The Relative Proficiency of Limited English Proficient Students.

Dulay, Heidi; Burt, Marina

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Publication Date: 1980

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The Relative Proficiency of Limited English Proficient Students.

Dulay, Heidi; Burt, Marina

NABE: The Journal for the National Association for Bilingual Education, v4 n3 p1-23 Spr 1980

Defines three previously overlooked subpopulations of English proficient students (English superior, equally limited, non-English superior) in terms of their relative proficiency in English and the home language. Presents data and clarifies assessment terms, criteria, and procedures used in relative proficiency assessment. Makes program suggestions for each subpopulation. (SB)

Descriptors: Bilingual Education, Educational Objectives, English, Language Dominance, Language Fluency, Language Proficiency, Language Skills, Program Design, Second Languages, Spanish

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research; Guides - Non-Classroom

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Audience: Practitioners

Language: English

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