English Language Learners


The impact of English Learner reclassification on high school reading and academic progress
This study estimates the causal impact of 8th grade English learner (EL) reclassification on high school English language arts (ELA) standardized test scores, SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test) reading, and on-track to graduate status.
By: Angela Johnson
Topics: High-growth schools & practices, English Language Learners, Reading & language arts


Study: Summer school for EL students could boost 4-year graduation rates
A summer school program for high school English learners who have lived in the U.S. for less than three years increased the number of core courses those students took that are required for graduation.
Education Dive
Mentions: Angela Johnson
Topics: Equity, College & career readiness, English Language Learners


Self-efficacy and the ELL achievement gap
In this webinar, learn more about the relationship between self-efficacy and the achievement gap for English Language Learners (ELLs).
By: James Soland
Topics: Equity, English Language Learners, Social-emotional learning


A āone-size-fits-allā approach to English-Learner education wonāt work. Hereās why
Education Week interviewed Angela Johnson about her research showing the diverse academic and linguistic needs of English-learners, and how schools can better serve the needs of EL students.
Education Week
Mentions: Angela Johnson
Topics: Equity, English Language Learners


In this study, multivariate models that jointly estimate growth in achievement and self-efficacy during middle school are used to see how underlying developmental processes relate for ELLs.
By: James Soland
Topics: Equity, English Language Learners, Social-emotional learning


English Language Learners, self-efficacy, and the achievement gap
Learn more about the relationship between self-efficacy and the persistence of achievement gaps for English Language Learners.
By: James Soland
Topics: Equity, English Language Learners, Social-emotional learning


Summer credit recovery impact on newcomer English Learners
This article investigates the efficacy of a summer credit recovery program aimed at expanding high school newcomer ELsā access to academic subjects.
By: Angela Johnson
Topics: English Language Learners, College & career readiness