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Rising Popularity of Dual-Language Education Could Leave Latinos Behind - U.S. News & World Report

U.S. News & World Report Rising Popularity of Dual-Language Education Could Leave Latinos Behind U.S. News & World Report There, 67 percent of students are Latino and nearly half speak Spanish better than they speak English , but they don't get to build on their native language during the school day. Zelaya worries that her children won't ever learn to read and write in ... source http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&ct2=us&usg=AFQjCNGXQMVPv38CGx3nT5WZT8nw7PQEAw&clid=c3a7d30bb8a4878e06b80cf16b898331&ei=AYR_Wem5Gc-2zAbdurngAg&url=https://www.usnews.com/news/national-news/articles/2017-07-31/rising-popularity-of-dual-language-education-could-leave-latinos-behind

MULLEN: Two countries, separated by a common language - pharostribune.com

MULLEN: Two countries, separated by a common language pharostribune.com Tragically, Rosetta Stone does not have a course for American English speakers to learn British English . It would be such a big help to people like me, and it could be a golden opportunity for them. There could be big money in such courses as " Learn ... and more » source http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&ct2=us&usg=AFQjCNFnaE0ty6_tf-dedz8aAm7VxrlaDA&clid=c3a7d30bb8a4878e06b80cf16b898331&cid=52779566160538&ei=AYR_Wem5Gc-2zAbdurngAg&url=http://www.pharostribune.com/opinion/columns/article_6c09bce2-c36f-5f78-9aaf-64929a36ec68.html

In their words: English learners share their stories about school - The CT Mirror

The CT Mirror In their words: English learners share their stories about school The CT Mirror Yoel moved to East Hartford from the Dominican Republican two years ago and says the Rosetta Stone audio program the district provided him helped him learn English . He now lives in Hartford and will be a junior when school starts in the fall. His ... source http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&ct2=us&usg=AFQjCNGuvojGnNhDn9Bv-O01ZWIBC_mhMA&clid=c3a7d30bb8a4878e06b80cf16b898331&ei=7Q5_WYDiCYmfzAaxmozoCw&url=https://ctmirror.org/2017/07/31/in-their-words-english-learners-share-their-stories-about-school/

Japanese city promotes English language learning through hiking, rice planting - Inquirer.net

Inquirer.net Japanese city promotes English language learning through hiking, rice planting Inquirer.net The city of Takasaki in the Gunma Prefecture of Japan has planned to launch an education program that will help students learn English through a unique immersion program. This education program concept is referred to as “sanson ryugaku” or mountain ... source http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&ct2=us&usg=AFQjCNHOS75FgVo5PyvdzGq_kShjRv6NZg&clid=c3a7d30bb8a4878e06b80cf16b898331&ei=J9F9WbLgLsmSzAaYmYuAAg&url=http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/918900/japanese-city-promotes-english-language-learning-through-hiking-rice-planting

Nigeria's 'Queen of Golf' Helps Others Learn the Game - VOA Learning English

Nigeria's 'Queen of Golf' Helps Others Learn the Game VOA Learning English About 30 young people gathered on a golf course in the Nigerian capital Abuja recently on a hot Saturday morning to practice their swing. The students were as young as three and as old as 16. For almost a year they have gathered every Saturday at the ... source http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&ct2=us&usg=AFQjCNGgBPTqDl473dhMCR7zCsK7RBJ_Ng&clid=c3a7d30bb8a4878e06b80cf16b898331&ei=aF99WditA6K4zAaehoqYBQ&url=https://learningenglish.voanews.com/a/nigerias-queen-of-gold-helps-others-learn-the-game/3958423.html

The Village Idiot: Wanted: English-to-English translator - Elko Daily Free Press

Elko Daily Free Press The Village Idiot: Wanted: English-to-English translator Elko Daily Free Press Tragically, Rosetta Stone does not have a course for American English speakers to learn British English . It would be such a big help to people like me, and it could be a golden opportunity for them. There could be big money in such courses as “ Learn ... source http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&ct2=us&usg=AFQjCNGRy5Cf1p6YfoUylWw7wc_LL0t2MQ&clid=c3a7d30bb8a4878e06b80cf16b898331&ei=VCV9WeinH5D6zAbT_bbQCA&url=http://elkodaily.com/lifestyles/the-village-idiot-wanted-english-to-english-translator/article_08990a49-34bc-5450-a703-b1bd4d3412c7.html

A day in the life of Class 6, Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya, Chaka, Allahabad, learning English over radio: 'This ... - The Indian Express

