Texas State University System : Mathematics for English Language Learners Project Mathematics for English Language Learners Project
MELL Articles and Presentations
The MELL project is active throughout each project year presenting research findings and products to interested audiences at conferences and events. The MELL project believes in making its presentations, publications and products as widely available as possible so that educators have ready access to new information and catalysts for change.
MELL in Print
The MELL project team is continually sharing its best practice knowledge with educators and fellow researchers through presentations and published articles. Other authors also reference the MELL project's work in their materials. This page holds the most recent articles from MELL team members.
| Title | Journal | Author | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridging the Language Barrier in Mathematics | Mathematics Teacher | Winsor, Matthew S. | 12/2007 |
| Reading and Mathematics Connection: English Language Learner Students’ Perspective | Journal of Mathematical Sciences & Mathematics Education | Das, Kumer P. | 06/2008 |
MELL Team Presentations
The MELL project is asked to present project findings and products to colleagues throughout Texas and the nation. The MELL project believes strongly in sharing project information with as wide an audience as possible beyond conference proceedings. This page holds all of the most recent MELL presentations conducted by MELL staff. Please check back often for new presentations.
| Title | Description | Author | Forum | Date |
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Presents identified best practice strategies for teaching ELL students mathematics. |
Huling, Leslie |
1/2007 |
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Discusses easy and useful techniques for helping ELL students enjoy learning mathematics instead of being afraid to. |
Fischer, Joyce |
1/2007 |
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Analysis of the mathematics education components in courses, field experience and student teaching of the teacher preparation programs in Texas. |
White, Larry |
2/2006 |
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Analysis of scientific based research and literature addressing mathematics instruction for ELLs and analysis of what is known and what is missing from the existing literature. |
Summerlin, Jim |
2/2006 |
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Results of an analysis of the best practices in terms of mathematics content, pedagogy, and common field experiences associated with successful programs. |
Jasper, Bill |
2/2006 |
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Texas teacher survey data and focus group findings on the professional development needs of secondary mathematics ELL teachers. |
Richardson, Sandra |
2/2006 |
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Matrix comparing the perceived professional development needs of secondary mathematics teachers of ELLs and available professional development resources. |
Richardson, Sandra |
2/2006 |
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Analysis and discussion of the results of the formative assessment of mathematics TExES competencies given to over 500 preservice teachers. |
Lien, Vi |
2/2006 |
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Presents research data that demonstrate success in closing the gaps in ELL student achievement by improving mathematics learning through best practices methods. |
Fischer, Joyce |
2/2006 |
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Discusses pilot professional development plan (ACCION) and the assessment of the program’s effect on student ELL learning outcomes. |
Fischer, Joyce |
2/2006 |
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Analysis of various professional development programs that address issues and strategies related to ELL instruction. |
Fischer, Joyce |
2/2006 |
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Overview of ELL teaching strategies as they pertain to mathematics essential skills and knowledge. |
Huling, Leslie |
1/2006 |
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Presentation on ELL student performance on Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) statewide standardized test. Concludes that significant differences remain in performance of ELL versus non ELL students. |
Das, Kumer |
07/2006 |
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Discusses guiding principles developed to improve teacher preparation for teaching mathematics to the ELL and other special needs populations. |
White, Larry |
06/2007 |
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Overview of MELL project its basis, five member universities, and the project direction going forward. |
Huling, Leslie |
Various forums |
06/2006 |
Looking for something from one of our MELL summer conferences? The Conferences page contains a wealth of training, research and best practice presentations and materials offered at the various MELL conferences over the years.
MELL Conference Presentations
Looking for something from one of our MELL summer conferences? The Conferences page contains a wealth of training, research and best practice presentations and materials offered at the various MELL conferences over the years.
