Author ORCID Identifier

Ricela Feliciano-Semidei: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2620-0612

Document Type

Article

Publication Title

Illinois Reading Council Journal

Abstract

In this article, we discuss strategies to support the thematic integration of content in literacy and mathematics connected to English Learners’ (ELs) diverse cultural backgrounds. We provide strategies by which students can make sense of word problems connected to their real-life experiences through mathematical discussions and justifications, and linked to the literacy processes of listening, speaking, reading, and writing. We use the Common Core Addendum for English Learners and the standards of mathematical practices to support literacy and mathematics learning. We also present several examples of mathematics word problems teachers can use in elementary school classrooms that are culturally responsive for ELs.

First Page

3

Last Page

9

DOI

10.33600/IRCJ.50.1.2021-2022.3

Publication Date

Winter 2021

Comments

This copy of the article originally published at https://doi.org/10.33600/IRCJ.50.1.2021-2022.3 is freely provided with permission of the editors of the Illinois Reading Council Journal

Original Citation

Feliciano-Semidei, R., & Ricklefs, M. A. (Winter 2021). Strategies for modifying word problems for English learners. Illinois Reading Council Journal, 50 (1), 3-9. https://doi.org/10.33600/IRCJ.50.1.2021-2022.3.

Department

Department of Mathematical Sciences

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