Margo Gottlieb Libri

"Approximately 1 out of 10 (or nearly 5 million) students in the U.S. have been classified as English Learners. In California, ELs account for nearly a quarter of the public school population. Other states (Arkansas, Kentucky, Tennessee, North Carolina, and South Carolina) report the most significant growth in EL population from 2000 - 2014. And while EL population sizes, policies, program models, and accountability systems vary widely between states and districts, a singular, sobering reality seems to extend across all differences: no matter where they go to school, most ELLs are struggling because they have little or no access to quality instruction tailored to their needs. Consider the following: Only 63 percent of ELs graduate from high school, compared with the overall national rate of 82 percent. In New York State, for example, the overall high school graduation rate is about 78 percent. But for ELs, it's 37 percent, according to the National Center for Education Statistics. Of those who do graduate, only 1.4 percent take college entrance exams like the SAT and ACT. Achievement disparities between ELs and their non-EL peers are still significant. In 2016, 32 states reported not having a sufficient number of teachers to address the needs of EL students"-- Provided by publisher

"Ensuring English Learner achievement is a growing priority among educators across the nation for several reasons: (1) ELs are fastest growing student population in the nation (2) Achievement gaps between ELs and their non-EL peers show little signs of narrowing. ELs also have some of the highest dropout rates of historically underserved subpopulations. (2) ESSA increases local accountability for EL achievement; (3) ELs spend the majority of the school day under the care of mainstream classroom teachers, most of whom have little or no formal preparation in meeting the needs of this complex population. Few would argue that helping every mainstream classroom teachers excel with ELs is the number one way to elevate EL achievement. While there are many books about EL instruction, not one is a practical, user-friendly reference designed specifically to meet the priorities of mainstream teachers. Most of the current EL books are heavy with theory and research, or offer strategies in a vacuum irrelevant to how teachers approach planning and teaching every day"-- Provided by publisher

How do we make educational equity a reality, lesson by lesson? This book shows how team observation and learning can strengthen schools and support educational achievement by all students. It helps to: implement practices for observation-based professional learning; and more.

This book provides assistance to teachers who struggle with the question of how to appropriately present complex subject matter to students who are just learning to speak English.

"Assessment is the bedrock of academic success in educational circles, but without assessment in multiple languages it is impossible to make valid inferences about multilingual student performance. "Assessing Learning in Multiple Languages" demonstrates the additive value of assessment in multiple languages by giving teachers tips for weaving such assessment strategies into their instruction. Using the assessment cycle as an organizing principle for the work, it portrays MLLs in a variety of contexts, provide evidence of MLLs' language development, and brings the personal dimension of socio-emotional development into sharp focus by aiming to build MLL agency and autonomy. This gives educators the ability to understand the rationale for and cite evidence of the value and benefits of assessment in multiple languages. It also provides tools teachers need to be more precise and effective in their assessments, and it will give MLLs a voice in the planning and enacting of their assessments. This is, in many ways, a cutting edge text as it gathers and synthesizes a growing body of research around the subject of multilingual programs, proficiency growth, and academic achievement"-- Provided by publisher

Encapsulates the broad ideas of the series by presenting the evolving theory behind the construct of academic language, a definition and examples of each of its components, and a template for direct classroom application.

Discover how to bridge the gap between equitably assessing linguistic and academic performance!This well-documented text examines the unique needs of the growing population of English language learners (ELLs) and describes strategies for implementing instructional assessment of language and content. With both depth and breadth, the author articulates how to equitably and comprehensively assess the language proficiency and academic achievement of ELLs. Both practicing and aspiring educators will benefit

Focusing on multilingual learners, this guide equips teachers with strategies to effectively collect and analyze data regarding this diverse student group. It emphasizes the importance of understanding their unique needs and offers actionable steps for educators to enhance their teaching practices, ensuring that multilingual students receive the support they require to succeed academically.

Strong partnerships are fostered through collaborative assessment practices that emphasize communication and shared goals. This book explores innovative strategies for educators to engage with students, families, and communities, enhancing the assessment process. It provides practical tools and insights for building trust and understanding among all stakeholders, ultimately aiming to improve educational outcomes. By focusing on collaboration, the text highlights the importance of inclusive practices in creating effective learning environments.

Develop your skills to become an inquiring learner; ensure you navigate the MYP framework with confidence using a concept-driven and assessment-focused approach to English presented in global contexts.