Blog # 3
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...