How Do Schools Unlock the Potential of English-Language Learners?
There are numerous ways to educate ELL students, but what is the best way to do it? Read Full Post >
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October 22, 2012
Translating the Common Core for Dual-Language Classrooms
Efforts are underway to adapt the common standards for dual language classrooms. Read Full Post >
October 10, 2012
Ark. District Asks Former ELLs to Return as Bilingual Teachers
Springdale, Ark., district hopes to lure up to 100 bilingual graduates back as classroom teachers. Read Full Post >
September 24, 2012
For Illinois' Preschools, Bilingual Teachers Are In Short Supply
A new study finds that Illinois' groundbreaking bilingual preschool mandate suffers from a major shortage of properly trained early childhood teachers. Read Full Post >
September 21, 2012
Calif. Advocacy Group for ELLs Wins National Recognition
Californians Together garners national recognition for its work on the biliteracy seal and long-term English-learners. Read Full Post >
August 28, 2012
Can Bilingualism Counteract Effects of Poverty?
Bilingualism helps immigrant children in low-income communities overcome the cognitive challenges that poverty presents, according to a new study. Read Full Post >
August 01, 2012
New York Becomes Second State to Recognize Biliteracy
The Empire State joins California to offer high school graduates a special "seal of biliteracy." Read Full Post >
July 30, 2012
After 53 Rounds, National Spanish Spelling Bee Ends in a Draw
Nineteen students from seven states vied for the second annual title of national Spanish spelling champion. Read Full Post >
July 10, 2012
New York May Join Calif. in Offering 'Seal of Biliteracy'
New York would become the second state in the nation to formally recognize high school graduates who demonstrate proficiency in multiple languages. Read Full Post >
July 10, 2012
Study of Dual-Language Immersion Launches in Portland Schools
The three-year-long study will examine the impacts that dual-language immersion programs have on student achievement. Read Full Post >
