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DOMAIN I Covered
331 Qs24 Materials180 Cards12 VideosCovered
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A. Understands phonetics, stress and intonation patterns, and the effects of phonetic environment on pronunciation ESL.Manners of Articulation; ESL.Common Areas of Difficulty; ESL.Phonetic Pronunciation Patterns; ELA.Basic Linguistic Concepts Covered 46 4 25 2 Covered by 4 topics (46 questions, 4 materials, 25 cards, 2 videos).
B. Is familiar with IPA (the International Phonetic Alphabet) ESL.Comparing Spanish and English; ESL.International Phonetic Alphabet Covered 14 2 11 0 Covered by 2 topics (14 questions, 2 materials, 11 cards, 0 videos).
C. Understands the various types of morphemes and how they are used in word formation ESL.Word Formation; ELA.Skill - Word Analysis from Roots and Affixes; ELA.Types of Morphemes - Free and Bound Covered 24 3 14 2 Covered by 3 topics (24 questions, 3 materials, 14 cards, 2 videos).
D. Understands the usage of English syntax ESL.Types of Sentences (Grammar); ELA.Verb Tense; ELA.Types of Grammatical Constructions; ELA.Teaching - Common Idioms and Foreign Phrases; ELA.Skill - Fix Basic Syntax Usage; ELA.Types of Phrases Covered 59 6 48 2 Covered by 6 topics (59 questions, 6 materials, 48 cards, 2 videos).
E. Understands the parts of speech including their structural, semantic, and functional characteristics ESL.Teaching Syntax and Semantics; ELA.Parts of Speech Covered 35 2 27 1 Covered by 2 topics (35 questions, 2 materials, 27 cards, 1 videos).
F. Understands semantics and how combinations of words convey meaning ESL.Levels of Language Covered 11 1 11 1 Covered by 1 topic (11 questions, 1 materials, 11 cards, 1 videos).
G. Knows that languages differ from or are similar to each other in their phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, and pragmatics ESL.Levels of Language Covered 11 1 11 1 Covered by 1 topic (11 questions, 1 materials, 11 cards, 1 videos).
H. Understands the concepts of pragmatics ESL.Levels of Language Covered 11 1 11 1 Covered by 1 topic (11 questions, 1 materials, 11 cards, 1 videos).
I. Understands the concepts of sociolinguistics ESL.Communicative Competence Covered 9 1 9 1 Covered by 1 topic (9 questions, 1 materials, 9 cards, 1 videos).
J. Knows the concept of World Englishes ELA.History of the English Language Covered 17 1 11 0 Covered by 1 topic (17 questions, 1 materials, 11 cards, 0 videos).
K. Understands the conventions of written English (i.e., mechanics) ELA.ELL Teaching - Proper Writing and Grammar Conventions Covered 11 1 2 1 Covered by 1 topic (11 questions, 1 materials, 2 cards, 1 videos).
L. Understands the rhetorical patterns and range of genres used in written English ELA.Types of Organization; ELA.Writing Types and Various Contexts; ELA.Literary Genres Covered 105 3 51 2 Covered by 3 topics (105 questions, 3 materials, 51 cards, 2 videos).
M. Understands communicative competence ESL.Communicative Competence Covered 9 1 9 1 Covered by 1 topic (9 questions, 1 materials, 9 cards, 1 videos).
N. Know about the inconsistencies and irregularities of the English language ESL.Common Areas of Difficulty Covered 9 1 9 1 Covered by 1 topic (9 questions, 1 materials, 9 cards, 1 videos).
DOMAIN II Covered
264 Qs20 Materials98 Cards8 VideosCovered
Official CompetencyMatching 240 TopicsAlignmentQsMatsCardsVidsNotes
A. Understands the distinction between social and academic language functions ESL.Registers of Language; ELA.Teaching - Spoken vs Written English Covered 23 2 13 1 Covered by 2 topics (23 questions, 2 materials, 13 cards, 1 videos).
B. Understands the similarities and differences between first and second language acquisition, and how learners’ first language can affect their second-language production and reception ESL.Common Behaviors of English Language Learners; ESL.Interlanguage; ESL.Interrelatedness Covered 40 3 14 2 Covered by 3 topics (40 questions, 3 materials, 14 cards, 2 videos).
C. Understands the processes of second-language acquisition including research-based models ESL.Other Language Approaches; ESL.Social Interactionist Theory; ESL.Cummins Quadrants; ESL.Krashen's 5 Hypotheses; ESL.BICS vs CALP; ESL.Nativist Theory; ESL.Stages of Second Language Acquisition Covered 64 7 35 3 Covered by 7 topics (64 questions, 7 materials, 35 cards, 3 videos).
D. Knows the different types of affective factors and their implications for the second-language learning process ESL.Factors Affecting ESL Students Covered 16 1 4 0 Covered by 1 topic (16 questions, 1 materials, 4 cards, 0 videos).