The Indian Express A day in the life of Class 6, Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya, Chaka, Allahabad, learning English over radio: 'This ... The Indian Express Mahendra Dutt Pandey, the Chaka Block Education Officer, says the lessons are meant to make learning English easier and fun. “English lessons taught from books are difficult for children to learn. But these oral lessons will make it easier and more ... source http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&ct2=us&usg=AFQjCNGCluC7zzatjaFSOukbSb3dPedoDg&clid=c3a7d30bb8a4878e06b80cf16b898331&ei=swh9WajDAdv2zAbCta3AAQ&url=http://indianexpress.com/article/india/a-day-in-the-life-of-class-6-kasturba-gandhi-balika-vidyalaya-chaka-allahabad-learning-english-over-radio-4773291/

'The people here is very good and kind': Young newcomers learning English at summer camp - CBC.ca

CBC.ca 'The people here is very good and kind': Young newcomers learning English at summer camp CBC.ca A camp organized by Anglophone East School District and the Multicultural Association of the Greater Moncton Area has drawn dozens of young newcomers trying to improve their English . The goal of the program is to use social interaction, classroom work ... source http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&ct2=us&usg=AFQjCNG_mFdakopvZu70CDIo0i-ny9hYRw&clid=c3a7d30bb8a4878e06b80cf16b898331&ei=bc58WZC7MMzIzAbGhJboAw&url=http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/new-brunswick/nb-young-newcomers-learn-english-1.4227635

Mass. Senate ends English-immersion mandate - Sentinel & Enterprise

Mass. Senate ends English-immersion mandate Sentinel & Enterprise "Our ELL students by large margins were failing to learn English . We were failing to prepare them for success. People responded to that concern that we were failing our students. The fact of the matter is unfortunately that policy, we tried it, and it ... and more » source http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&ct2=us&usg=AFQjCNHtB8ewYF3Eb9sl-XuTwUUwOg2-Yw&clid=c3a7d30bb8a4878e06b80cf16b898331&cid=52779564581122&ei=qXV8WdiLOML6zAbcsbzgAw&url=http://www.sentinelandenterprise.com/news/ci_31178476/mass-senate-ends-english-immersion-mandate

Gonzaga language program for ESL students grows in popularity - The Spokesman-Review

The Spokesman-Review Gonzaga language program for ESL students grows in popularity The Spokesman-Review For many, learning English is hard enough, but the reality of life as a refugee brings its own challenges, said Erin Meuer, a teacher with the program. “It's more than just teaching English,” Meuer said. “We also act as social workers for these kids ... source http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&ct2=us&usg=AFQjCNHctfmIHLGLh_8h8kyGqnGKGYokXg&clid=c3a7d30bb8a4878e06b80cf16b898331&ei=_wF8WeDZK8-NWpbYm7gP&url=http://www.spokesman.com/stories/2017/jul/28/gonzaga-summer-language-camp/

Classes help Spanish-speaking Missions players adjust to US society - San Antonio Express-News (subscription)

Classes help Spanish-speaking Missions players adjust to US society San Antonio Express-News (subscription) Learning English is one thing. Being able to function in an English-speaking society is another and graduate students from UTSA are aiming to help several Spanish-speakers on the Missions' roster achieve both things. As part of a program designed by ... source http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&ct2=us&usg=AFQjCNH3ScaLtAdKTKhV1g9t3Lc1FYDvnQ&clid=c3a7d30bb8a4878e06b80cf16b898331&ei=Csh7WbiNLcL6zAbcsbzgAw&url=http://www.expressnews.com/sports/missions/article/Classes-help-Spanish-speaking-Missions-players-11655566.php

Summer puppetry program teaching English the fun way - Waterloo Cedar Falls Courier

Waterloo Cedar Falls Courier Summer puppetry program teaching English the fun way Waterloo Cedar Falls Courier “It's really incredible because all of the high school students had to learn English themselves, and continue to learn it, so for them to be teachers to the younger kids is really amazing,” Mallory Petsche, AmeriCorps' youth program coordinator. “We ... source http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&ct2=us&usg=AFQjCNENpFFSsFyqBkSUz7JdUD1jKQe0Xw&clid=c3a7d30bb8a4878e06b80cf16b898331&ei=5656WciyEczIzAbGhJboAw&url=http://wcfcourier.com/news/local/summer-puppetry-program-teaching-english-the-fun-way/article_450f18b2-d735-5501-892d-85963b352349.html

