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Enhancing Young Hispanic Dual Language Learners' Achievement: Exploring Strategies and Addressing Challenges
Author(s) -
Ackerman Debra J.,
Tazi Zoila
Publication year - 2015
Publication title -
ets research report series
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.235
H-Index - 5
ISSN - 2330-8516
DOI - 10.1002/ets2.12045
Subject(s) - dual language , mathematics education , literacy , psychology , academic achievement , key (lock) , pedagogy , computer science , computer security
Dual language learners, or DLLs , may have greater school readiness needs due to the key role English oral language skills play in the development of emerging literacy skills in English and their overall academic achievement. This especially can be the case if children's capacity to benefit from classroom instruction and interact with teachers and fellow students is dependent on their English language proficiency. This policy report examines key factors contributing to young Hispanic DLLs academically at‐risk status, as well as the emerging research base on strategies for supporting the learning and development of DLLs in preschool and the early primary grades. Also addressed are the practical, on‐the‐ground implementation challenges to be addressed if early education programs are to incorporate these strategies.

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