U.S. Departments of Ed and Justice Release ELL Toolkit
The number of English language learners (ELLs) in the U.S. has grown by over 60 percent— an increase of more than 2 million students.
English Learners
How Young Children of Immigrants Face Discrimination At School
The first years of any child’s education are an impressionable time, and more difficult for immigrant children.
Identifying and Supporting ELLs with Learning Disabilities
Zooming in: A Close Look at Literacy Practices in Low-Income Latino Homes
Dual language learners (DLLs) come from linguistically, culturally, and economically diverse families.
Reclassification Data — What is it Good For?
How long does it take dual language learners (DLLs) to learn English? The general consensus is that it can take up to three to five years.
Answering Questions on Bilingual Education
Dr. Conor Williams answers questions on bilingual education and the research behind learning languages in the early years.
Miami’s Language Diversity Paradox
Isabella Sanchez talks about the “language shift” that many second-generation immigrant students are experiencing in Miami.
Prioritizing Family Engagement to Support DLLs
Interview: Improving Policies for Latino Children and Their Families
A Changing Portland, A Changing District: Language Diversity in the Centennial School District (Part Two)
Centennial School District is leveraging curriculum mapping, professional learning communities , and instructional support for DLLs.