WGU D169 - Study Guide Questions & Answers

What does the term English learner (EL) mean? What are some other terms used to refer to these students? - answer-term used to identify students whose first language is not English ELL, ESOL, ESL, LEP Federal law requires that parents be notified their child has been identified as an English learner within what time period? (p. 12, Essential Reading 1) - answer-parents must be notified that their child has been identified as an English learner within 30 days of the beginning of the school year, and within 2 weeks for students that enroll during any other time during the school year Describe one screening tool commonly used as the first step to identify English learners. What is it called? Who completes it? What are some of the questions it includes? (p. 12, Essential Reading 1) - answer-HOME LANGUAGE SURVEY is completed by the parents. Questions include What language did your child first understand or speak? What language do you or others use most often when speaking with your child? What language does your child use most often when speaking at home? What language does your child use most often when speaking with other family members? What language does your child use most often when speaking with friends? After a student is identified as a potential EL, how are placement or screener tests used for further evaluation? (p. 12, Essential Reading 2) - answer-ELP tests must assess the proficiency of students in all four language domains (i.e., speaking, listening, reading, and writing). After the student completes the assessment, parents or guardians must receive in a timely manner information about the student's ELP level and program options, and an opportunity to opt out of the EL program or particular EL services in the program.