Bridging Authentic Experiences and Literacy Skills Through the Language Experience Approach

Although the research base is small on adult English language learners (ELLs) who are learning English while also acquiring basic literacy, this research can still guide instructional practices. The essential components of reading skills suggests that the Language Experience Approach has the potential to integrate relevant meaning-focused reading with the instruction of basic reading skills. An example using the Langu-age Experience Approach with low literacy ELLs is provided