
Engage
For students at all English language proficiency levels, teachers need to establish positive and encouraging learning environments. Watch this short video to see how a teacher creates an environment where students can take risks and feel that their ideas are valued.
In this 6th-grade science class, Ms. Park discusses how she uses unexpected questions to probe student thinking.
Handling Unexpected Segues
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After viewing the video, think about the following questions:
- How does the teacher encourage English learners to participate in the activity?
- How does the teacher build a positive learning environment?
Optional: Record your thoughts in the Reflection Journal and/or discuss them with your colleagues, either face-to-face or in an online community of practice.

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