This book is an invaluable resource for training educators to work effectively with English language learners. Making Content Comprehensible presents a coherent, specific, field-tested model of sheltered instruction that specifies the features of a high quality sheltered lesson that teaches content material to English language learners. Each of the 30 items from the SIOP model are illustrated through vignettes. Three different lessons for each item are rated and discussed, allowing the book to be applied to a variety of content areas and grade levels.
Vignettes make the concepts understandable as seen through teacher's descriptions.
Specific, practical ideas for teaching English language learners increase the students' effectiveness in working with English language learners. Introducing Sheltered Instruction. Teacher Preparation and School Reform. Changes in Instructional Practice. The Sheltered Instruction Approach.