CONT540 Module 1: Evidence-Based Strategies

Question 1

Explicit vocabulary instruction can help English language learners build up reading comprehension skills.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 2

English language learners have about the same amount of work to accomplish as mainstream students.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 3

Having high expectations for English language learners can have a negative effect on ELLs and extend “silent periods.”

Accepted Answer

False

Question 4

Teacher modeling is NOT an effective strategy for helping English language learners develop their writing skills.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 5

What is the most effective way to supporting ELLs in mainstream classes?

Accepted Answer

Professional development and collaboration among teachers

Question 6

Reading, writing and oral language proficiency are best developed simultaneously.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 7

Which is NOT a step in effectively teaching vocabulary?

Accepted Answer

drawing pictures of new words

Question 8

Which approach is supported by research as being a high yield activity in vocabulary instruction.

Accepted Answer

oral practice in context

Question 9

Which is the most effective way to help ELLs build up vocabularies they can use in langauge production?

Accepted Answer

explicit and varied instruction

Question 10

Which reading skill is often absent in English language learners and should be a focus of reading instruction?

Accepted Answer

reading comprehension

Questions 10