NCLB English Language Learners and Title III 2

Question 1

What is the formal title of Title III Part A under NCLB?

Accepted Answer

English Language Acquisition, Language Enhancement, and Academic Achievement Act

Answer

Title III Part A is formally called the 'English Language Acquisition, Language Enhancement, and Academic Achievement Act.'

Question 2

Under NCLB, the definition of 'Limited English Proficient' (LEP) applies to students who:

Accepted Answer

Come from non-English language homes and have difficulty speaking, reading, writing, or understanding English

Answer

LEP students under NCLB are those from non-English language backgrounds who have sufficient difficulty with English to limit their full participation in instruction.

Question 3

How are Title III funds primarily allocated to states under NCLB?

Accepted Answer

Based on the number of ELL and immigrant students enrolled

Answer

Title III funds are allocated to states largely based on the number of limited English proficient and immigrant students, reflecting the population to be served.

Question 4

Under NCLB, within how many days of the start of the school year must parents be notified that their child has been identified as Limited English Proficient?

Accepted Answer

30 days

Answer

NCLB requires schools to notify parents within 30 days of the start of the school year if their child is identified as LEP; for mid-year identification, notice must be given within 2 weeks.

Question 5

Which of the following must be included in the parental notification letter when a student is identified as Limited English Proficient under NCLB?

Accepted Answer

The reason the child was identified as needing language assistance

Answer

NCLB requires notification letters to explain the reason for ELL identification, the program to be used, and parents' rights, including the right to opt out.

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NCLB English Language Learners and Title III 2