Working with English Language Learners: Preservice Teachers and Photovoice

Authors

  • Kevin J. Graziano Nevada State College

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.18251/ijme.v13i1.354

Keywords:

ELL, ESL, participatory action research, photovoice, preservice teachers, second language acquisition

Abstract

This study utilizes documentary photography and storytelling, photovoice, to identify the educational realities of 16 Hispanic English Language Learners from an urban elementary school in the Southwest. Reflections from preservice teachers who utilized photovoice to gather data from the English Language Learners of this study are also discussed. Three main themes emerged from English Language Learners’ photographs and stories: (a) meaningful and fun instruction; (b) struggles and joys with literature, and (c) a sense of determination to excel and support others. Preservice teachers indicate they were positively affected by the enhanced learning environment of the study.

Author Biography

Kevin J. Graziano, Nevada State College

Dr. Graziano is an Associate Professor at Nevada State College, Teacher Preparation Program, School of Education. His teaching and research interests include socio-cultural foundations of education, teacher education, Teaching English as a Second Language, the digital divide, and urban learning.

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Published

2011-05-02

How to Cite

Graziano, K. J. (2011). Working with English Language Learners: Preservice Teachers and Photovoice. International Journal of Multicultural Education, 13(1). https://doi.org/10.18251/ijme.v13i1.354

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Articles (Peer-reviewed)