New ACT Accommodations for English Learners: A Closer Look
The ACT has announced new testing accommodations for English Learners. How will these accommodations be implemented?
English Learners
Contours of the Field: Engaging Parents of English Learners
Why are parents of English Learners less likely to participate in their children’s education? What can be done to engage these parents?
Contours of the Field: Equitable Representation of English Learners in Special Education
English Learners are disproportionately represented in special education. What does this imbalance mean?
Southeast is Fastest Growing Region for English Learners
More immigrants are settling in the Southeast. What are the implications for equity in PreK-12 English learner education?
Contours of the Field: Native Languages of Dual Language Learners
Dual language learners’ native languages are academic assets. How do they support DLLs’ growth and success?
Building College and Career Pathways for EL Students
2017 California New America Fellow Kyle Halle-Erby describes his work to help forge college and career pathways for his EL students.
Concerning English Learner Policy Trends in States’ New School Accountability Systems
How are states using the opportunity to redesign their school accountability systems? So far, it’s a mixed bag.
Contours of the Field: Dual Language Learners and Academic Language
How are social and academic language distinct? How does this distinction affect DLLs’ development?
Criado en Chicago: Patterns of Hispanic Participation in Chicago’s Early Education Programs
New research shows unexpected patterns of early education participation for Hispanic children.
Contours of the Field: Dual Language Learners and Early Language Development
How do dual language learners acquire English? How do their native languages support that project?