’ into a couple classrooms to see what this is like as a new language learner. We will learn more about the stages of language acquisition, and how WIDA proficiency level descriptors help us identify what language learners can do and are ready to learn how to do next. Please join us!
