New report identifies what works for ELL students.A report recently released by EdSource has identified four educational practices most commonly associated with higher performance among elementary English Language English language, member of the West Germanic group of the Germanic subfamily of the Indo-European family of languages (see Germanic languages). Spoken by about 470 million people throughout the world, English is the official language of about 45 nations. Learners (ELLs). According to according to prep. 1. As stated or indicated by; on the authority of: according to historians. 2. In keeping with: according to instructions. 3. the study, "Similar English Learner Students, Different Results," the following practices produced, on average, the highest academic achievements among ELLs in California elementary schools elementary school: see school. : * Using student assessment data extensively * Ensuring access to good teachers and instructional resources * Closely aligning the curriculum with state academic standards * Setting measurable and ambitious goals for student achievement The study is based on a survey of needy need·y adj. need·i·er, need·i·est 1. Being in need; impoverished. See Synonyms at poor. 2. Wanting or needing affection, attention, or reassurance, especially to an excessive degree. 4,700 teachers and 237 principals in 137 California school districts. It is available online at www.edsource.org. |
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