E. Understands the relationship between English phonemes and graphemes and the rules of phonics ELA.ELL Strategies - Phonics and Word Analysis; ELA.Teaching - Alphabetic Knowledge and Principle; ELA.Teaching - Phonics and Decoding Covered 97 3 22 2 Covered by 3 topics (97 questions, 3 materials, 22 cards, 2 videos).
F. Understands the literacy development of ELs ESL.Patterns of Negation; ESL.Literacy Development of ELLs Covered 7 2 7 0 Covered by 2 topics (7 questions, 2 materials, 7 cards, 0 videos).
G. Understands how first-language literacy influences the development of English literacy ESL.Literacy Knowledge Transfer Covered 13 1 6 0 Covered by 1 topic (13 questions, 1 materials, 6 cards, 0 videos).
H. Understands that, in addition to language, student performance may be affected by various factors (e.g., socioeconomic, physical, emotional) ESL.Factors Affecting ESL Students; ESL.Teaching Discourse and Pragmatics Covered 20 2 7 0 Covered by 2 topics (20 questions, 2 materials, 7 cards, 0 videos).
DOMAIN III Partially covered
430 Qs33 Materials139 Cards8 VideosPartially covered
Official CompetencyMatching 240 TopicsAlignmentQsMatsCardsVidsNotes
A. Knows the implication of dialect variation for the instruction of English learners ELA.Dialects and Variations in Language Covered 16 1 3 0 Covered by 1 topic (16 questions, 1 materials, 3 cards, 0 videos).
B. Understands various methods and approaches in teaching ELs and knows how to select the most appropriate methods for the context ESL.CALLA Approach; ESL.Sheltered Instruction; ESL.Natural Approach; ESL.Content-Based ESL Instruction; ESL.Additive Approach Covered 36 5 14 2 Covered by 5 topics (36 questions, 5 materials, 14 cards, 2 videos).
C. Knows a variety of instructional delivery models specific for ELs ESL.Types of ESL Programs Covered 13 1 18 0 Covered by 1 topic (13 questions, 1 materials, 18 cards, 0 videos).
D. Knows how to identify appropriate and measureable objectives that align to language and content standards P.Evaluating Learning Goals Covered 14 1 3 1 Covered by 1 topic (14 questions, 1 materials, 3 cards, 1 videos).
E. Knows how to design appropriate classroom activities that connect to learning objectives for ELs P.Common Instructional Activities; ELA.Intervention - Reading Comprehension; ESL.Reading Fluency; ELA.Teaching - Increasing Vocabulary; ESL.Graphic Organizers; ELA.Word Analysis from Roots and Affixes Covered 101 6 43 2 Covered by 6 topics (101 questions, 6 materials, 43 cards, 2 videos).
F. Knows how to design appropriate assessments that connect to learning objectives for ELs P.Common Instructional Activities Partially covered 4 1 4 0 Partial coverage by 1 topic (4 questions, 1 materials, 4 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content.
G. Is familiar with ways to collaborate with other educators in designing classroom activities appropriate to the proficiency levels of English learners P.Memorization Strategies; ESL.Characteristics of Effective Methods - ESL Covered 11 2 10 0 Covered by 2 topics (11 questions, 2 materials, 10 cards, 0 videos).
H. Knows how to effectively integrate the four domains of language (i.e., speaking, listening, reading, and writing) into instruction ESL.Integration of Language Skills Covered 11 1 4 0 Covered by 1 topic (11 questions, 1 materials, 4 cards, 0 videos).
I. Knows how to promote ELs’ acquisition of receptive and productive skills ESL.Integration of Language Skills Covered 11 1 4 0 Covered by 1 topic (11 questions, 1 materials, 4 cards, 0 videos).
J. Knows how and when to apply a variety of strategies for teaching language skills contextually or targeting them discretely ESL.Providing Feedback Partially covered 6 1 0 1 Partial coverage by 1 topic (6 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 1 videos); limited supporting content.
K. Knows how to promote autonomous learning through cognitive and metacognitive strategies with ELs ESL.Student Motivation; P.Self-Regulation and Executive Function; ELA.Types of Figurative Language; ESL.Cognitive Processes for Language Rules; ESL.Reciprocal Teaching Covered 75 5 30 0 Covered by 5 topics (75 questions, 5 materials, 30 cards, 0 videos).
L. Understands techniques that activate students’ prior knowledge and that build new knowledge to support acquisition of content and language ESL.Student Motivation; ESL.Teaching - Issues with Content-Based; ESL.General Best Practices Covered 34 3 8 1 Covered by 3 topics (34 questions, 3 materials, 8 cards, 1 videos).
