Grouping English learners in schools has been common, but recent studies raise questions. Many educators believe this helps students, but research shows it might not be effective.
For example, one study found that English learners in groups often had lower graduation rates. They also enrolled in college less often when they were grouped together.
Another study in elementary schools tested groups of English learners. The results showed no big differences in learning, but mixing students sometimes helped.
Difficult words
- educator — A person who teaches or helps students.educators
- effective — Producing a desired result or outcome.
- enroll — To register or sign up for something, like school.enrolled
- graduation — The act of completing a course of study.
- mix — To combine different things together.mixing
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Discussion questions
- Why do you think grouping English learners might not be effective?
- Have you seen different ways to teach that might help students more?
- What could schools do to improve graduation rates for learners?
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