I just actually thought this was a short pretty interesting read, it gives you both sides of the story

This module explores ways to address the specific needs of ELL students and how to scaffold their language and literacy development. You will examine observable behaviors that indicate students' progression through stages of language acquisition. English-language learners are students who have acquired their primary listening and speaking skills in a language other than English.

This was a cool resource I had found for an ITU that I'm creating that is based on plants

The 21st century skills are a set of abilities that students need to develop in order to succeed in the information age. The Partnership for 21st Century Skills lists three types: These skills have always been important for students, though they are particularly important in our information-based economy.

This list has tons and I mean TONS of cool teacher websites and links to teacher blogs to get fun classroom ideas.