M. Knows how to organize instruction that provides students with meaningful opportunities to use language ESL.General Best Practices Covered 23 1 5 1 Covered by 1 topic (23 questions, 1 materials, 5 cards, 1 videos).
N. Understands effective practices for teaching literacy to English learners P.Teaching Reading and Writing for ELLs Covered 16 1 0 1 Covered by 1 topic (16 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 1 videos).
O. Understands how to select, modify, and/or create culturally responsive, age-appropriate, and linguistically accessible teaching materials and resources to support EL’s learning styles and needs P.Adaptations for Diversity - ELL Covered 59 1 2 0 Covered by 1 topic (59 questions, 1 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos).
P. Is familiar with how technologies can be used to support language development, instruction and learning ESL.Teaching Technology Partially covered 6 1 4 0 Partial coverage by 1 topic (6 questions, 1 materials, 4 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content.
Q. Understands how to create a secure, supportive, and culturally respectful learning environment for ELs P.Adaptations for Diversity - ELL Covered 59 1 2 0 Covered by 1 topic (59 questions, 1 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos).
R. Knows how and when to use constructive feedback to facilitate English-language learning ESL.Providing Feedback Partially covered 6 1 0 1 Partial coverage by 1 topic (6 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 1 videos); limited supporting content.
S. Knows how to create a language-, text-, and print-rich environment at a linguistic and an age- appropriate level that promotes academic growth ESL.Rich Linguistic Environment Partially covered 5 1 3 0 Partial coverage by 1 topic (5 questions, 1 materials, 3 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content.
T. Understands how to differentiate instruction for ELs based on individual student needs and language proficiency levels P.Teaching Listening and Speaking for ELLs; P.Adaptations for Diversity - ELL Covered 67 2 3 0 Covered by 2 topics (67 questions, 2 materials, 3 cards, 0 videos).
U. Knows how to recognize and be instructionally responsive to Students with Limited or Interrupted Formal Education (SLIFE), formerly known as Students with Interrupted Formal Education (SIFE) ESL.Teaching - Issues with Literacy Partially covered 4 1 2 0 Partial coverage by 1 topic (4 questions, 1 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content.
V. Understands that there are differences between planning for ELs with learning disabilities and is aware that instruction will need to be adapted for ELs receiving special education or gifted services ESL.Adaptations for Diversity - ELL and Special Programs Partially covered 5 1 2 0 Partial coverage by 1 topic (5 questions, 1 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content.
W. Understands the importance of language modeling, comprehensible input and output, and scaffolding for English language learning ESL.General Best Practices; ELA.ELL Strategies - Reading Comprehension Covered 42 2 8 1 Covered by 2 topics (42 questions, 2 materials, 8 cards, 1 videos).
DOMAIN IV Partially covered
122 Qs10 Materials33 Cards1 VideosPartially covered
Official CompetencyMatching 240 TopicsAlignmentQsMatsCardsVidsNotes
A. Knows the role of assessment in the identification, placement, and exit from language-support programs ESL.ESL Program Process Partially covered 1 1 1 0 Partial coverage by 1 topic (1 questions, 1 materials, 1 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content.
B. Understands a variety of formal and informal methods to assess receptive and productive language skills ESL.Types of Assessment (Praxis) Covered 18 1 0 0 Covered by 1 topic (18 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos).
C. Knows how to develop and administer formative and summative classroom assessments to determine ELs’ language skills, inform instruction, and document student growth ESL.Assessing ESL Skills Partially covered 0 1 2 0 Partial coverage by 1 topic (0 questions, 1 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content.
D. Knows there are a variety of accommodations for state-mandated content-area testing for ELs ESL.Linguistic Accommodations Covered 9 1 6 0 Covered by 1 topic (9 questions, 1 materials, 6 cards, 0 videos).
E. Knows ways to adapt classroom assessments for ELs ESL.Assessment Adjustments Covered 12 1 2 0 Covered by 1 topic (12 questions, 1 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos).
F. Knows that some ELs may be eligible for special education and/or gifted and talented services and is familiar with how to provide feedback and input about assessment data P.IDEA Covered 16 1 13 0 Covered by 1 topic (16 questions, 1 materials, 13 cards, 0 videos).
G. Is familiar with assessment-related issues such as validity, reliability, and language and cultural bias P.Fair Assessment Covered 21 1 6 1 Covered by 1 topic (21 questions, 1 materials, 6 cards, 1 videos).
H. Knows the difference between norm-referenced and criterion-referenced assessments, and how they are used with ELs ESL.Types of Assessment (Praxis) Covered 18 1 0 0 Covered by 1 topic (18 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos).
I. Knows how to interpret assessment data and use it to assist in planning and differentiating instruction for ELs ESL.Using Assessment to Adjust Instruction Covered 9 1 1 0 Covered by 1 topic (9 questions, 1 materials, 1 cards, 0 videos).
