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Double the Work: Challenges and Solutions to Acquiring Language and Academic Literacy for Adolescent English Language Learners. Learn more about CAL's work on this adolescent ELL literacy study.

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Learn more about CAL’s tools for teachers and paraprofessionals working with English language learners.

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English Language Learners

PreK–12

As the number of English language learners in the United States continues to grow, educators are seeking to develop research-based instructional strategies to serve these students. CAL’s projects focus on language and literacy acquisition in the elementary and secondary grades, particularly for learners for whom English is a second language. The projects and publications outlined within this section present research, program designs, and strategies for enhancing the language and literacy development of English language learners.

Projects

The Center for Applied Linguistics is involved in a variety of projects related to language and cultural education issues. Read more.

Publications and Resources

CAL has a variety of publications and resources related to instruction for English language learners in Grades preK–12. Learn more.

Developing Reading and Writing in Second-Language LearnersDeveloping Reading and Writing in Second-Language Learners NEW!
Learn more about this accessible summary of the full report from the National Literacy Panel on Language-Minority Children and Youth.

 

Learn more about our newest professional development services utilizing the revised materials for What's Different About Teaching Reading to Students Learning English?

Learn more about or register for the What's Different? Training of Trainers Institute being held in Washington, DC in July 2008.