ELPS Resource Tools
The English Language Proficiency Standards (ELPS), as required by 19 Texas Administrative Code, Chapter 74, Subchapter A, §74.4, outline English language proficiency level descriptors and student expectations for English language learners (ELLs). School districts are required to implement ELPS as an integral part of each subject in the required curriculum.
Chapter 74. Curriculum RequirementsOpens a new window
The ELPS are part of the state–required curriculum, the Texas Essential
Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) for K–12.
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Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) for K–12.
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An overview of the Sheltered Instruction Training SeriesOpens a new window is now available on the Texas Gateway. The resource provides information about sheltered instruction and the professional development training series. It also contains a checklistOpens a new window to track progress in completing the courses for 20 CPE hours.
ELPS Academy
This online module provides an understanding of how the English Language Proficiency Standards (ELPS) provide cross-curricular second language acquisition essential knowledge and skills for listening, speaking, reading, and writing. As well as, to support a common framework for educators while providing instruction to ELLs in all content area classrooms. (4 CPE hours)
This online module provides an understanding of how the English Language Proficiency Standards (ELPS) provide cross-curricular second language acquisition essential knowledge and skills for listening, speaking, reading, and writing. As well as, to support a common framework for educators while providing instruction to ELLs in all content area classrooms. (4 CPE hours)
Enroll in the course using the following URL: https://www.texascourses.org/courses/course-v1:TexasGateway+ELPS-AC+2016_T1/about Opens a new window
ELPS for Administrators
This online course is designed for campus administrators and will provide an overview for ELPS district implementation requirements, guidance on how to monitor effective instruction for English language learners (ELLs), and offer the ELPS K-12 Leader Pathway checklist tool for classroom observations. (3 CPE hours)
This online course is designed for campus administrators and will provide an overview for ELPS district implementation requirements, guidance on how to monitor effective instruction for English language learners (ELLs), and offer the ELPS K-12 Leader Pathway checklist tool for classroom observations. (3 CPE hours)
Enroll in the course using the following URL: https://www.texascourses.org/courses/course-v1:TexasGateway+ELPS-AD+2016/about Opens a new window
ELA/R
The Implementing the ELPS (English Language Proficiency Standards) in English Language Arts course will assist in understanding how to apply the ELPS cross-curricular student expectations and linguistic accommodations in a content area lesson. The integration of the ELPS in lesson planning and instructional practices to support ELL success will be addressed. (3 CPE hours)
The Implementing the ELPS (English Language Proficiency Standards) in English Language Arts course will assist in understanding how to apply the ELPS cross-curricular student expectations and linguistic accommodations in a content area lesson. The integration of the ELPS in lesson planning and instructional practices to support ELL success will be addressed. (3 CPE hours)
Enroll in the course using the following URL: https://www.texascourses.org/courses/course-v1:TexasGateway+ELPS01+2016/aboutOpens a new window
Math
The Implementing the ELPS in Mathematics course will assist in understanding how to apply the ELPS cross-curricular student expectations and linguistic accommodations in a content area lesson. The integration of the ELPS in lesson planning and instructional practices to support ELL success will be addressed. (3 CPE hours)
The Implementing the ELPS in Mathematics course will assist in understanding how to apply the ELPS cross-curricular student expectations and linguistic accommodations in a content area lesson. The integration of the ELPS in lesson planning and instructional practices to support ELL success will be addressed. (3 CPE hours)
Enroll in the course using the following URL: https://www.texascourses.org/courses/course-v1:TexasGateway+ELPS03+2016/aboutOpens a new window
Science
The Implementing the ELPS (English Language Proficiency Standards) in Science course will assist in understanding how to apply the ELPS cross-curricular student expectations and linguistic accommodations in a content area lesson. The integration of the ELPS in lesson planning and instructional practices to support ELL success will be addressed. (3 CPE hours)
The Implementing the ELPS (English Language Proficiency Standards) in Science course will assist in understanding how to apply the ELPS cross-curricular student expectations and linguistic accommodations in a content area lesson. The integration of the ELPS in lesson planning and instructional practices to support ELL success will be addressed. (3 CPE hours)
