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My Reflection of Second Language Methodology ........ Before I began this class, I thought I knew everything was to know about becoming a teacher. From previous experience of teaching I thought I had it all figured out. However, being in this class has given me a whole new insight on teaching, and career goals for myself. Being in the Class                Being in this class I have truly learned the difference between ELL students and ESL students. I have also learned how demanding and critical the need for ESL teachers are in the education field. There are so many different methods of teaching and with taking this class I have been given the opportunity to see and witness quite a few. I have seen some cases where the methods don’t work (Pull out Method) and I have also seen multiple cases where the methods are above expectations (Content Based Method). What I have learned most about is how student’s ba...
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Blog # 3

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Here is an interview that I conducted with a teacher in the FBISD, Mr. Lee. He gave great insight on ELL’s students and being an ESL certified teacher.  Click here to watch my video. Reflection During this interview I learned a lot about ELL students and the high demand needed of more ESL teachers. I have always realized the struggle and need for ESL teachers but it wasn’t until this interview I completely understood the importance and its value. After speaking with Mr. Lee, I am inspired to want to become ESL certified to better help and teach my future students. I think a lot of what Mr. Lee stated about making sure parents are on the same page as the teachers is true. Right now in my mentor teacher’s class, there are two students who do not speak English as their primary language. What’s worst is although they are involved in the Pull-Out program; where they miss lots of vital information. Then, at home they are not using English but speaking their primary language. It m...
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Blog # 2

I am a firm believer in learning a language from birth and repeating the language into adulthood. I think many times people don’t realize how the human brain and memory works. " One very important thing to remember is that the ultimate goal of using those tools should be to help students become more independent learners and promote their agency for their own needs and aspirations,” (Brown & Lee, 2015, pg.254).  For instance, I learned how to add/subtract, tie my shoe, say the alphabet, write my name, and etc.; all while in elementary and continued throughout middle, high school, and even college. Teachers would build on the year before with the information I already knew on how and what to teach their students.  It makes me wonder were my teachers conducting research. I   ask this question because many times I feel teachers don't conduct research on how to use productive ways to help their students learn; which ultimately results in students being left behind an...
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Blog # 1

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Hi my name is Meijoly Jones but you can call me Jolie. Currently, I'm a Senior at UH Sugarland majoring in EC-6 Early Childhood Education. I love math, traveling, and sports. Click here to learn more about me.    Click here
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