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Ep 198: Supporting Multilingual Learners in the General Education Classroom
From New Teacher Talk · Hosted by Elizabeth Wilkins & Anna Quinzio-Zafran
Episode summary
In this episode of New Teacher Talk: Multilingual learners are the fastest-growing student population in U. S. schools, yet many general education teachers feel underprepared to support them.
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Original publisher description
Multilingual learners are the fastest-growing student population in U.S. schools, yet many general education teachers feel underprepared to support them. In this episode, Dr. Beth and Dr. Anna are joined by ESL specialist Maria Cieslak to explore practical, research-based strategies for creating inclusive classrooms where multilingual students can thrive. From visual scaffolding and peer collaboration to asset-based language and culturally responsive pedagogy, Maria breaks down what works and why. Whether you have one multilingual learner or thirty, this episode will help you see language diversity as a strength and give you tools to honor it every day. HASHTAGS: #MultilingualLearners #ESL #NewTeacherTalk #TeacherPodcast #InclusiveClassroom #LanguageDiversity #TeacherTips