Nationally renowned expert on English Language Learners (ELL), JO GUSMAN presents a powerful and compelling model to differentiate instruction in our nation’s culturally and linguistically diverse classrooms. Jo outlines her research-based FOUNDATION-FRAMEWORK-TOOLS model to help educators create effective language acquisition programs that meet the No Child Left Behind (NCLB) requirements.

The accompanying Viewer’s Manual includes valuable tools needed to create effective language and literacy programs for the English Language Learner and their families. It provides an array of activities, lesson planning frameworks, and ready-to-use blackline masters. Also included is a bibliography of useful videos, books, web sites, and other valuable resources that you can use tomorrow!

Bring to your school this complete staff development program that touches on all aspects of the English Language Learner’s school life—from the first day of school, to daily classroom instruction, and after school programs. (VHS, 40 minutes; Includes Viewer's Manual)