FTCE Professional Education Practice Exam

What does the Cognitive Academic Language Learning Approach (CALLA) support?

1. Transition to content understood through ESOL strategies

2. Mastery of spoken English in social settings

3. Improvement of phonemic awareness in young learners

4. Development through experiential learning opportunities

The correct answer is: Transition to content understood through ESOL strategies

The Cognitive Academic Language Learning Approach (CALLA) is designed specifically to aid English language learners in improving their academic language proficiency while engaging content effectively. This approach emphasizes the integration of language development with academic learning strategies, making it particularly valuable for students transitioning to environments where English is the primary language of instruction. CALLA focuses on teaching students how to learn academic content through strategies that can be used along with English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) techniques. It integrates cognitive skills and language use, enabling learners to not just acquire content knowledge but also to become more proficient in navigating academic contexts. By enhancing students' understanding of subject matter while simultaneously developing their language skills, CALLA directly supports transitioning to content that is accessible and comprehensible in an English-speaking academic environment.