Q1. Explain why grammar and vocabulary are important to teach in the middle and secondary English Language Arts classroom.
Q2. Explain why grammar and vocabulary can be challenging to teach in the classroom.
Q3. Discuss methods to overcome these challenges.
Q4. Provide an example of one innovative, effective strategy related to the teaching of grammar and vocabulary in the middle and secondary English Language Arts classroom. For instance, Weaver and Bush, in Grammar to Enrich and Enhance Writing, noted that one effective strategy is to embed specific grammar mini-lessons into the revision process, so students can address grammar errors in the context of their own writing rather than out of context.
Q5. Learners with diverse linguistic backgrounds, including English Language Learners, may face additional challenges when learning English grammar and linguistics, specifically content vocabulary. Drawing on the readings and other topics discussed in the course, describe one specific strategy you might use to teach grammar or linguistics to English Language Learners. You may choose to review the Arizona English Language Proficiency (ELP) Standards for English Language Learners in grades 6-8. and grades 9-12 or the standards for teaching English Language Learners in your home state. You may also recall the Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol (SIOP) learned in previous ESL courses. Cite sources using M-L-A Style.