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WWC Evidence Review Protocol for Interventions for English Learners

Published Year

2020

Resource Type

Reference

English learners (ELs) are among the fastest-growing population in U.S. schools and comprise 9 percent of all students in grades PreK-12 nationwide (U.S. Department of Education, 2018).

Utilizing an Online COP: Family, Community, School

Published Year

2016

Resource Type

Reference

This blog posts discusses the ideas and outcomes from a six-week online project on how to better engage EL families in their local schools and communities.

To HOTs or Not? Higher Order Thinking for ELLs

Published Year

2016

Resource Type

Reference

This blog post discusses ELs and higher order thinking skills (HOTS). The author provides specific ways to incorporate HOTS into lesson plans and instructional activities.

ESL Students in Mainstream: 10 Online Resources for Teachers

Published Year

2016

Resource Type

Reference

This blog post provides 10 resources with links for teaching ELs.

Why We Still Won't Teach the 5-Paragraph Essay

Published Year

2016

Resource Type

Reference

This blog post discusses the pros and cons of the t5-paragraph essay. The authors state that teaching it is not a solution for all writing issues.

Early Literacy Instruction in Spanish: Teaching the Beginning Reader

Published Year

2015

Resource Type

Reference

Throughout the U.S., many children are receiving some or all of their literacy instruction in Spanish. Dr.

Collaborating with interpreters: Overview

Published Year

2015

Resource Type

Reference

The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association outlines several roles and responsibilities for providing culturally-competent materials and translation or interpretation services when working with non-English speakers.

Sample Digital Monitoring Systems

Published Year

2015

Resource Type

Reference

This tool is an alphabetical list of some data-monitoring systems used by SEAs, LEAs, and individual schools. The tool describes the general features of the systems, and if applicable, features specifically for ELs.

Questions and Answers Regarding the Inclusion of English Learners with Disabilities in English Language Proficiency Assessments and Title III Annual Measurable Achievement Objectives

Published Year

2014

Resource Type

Reference

This document provides guidance on the inclusion of ELs with disabilities in ELP assessments under Titles I and III of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965, as amended. These are assessments designed to measure the progress of ELs in attaining English language proficiency.