EAL
EAL Department is an English additional language intervention support that is designed to support the needs of the students who are learning multiple language for instance, English as a second or additional language. These students may face challenges in acquiring English proficiency due to their limited language skills.
Its primary purpose is to administer support with targeted instruction that helps those students who need assistance to develop their English language skills and successfully integrate into the mainstream educational setting. The EAL Department is an English as an additional language that gives intervention that vision a compass with the long-term goals and aspirations for giving a reinforcement to students who are learning English as a second or additional language.
Across the board, the EAL Department vision envisions an educational landscape that values linguistic and cultural diversity, which provides equitable opportunities for language learners, that fosters their academic, social, and emotional growth. It aims to create an inclusive and empowering educational environment where all students can thrive and reach their full potential.
“Together we will design a plan that meets your needs."
Objectives
The end goal of EAL (English as an additional language) Department is to provide an intervention plan which targeted a platform to shape an accessible and effective instruction to students who are learning English as a second or additional language.
The primary objectives of an EAL intervention plan include:
1. Language development:
The main objective is to give an intervention plan that fosters the development of English language skills in all areas, including listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The plan aims to improve students’ proficiency and fluency in English, enabling them to effectively communicate and participate in academic and social settings.
2. Academic integration
Another objective is to support students in integrating into the mainstream academic environment. This plan provides strategic and resources to help EFL/EAL students access the curriculum, understand instructional materials, and actively engage in classroom activities.
3. Individualised support
Every student has unique language learning needs, and the EAL Department with the designed intervention plan aims to provide individualised support. By assessing each student’s specific strength and areas of improvement, the plan tailor’s instruction, and resources to address their specific language development needs.
4. Cultural understanding:
The EAL Department designed an intervention plan that also aims to promote cultural understanding and respect. It recognises and values students of diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds, fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
5. Confidence building:
Building students’ confidence in their language abilities is a key objective.The EAL Department with its designed intervention plan provides opportunities for EAL students to practise their English skill in a supportive and non-judgmental environment.
6. Collaboration and communication:
Effective collaboration and communication between EAL teachers, mainstream classroom teachers, and other school staff are crucial objectives of the intervention plan. Regular communication ensures that all stakeholders are involved in monitoring progress and making necessary adjustments to the intervention strategies.
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Rationalle
The rationale for implementing an EAL English as an additional language programme at CBS Abu Dhabi, where 95% of the students are non-native English speakers whose first language is not English, is based on the following :
1. Language development
The EAL programme recognises that language development is crucial for all young learners who do not have English as their home language. By providing targeted support and instruction, the programme aims to help students acquire the English language skills necessary for academic success and social integration.
2. Inclusive Education
Language proficiency is strongly linked to academic achievement. By offering an EAL programme, CBS Abu Dhabi acknowledges the importance of supporting students in developing English language skills, which are essential for understanding content across various subjects and for meeting academic standards.
3. Academic achievement
Every student has unique language learning needs, and the EAL Department with the designed intervention plan aims to provide individualised support. By assessing each student’s specific strength and areas of improvement, the plan tailor’s instruction, and resources to address their specific language development needs.
4. Students’ well-being and confidence
Language barriers can impact students’ confidence, self-esteem, and overall well-being. By providing targeted language support through the EAL programme, CBS Abu Dhabi aims to create a supportive and nurturing environment where students feel valued, understood, and empowered to participate fully in all aspects of school life.
5. Academic Differentiation
The EAL programme recognises that students learn at different rates and have diverse language learning needs. It enables teachers to differentiate instruction and provide tailored support to EAL students, ensuring that their individual language development needs are met, and they can progress academically alongside their peers.
Conclusion
To sum it up, EAL Department provides an intervention plan designed to address the unique language development needs of non-native English-speaking students at CBS Abu Dhabi. The plan recognises the importance of language proficiency for academic success and aims to create an inclusive and supportive learning environment for EAL learners. At hand and beyond, implementing this intervention plan which the EAL Department is administering , CBS Abu Dhabi demonstrates its commitment in promoting language acquisition, cultural understanding, and overall student well-being.
The designed plan emphasises collaboration and partnership between EAL teachers and mainstream teachers, as well as active involvement of parents and the wider school community. It provides a framework for implementing evidence-based instructional strategies, differentiated support, and targeted interventions to meet the diverse language learning needs of EAL students.
The success of the implementation of the EAL intervention plan will be determined by the achievement of specific success criteria, including improvements in language proficiency, academic progress, student confidence and engagement, cultural and linguistic understanding, and standing inclusive practices. Ongoing progress monitoring an assessment will guide in instructional decisions and ensure the effectiveness of the interventions implemented.
Through the implementation of the comprehensive EAL intervention plan, CBS Abu Dhabi is positioned to support the academic and linguistic development of its EAL students, fostering their success in both English language acquisition and overall educational outcomes. CBDS EAL Department designed plan serves as a road map for building the capacity of the school in EAL intervention and promoting a supportive and inclusive learning environment for all students, regardless of their language background.
