Building Quality ESL Programs
Author | : Shaeley Quinta Santiago |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 208 |
Release | : 2000 |
ISBN-10 | : OCLC:44668982 |
ISBN-13 | : |
Rating | : 4/5 (82 Downloads) |
Download or read book Building Quality ESL Programs written by Shaeley Quinta Santiago and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This qualitative case study of two Central Iowa public school districts, Perry and Urbandale, describes how these districts have successfully accommodated an influx of English as a Second Language (ESL) students. The programs are evaluated based on effective practices for ESL identified in the research literature. Support from the educational community as well as the larger community are key areas discussed. Innovative practices are identified as a model for other ESL programs in the Midwest.