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Serving ‘Superdiverse’ Dual Language Learners: An Urgent Need for Responsive Education Policies
A recent report explores the increasing diversity—referred to as “superdiversity”—within the DLL population.
Steep Learning Curve Ahead: Deciphering English Learner Data
With the changes in education policy under ESSA provisions, understanding EL data is increasingly important and difficult.
Dual Language Learner Data Gaps: Takeaways for State Policy Leaders
Most states need to improve their policies for DLL data collection in three key areas.
New Proposal Puts the Federal Office For English Learners in Jeopardy
A proposed plan from U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos stands to undermine key federal supports for EL students.
Assessing the Kindergarten Readiness of Dual Language Learners
How can kindergarten readiness assessments (KRAs) produce more accurate, complete data on DLLs' knowledge and skills?
New York Teachers May Get Sought-After Training in Culturally Responsive Teaching
A survey of New York City teachers highlights the need for culturally responsive teaching as city and state officials back more training.
Rating Program Quality for Dual Language Learners in Early Ed
Quality rating and improvement systems (QRIS) need major improvements for dual language learners.
Washington State Launches First of Its Kind Paraeducator Board
Washington State's Paraeducator Board will help set policy regarding paraeducator standards, professional development and career ladders
Tracking the Enrollment of Dual Language Learners in Early Ed
To serve young dual language learners equitably, state leaders must first have a way to identify them and track their enrollment.
Dual Language Learner Data Gaps: The Need for Better Policies in the Early Years
State leaders need to build data systems that more fully account for the growing population of DLLs.
What is Heightened Immigration Enforcement Doing to U.S. Schools?
In a new survey, thousands of educators weigh in on the deeply harmful effects of Trump’s immigration policies.
Will Arizona Loosen its Rigid Policy for Teaching English Learners?
A new bill in Arizona may finally reform the state’s restrictive English immersion model.
Q&A About Expanding Pre-K Access for Children of Immigrants
Diversifying the Teacher Workforce with ‘Grow Your Own’ Programs
Across the country, Grow Your Own programs aim to bridge the diversity gap between teachers and students.