Working with Young English Language Learners: Some Considerations. ERIC Digest.

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  • Additional Information
    • Availability:
      ERIC/CLL, 4646 40th Street N.W., Washington, DC 20016-1859. Web site: http://www.cal.org/ericcll/.
    • Peer Reviewed:
      N
    • Source:
      4
    • Sponsoring Agency:
      Office of Educational Research and Improvement (ED), Washington, DC.
    • Intended Audience:
      Policymakers; Practitioners
    • Subject Terms:
      English (Second Language); Language of Instruction; Preschool Education; Primary Education; Second Language Learning; Student Characteristics; Student Needs; Teaching Methods
    • Abstract:
      This digest provides general information on the characteristics of English language learners (ELLs) in U.S. preschool and primary school programs and describes learning conditions and instructional practices that are most effective for educating young ELLs. The digest suggests that as young ELLs enroll in preschool and primary school programs in record numbers, educators must continually strive to provide effective, nurturing environments and developmentally and linguistically appropriate instruction for all learners. This instruction should take into consideration the characteristics of young English language learners and their language development, the learning conditions that are most effective for these learners, and the kinds of instruction that best meet their needs. (Author/VWL)
    • Publication Date:
      2004
    • Accession Number:
      ED481690