4 Benefits of Dual-Language Immersion Programs
While roughly half the global population speaks at least two languages, only about 20% of U.S. residents can say the same. Dual-language immersion programs, in which academic content is taught […]
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Science of Literacy and Dual Language Advocates Can Work Together, But It’s Harder Than You Think
Early this year, the Illinois Right to Read Act looked like a no-brainer. As originally written, the bill pushed teacher colleges, districts and schools to pay greater attention to phonics […]
What the ‘Science of Reading’ Should Look Like for English-Learners. It’s Not Settled
Over the past few years, some states have spent millions of dollars and passed new laws in an attempt to shift the way that schools teach kids how to read.
The ‘Science of Reading’ and English-Language Learners: What the Research Says
As more states and districts are embracing the “science of reading,” some educators and advocates have raised the question: Will these methods work for English-language learners?
Guest column: Dual-language immersion programs could get big boost
The ability to speak more than one language is an invaluable skill that can open doors both personally and professionally throughout a student’s lifetime. There are schools throughout Ventura County […]
LA schools make headway with English learners, but challenges remain
A state guide for teaching English learners is sparking innovation in school districts in Los Angeles County: classes that help students learn English and prepare students for college at the […]