This collection of research provides a review of research on the effective practices for improving outcomes for English learners including academic achievement.
Author(s): Margo Gottlieb
Publication Info: (2012). Bloomington, IN. Solution Tree Press.
Publication URL: https://evergreen.thecenterweb.org/eg/opac/record/11890
Category: Professional Development
Grade Level: All Grade Levels
Keywords: Assessment, Language Assessment
Summary:
This book examines the state of language education for ELs, provides a multi-step framework for phases of implementation of common language assessment, how to apply them in professional learning teams, and provides reproducible activities.
Biliteracy from the Start: Literacy Squared in Action
Author(s): Kathy Escamilla, Susan Hopewell, Sandra Butvilofsky, Wendy Sparrow, Lucinda Soltero-González, Olivia Ruiz-Figueroa, Manuel Escamilla
Publication Info: (2014). Philadelphia: Caslon Publishing.
Publication URL: https://evergreen.thecenterweb.org/eg/opac/record/12469
Category: Professional Development
Grade Level: All Grade Levels
Keywords: Bilingual Education, Bilingualism, Biliteracy, Dual Language Learners, Spanish Language Development
Summary:
This is a guide for educators on a systematically designed approach to teaching biliteracy for Spanish-English speaking students, through the use of a holistic biliteracy framework that was designed by the authors.
Designing and Implementing Two-Way Bilingual Programs: A Step-By-Step Guide for Administrators, Teachers, And Parents
Author(s): Margarita Espino Calderón, Liliana Minaya-Rowe
Publication Info: (2003). Thousand Oaks, CA. Corwin Press.
Publication URL: https://evergreen.thecenterweb.org/eg/opac/record/10976
Category: Leadership, Professional Development
Grade Level: All Grade Levels
Keywords: Bilingual Education, Dual-Language Programs
Summary:
This is a guide for administrators, teachers, and parents on the background information of two-way bilingual education. In addition, this book discusses the benefits of this bilingual education model for children in gains in academic achievement and creativity.
Young English Language Learners: Current Research and Emerging Directions for Practice and Policy.
Author(s): DaEugene E. García and Ellen C. Frede
Publication Info: (2010). New York. Teachers College Press.
Publication URL: https://evergreen.thecenterweb.org/eg/opac/record/11665
Category: Professional Development
Grade Level: All Grade Levels
Keywords: Early Childhood, Young Dual Language Learners
Summary:
This is an overview of research on policy and practice for young bilingual students and pedagogical considerations for that particular group of English learners.
Dual Language Essentials for Teachers and Administrators
Author(s): David E Freeman, Yvonne S. Freeman, and Sandra P. Mercuri
Publication Info: (2005). Portsmouth, NH. Heinemann.
Publication URL: http://evergreen.thecenterweb.org/eg/opac/record/11931
Category: Leadership, Professional Development
Grade Level: Early Childhood
Keywords: Bilingual Education, Dual Language Learners, Language Instruction
Summary:
This is a guide for educators on the background information on bilingual programs, and the essential elements to consider in the development, implementation, and improvement of dual language programs.
Assessment and Instruction of Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Students with or At-Risk of Learning Problems: From Research to Practice
Author(s): Virginia Gonzalez, Rita Brusca-Vega, Thomas Yawkey ; foreword by Leonard M. Baca
Publication Info: (1997). Boston. Allyn and Bacon.
Publication URL: https://evergreen.thecenterweb.org/eg/opac/record/8792
Category: Professional Development
Grade Level: All Grade Levels
Keywords: Assessment, Bilingual Special Education
Summary:
This book offers a comprehensive overview of the considerations for appropriate assessment for culturally and linguistically diverse students with learning disabilities.
Bilingual Education in the 21st century: A Global Perspective
Author(s): Ofelia García
Publication Info: (2009). Malden, MA. Wiley-Blackwell.
Publication URL: https://evergreen.thecenterweb.org/eg/opac/record/11946
Category: Professional Development
Grade Level: All Grade Levels
Keywords: Benefits of Bilingualism, Bilingual Education, Policy
Summary:
This book examines the history and current state of bilingual education programs throughout the world and invites readers to consider the idea of multilingualism as a resource for a globalized world.
ESL/EFL Teaching: Principles for Success
Author(s): David E Freeman and Yvonne S. Freeman
Publication Info: (1998). Portsmouth, NH. Heinemann.
Publication URL: https://evergreen.thecenterweb.org/eg/opac/record/7698
Category: Professional Development
Grade Level: All Grade Levels
Keywords: Content-Based Language Teaching, ESL Methods, Second Language Acquisition
Summary:
Using classroom examples, this book is a guide to using effective language teaching methodologies, particularly through content teaching instructional designs such as SDAIE, ELD, and sheltered English.
Introducing Second Language Acquisition
Author(s): Muriel Saville-Troike
Publication Info: (2006). Cambridge, UK: Cambridge University Press.
Publication URL: https://evergreen.thecenterweb.org/eg/opac/record/12700
Category: Professional Development
Grade Level: All Grade Levels
Keywords: Language Acquisition Theory, Second Language Acquisition
Summary:
This is an introductory guide to the principles of second language acquisition, including formal and informal language learning and considerations for successful language acquisition.
Dual Language Instruction From A To Z: Practical Guidance For Teachers And Administrators
Author(s): Else Hamayan, Fred Genesee, Nancy Cloud
Publication Info: https://evergreen.thecenterweb.org/eg/opac/record/12234
Publication URL: (2013). Portsmouth, NH. Heinemann.
Category: Leadership, Professional Development
Grade Level: All Grade Levels
Keywords: Bilingual Education, Dual Language Learners
Summary:
This is a guide for educators on how to develop, implement, and improve dual language programs. Specific ways to implement successful programs are outlined for use by school districts, schools, or individual educators looking for concrete guidelines on this topic.