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Testing Accommodations for English Language Learners: A Review of State and District Policies ELL NCLB LEP

Author(s):
Young, John W.; King, Teresa C.
Publication Year:
2008
Report Number:
RR-08-48
Source:
ETS Research Report
Document Type:
Report
Page Count:
13
Subject/Key Words:
Test Accommodations, English Language Learners (ELL), No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB), Limited-English-Proficient (LEP), Accountability

Abstract

Similarities and differences among states regarding ELL testing accommodations are documented in this review. Special attention is given to the ELL accommodation policies for states with high school exit examinations because these are the high-stakes exams, which have the clearest relevance in designing accommodation policies for ELLs in taking the SAT.

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