LangSci Lunch Talk: Brittany Patrick (CHSE/ProPELL)

English Learners’ Science Text Comprehension: Benefits of Cross Language Instruction

This study explored the effectiveness of a short-term reading intervention on comprehension and engagement in primary English Learners (ELs). Rising 2nd and 3rd grade ELs, identified as "at-risk"  received explicit comprehension strategy instruction and supports for reading engagement in English and Spanish using a conceptual science theme.  Preliminary data indicate that students increased their cognitive and affective engagement across languages. 

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Food and ideas bring people together. Our weekly lunch talk series provides students and faculty with the opportunity to present their in-progress work to a supportive, interdisciplinary audience.

Lunch is served starting at 12:15pm.