J. Is familiar with strategies for communicating assessment data to English learners and their guardians ESL.Family and Community Involvement; ESL.Communicating Assessment Results Covered 36 2 3 0 Covered by 2 topics (36 questions, 2 materials, 3 cards, 0 videos).
DOMAIN V Covered
154 Qs11 Materials43 Cards3 VideosCovered
Official CompetencyMatching 240 TopicsAlignmentQsMatsCardsVidsNotes
A. Understands the interrelationship between language and culture ESL.Multicultural Classroom; ESL.Communication Strategies for Diverse Learners; ESL.Defining Culture Covered 33 3 16 1 Covered by 3 topics (33 questions, 3 materials, 16 cards, 1 videos).
B. Understands the ways cultural variables affect second-language acquisition and teaching P.Types of Centered Approaches; P.Adaptations for Diversity - Cultural Differences Covered 38 2 6 1 Covered by 2 topics (38 questions, 2 materials, 6 cards, 1 videos).
C. Understands the ways students’ identities and learning styles will vary widely across and within cultures ESL.Learning Styles; ESL.Communication Strategies for Diverse Learners; P.Teaching Diverse Students Covered 56 3 17 1 Covered by 3 topics (56 questions, 3 materials, 17 cards, 1 videos).
D. Understands the implications of cultural stereotyping, cultural bias, and cultural bullying in the school setting ESL.Avoiding Cultural Bias Covered 7 1 5 0 Covered by 1 topic (7 questions, 1 materials, 5 cards, 0 videos).
E. Knows that cultural experiences influence student language development, disposition, and learning ESL.Cultural Contact Covered 12 1 6 0 Covered by 1 topic (12 questions, 1 materials, 6 cards, 0 videos).
F. Understands that the teacher’s personal and cultural experiences influence teaching style ESL.Multicultural Classroom; P.Effect of Teacher Attitudes on Students Covered 27 2 5 1 Covered by 2 topics (27 questions, 2 materials, 5 cards, 1 videos).
G. Understands the difference between acculturation and assimilation ESL.Cultural Contact; Acculturation and Assimilation Covered 19 2 6 0 Covered by 2 topics (19 questions, 2 materials, 6 cards, 0 videos).
DOMAIN VI Partially covered
222 Qs9 Materials35 Cards3 VideosPartially covered
Official CompetencyMatching 240 TopicsAlignmentQsMatsCardsVidsNotes
A. Knows the possible differences between disabilities and typical language proficiency development ESL.Adaptations for Diversity - ELL and Special Programs Partially covered 5 1 2 0 Partial coverage by 1 topic (5 questions, 1 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content.
B. Knows how to value and incorporate diverse cultures of students into instruction P.Teaching Diverse Students Covered 42 1 6 0 Covered by 1 topic (42 questions, 1 materials, 6 cards, 0 videos).
C. Understands the legal provisions and ethical implications of laws and federal court decisions related to the education of ELs ESL.History of ESL Programs - Court Cases Covered 12 1 3 1 Covered by 1 topic (12 questions, 1 materials, 3 cards, 1 videos).
D. Understands the need to serve as a professional resource and advocate for ELs and families ESL.ESL Teacher Roles at Campus Partially covered 4 1 2 0 Partial coverage by 1 topic (4 questions, 1 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content.
E. Understands the need to communicate with school personnel about the characteristics and emotional, social, and physical needs of ELs P.Collaborating with Colleagues Covered 41 1 16 1 Covered by 1 topic (41 questions, 1 materials, 16 cards, 1 videos).
F. Knows how to identify appropriate strategies for planning and collaborating with ELs, their families, and school and community members ESL.Family and Community Involvement; P.Communicating with Families Covered 75 2 2 1 Covered by 2 topics (75 questions, 2 materials, 2 cards, 1 videos).
G. Understands ways to collaborate with other school personnel regarding the academic needs of ELs ESL.ESL Teacher Roles at Campus Partially covered 4 1 2 0 Partial coverage by 1 topic (4 questions, 1 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos); limited supporting content.
H. Is familiar with ways that ELs and their families may benefit from a variety of outside resources (e.g., services, networks, organizations) ESL.Family and Community Involvement Covered 27 1 1 0 Covered by 1 topic (27 questions, 1 materials, 1 cards, 0 videos).
I. Knows a variety of strategies for consulting with guardians and communicating with them about each student’s progress and needs ESL.Family and Community Involvement; ESL.Communicating Assessment Results Covered 36 2 3 0 Covered by 2 topics (36 questions, 2 materials, 3 cards, 0 videos).
J. Knows the importance of engaging in professional development by continually researching relevant and reliable resources and organizations in the field of teaching ESOL P.Professional Development Covered 34 1 2 0 Covered by 1 topic (34 questions, 1 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos).

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