Classification System for English Language Learners: Issues and Recommendations.

Autor:	Abedi, Jamal
Předmět:	LIMITED English-proficient students ENGLISH language EDUCATIONAL psychology LANGUAGE & languages BINARY principle (Linguistics) ENGLISH teachers ORAL communication
Zdroj:	Educational Measurement: Issues & Practice; Sep2008, Vol. 27 Issue 3, p17-31, 15p, 1 Diagram, 7 Charts, 2 Graphs
Abstrakt:	High-stakes decisions for the instruction and assessment of English language learner (ELL) students are made based on the premise that ELL classification is a valid dichotomy that distinguishes between those who are proficient in the use of the English language and those who are not. However, recent research findings draw a vague picture of the term “ELL” and call for a more valid classification system for ELL students. Thus, the purpose of this paper is twofold: (1) to reveal issues concerning the validity of the current ELL classification system based on the results of several empirical studies, and (2) to initiate a discussion on ways to improve the validity of the ELL classification system by proposing a system that uses existing multiple criteria in a stepwise manner. While the suggested system has its own limitations and controversies, we hope this discussion stimulates thoughts and brings much needed attention to this very important national issue. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Databáze:	Complementary Index
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