Discussion 1&2 - Creating and maintaining relationships

Topic 6 DQ 1 

Creating and maintaining relationships between home and school are pivotal to the overall success of our ELL students. Discuss some ways you might cultivate these partnerships throughout the school year.

Topic 6 DQ 2 

There is research supporting the theory that students who are literate in their home language are more likely to be literate in their second or subsequent language. Thinking of this, what are the potential effects of home language on the development of English and classroom learning?