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Towards Understanding the Nature of English Language Learners and the Experiences of Their Educator

Posted on:2018-03-12Degree:Ed.DType:Dissertation
University:Northeastern UniversityCandidate:Rodene Mannion, AdeleineFull Text:PDF
GTID:1445390002998434Subject:English as a second language
Abstract/Summary:
The goal of this research study was to analyze the successful teaching methods used most frequently by educators of English Language Learners (ELLs). This study used methodology that included teacher interviews and other data collection methods. In addition, using the qualitative methodology, data was obtained from academic research and interviews of teachers' experiences. The information gathered was processed through the Interpretive Phenomenological Analysis (IPA) theoretical framework and Second Language Acquisition (SLA) theory. The IPA methodology was used to organize and then analyze any patterns, disparities, relationships, or trends that advance ELL achievement. Essential findings of this study include:;1. The need to take into consideration students and families' cultural and linguistic backgrounds. 2. The need to build meaningful bridges between the home and school cultures.;The significance of these findings are that the findings point to the contribution of this study, not only to the literature concerning pedagogical principles of educating English Language Learners (ELLs), but also the influence of these findings on policies concerning instruction as it pertains particularly to ELL students coming from of various cultures and ethnic backgrounds.
Keywords/Search Tags:English language learners, Findings
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