Math for Hispanic ELs: A Teacher's Guide for the Classroom and Distance Learning (K to 2) - Softcover

Ewing, Dr. Jim

Softcover

ISBN 13: 9798681853503

Publisher: Independently published, 2020

Synopsis

TIME-SAVING GUIDE TO MEET THE NEEDS OF ELS IN MATH (K to 2): Do you know how to meet the needs of ELs in math? Can you do that remotely? Despite all the hard work of teachers, many students stopped doing math during Covid-19. If you have Hispanic ELs, here is the solution for you: A GUIDE! Math for Hispanic ELs: A Teacher’s Guide to Classroom and Distance Learning (K-2) includes:•Step-by-step explanations, so you can effortlessly apply the specific strategies as needed.• Lesson plans tailored to meet the needs of Hispanic students, so you are prepared whether you teach in the classroom or online.•What to do if your students do not have Wi-Fi? Use activities about Hispanic students so they love doing math at home. Also, boost parent collaboration by sending home a letter in Spanish, which is included in this guide.•Lots of culturally responsive word problems about Hispanic ELs with visuals and sentence stems that help you connect with your students.In a teacher’s words, “Dr. Ewing makes teaching math to ELs so simple. He has guided me and can guide you too.” By Kelly James, teacher and ESL coordinator at Beaumont, Texas.Let me guide you through these challenging times. I know how demanding your job is because I was a teacher myself for 24 years and an administrator for eight. Now, I am a professor and author of “Math for ELLs. As Easy as Uno, Dos, Tres.” This guide is full of lesson plans, activities, and easy explanations, so you can meet the needs of ELs in math both in the classroom and remotely.

About this title

About the Author

Dr. Jim Ewing is the author of "Math for ELLs. As Easy as Uno, Dos, Tres." Jim is an associate professor. He also gives teacher workshops both online and in person.

From the Back Cover

Dr. Ewing's guide and lessons address barriers that Spanish-speaking emerging bilinguals can face when learning math. The culturally responsive lessons foster engagement by utilizing familiar materials students are likely to have in their homes as well as scenarios and contexts that are familiar to Latinx families. The lessons emphasize the importance of language development and problem-solving as opposed to the need to quickly demonstrate a single correct answer without producing any language. Additionally, they leverage the use of Spanish words to encourage positive math mindsets and affirm identity with attention to synchronous and asynchronous learning opportunities.

By Katie Toppell Ed.D (K-5 ELD specialist).

Dr. Jim builds on his great book Math for ELLs: As Easy as Uno, Dos, Tres! The language of math is super important for daily life. Dr. Jim helps teachers and emergent bilinguals see that math translanguaging, numeracy, literacy, and traversing the similarities or differences between English and Spanish language math is an important skill. Teachers will see examples of how to foster a positive math mindset through Culturally Responsive examples and lessons and praising learners for their efforts. Learners will see that math is approachable, maybe even fun. Dr. Jim guides teachers on how to build connects with emergent bilinguals, their families and the reverse, how emergent bilinguals can connect with their teachers and other students. ¡Todos ganan!

Shawn Slakk

abcd2sco.com

@abcd2sco

From the Inside Flap

How can we help English Learning (ELs) thrive in the mathematics classroom? What is needed to ensure that our young mathematicians are learning at a high level during virtual learning or in classroom learning? This guide shares strategies that are culturally responsive, capitalize on students' first language (Spanish) and celebrates their funds of knowledge. Regardless of the setting in which instruction takes place it is imperative that teachers build genuine relationships that will encourage students to put their best efforts forward, maintain engagement, and help develop intrinsic motivation. Our ELs are not blank slates that do not have a language. ELs already know one or more languages and are adding another language (English) to their repertoire. ELs are doing math and making math conjectures at home and they take part in math instruction with those life experiences internalized. This guide focuses on strategies and tools that make mathematics an enjoyable experience for students, sees home experiences as an asset and promotes a positive mathematical mindset. All students are math language learners! All teachers are math language teachers! It is the responsibility of all mathematics teachers to work with their students to develop both their math academic language and math understanding. This guide explores the idea that mathematics is more than numbers, figures, and symbols. While the "language of math" is very similar in Spanish & English, our students need to be made aware of these similarities and require practice in making connections between both languages. In order for ELs to thrive they must have high confidence and take ownership of their learning. ELs need teachers to guide their thinking as they work through figure things out and push through challenges by employing strategies they have consistently practiced with their teacher. These valuable learning opportunities can only take place in a risk-free environment where they are encouraged to share their thinking and make mistakes. In this guide, Dr. Ewing explores four tools, numerous strategies, sample activities, example lesson plans, and reflection questions. This guide will support teachers as they plan for targeted and engaging student-centered instruction during distance or in classroom learning.

Cindy Garcia
TeachingElementaryELs.weebly.com
Twitter@CindyGarciaTX

I met Jim Ewing shortly after his book Math for ELLs. As Easy As Uno, Dos, Tres was released. I couldn't put his book down! I could immediately tell that he had a pulse on the current struggles educators have teaching our English Learners (ELs), now better known as Emergent Bilinguals (EBs).

Hispanic/Latino students represent the largest ethnic group being educated in our current school system. For years, teachers have advocated for the need to connect,engage, motivate, and support our EBs. Emergent bilinguals ARE capable of learning alongside their English speaking peers. They CAN succeed, even as the educational landscape is changing.

In my work with teachers as a math consultant, I have repeatedly encountered the same questions: "But how do we start working with our EBs? How do we best serve them? What strategies should we use?"

That's why I'm grateful that Jim decided to write this Teacher's Guide. There have not been enough resources available that support educators with teaching the Emergent Bilinguals in their classrooms. Our lives are so busy and hectic that we need a road map to help us navigate. Jim provides you with the road map you need as he guides you along the way.

Jim has vast experience teaching and working with EBs. He's led numerous schools that serve them. Jim's research throughout the years concentrates specifically on EBs. And because of his extensive experience, he has discovered what it takes for a teacher to successfully connect, engage, nurture, and support their Emergent Bilinguals.

In this powerful guide, you will learn numerous strategies, tactics, and approaches to use immediately with EBs. Jim provides you with tips, lesson plans, and activities for each of his four tools.

A common thread in Jim's work is embracing and celebrating Hispanic language and culture. This is essential to succeed with today's diverse student population academically.

Education has entered a new age. Our EBs don't have to get left behind. They can flourish, grow, and thrive in this environment.

Read and enjoy it! But after you close this guide, I hope that you will go forth and apply these strategies. Your students will be the lucky beneficiaries.
By Rosalba McFadden
K-5 Math Consultant at ZennedMath
Zennedmath.com

Edition details

• Publisher: Independently published
• Publication date: 2020
• Language: English
• ISBN 13: 9798681853503
• Binding: Paperback
• Illustrator: Ampudia Carlos
• Number of pages: 75