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Develop academic vocabulary Read to acquire new information Understand information presented orally Participate in classroom discussions Write to communicate their knowledge and ideas Dr E. Lugo Morales2

3 * that the best way to improve English is by : * listening to the language from different contexts * reading from different sources * talking about topics that they can relate to * searching for answers to their concerns * reacting to different learning situations from their own perspective. * sharing with others their talents and interests 6/28/2012

“Shifting the focus from teaching to learning”

The Cognitive Academic Language Learning Approach (CALLA) is an instructional model for second and foreign language learners based on cognitive theory and research. CALLA integrates instruction in priority topics from the content curriculum develops the language skills needed for learning in school focuses on explicit instruction using learning strategies for academic tasks. The goals of CALLA are for students to learn essential academic content and language and to become independent and self-regulated learners through their increasing command over a variety of strategies for learning in school. CALLA can be used in ESL, EFL, bilingual, foreign language, and general education classrooms. CALLA The CALLA Model: Strategies for ELL Student Success p. 16 ©2005 Chamot & Robbins Dr E. Lugo Morales5 6/28/2012

Developing abilities to work successfully with others in a social context Learning through hands-on, inquiry-based, and cooperative learning tasks Increasing motivation for academic learning and confidence in their ability to be successful in school Evaluating their own learning and planning how to become more effective and independent learners Valuing their own prior knowledge and cultural experiences Learning the content knowledge and the language skills Developing language awareness and critical literacy Selecting and using appropriate learning strategies and study skills CALLA's principal objectives are to assist students in: Dr E. Lugo Morales 6 6/28/2012 The CALLA Model: Strategies for ELL Student Success p. 16 ©2005 Chamot & Robbins

Dr E. Lugo Morales 7 Cognitive-Social Learning Authentic Learning Academic Language Learning Strategies Social context and interaction Linked to student’s prior experiential and cultural knowledge Language development through content across all curriculum areas 6/28/2012

Dr E. Lugo Morales8 6/28/2012 The CALLA Model: Strategies for ELL Student Success p. 16 ©2005 Chamot & Robbins

Dr E. Lugo Morales9 Provide overview and objectives Elicit students’ prior knowledge Develop vocabulary Help students make connections Remind students to use the learning strategies they know 6/28/2012 The CALLA Model: Strategies for ELL Student Success p. 16 ©2005 Chamot & Robbins

Dr E. Lugo Morales The CALLA Model: Strategies for ELL Student Success p. 16 ©2005 Chamot & Robbins Address different learning preferences Model reading and writing processes explicitly Explain learning strategies Discuss connections to students’ prior knowledge 6/28/2012 The CALLA Model: Strategies for ELL Student Success p. 16 ©2005 Chamot & Robbins

Dr E. Lugo Morales11 Use interactive activities Use authentic content and language tasks Ask students to use learning strategies 6/28/2012 The CALLA Model: Strategies for ELL Student Success p. 16 ©2005 Chamot & Robbins

Dr E. Lugo Morales12 Student metacognition Self-assessment Teachers evaluate students’ achievement 6/28/2012 The CALLA Model: Strategies for ELL Student Success p. 16 ©2005 Chamot & Robbins

Dr E. Lugo Morales13 Students apply what they have learned to their own lives Students extend their understanding to other content areas Students relate new information to their own experience 6/28/2012 The CALLA Model: Strategies for ELL Student Success p. 16 ©2005 Chamot & Robbins