In closing ELLs have unique pronunciation challenges that necessitate having insightful teachers who are aware, knowledgeable, and able to incorporate multiple strategies. The language-related punishments in these vignettes interfered with the ELLs’ learning process by raising their affective filter (i.e., defense mechanism; Krashen, 2003). Memories of such unjust punishments may last for several years-perhaps even a lifetime (Villasenor, 2004). Therefore, before imposing a behavior management strategy, assume that the inappropriate word has resulted from a pronunciation error, one that can be overcome with understanding patience, and support.