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#25 Challenges Faced by Mainstream Teachers in Supporting English Language Learners

Mainstream teachers are regular classroom teachers who teach core subjects like Math, Science, English, History, etc., in traditional school settings. They are responsible for teaching the general curriculum to all students, including English Language Learners (ELLs).

Mainstream teachers often find it difficult to support English Language Learners (ELLs) effectively.

Here are some common challenges-

1] Diverse Needs: ELLs come from different backgrounds and have varying language levels. It's tough to meet everyone's needs while teaching regular lessons.

2] Lack of Support: Mainstream teachers might not have enough resources or time to help ELLs. Sometimes, they don't get to work closely with ESL teachers.


3] The Silent Period: New language learners may not speak much at first. Teachers might mistake this for a lack of understanding.




4] Teaching in Different Ways: Teachers need to adapt their teaching methods to make things easier for ELLs, while still challenging all students.


5] Cultural Differences: Different cultures have different ways of learning and behaving. Misunderstandings can happen if teachers aren't aware of these differences.

6] Working Together: Mainstream and ESL teachers need to work together to provide the best support for ELLs.


7] Language and Content: ELLs have to learn both English and the subject matter. It's important to balance both to ensure success.



By understanding these challenges, we can work together to provide better support for ELLs and create inclusive classrooms.


Reference- https://www.cultofpedagogy.com/supporting-esl-students-mainstream-classroom/


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