Mr. Palmeto is a second-grade teacher. One of his students does not speak English. Which idea is the most effective strategy to help the English Language Learner learn how to read?
a. Ensure he provides extensive vocabulary instruction and plans activities that maximize language use.
b. Ensure all books in the classroom are written in English so the student can be immersed in the language.
c. Ensure the English Language Learner does not use the native language while in the classroom.
d. Ensure the English Language Learner does not participate in whole group instruction since she does not understand it.
a
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