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From https://west.edtrust.org/resource/unlocking-learning-science-lever-english-learner-equity/

Based on in-depth site visits and featuring real world examples of high-performing schools, high-quality professional development, and innovative classroom practices, Unlocking Learning: Science as a Lever for English Learner Equity, lays out a blueprint for increasing access and achievement in science for California’s 1.37 million English learners. Key takeaways of the report include:

•    Research shows that weaving together science and language development can increase students’ academic performance in reading, writing, and science simultaneously.
•    Some promising practices are resulting in achievement levels that are double and even triple the state average for English learners who met or exceeded proficiency.
•    LCFF and the implementation of the CA Next Generation Science Standards provide districts an opportunity to overhaul their approach to science education and language development.

The report concludes with district-level and state-level recommendations, along with a series of questions for community stakeholders to ask in their advocacy for closing English learner achievement gaps in science.

Access the report at https://west.edtrust.org/resource/unlocking-learning-science-lever-english-learner-equity/
Read an article about the report at https://edsource.org/2017/report-innovative-science-instruction-boosts-academic-performance-among-english-learners/575475