Education Research

This is one of my favorite educational resources! The magazine provides a wealth of policy analysis, teaching ideas, and reassurance that it is possible to be a progressive and effective teacher. I also feel like their resources on multicultural education provides a nice counterpoint to Postmans' critique.

Animated, interactive math dictionary with definitions of over 600 common math terms in simple language. Math glossary, examples, practice interactives, calculators and mathematical activities for kids. © Jenny Eather 2007

This is cool. Just be careful, many of these are uniquely British words.

NABE represents Bilingual learners and Bilingual Education teachers. Site also includes recommended readings on Bilingual Education. There is a NABE Conference in Austin, TX February 18-2.

Contact information and description of services for bilingual students and the ESL population. OBE is very helpful in getting you the resources you need to successfully educate bilingual students or ELLs.

What is Inspired Teaching? In*spired Teach*ing (n.) - The kind of teaching that recognizes each child's innate desire to learn and builds on individual strengths to maximize academic, social and emotional achievement.

More information on the SIOP model

Information on the SIOP model.

High school teachers' opinions on ELL classroom inclusion.

Another article on including ELLs on state assessments.

Preview the chapter on Accountability for English Language Learners (starts on page 197).

This research article talks about the whether English based assessments can give valid and/or reliable scores for ELLs and if they should be used as evidence for identifying ELLs as students with learning disabilities.

This is an article about including English Language Learners in statewide standardized tests. It focuses on the areas of assessment, reporting and accountability.