Podcast
Time to complete:
42:56
Understanding the Critical Data Process to support dually identified ELs with Cheyen Herseth
Podcast
Time to complete:
42:56
Understanding the Critical Data Process to support dually identified ELs with Cheyen Herseth
In transitioning from ELPA21 to WIDA, Washington educators have faced both challenges and opportunities to rethink language instruction for English learners. Cheyen Herseth, an ML specialist and WIDA Fellow, joins Highest Aspirations to discuss her journey through this transition, the critical role of structured language development frameworks, and the importance of the ELL Critical Data Process in ensuring equitable support for dually identified students. She shares insights into how her district leverages these processes to holistically assess multilingual students, honoring their backgrounds while addressing language and academic needs.
Listen to the full episode here, and find resources referenced in the conversation below.
Key questions we address:
- What challenges arise when implementing new language development frameworks, and how can educators navigate them effectively?
- How does the ELL Critical Data Process ensure that multilingual students receive tailored support without over-identification?
- In what ways can educators and districts build comprehensive support networks that respect students' linguistic and cultural backgrounds?
For additional episode and community resources:
- Download the transcript here.
- To learn more about the author of the Critical Data Process at SteveGillell.com.
- For additional free resources geared toward supporting English learners, visit our blog.
- To expand your connection within the Ellevation community by join our Ellevation Educator Facebook Group.
Cheyen Herseth is an Elementary Multilingual Learning TOSA in Washington State, where she leads her district in adopting the WIDA Framework to support English learners. Now in her second year as a WIDA Fellow, Cheyen is passionate about building connections and refining systems that enhance educational outcomes for all students, with a focus on dually identified multilingual learners. She champions the Critical Data Process, a structured approach that helps ensure equitable support for students with diverse language needs.