English
As an Additional Language (EAL) Resources for Teachers, Students and
Parents
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Welcome
to English As an Additional Language Resources. This
site has been developed to assist teachers, students
and parents with resources to support language learning.
We
believe that children and youth can discover, develop and
act upon their potential.
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A
few facts about language learning:
- Language
development takes time and practice at any age.
- Learning
language requires more than memorizing rules and formulas.
- Conversational
English will develop first, usually 1 to 2 years.
- Academic
English may take between 5 to 7 years to develop.
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An Online Learning Centre Resource
© Saskatoon Public Schools,
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