NVTESOL

Resources

 

Explore our curated collection of tools, guides, and connections to support English learners and their educators.

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Essential EL Resources

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• WIDA Consortium: WIDA offers standards, assessment tools, and professional development opportunities tailored to English learners.

• TESOL International Association: TESOL provides global resources for teaching English, including journals, webinars, and an annual conference.

• Colorín Colorado: Colorín Colorado is a bilingual site offering strategies and resources for educators and families of ELs.

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Professional Development Opportunities

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• ELAD Endorsement Programs: Access Nevada-approved programs such as NSU Bilingual Endorsement or SNRPDP's ELAD Endorsement

• Webinars and Conferences

  • Attend the annual TESOL International Convention or the NVTESOL Conference for the latest in EL education.

  • Find free and low-cost webinars at EdWeb.net.

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Teaching Tools and Lesson Planning

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• NEPF ELD Frameworks: Download Nevada-specific tools, such as the Nevada Department of Education ELD Standards and Instructional Supports.

• SIOP Model Resources: Learn about the Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol (SIOP) for lesson planning and instructional strategies.

• English Learner Toolkit: Visit the U.S. Department of Education EL Toolkit for guidance on addressing EL needs.

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Policy and Advocacy

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• Nevada Department of Education (NDE): Stay updated on policies affecting Nevada’s EL students by visiting the NDE EL page.

• National EL Advocacy Organizations

  • Migration Policy Institute

  • UnidosUS

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Who to Follow on Social Media

 

Twitter/X Accounts

• @TESOL_Assn (TESOL International Association)

• @WIDAConsortium (WIDA)

• @ColorinColorado (Colorín Colorado)

• @ValentinaESL (Valentina Gonzalez – EL educator and author)

• @TanKHuynh (Tan Huynh – EL consultant and podcast host)

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Instagram Accounts

• @WeAreESLTeachers (Community of ESL teachers sharing strategies and ideas)

• @EquityInEducation (Focuses on equity and inclusion in schools)

• @TheESLPlanner (Practical teaching tips for EL educators)

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Facebook Groups and Pages

• TESOL International Association

• Teaching English Learners in K-12