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=English Language Learner Instructional Programs= - Some issues with the Home Language Survey - English language learner - Program options - Support programs for ELLs - Conclusion

July 12 (Tim Conrad): Although dual immersion is my program of choice, especially when it's possible to have 50/50 students each language, it is also true that other language programs can also be effective: ESL long-term leveled programs with content-based language and sheltered instruction, multiple-language European-style programs, and a variety of forms of bilingual programs. Often the program choice depends on the clientele, for example, schools in Salt Lake City, San Francisco, and other cities may have ten or more language groups, making a quality ESL Program probably the best choice.

Sn-Smith Chapter 5
=== It is new for me to learn that in the U.S., ELL students are first identified according to their responses to the Home Language Survey. I have never heard of this survey but it makes sense to me. According to the text book, it seems that schools and teachers need to ensure that parents understand the survey will only help the education needs of their child and it will not take away their child’s high quality education opportunities. Moreover, according to the research, the best program for ELL learners is the Dual Immersion program. I wonder if in the future the Ogden school district will have a lot more Spanish Dual Immersion programs than now. ===