Frank Porter Graham researchers also conducted annual statewide evaluations of NC Pre-K, which found that NC Pre-K participants made greater gains than would be expected for normal developmental growth, with particular benefits
for dual language learners and low - income students.Peisner - Feinberg, E.S. (2014, May).
Resources for Supporting Teachers and Administrators to Improve Outcomes
for Dual Language Learners in Pre-K through Third Grade identifies selected resources on best practices and policy to support effective teaching and learning
for dual language learners (DLL) in early childhood programs and early elementary school.
The bill would also allow funding for early learning programs
for our dual language learners in pre-school!!
SciMath - DLL model is a preschool professional development model that integrates STEM instructional offerings with supports
for dual language learners....
I like the aspect that Dr. Chen reiterates over and over the methods, content, examples, theories that are necessary for those who will enhance the lessons
for all their dual language learners!
This webinar provided participants an opportunity to identify the opportunities of SRCLP program to increase language and literacy skills of young children and improve practice of educators; share evidence - based research to improve reading comprehension of children preschool to third grade; and discuss considerations for state leaders in designing policy and professional learning to increase effectiveness of early language and literacy instruction, particularly
for dual language learners, and children with special needs.
[372] Another study found full - day kindergarten helped narrow the achievement gap
for dual language learners in particular.
A new profile highlights the co-teaching approach
for dual language learners (DLLs) at Community of Peace Academy in St. Paul, Minnesota.
Not exact matches
A new summary of 12 years of research on North Carolina's pre-kindergarten program
for at - risk 4 - year - olds shows that «
dual -
language learners» make the greatest academic progress in the program.
She headed a new review of research in order to examine several measures of the quality of early childhood education specifically
for dual -
language learners.
«Given the research and demographic shifts, it's essential to carefully measure the quality of classroom experiences
for dual -
language learners and to optimize their learning in our state and across the country.»
«In fact, measures designed specifically with
dual -
language learners in mind do capture different dimensions of the learning environment that are especially important
for these children.»
«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.
Peisner - Feinberg said focusing on classroom quality — especially on the instructional environments of
dual -
language learners — is essential to understanding how to maximize their opportunities
for learning.
She added, though, that small sample sizes and other methodological challenges necessitated more research in order to demonstrate exactly which interventions hold the most promise
for dual -
language learners.
(4) Research - based strategies and activities
for children who are
dual language learners that, to the extent possible:
[154] Therefore,
for children who are
dual language learners, screening and assessment may need to be conducted in both
languages in order to gain a complete understanding of these children's knowledge, skills and abilities.
Program Options
for English
Language Learners (Also available in Bengali, Chinese, Haitian Creole, and Spanish) A brief overview of the three main English
language learning programs in New York City's public schools: English as a New
Language (ENL), Transitional Bilingual Education (TBE), and
Dual Language.
She also encouraged states to use this opportunity under Title IV, Part A, to provide a «well - rounded education»
for young students, noting that early elementary grades tend to focus on literacy skills such as letter and word identification, while
dual language learners — as well as all young children — would benefit from increased attention to building comprehension, vocabulary, and background knowledge.
The curriculum is appropriate
for all children, including
dual -
language learners and children with disabilities.
Dual Language Learners: Effective Instruction in Early Childhood — article, by Claude Goldenberg, Judy Hicks and Ira Lit that appeared in the American Federation of Teachers» journal, summarizing research on effective early education
for DLLs including the use of the children's primary
language where possible, the adoption of effective practices
for building English
language skills and the involvement of families in supporting children's learning
The report addresses eight action items to improve early learning, such as professionalizing the early education workforce, intentionally supporting
dual -
language learners, and refining accountability systems with children's development in mind, and it notes which stakeholders would be responsible
for implementing each recommendation.
While it is possible that the under - enrollment of ELL students in choice schools may not be the root of the problem, the remediation of this enrollment disparity may have the potential to turn around the achievement gap
for English
language learners in the state of Connecticut, and both policy changes and the creation of new,
dual -
language magnet schools are two, very promising solutions.
The creation of additional
dual -
language magnet schools based on existing models is the best way to address some of the disparities in educational opportunities
for English
language learners, and it is not so far fetched.
This
dual approach (i.e., content teaching that incorporates
language development, typically referred to as sheltered instruction) and how best to implement it have been the research focus of the Center
for Research on the Educational Achievement and Teaching of English
Language Learners (CREATE).
