Eco-Literacyt for English Language Learners

Eco-Literacyt for English Language Learners

Another area that may not seem immediately connected is E.L. and English Language Learners (ELL)/English as a Second Language (ESL)/English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL).  Integration between these two topics isn't necessarily about creating a separate ELL eco-literacy curriculum, though it certainly can be handled that way.  Rather it's about ensuring that these students have equal access to the E.L. information that is being taught to the rest of the class.  This can be done through the use of bilingual materials, introducing new vocabulary with pictures, and other traditional ESL methods.  Additionally, examining other cultures and their traditions, values, and attitudes toward the natural world can help to make ESL students feel valued while broadening the entire class's understanding of E.L. perspectives.

Here are additional resources:

• Going, Going Green: An Eco-Literacy Curriculum for English Language Learners
• ESL Students going 'Green'
• 8 Great Online Resources for ESL/EFL Teachers
• ESL Teacher Resources