NCLB English Language Learners and Title III 3

Question 1

Under NCLB, states must assess ELL students' English language proficiency using:

Accepted Answer

State-developed or state-adopted English language proficiency assessments

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The TOEFL examination

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Nationally normed commercial standardized tests

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Teacher-created observational checklists

Question 2

Under NCLB, for how long after a student exits ELL status may that student still be counted in the ELL subgroup for AYP purposes?

Accepted Answer

2 years

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1 year

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3 years

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Former ELL students cannot be counted in the ELL subgroup after reclassification

Question 3

Under NCLB Title III, the definition of 'immigrant children and youth' includes individuals who:

Accepted Answer

Were born outside the U.S., are between ages 3 and 21, and have been enrolled in U.S. schools for 3 years or less

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Were born outside the U.S. and are under 18 years of age

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Are non-citizens currently attending public schools in the U.S.

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Come from homes where English is not the primary language spoken

Question 4

Under NCLB, ELL students may be assessed in their native language for mathematics assessments for up to how many years?

Accepted Answer

3 years

Answer

1 year

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2 years

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5 years

Question 5

Which of the following best describes NCLB's stance on the specific instructional method used for ELL programs?

Accepted Answer

No specific instructional method is mandated; programs must be based on scientifically based research

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English-only immersion is specifically required by the law

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Transitional bilingual education is the mandated approach

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Dual-language programs are the preferred model under the law

Question 6

Under NCLB Title III, what is the primary administrative responsibility of State Education Agencies (SEAs)?

Accepted Answer

Awarding subgrants to LEAs and monitoring their proper use of Title III funds

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Directly providing language instruction to ELL students in classrooms

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Setting the specific curriculum for all ELL programs across the state

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Hiring and certifying all teachers of ELL students statewide

Question 7

Which of the following is one of the three Annual Measurable Achievement Objectives (AMAOs) that states must establish for ELL students under NCLB Title III?

Accepted Answer

Progress toward attaining English language proficiency

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Annual increase in ELL student enrollment numbers

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Number of ELL students reclassified as proficient each year

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Percentage of ELL students graduating from high school on time