Caring in the Community: Advocacy for ESL Students Through Social Constructivism and Case Management Practices

Case management and social constructivism are two theories not often combined when providing care for nontraditional community college students; there is also a dearth of literature on ways in which the two areas relate to adult English as a Second Language (ESL) students at community colleges. In this practice brief, we explain ways in which case management via social constructivism was used by faculty and staff to advocate for, empower, and care for ESL students at one community college. We hope that this practice brief will help community college administrators develop ways to enhance an inclusive environment for ESL students utilizing case management practices.