Integrating English Language Learners into the Classrooms
Today, immigrants are mostly concentrated in low-paying service and manufacturing jobs. Public education must play a bigger role than ever in integrating immigrant families, especially children, into the American mainstream. The modern economy requires much higher level of education in order to obtain better jobs.
Getting to know the Hispanic culture
Hispanics tend to be conservative and traditional in their cultural lifestyle. Most Hispanics exhibit a similar longing and nostalgia for their country of origin. Family is the nucleus of the Hispanic life. In addition, Hispanics show a strong identification with their nuclear and extended family members.
Most Latinos will agree that they all share a more intense passion for enjoying life. The fiestas always have music and the people are always dancing. Hispanics also have something that they called "chispa". It is the fun and "witty" nature of the Latino culture.
Who are they?
ELL come from different backgrounds, they require the same needs. ELL need to build oral skills as well as reading and writing. In the state of California, more than forty percent of adult learners are taking ESL courses. However, limited funding has hindered the growth of these classes. This shortage of adult ESL courses magnifies the importance of providing ESL courses for younger students in public schools.
