BEA Language Policy and Legislation 2

Question 1

Under Title III of ESSA, states must use Title III funds to help ELs attain which of the following?

Accepted Answer

English proficiency and meet the same academic content standards as all students

Answer

Title III funds support ELs in achieving English proficiency and meeting the same rigorous academic standards expected of all students.

Question 2

Which court case affirmed that a state may not bar children of undocumented immigrants from public school enrollment?

Accepted Answer

Plyler v. Doe (1982)

Answer

Plyler v. Doe (1982) held that states cannot deny free public education to undocumented immigrant children under the Equal Protection Clause.

Question 3

Proposition 227 in California (1998) primarily impacted bilingual education by:

Accepted Answer

Replacing most bilingual classes with structured English immersion

Answer

Proposition 227 ended most bilingual programs in California, replacing them with one-year structured English immersion unless parents requested a waiver.

Question 4

IDEA requires that evaluations for students suspected of having disabilities must be conducted:

Accepted Answer

In the student's native language or other mode of communication

Answer

IDEA mandates assessments in the child's native language or mode of communication to ensure accurate identification of disabilities.

Question 5

The 'affirmative steps' requirement under the Equal Educational Opportunities Act (EEOA) of 1974 obligates school districts to:

Accepted Answer

Take appropriate action to overcome language barriers that impede equal participation

Answer

The EEOA requires schools to actively address language barriers so all students can meaningfully participate in educational programs.

BEA - Bilingual Education Assessment Practice Test

BEA - Bilingual Education Assessment Practice Test

BEA Language Policy and Legislation 2