Questions & Answers
Date: 03/21/2018
Author: Jenn Guerrero
Please see below for the answers to questions posed at our last session. If you need further clarification, please email Jenn.
Question:
The EdGe FAQ says
Language acquisition programs may include, but are not limited to, all of the following:
- Dual-Language Immersion (DLI)
- Transitional or Developmental Bilingual
- Structured English Immersion (SEI)
(EC § 306(c)(1), (2), (3).)
What are some of those other types of Language acquisition programs that are out there. Can you provide some names and descriptions of these?
Answer from the CDE:
The multilingual instructional program data we are collecting also includes additional programs.
They are:
- Dual-Language Immersion
- Developmental Bilingual
- Transitional Bilingual
- One-Way Immersion
- Heritage Language/Indigenous Language
- Foreign Language Elementary Experience or Study (FLEX/FLES)
- Native Speakers Courses
- Advanced Placement Courses
Californians Together has an excellent publication called Multiple Pathways to Literacy, which provides descriptions for a number of program options. It is found at this link: https://www.californianstogether.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Multiple-Pathways-to-Biliteracy.pdf.
Other organizations with programs descriptions include CABE, ATDLE, or multilingual research organizations
Question:
If an LEA orders pre ID labels, are there still parts they need to fill out? There is confusion around whether or not LEAs need to fill out parts 1,2,and 8.
Answer:
Please see page 14 in the ELPAC Test Administration Manual.
