Module 2: Engage

1. Review p. 41 taking note of how the chapter is outlined, specifically the Conversation Structures, Conversation Scaffolds, and the Active Participation Strategies

2. Read Chapter 3

3. Questions and points to consider while reading:  Reflect in writing or discuss with a colleague. 

1. Why peer conversations are the most essential strategy?

2. Why peer conversations especially matter for ELs? Reflect on Figure 3.3 (pg. 47) 

3. What are the benefits of peer conversations? 

4. What tasks are more effective in promoting extended conversations/discussions?  Review on Figure 3.4 (pg. 50) 

4. Review the ELD Conversation Rubric from the author. 

Be prepared to share the experience during upcoming Class Check-in:

1. Choose and use one activity from each of the three categories discussed in chapter in an upcoming lesson(s).

   • Conversation structures: (pgs. 52-60)

   • Conversation Scaffolds: (pgs. 62-70)

   • Active participation strategies: (pgs.72-80)

2. Explain which activities you chose and why?

3. What did you notice in terms of students' content understandings, conversation skills, and academic language use?