Individual cognitive factors, especially low-achievement patterns, increase the risk for ESL, but non-cognitive factors (e.g. personality traits, problem behaviour) also play a role. At the level of the family and social background, the most prominent risk factor is low socio-economic status. However, it is noted that ESLers comprise a heterogeneous group.


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Interplay of factors contributing to ESL at the levels of the individual, the family and social background
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Overview of innovative online trainings for educators
The professional development of educators for addressing ESL can be successfully supported by online trainings or other forms based on information and communications technology. Currently, several online training platforms for educators exist across Europe and globally, but evaluation studies are lacking to help highlight best practices in the field.
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Teachers’ professional development
The continuing professional development (CDP) of teachers is one of the most important approaches for preventing ESL. Improving educators’ competencies (e.g. communication, discipline management and cooperation competencies) implies improving students’ educational experience and reducing their risk for ESL. CPD should intertwine the different modes (e.g. study groups, self-reflection etc.) taking teachers’ motivation, interests and their stage of professional development into account.