Conclusion Quiz

As stated in Nutta et al. (2014), the One Plus Model is a framework for professional learning and collaboration, which explains how to integrate a focus on English learners into professional learning about most any academic subject or discipline.

True 1

As stated in Nutta et al. (2014), in the One Plus Model, all teachers of English learners including language arts and literacy teachers should get the same level of knowledge in how to adapt curriculum, instruction, and assessment for English learners.

False 2

As stated in Nutta et al. (2014), the One Plus Model indicates that all educators need to know basic information about English learners and the context in which they learn.

True 3

As stated in Nutta et al. (2014), in addition to these foundational topics, all teachers need specific information about differentiating curriculum, instruction, and assessment for English learners.

True 4

As stated in Nutta et al. (2014), the base layer of the pyramids in the One Plus Model depicts the specialized knowledge and skills required of ELD and bilingual education teachers. Their depth and breadth of knowledge and skills regarding teaching and assessing English learners is greater than what other types of teachers need.

True 5

As stated in Nutta et al. (2014), educators often refer to effective schools as "______."

communities of learners

As stated in Nutta et al. (2014), non-instructional personnel perform essential functions in support of classroom teachers, who depend on these professionals' knowledge of the intersection of second language acquisition issues and their specialized expertise. 

True 7

As stated in Nutta et al. (2014), language arts/literacy teachers of Els need the same level knowledge in second language acquisition and applied linguistics as academic subject teachers.

False 8

As stated in Nutta et al. (2014), when teachers are give the time and tools to collaborate, they become life-long learners, their instructional practice improves, and they are ultimately able to increase student achievement far beyond what any of them could accomplish alone.

True 9

As stated in Nutta et al. (2014), which of the following is the suggestion for teachers to improve teamwork and collaboration?

• Reach out

• Reassure colleagues that their time and energy are well spent.

• Make it easy for colleagues to provide assistance to you and your students.