So we'll continue to get information on how student sub-groups — such as minority populations,
dual language learners, and students with learning disabilities — are performing, but we aren't tying those tests to harsh consequences
for schools and teachers.
Federal policies play a particularly important role in protecting the rights of and advancing educational equity
for historically disadvantaged students, including students of color, students with disabilities, low - income students, and
dual -
language learners.
A short overview of the research on the growing
dual -
language learner population and its implications
for policy and practice, with a focus on
language and literacy development, early childhood classroom practices, and alignment between early childhood and the later grades — from the Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute
For Spanish immersion,
dual language, and bilingual classrooms, Español ensures all
learners can improve their Spanish -
language proficiency while simultaneously building transferrable literacy skills, content - area knowledge and academic vocabulary.
Best Practices
for Supporting Teachers and Administrators to Improve Outcomes
for Dual Language Learners in PK - Grade 3 highlights research on training DLL teachers, describes best practices for teachers and administrators to support development of English and children's home language, shares a tool for coaching and professional development of teachers, and discusses policy trends and recommendations for improving outcomes of dual language learner child
Dual Language Learners in PK - Grade 3 highlights research on training DLL teachers, describes best practices
for teachers and administrators to support development of English and children's home
language, shares a tool
for coaching and professional development of teachers, and discusses policy trends and recommendations
for improving outcomes of
dual language learner child
dual language learner children.
With both
languages equally represented, students who are English
language learners feel a sense of appreciation
for their
dual language gifts.
Using a variety of «good start» activities that can be transformed into better ones, they engaged in active, classroom - friendly activities and viewed videos that illustrate strategies
for ensuring that all children, including
dual language learners (DLLs), benefit from powerful science learning experiences.
• Build meaningful partnerships within schools and with your community • Develop a continuum of services
for students with disabilities • Support gifted
learners throughout your district • Build effective pre-K services throughout the community and find the resources
for early - childhood education • Serve students with options that include single - gender education and
dual -
language opportunities • Grow your curriculum beyond core subjects to include dynamic arts and culture offerings and compelling STEM, and more.
He has also played a major role in creating a series of broadcast quality videos on infant / toddler care and development, early learning and development standards, preschool program guidelines, best practices
for young
dual language learners, and early childhood educator competencies.
The webinar presents an opportunity to learn about the state of the field and approaches that can help ensure high - quality early learning
for dual -
language learners.
Members include the state Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, the state Department of Early Education and Care, the state Department of Public Health, and Head Start; specialists within these agencies that represent special education, early childhood mental health, assessment, literacy, and
dual -
language learners; and Strategies
for Children, a state advocacy organization.
Discover 45 of today's best strategies
for teaching young
dual language learners and supporting their families.
She currently works on projects that seek to build research capacity in the study of
dual language learners ages birth — five, with recent efforts that include adapting Recognition & Response (a model of Response to Intervention
for pre-kindergarteners)
for use with Spanish - speaking preschoolers.
Teaching Young Children Magazine
for preschool teachers published by NAEYC — Each bimonthly issue contains strategies
for supporting
dual language learners (tyc.naeyc.org) by Karen Nemeth
Based on the planning guide, 10 Best Practices
for Developing Book Experiences
for Dual Language Learners, this webinar will support early childhood educators as they improve overall academic success with
language and literacy development.
With support throughout The Creative Curriculum ®
for Preschool
for English - and
dual -
language learners, our curriculum resources help build teachers» knowledge about best practices.
Our resources offering support
for English and
dual -
language learners are based on the most current research in the early education field.
Each chapter provides supporting guidance to make technology most effective
for those working with children who are
dual language learners or may have special needs.
The effects are particularly strong amongst certain subgroups of children, particularly Hispanic and African - American children,
dual language learners, children who are homeless or in foster care, those who qualify
for free lunch, and those whose mothers didn't graduate high school.
Cross-level interactions indicate that emotional warmth was particularly salient
for English
language learners in
dual language immersion, whereas instructional support moderated the relationship between developmental bilingual education and reading achievement.
Assessment materials will be strengthened through evidence - centered design (ECD) and the principles of Universal Design
for Learning (UDL), ensuring a valid, reliable assessment that can support the learning of all children, including those with disabilities and
dual language -
learners.