English as a Second Language Program Guide - DoDEA

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English as a Second Language Program Guide : Planning for English Language Learner Success Department of Defense Education Activity March 2007 This page intentionally left blank DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE EDUCATION ACTIVITY 4040 NORTH FAIRFAX DRIVE ARLINGTON, VA 22203-1635 Foreword This publication offers guidance to administrators and teachers in addressing the linguistic and educational needs of English Language learners by identifying students and developing programs that recognize their diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds and experiences. The information in this Guide is intended to aid teachers and administrators when planning for and providing services to English as a Second Language students.

Communication Skills (BICS) and Cognitive Academic Language Proficiency (CALP). The DoDEA Home Language Questionnaire (HLQ), performance on language proficiency and system-wide assessments, records re views, and referrals are used to identify potential students eligible for the ESL program.

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