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Q: What does STEP T for ELLs stand for?
A: It's Secondary Teacher Education and Profession Training for English Language learrners.

The STEP T for ELLs Program helps secondary teachers of math, science, and social studies to provide effective instruction to ESOL students. This program provides professional development in the following areas:

  1. Profiles of English Language Learners (ELLs)
  2. Cross-cultural Communication
  3. Literacy Development for ELLs
  4. Teaching Strategies for ELLs
  5. Adaptation of Materials for ELLs
  6. Classroom Assessment for ELLs

This program builds an understanding of who our ELLs are and how to communicate across cultures effectively. In addition, the unique design of our training program exposes teachers to instructional strategies that are specific to their content area.

Q: Where is your office located?

A: We are located at 1000 Hilltop circle, Baltimore, MD 21250.

For general inquiries:
Email: stept-webmaster@umbc.edu
Office: 410-455-3445

To request an in-service training program or workshop:
Dr. Joan Kang Shin, Project Director
Phone: 410-455-1578
Email: jshin2@umbc.edu

Q: Where can I find more information?
A: You can find more information on the website, www.umbc.edu/stept.
Q: Who should I contact when I have a training request?
A: Please contact Dr. Joan Kang Shin by email jshin2@umbc.edu.

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