This article by Heather Skibbins, educator at SEAL, begins with equity considerations for English learners (ELs) during distance learning before moving into research on effectively teaching ELs. For each of six key research foundations for ELs, Skibbins explains the implications for distance learning and provides strategies for instruction. The article addresses academic language, oral language, thematic instruction, differentiation, home language, and family engagement. The article contains links to relevant materials.