Enroll in the course using the following URL: https://www.texascourses.org/courses/course-v1:TexasGateway+ELPS04+2016/aboutOpens a new window
Social Studies
The Implementing the ELPS (English Language Proficiency Standards) in English Language Arts course will assist in understanding how to apply the ELPS cross-curricular student expectations and linguistic accommodations in a content area lesson. The integration of the ELPS in lesson planning and instructional practices to support ELL success will be addressed. (3 CPE hours)
The Implementing the ELPS (English Language Proficiency Standards) in English Language Arts course will assist in understanding how to apply the ELPS cross-curricular student expectations and linguistic accommodations in a content area lesson. The integration of the ELPS in lesson planning and instructional practices to support ELL success will be addressed. (3 CPE hours)
Enroll in the course using the following URL: https://www.texascourses.org/courses/course-v1:TexasGateway+ELPS02+2016/aboutOpens a new window
Guidance and Support for ELLs
This course provides educators with foundational knowledge of the essential elements to consider in providing guidance and support for English Language Learners (ELLs). (3 CPE hours)
This course provides educators with foundational knowledge of the essential elements to consider in providing guidance and support for English Language Learners (ELLs). (3 CPE hours)
Enroll in the course using the following URL: https://www.texascourses.org/courses/course-v1:TexasGateway+ELL-GS+2016/aboutOpens a new window
Second Language Acquisition
This course will provide educators with foundational knowledge in the second language acquisition process, along with its impact on content-area instruction and student achievement. (3 CPE hours) (3 CPE hours)
This course will provide educators with foundational knowledge in the second language acquisition process, along with its impact on content-area instruction and student achievement. (3 CPE hours) (3 CPE hours)
Enroll in the course using the following URL: https://www.texascourses.org/courses/course-v1:TexasGateway+ELL-SLA+2016/aboutOpens a new window
Effective Instructional Strategies and Routines
This course covers the key content objectives of providing differentiated instruction, building academic vocabulary, and facilitating cooperative learning. (3 CPE hours)
This course covers the key content objectives of providing differentiated instruction, building academic vocabulary, and facilitating cooperative learning. (3 CPE hours)
Enroll in the course using the following URL: https://www.texascourses.org/courses/course-v1:TexasGateway+ELLFoun-IS+2017/aboutOpens a new window
Assessment and Data–Driven Instruction
The objective of this course is to provide educators with the foundational knowledge of assessment and data-driven instructional practices that will support ELLs in academic settings. (3 CPE hours)
The objective of this course is to provide educators with the foundational knowledge of assessment and data-driven instructional practices that will support ELLs in academic settings. (3 CPE hours)
Enroll in the course using the following URL: https://www.texascourses.org/courses/course-v1:TexasGateway+ELLFoun-AD+2017/aboutOpens a new window
The ELL Instructional Video series show teachers using strategies from each of the three key areas—affective, linguistic, and cognitive—in an authentic classroom setting. These professional development videos highlight specific affective, linguistic, and cognitive teaching strategies that use language as the means through which content is taught.
ELA and Reading (1 CPE hour)
Enroll in the course using the following URL: https://www.texascourses.org/courses/course-v1:TexasGateway+ELL-GS+2016/aboutOpens a new window
Enroll in the course using the following URL: https://www.texascourses.org/courses/course-v1:TexasGateway+ELL-GS+2016/aboutOpens a new window
Math (1 CPE hour)
Enroll in the course using the following URL: https://www.texascourses.org/courses/course-v1:TexasGateway+SIVideo-MA+2016/aboutOpens a new window
Enroll in the course using the following URL: https://www.texascourses.org/courses/course-v1:TexasGateway+SIVideo-MA+2016/aboutOpens a new window
Science (1 CPE hour)
Enroll in the course using the following URL: https://www.texascourses.org/courses/course-v1:TexasGateway+SIVideo-SC+2016/aboutOpens a new window
Enroll in the course using the following URL: https://www.texascourses.org/courses/course-v1:TexasGateway+SIVideo-SC+2016/aboutOpens a new window
Social Studies (1 CPE hour)
Enroll in the course using the following URL: https://www.texascourses.org/courses/course-v1:TexasGateway+SIVideo-SS+2016/aboutOpens a new window
Enroll in the course using the following URL: https://www.texascourses.org/courses/course-v1:TexasGateway+SIVideo-SS+2016/aboutOpens a new window