The Use and Validity of Home Language Surveys in State English Language Proficiency Assessment Systems: A Review and Issues Perspective

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Bailey, A.; Kelly, K.
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Resource Type
Journal
Acquisition Number
BE025182
Published Date
01-05-2015 2:55 PM
Published Year
2010
Number of Pages
49
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Abstract
This paper focuses on the home language surveys used by five SEAs to initially identify students who may be eligible for language assistance services. Contents include a brief history of the use of such surveys in U.S. schools and current practices, with examples from selected SEAs. The authors also examine the evidentiary bases for current HLS design; summarize challenges for initially identifying ELs; provide suggestions for designing validation plans; and offer alternative approaches for existing home language surveys and make recommendations for guidance and validation of them.
Topics
English Learners
English Learners
English Learner Identification