What does a teacher need to be successful with SDAIE?

A successful teacher implementing SDAIE (Specially Designed Academic Instruction in English) must be well organized. This approach integrates language development and content instruction, requiring a teacher to plan effectively to accommodate diverse learners in their classrooms. Being well organized allows the teacher to create clear lesson objectives, use appropriate teaching strategies, and provide necessary resources that meet the varied needs of students.

Having a well-structured curriculum ensures that lessons are engaging, comprehensible, and aligned with both language and academic goals. This organization supports differentiated instruction, enabling the teacher to adapt materials and methodologies for students with different language proficiencies or learning styles. In contrast, simply speaking English or focusing on a singular language would not facilitate the comprehensive and inclusive teaching approach necessary for SDAIE. Rigid adherence to a set curriculum may also hinder responsiveness to students' immediate learning needs.