/teaching-learning/english-learners English Learners en-US 2021 (c) Education Week Tue, 11 Nov 2025 15:21:06 GMT /teaching-learning/quiz-how-much-do-you-know-about-supporting-english-learners/2025/11 Test your knowledge of how well schools and teachers are supporting English learners. Tue, 11 Nov 2025 15:21:06 GMT /teaching-learning/quiz-how-much-do-you-know-about-supporting-english-learners/2025/11 /teaching-learning/how-one-district-approaches-the-science-of-reading-with-english-learners/2025/10 Leaders shared three guiding principles in a recent Education Week virtual event. Tue, 28 Oct 2025 19:29:40 GMT /teaching-learning/how-one-district-approaches-the-science-of-reading-with-english-learners/2025/10 /teaching-learning/opinion-teaching-english-learners-is-complex-here-are-some-tested-strategies/2025/10 Teachers can start by shifting how we think about language development. Tue, 28 Oct 2025 06:43:00 GMT /teaching-learning/opinion-teaching-english-learners-is-complex-here-are-some-tested-strategies/2025/10 /teaching-learning/dual-language-programs-are-hobbled-by-a-catch-22/2025/10 Experts discuss the challenges facing dual-language programs and how they can serve all students. Fri, 24 Oct 2025 20:15:32 GMT /teaching-learning/dual-language-programs-are-hobbled-by-a-catch-22/2025/10 /events/k-12-essentials-forum/supporting-english-learners-in-todays-classrooms-pathways-to-success Join this free virtual event to get insights, strategies, and solutions to ensure equity and opportunity for English Learners. Thu, 16 Oct 2025 18:00:00 GMT /events/k-12-essentials-forum/supporting-english-learners-in-todays-classrooms-pathways-to-success /teaching-learning/why-bilingual-hispanic-teachers-make-a-big-difference-for-english-learners/2025/10 A new study found benefits from hiring teachers of color with language certifications. Tue, 14 Oct 2025 21:04:52 GMT /teaching-learning/why-bilingual-hispanic-teachers-make-a-big-difference-for-english-learners/2025/10 /teaching-learning/how-professional-development-bolstered-a-dual-language-program/2025/10 A Texas program offers lessons on the preparation classroom ÌÇÐĶ¯Âþvlog need to promote language development. Fri, 10 Oct 2025 14:14:36 GMT /teaching-learning/how-professional-development-bolstered-a-dual-language-program/2025/10 /teaching-learning/trump-admin-cuts-some-teacher-training-grants-for-english-learners/2025/09 The Trump administration has cut funding for some English learner PD grants, sparking confusion and prompting appeals. Thu, 25 Sep 2025 20:50:31 GMT /teaching-learning/trump-admin-cuts-some-teacher-training-grants-for-english-learners/2025/09 /teaching-learning/still-connected-how-this-school-supports-a-student-in-immigration-detention/2025/09 Immigration officers detained New York City student Dylan Lopez Contreras in May. Mon, 22 Sep 2025 21:59:10 GMT /teaching-learning/still-connected-how-this-school-supports-a-student-in-immigration-detention/2025/09 /teaching-learning/how-ÌÇÐĶ¯Âþvlog-are-boosting-outcomes-for-english-learners-amid-challenges Explore how schools and states are trying to support English learners with programs, literacy strategies, and teacher training. Mon, 22 Sep 2025 04:01:00 GMT /teaching-learning/how-ÌÇÐĶ¯Âþvlog-are-boosting-outcomes-for-english-learners-amid-challenges /teaching-learning/teachers-say-they-need-more-support-for-english-learners-survey-finds/2025/09 An analysis of EdWeek Research Center survey data found gaps in teachers' English-learner training. Mon, 22 Sep 2025 04:01:00 GMT /teaching-learning/teachers-say-they-need-more-support-for-english-learners-survey-finds/2025/09 /teaching-learning/who-are-dual-language-immersion-programs-really-for/2025/09 The answer is all students, but English learners face accessibility barriers. Mon, 22 Sep 2025 04:01:00 GMT /teaching-learning/who-are-dual-language-immersion-programs-really-for/2025/09 /teaching-learning/the-critical-role-states-play-in-english-learners-education/2025/09 States set guidance for schools working with English learners. That role is key now, experts say. Mon, 22 Sep 2025 04:01:00 GMT /teaching-learning/the-critical-role-states-play-in-english-learners-education/2025/09 /teaching-learning/advocates-call-for-return-of-rescinded-federal-guidance-on-english-learners/2025/09 The Trump administration quietly rescinded 2015 guidance on English learners' federal rights. Thu, 18 Sep 2025 20:48:30 GMT /teaching-learning/advocates-call-for-return-of-rescinded-federal-guidance-on-english-learners/2025/09 /teaching-learning/opinion-how-to-teach-english-learners-the-right-way/2025/09 Teaching English learners can be challenging. These veterans offer guidance. Fri, 05 Sep 2025 06:02:00 GMT /teaching-learning/opinion-how-to-teach-english-learners-the-right-way/2025/09 /teaching-learning/advocates-push-congress-to-protect-funding-for-english-learners/2025/08 President