Language Synthesis Essay

In my opinion, I believe both programs are beneficial. However, there are several
factors to consider when placing students' in each program: age, personality, and
gender.
When Sanya first arrives, we should assess her. Her father has described her
love for books, so even just reading to her the first few times to see where she is at with
her English comprehension. In addition, Sanya's father has described her as a shy
seven years old, but is outgoing when she is familiar with her new surroundings. I
believe, with her personality, she will flourish in a classroom setting. But, we should pull
her from time to time to see how well she is adjusting to her new environment.
Hussein is a 16-year-old boy and his father describes him as vibrant, but

that all
disappeared when the family fled their country four years ago. Hussein is now moody
and has become disengaged. I believe, Hussein is going through what us called culture
shock.

People in this stage become angry and confused, and do not understanding their
new environment. We need to give him some time until he becomes familiar with his
surroundings. He also may be going through the "silent period", commonly known with
newly arrived ESL students'. This stage may last a few days to a year. Hussein age is a
major factor in trying to place him in a specific program. I think, a pull-out program will
help him tremendously, but he may become more withdrawn as it could be
embarrassing for him getting pulled from his class. However, I still think we should try
for the first few times pulling him and see how he reacts. Maybe, he will open up once
he becomes comfortable with an EA, but any information given to EA's must remain
confidential. Another idea is to bring older ESL peers into the pull-out program and see
if he will connect with them, for this may make him feel like he belongs. His father also
mentioned his love for sports, EA's can bring in sports books, magazines, or even
sports card. Talking to him about his sport interest may engage him and remember what
he loves. EA's also have to be aware of pulling students' out of the classroom setting
will make them fall behind in their classroom

studies.
EA's must be empathic towards such an awful situation. We must make sure all
families feel like they belong in our community, and acknowledge that trying to adjust
will take time. EA's must try our best in deciding which program is best for each
individual, and hope these children will one day feel comfortable in a ne