Five principles for creating effective second language learning environments
by Tony Erben
Principle 1: Give ELLs many opportunities to read, to write, to listen to, and to discuss oral and written English expressed in a variety of ways
Principle 2: Draw attention to patterns of English language structure
Principle 3: Give ELLs classroom time to use their English productively
Principle 4: Give ELLs opportunities to notice their errors and to correct their English
Principle 5: Construct activities that maximize opportunities for ELLs to interact with others in English
Source: Erben, T., Ban, R., & Castaneda, M. (2009). Teaching English Language Learners Through Technology. New York: Routledge [Amazon]
