Exploring ELLs’ Understanding of Word Problems in Mathematics Assessments: The Role of Text Complexity and Student Background Knowledge

Author(s):

Martiniello, Maria; Wolf, Mikyung Kim

Publication Year:

2012

Source:

Celedon-Pattichis, Sylvia; Ramirez, Nora G. (eds.) Beyond Good Teaching: Advancing Mathematics Education for ELLs. Reston, VA: The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, 2012, p151-162

Document Type:

Chapter

Page Count:

12

Subject/Key Words:

Teaching Methods, Mathematics Assessment, English Language Learners (ELL), Text Complexity, Student Background, English Language Proficiency, Polysemy, Reading Comprehension, English Language Learning and Assessment (ELLA)