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CTEL Academic Language and Content Integration Flashcards

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  1. What term describes the conversational language proficiency that English learners typically develop within 1–3 years?

    Answer: BICS

    BICS (Basic Interpersonal Communication Skills) refers to everyday social fluency that develops in 1–3 years.

  2. CALP (Cognitive Academic Language Proficiency) typically takes how long to develop to grade-level proficiency?

    Answer: 5–7 years

    CALP takes 5–7 years to develop because academic language requires mastery of complex vocabulary, syntax, and discourse.

  3. Which instructional framework is designed to make grade-level content accessible to ELs through modified delivery and language support?

    Answer: Sheltered Instruction

    Sheltered instruction makes academic content comprehensible to ELs while simultaneously developing their English proficiency.

  4. What does SIOP stand for in the context of EL instruction?

    Answer: Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol

    SIOP (Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol) is a research-based model for delivering content instruction to ELs.

  5. Which vocabulary tier includes high-frequency academic words that appear across subject areas, such as 'analyze' and 'compare'?

    Answer: Tier 2

    Tier 2 words are general academic vocabulary used across disciplines and are critical for ELs' academic success.

  6. What is the primary purpose of graphic organizers in content-area instruction for ELs?

    Answer: To visualize relationships and organize information

    Graphic organizers help ELs visually map relationships between concepts, reducing language demands while supporting comprehension.

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