Hands-On Approach

A hands-on approach is highly significant for Emergent Bilingual students because it allows them to actively engage with the learning process through physical activities, visual cues, and real-world applications, which can overcome language barriers and foster deeper understanding, especially when they are still developing their verbal communication skills in English; this approach can also build confidence by providing opportunities for exploration and discovery without excessive pressure to speak fluently.

👐Make it Hands On 👐

Hands-on activities let the students' minds grow and learn based on the experiences and the environment they are exposed to. EBs learn while discussing, investigating, creating, and discovering with other students.

Key benefits of hands-on learning for EBs:

Visual and kinesthetic engagement:
Hands-on activities often involve manipulating objects, drawing, or building, which appeals to visual and kinesthetic learners, helping them grasp concepts more readily than through purely verbal instruction.
Reduced language anxiety:
By relying on visual cues and physical interaction, hands-on activities can alleviate the pressure to speak perfect English, allowing EBs to participate more comfortably and confidently.
Meaningful context for language acquisition:
When students actively engage with real-world scenarios through hands-on activities, they are more likely to connect new vocabulary and grammar to meaningful contexts, enhancing language acquisition.
Collaborative learning opportunities:
Many hands-on activities encourage group work, allowing EBs to practice language skills with peers while collaborating on projects.
Development of critical thinking skills:
Hands-on activities often require problem-solving and decision-making, which helps students develop important critical thinking skills regardless of their language proficiency.
Early success and motivation:
By providing opportunities to experience early successes through hands-on activities, EBs can feel more motivated and engaged in the learning process.