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Abstract
The authors explore the importance of talk and interaction for learning, particularly in relation to new K–12 standards and the prominent role of academic language in today's educational contexts. The article concludes with a detailed example of a Grade 6 teacher's use of content and language objectives to address the needs and strengths of all her students, including her English language learners.
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Gisela Ernst-Slavit
Gisela Ernst-Slavit is Associate Dean and Professor at Washington State University Vancouver. She investigates academic language pedagogy, language teacher education, and English language learners, and has authored or coauthored many articles and 10 books. Email: [email protected]
Kerri J. Wenger
Kerri J. Wenger, an Eastern Oregon University Professor, has been an ESL, foreign language, and mainstream classroom teacher. She and her colleagues have published widely on teacher education, first and second language classroom discourse, and preparation of rural teachers for diversity. Email: [email protected]