Bilingual Education in NY (4-9-24)

What is the primary criterion for a student to be identified as an English Language Learner (ELL) in New York State?

• The student has failed an English language assessment.

• The student's primary or home language is other than English.

• The student has requested additional support in school.

• The student is new to the United States.

Answer explanation

The primary criterion for a student to be identified as an English Language Learner (ELL) in New York State is that their primary or home language is other than English.

What are schools in New York State required to do for families of newly enrolled English Language Learners?

• Provide a weekly English tutoring session.

• Hold orientations to inform about available programs.

• Offer a bilingual education program only.

• Assess the students' English language skills every month.

Answer explanation

Schools in New York State are required to hold orientations to inform families of newly enrolled English Language Learners about available programs.

When does an English Language Learner typically receive an English language assessment each year?

• In the fall.

• In the spring.

• At the beginning of every month.

• During the summer vacation.

Answer explanation

An English Language Learner typically receives an English language assessment in the spring each year, making 'In the spring' the correct choice.

What is the ultimate goal of a Transitional Bilingual Education Program?

• To continue bilingual education indefinitely

• To transition to a monolingual English classroom setting

• To maintain equal instruction in English and the primary language

• To focus solely on the primary or home language

Answer explanation

The ultimate goal of a Transitional Bilingual Education Program is to transition to a monolingual English classroom setting.

Over time, how does the amount of instruction in English change in a Transitional Bilingual Education Program?

• It decreases gradually

• It remains the same

• It increases gradually

• It varies based on the subject

Answer explanation

The amount of instruction in English increases gradually in a Transitional Bilingual Education Program over time.

What is the goal of dual language bilingual education programs?

• To improve only academic ability

• To offer students the opportunity to become bilingual, biliterate, and bicultural while improving their academic ability

• To teach students a third language

• To focus solely on cultural studies

Answer explanation

The goal of dual language programs is to offer students the opportunity to become bilingual, biliterate, and bicultural while improving their academic ability.

How long is a child entitled to receive additional supports after achieving proficiency in an ENL program?

• One year

• Two years

• Three years

• Until graduation

Answer explanation

A child is entitled to receive additional supports for two years after achieving proficiency in an ENL program, making the correct answer choice 'Two years'.

What level on the NYSESLAT indicates proficiency in an ENL program?

• Advanced

• Proficient

• Commanding

• Beginner

Answer explanation

The correct level on the NYSESLAT that indicates proficiency in an ENL program is 'Commanding'. This level signifies a high level of English language proficiency.

What is a key benefit of participating in a Dual Language Program for students?

• Exclusively learning a new language without cultural immersion

• Improving only their native language skills

• Gaining proficiency in a second language while excelling academically

• Focusing solely on cultural studies without language acquisition

How can parents support their child's language learning in bilingual programs?

• By speaking only English at home

• By ensuring their child does not use their primary language at school

• By engaging in the child's learning process and maintaining bilingualism at home

• By relying solely on the school for their child's language development