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Identification Of Hispanic English Language Learners In Special Education, Gail I. Becker, Aaron R. Deris
Identification Of Hispanic English Language Learners In Special Education, Gail I. Becker, Aaron R. Deris
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Overrepresentation of English language learners (ELLs) in special education is a current problem. Urban school professionals indicated that inappropriate placement is linked to a multiplicity of factors. Scarce data exist regarding the relationship between school professional efficacy beliefs, the availability of bilingual programs and personnel for ELLs, and successful academic outcomes. School employees are still confused about the proper placement of English language learners (ELLs). What is enough time to acquire a second language and learn with success? Without other substantial program choices, children are referred to special education. Furthermore, many students in need of special education may be overlooked …
An Evaluation Of Writing Samples By English Learners In Special Education, Brett Patrick Frayseth
An Evaluation Of Writing Samples By English Learners In Special Education, Brett Patrick Frayseth
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The purpose of this study was to investigate if there was any pattern in the types or frequencies of errors made within writing samples produced by English Learners (ELs) in special education and whether those patterns differentiated them from ELs not in special education or whether there was commonality between the types or frequencies of errors made by ELs in special education and native-English speakers in special education. The intent is that once a pattern is recognized that the written work of ELs can help aid in determining placement in special education. The quantitative method was applied in this study. …