Donald Trump has called for eliminating federal dollars set aside for English learners. Advocates make their case. Wed, 27 Aug 2025 20:45:45 GMT /teaching-learning/advocates-push-congress-to-protect-funding-for-english-learners/2025/08 /teaching-learning/trump-admin-quietly-rescinds-guidance-on-english-learners-rights/2025/08 The 2015 Dear Colleague letter detailed how schools and districts can comply with federal requirements in English-learner education. Wed, 20 Aug 2025 20:47:15 GMT /teaching-learning/trump-admin-quietly-rescinds-guidance-on-english-learners-rights/2025/08 /group-subscriptions/teaching-learning/get-an-instant-download-your-guide-to-english-learners Your Guide to English Learners Tue, 12 Aug 2025 18:10:28 GMT /group-subscriptions/teaching-learning/get-an-instant-download-your-guide-to-english-learners /teaching-learning/bilingual-education-vs-english-only-what-the-research-says/2025/08 Researchers shared findings from decades of studies on the effects of bilingual education at a June webinar. Fri, 01 Aug 2025 16:06:07 GMT /teaching-learning/bilingual-education-vs-english-only-what-the-research-says/2025/08 /teaching-learning/heres-what-resources-esl-teachers-say-would-improve-their-morale/2025/07 EdWeek Research Center survey data found two key priorities that could raise morale. Fri, 25 Jul 2025 20:41:52 GMT /teaching-learning/heres-what-resources-esl-teachers-say-would-improve-their-morale/2025/07 /teaching-learning/why-esl-teachers-are-calling-for-more-mental-health-support/2025/07 Survey data analysis found more mental health counselors at school can boost morale for English-as-a-second language teachers. Fri, 25 Jul 2025 20:41:24 GMT /teaching-learning/why-esl-teachers-are-calling-for-more-mental-health-support/2025/07 /teaching-learning/federal-push-for-english-only-services-worries-ÌÇÐĶ¯Âþvlog-advocates/2025/07 New U.S. Department of Justice memo outlines how federal agencies will implement English as the national language. Fri, 18 Jul 2025 20:27:00 GMT /teaching-learning/federal-push-for-english-only-services-worries-ÌÇÐĶ¯Âþvlog-advocates/2025/07 /teaching-learning/delayed-title-iii-funds-leave-districts-english-learner-expenses-in-limbo/2025/07 The $890 million Title III program is among the billions the Trump administration is currently withholding from schools. Wed, 16 Jul 2025 20:40:29 GMT /teaching-learning/delayed-title-iii-funds-leave-districts-english-learner-expenses-in-limbo/2025/07 /teaching-learning/how-a-spanish-spelling-bee-winner-serves-her-community-as-an-adult/2025/07 Evelyn Juarez was the first-ever winner of the National Spanish Spelling Bee, and today she continues to use her bilingual skills to serve her community. Tue, 15 Jul 2025 19:17:39 GMT /teaching-learning/how-a-spanish-spelling-bee-winner-serves-her-community-as-an-adult/2025/07 /teaching-learning/esl-teachers-want-more-pd-on-curriculum-and-family-engagement/2025/06 EdWeek Research Center survey data on teacher morale found English-as-as-second-language teachers seeking specific PD for morale. Mon, 30 Jun 2025 20:50:55 GMT /teaching-learning/esl-teachers-want-more-pd-on-curriculum-and-family-engagement/2025/06 /teaching-learning/teachers-need-el-training-but-federal-grant-funding-is-at-risk/2025/06 National Professional Development grants help school districts serving English learners get support for teacher training and credentialing. Mon, 30 Jun 2025 19:23:17 GMT /teaching-learning/teachers-need-el-training-but-federal-grant-funding-is-at-risk/2025/06 /teaching-learning/hispanic-english-learners-are-underrepresented-in-gifted-programs-what-can-help/2025/06 A researcher outlines what schools need to do to provide better support for Hispanic English learners and their parents. Fri, 27 Jun 2025 20:56:08 GMT /teaching-learning/hispanic-english-learners-are-underrepresented-in-gifted-programs-what-can-help/2025/06 /teaching-learning/common-questions-ÌÇÐĶ¯Âþvlog-have-about-immigration-answered/2025/06 While K-12 ÌÇÐĶ¯Âþvlog aren't meant to be immigration experts, researchers say some basic knowledge can help them serve immigrant students. Thu, 26 Jun 2025 21:46:24 GMT /teaching-learning/common-questions-ÌÇÐĶ¯Âþvlog-have-about-immigration-answered/2025/06 /teaching-learning/teachers-arent-prepared-or-equipped-to-teach-english-learners-survey-finds/2025/06 A new RAND Corp. study found that teachers working with English learners need more training and better materials. Thu, 19 Jun 2025 20:51:40 GMT /teaching-learning/teachers-arent-prepared-or-equipped-to-teach-english-learners-survey-finds/2025/06 /teaching-learning/does-speaking-two-languages-hurt-students-experts-say-no/2025/05 Experts share insights on what research says about the effect of learning more than one language at once. Fri, 30 May 2025 19:34:16 GMT /teaching-learning/does-speaking-two-languages-hurt-students-experts-say-no/2025/05