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Through an asset-based approach to language, ELD courses foster the development of academic literacy, mathematical competence and social growth among English learners. Instruction in listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills supports English learners in obtaining equitable access to grade-level academic curriculum.
Through an asset-based approach to language, ELD courses foster the development of academic literacy, mathematical competence and social growth among English learners. Instruction in listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills supports English learners in obtaining equitable access to grade-level academic curriculum.
ELD Newcomer
ELD Newcomer
(0.5 credits each semester)
English Learners in the "entering phase" are introduced to essential aspects of the English Language. This course develops students' foundational literacy skills and introduces students to the academic expectations of U.S. high schools.
ELD 1
ELD 1
(1.0 credits each semester)
The ELD 1 course is designed with English Learners in the "entering phase" in mind. This course develops students' academic language ability with intensive support.
Prerequisites: English proficiency score of 1 to 1.5 as measured on the WIDA ACCESS for ELLs assessment or the WIDA screener assessment.
ELD 2
ELD 2
(1.0 credits each semester)
The ELD 2 course is designed with English Learners in the "emerging phase" in mind. This course develops students' ability to access grade-level content material with substantial linguistic support.
Prerequisites: English proficiency score of 1.6 to 1.9 as measured on the WIDA ACCESS for ELLs assessment or for students who have completed ELD 1.
ELD 3
ELD 3
(0.5 credits each semester)
The ELD 3 course is designed with English Learners in the "developing phase" in mind. This course develops students' ability to access grade-level content material with some linguistic support.
Prerequisites: English proficiency score of 1.9 to 2.5 as measured on the WIDA ACCESS for ELLs assessment or for students who have completed ELD 2.
ELD 4
ELD 4
(0.5 credits each semester)
The ELD 4 course is designed with English Learners in the "expanding phase" in mind. This course develops students' ability to participate in grade-level content tasks with minimal linguistic support.
Prerequisites: English proficiency score of 2.5 to 3.9 as measured on the WIDA ACCESS for ELLs assessment or for students who have completed ELD 3.
ELD 5
ELD 5
(0.5 credits each semester)
The ELD 5 course is designed with English Learners in the "bridging phase" in mind. This course refines skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
Prerequisites: English proficiency score of 4 or above as measured on the WIDA ACCESS for ELLs assessment or for students who have completed ELD 4.
ELD Social Studies
ELD Social Studies
(0.5 credits each semester)
The ELD Social Studies course is a content-based language development course for students new to the U.S. Students will become familiar with the geography, history, culture, and government of the U.S.
This course is most appropriate for students also enrolled in the ELD 1 course.
ELD Science
ELD Science
(0.5 credits each semester)
The ELD Science course is a content-based language development course for students new to the US. Students will learn pre-requisite background knowledge, skills, and vocabulary necessary for success in the Environmental Science course and MISA state exam.
This course should be offered concurrently with ELD 1.
Transitional Math
Transitional Math
(0.5 credits each semester)
The Transitional Math course is designed to address the gaps in mathematics background for students with interrupted or limited formal education. Students will be introduced to math topics from grade 2 through Algebra in this course.
This course is recommended only for ELD students scoring below Algebra.
Still have questions?
Still have questions?
You can also email Joanne Amaro at jamaro@aacps.org or call/text at 301-615-2046. Se habla español 😊
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