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1. ALTERNATIVE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS FOR ENGLISH LEARNERSin CDE’s new monographEducating English Learners: Research-Based Approaches Kathryn Lindholm-Leary
San Jose State University
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Fred Genesee
McGill University 1
2. PURPOSE & OVERVIEW Describe & discuss the effectiveness of dual language forms of education (DLE)
Research-based approach, as much as possible
Implications for educational policy and practice
Chapter sections:
Rationale and Advantages of Dual Language Education
Program Characteristics
Student Achievement & Program Outcomes
Characteristics of Effective Programs
Learner Needs
Assessment 2
3. PROGRAM ALTERNATIVES 3 FredFred
4. L1 and L2 LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY 4 KathyKathy
5. LITERACY & BILITERACY DEVELOPMENT Literacy acquisition is complex: comprises multiple components
ELs draw on the same skills and knowledge as English-L1 students AND skills, knowledge and experiences linked to L1
ELs are resourceful learners – draw on all linguistic & non-linguistic resources. Successful ELs readers see links between L1 & L2; poor readers do not
In effective DL programs, English learners can acquire reading & writing skills in English that are virtually comparable to those of English-only students and acquire strong reading & writing skills in Spanish
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6. 3. ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT 6 KathyKathy
7. 3. ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT 7 KathyKathy
8. ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT 8 KathyKathy
9. ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT 9 KathyKathy
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