Integrating ELD Standards Across the Curriculum: Supporting Language Development in Every Classroom
This visual illustrates how the California ELD Standards integrate with all content areas, supporting English learners in developing academic language, engaging meaningfully with peers, and using English purposefully across disciplines. It emphasizes the “Why,” “How,” and “What” of language development to promote equity, multilingualism, and student voice in every classroom.
The ELA/ELD Framework offers comprehensive guidance for integrating English Language Development with English Language Arts. It supports educators in designing instruction that builds language, literacy, and content knowledge—empowering all students, especially English learners, to thrive in every subject area.
The Executive Summary of the ELA/ELD Framework highlights key principles for integrating language and literacy instruction. It provides a clear vision for supporting all students—especially English learners—through rich texts, meaningful conversations, and thoughtful instruction that builds both content knowledge and academic language.
The California English Language Development (ELD) Standards guide teachers in helping English learners build language skills they need to succeed across all subjects. These standards focus on purposeful communication, meaningful interaction, and understanding how English works—supporting students to grow as confident, capable learners.