• Dual Language Learners with Disabilities: Supporting Young Children in the Classroom
Challenge
Initial Thoughts
Perspectives & Resources

Imagine you are Mrs. Raymond. What thoughts come to mind about the new school year? (Opinion Question: No Resources)

What do teachers need to know about young dual language learners with disabilities?

What are some unique issues related to working with families of these children?

What strategies can teachers use to support these children?

Resources

Wrap Up
Assessment

Dual Language Learners with Disabilities: Supporting Young Children in the Classroom

DEC approval stampThis module offers an overview of young children who are dual language learners. Further, it highlights the importance of maintaining children and families’ home language at the same time they are learning a new or second language, discusses considerations for screening and assessing these children, and identifies strategies for supporting them in inclusive preschool classrooms (est. completion time: 1.5 hours).

Earn the Professional Development Certificate for this module.

Work through the sections of this module in the order presented in the STAR graphic above.

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