79. The Language Lens for Content Classrooms with Author and Educator Sarah Ottow

Are you struggling to understand and connect with your ELLs in the content classroom? In this episode, Beth sits down with educator, entrepreneur and author Sarah Ottow. Sarah is the founder of https://ellstudents.com/ (Confianza), whose goal is to support cultural understanding, communication, and collaboration through professional learning programs that include tailored coaching, practical guidance, and world-class content. In today's episode, Sarah shares about her book The Language Lens for Content Classrooms: A Guide for K-12 Educators of English and Academic Language Learners. With years of experience serving ELLs from nearly every role, Sarah shares invaluable insights and strategies to help you step into your students' shoes and enhance their academic success. Tune in to gain new perspectives on language acquisition, cultural awareness, and equitable teaching practices. Understand the challenges your students face and discover proactive approaches to support their unique needs. * Leave a review of the episode on Apple Podcasts for your chance to win a free copy of Sarah's book! * Related Resources: https://equippingells.com/ (⁠⁠⁠Join the Equipping ELLs membership⁠⁠⁠) https://ellstudents.com/blogs/the-confianza-way (Confianza's Free Article Collection) ⁠https://ellstudents.com/courses-teachers (Confianza's Courses) https://www.instagram.com/ellconfianza/ (Follow Confianza on Instagram) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/equippingells/message

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Equipping ELLs is a podcast for ESL specialists and homeroom teachers who are looking for effective and engaging ways to support their English Language Learners without adding to their endless to-do list. Each week you’ll hear tips, strategies, and inspirational stories that will empower you to better reach your ELL students, equip them with life-long skills, and strengthen relationships with colleagues and parents. Your host, Beth Vaucher, is an ESL certified homeroom teacher with over 10 years of experience teaching in the US and internationally. Learn more at www.inspiringyounglearners.com.