Making content comprehensible for English learners: the SIOP Model

"This book introduces and explains the SIOP® (Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol) Model, a comprehensive, coherent, research-validated model of sheltered instruction, no implemented in districts throughout all 50 states and in multiple countries and territories. The SIOP Model improves teaching effectiveness and results in academic gains for students."--From the back cover.;Introducing the SIOP® model -- Lesson preparation -- Building background -- Comprehensible input -- Strategies -- Interaction -- Practice & application -- Lesson delivery -- Review & assessment -- Issues of reading, RTI, and special education for English learners -- Effective use of the SIOP® protocol -- Frequently asked questions: getting started with the SIOP® model.