We don't just say we have a proven method, we prove it! The Sube activities have been aligned with international standards and the strategies are based on the best research on second language learning.
I. Standards and Benchmarks
The SUBE curriculum has been carefully aligned with state and national standards. SUBE Spanish is aligned with New Mexico state standards. We have also aligned the curriculum with the TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of other Languages) because we found that TESOL standards are comprehensive and effective, and easily transfer to Spanish language learning. Below you will find all the standard alignments that are included in the correlating SUBE lesson manual. We can also provide correlatations for your state upon request. (Click on the following for PDF files.)
II. Scope and Sequence
The Sube Spanish curriculum has academic benchmarks that provide
scope
and sequence for each unit. To be released in 2010. Below is a sneak preview from the completed English Sube:
ESL Scope and Sequence_Animals Unit (PDF)
III. Assessment Chart
The SUBE curriculum includes an assessment chart for each unit to help you track each child's progress and determine areas of strength and weakness. When using the complete Sube program across grade levels, these charts are also used to help transition students from one grade to the next.
IV. Sube Methodology
The Sube curriculum is based on years of research on how to teach a second language effectively in the classroom. It has been field tested successfully in classrooms nationwide during which time we have developed new and excting techniques and strategies that accelerate learning and make the process of teaching and learning a second language easy and fun. The Sube Methodology outline provides a detailed explanation of the theories and research that formed the Sube program and how we have developed strategies and techniques based on this research, as well as our first hand experiences in the classroom.
Sube Methodology (pdf)
V. Research Support
Below are relevant articles, links to web sites and research based data that have contributed to the Sube methodology. It is includede here to support your work in the classroom, with your school, in your relationship with parents,and with your community as a whole. Here are some of the ways that this data can assist you:
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When writing a grant to receive bilingual funds, research based data can support your school plan.
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For schools wanting to start a language program, this information can help you gain the support of the parents and the community.
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As a teacher, reading about research that supports your work in the classroom or provides examples of best practices and successful learning models, is motivating and inspiring.
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When doing a presentation for bilingual certification or at a conference, this data will help to develop your outline and provide documented support.
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For new teachers with little classroom experience, reading articles and information from experienced teachers, researchers and experts in the field of Bilingual Education can be a great resource.
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School administrators benefit as this resource center gathers and organizes valuable data that can assist in grant writing, presentations. and report writing.
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As an individual wanting to teach Spanish in your neighborhood or wanting to start a small school, this data can greatly improve the response from the community.
Active Learning and the Limited English Proficient Student
Integrating Learning Styles and Skills in the ESL Classroom: An Approach to Lesson Planning
Planned Alternation of Languages (PAL): Language Use and Distribution in Bilingual Classrooms
Working with English Language Learners: Strategies for Elementary and Middle School Teachers
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