The CALLA Handbook
Implementing the Cognitive Academic Language Learning Approach
2nd Edition
Will be published approx. on 26. March 2009
Book
Paperback/Softback
336 pages
978-0-13-204034-1 (ISBN)
Description
Features of the second edition
An updated theoretical framework of CALLA, based on current second-language acquisition and learning theory research
In-depth descriptions and examples for each component of the CALLA model: using content areas standards, developing academic language and teaching learning strategies.
A comprehensive analysis of the CALLA instructional sequence to help teachers plan and differentiate instruction
Standardized test preparation and authentic, performance-based assessments
Reproducible lesson plans and activities for using the CALLA model to enhance academic growth in English language arts, mathematics, science and history/social studies
An updated theoretical framework of CALLA, based on current second-language acquisition and learning theory research
In-depth descriptions and examples for each component of the CALLA model: using content areas standards, developing academic language and teaching learning strategies.
A comprehensive analysis of the CALLA instructional sequence to help teachers plan and differentiate instruction
Standardized test preparation and authentic, performance-based assessments
Reproducible lesson plans and activities for using the CALLA model to enhance academic growth in English language arts, mathematics, science and history/social studies
More details
Edition
2nd edition
Language
English
Place of publication
Upper Saddle River
United States
Target group
ELT/ESL
Professional and scholarly
Dimensions
Height: 276 mm
Width: 210 mm
Thickness: 18 mm
Weight
740 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-13-204034-1 (9780132040341)
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Person
Anna Uhl Chamot, Ph.D., is a professor of secondary education and a faculty advisor for ESL at George Washington University's Department of Teacher Preparation and Special Education. She is a researcher and teacher educator in content-based second-language learning and language-learning strategies. She has spent seven years implementing the CALLA model in K-12 public schools. Dr. Chamot is also an author of theKeystoneand Cornerstone series.
Content
Chapter 1 What is CALLA?
Chapter 2 The Content-Based Curriculum
Chapter 3 Academic Language Development
Chapter 4 Learning Strategy Instruction
Chapter 5 Planning, Monitoring, and Evaluating CALLA Instruction
Chapter 6 Assessing Student Progress in CALLA
Chapter 7 Literacy Development in CALLA
Chapter 8 Teaching English Language Art in CALLA
Chapter 9 Teaching Mathematics in CALLA
Chapter 10 Teaching Science in CALLA
Chapter 11 Teaching History/Social Studies in CALLA
Glossary
References
Chapter 2 The Content-Based Curriculum
Chapter 3 Academic Language Development
Chapter 4 Learning Strategy Instruction
Chapter 5 Planning, Monitoring, and Evaluating CALLA Instruction
Chapter 6 Assessing Student Progress in CALLA
Chapter 7 Literacy Development in CALLA
Chapter 8 Teaching English Language Art in CALLA
Chapter 9 Teaching Mathematics in CALLA
Chapter 10 Teaching Science in CALLA
Chapter 11 Teaching History/Social Studies in CALLA
Glossary
References