due 1/12 (2 different questions 150 words each)

1) System Admin   Max Points: 5.0    It is common to see emerging communication skills from elementary students, particularly in the younger grades. Select three of the following strategies listed to support emerging communication skills: •Literacy play centers •Alphabetic concepts •Phonemic awareness •Phonics •Shared reading •The Language Experience Approach •Guided reading •Interactive writing  Summarize each strategy. Describe how each one can help students foster an understanding and interest in oral and written language. Cite any sources used.

2)The needs of English language learners and students with special needs vary greatly; however, there are occasionally similarities in their comfort levels with speaking English and communicating openly with peers. Consider the following: what might you do to help an English language learner gain more confidence in speaking with you and with peers? Consider the concepts of BICS and CALP learned in previous coursework. What might you do to help a student with special needs become more comfortable with his or her speech (You can select a specific disability if that would be helpful.)