Implementation in five Saint Paul Public Schools serving high proportions of
dual language learners led to gains in literacy of nearly a half a year at the end of preschool.
Not exact matches
The research team
led by Ji - Young Choi, an assistant professor of Human Development and Family Studies, found
dual -
language learners (DLLs) had significant growth, eventually outperforming students who only spoke English, once DLLs gained basic English proficiency.
«We know that early childhood is a critical period for children who are
dual -
language learners,» said Virginia Buysse, the review's
lead author and co-director of the National Pre-K and Early Learning Evaluation Center.
As Director, she oversaw Bilingual, ESOL, and World Languages programs,
leading many initiatives benefitting ELL / bilingual
learners and all students, including the expansion of
dual language programs and piloting the NYS Seal of Biliteracy.