[GLC] Fw: Brief on Applying Research Findings to Instruction of Adult English Lang Students

[Margery Freeman]

Sent: Monday, October 10, 2005 2:15 PM
Subject: Brief on Applying Research Findings to Instruction of Adult English Lang Students


Teachers of adult English language learners are aware of the need to apply the latest research strategies to their instruction. How can they do this? 

The Center for Adult English Language Acquisition (CAELA) just announced a new brief that addresses this question.  The brief is available on CAELA's Website at http://www.cal.org/caela/esl_resources/briefs/research.html. The brief, written by Cristine Smith, Kathryn Harris, and Steve Reder of the National Center for the Study of Adult Learning and Literacy, is titled "Applying Research Findings to Instruction for Adult English Language Students." 

This article describes why research is important to the instruction of adult English language learners, defines scientifically based research and evidence-based instruction, explains what we know about how to help teachers use research, gives an example of teachers using research to improve their practice, and lists places where research-based resources can be accessed. 

Jane C. Miller
ESL Specialist / Professional Development Coordinator
Colorado Department of Education
CARE/AEFL
201 E. Colfax Ave., Room 400
Denver, CO 80203-1799
303-866-6611 (ph)  303-866-6599 (fax)
miller_j at cde.state.co.us

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