Iran Launches Rocket; Trump Seeks to Test Nuke Deal - VOA Learning English

VOA Learning English Iran Launches Rocket; Trump Seeks to Test Nuke Deal VOA Learning English Iran announced Thursday that it had successfully launched a rocket carrying a satellite into space. State television in Iran claimed the “Simorgh” rocket can carry a 250- kilogram satellite as far as 500 kilometers above Earth. The report did not say ... and more » source http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&ct2=us&usg=AFQjCNFfE-CxEwwzNmOoJKQCfJWnb6suNg&clid=c3a7d30bb8a4878e06b80cf16b898331&cid=52779562453018&ei=SYt6WaCbK6P3zAaSxJvIBQ&url=https://learningenglish.voanews.com/a/iran-launches-rocket-and-trump-seeks-to-test-nuke-deal/3961933.html

New English learning program also aims at career advancement - Eagle-Tribune

Eagle-Tribune New English learning program also aims at career advancement Eagle-Tribune ZOE MATHEWS/Staff photo. Students Ever Ferreras and Gianni Ovalle de Rosario speak during a announcement of a new English for Advancement program in Lawrence. The program is a partnership between Lawrence CommunityWorks, Lawrence ... source http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&ct2=us&usg=AFQjCNGmveYgS4DL3XkqqrHnQmrODMUzjQ&clid=c3a7d30bb8a4878e06b80cf16b898331&ei=SYt6WaCbK6P3zAaSxJvIBQ&url=http://www.eagletribune.com/news/merrimack_valley/new-english-learning-program-also-aims-at-career-advancement/article_2689356c-206f-5a31-9802-8b637ec126fd.html

Want To Attend A US University? First, Learn English - Voice of America (blog)

Want To Attend A US University? First, Learn English Voice of America (blog) Our reader, Anuar from Rabat, Morocco asked us what he needed to do to apply to universities in the United States. His first question was about learning English . Here's a summary of what we talked about, and a link to the Facebook Live conversation we ... source http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&ct2=us&usg=AFQjCNENHN2l_DMABldb9pqP4RiMO0MBWw&clid=c3a7d30bb8a4878e06b80cf16b898331&ei=dW56WaihNob8zAbY5J3wDg&url=https://blogs.voanews.com/student-union/2017/07/27/want-to-attend-a-us-university-first-learn-english/

Senate approves bilingual education measure - The Boston Globe

The Boston Globe Senate approves bilingual education measure The Boston Globe The thinking at the time was that students would learn English faster if they were fully immersed in the language in all their classes. Teachers are only allowed to use a student's native language sparingly to check for understanding. The law does ... and more » source http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&ct2=us&usg=AFQjCNGclEszm8MbgZ2ZtesU4sPNDCftoQ&clid=c3a7d30bb8a4878e06b80cf16b898331&cid=52779562837939&ei=dW56WaihNob8zAbY5J3wDg&url=https://www.bostonglobe.com/metro/2017/07/27/senate-approves-bilingual-education-measure/1OmjlN1OJ3v6u7WyZIgvdJ/story.html

New London resident teaches English to Georgians - Stanly News & Press

Stanly News & Press New London resident teaches English to Georgians Stanly News & Press While learning English was important for his students, he noted, much of the education he gained and hoped to impart stemmed from daily cross-cultural interactions. “Education is deeper than just teaching subject matter from a textbook,” he said. “It's ... source http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&ct2=us&usg=AFQjCNFcytBfT0U3Q3KaRFcFVz3jBTTw2A&clid=c3a7d30bb8a4878e06b80cf16b898331&ei=djR6WdivLMb7zAbCl5nYDQ&url=http://www.thesnaponline.com/news/new-london-resident-teaches-english-to-georgians/article_75e46e76-72ce-11e7-8c30-d727f4a04965.html

The English language is under attack. We must defend it | South ... - The South Florida Times

The South Florida Times The English language is under attack. We must defend it | South ... The South Florida Times Over the past three hundred years, when foreigners contemplated immigrating to the United States, foremost in their minds was that they wanted to become ... and more » source http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&ct2=us&usg=AFQjCNHFmtUQ7D1_8Dr0oYi6Lha_G57RTQ&clid=c3a7d30bb8a4878e06b80cf16b898331&cid=52779561677321&ei=0MF5WfiwNsmCzQb39abQCA&url=http://www.sfltimes.com/opinion/the-english-language-is-under-attack-we-must-defend-it

Lawmakers hope to undo English-only education in Mass. - The Boston Globe

Lawmakers hope to undo English-only education in Mass. The Boston Globe Supporters of the measures are optimistic that bilingual education, in which students can learn academic subjects in their native tongue while gaining English fluency, can be a regular feature again in Massachusetts schools. Some advocates say they don ... source http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&ct2=us&usg=AFQjCNH0Zs52iwId0UPmTqXBQc2WFzm5ZA&clid=c3a7d30bb8a4878e06b80cf16b898331&ei=GE55WbClGM39zAbnr4fYAQ&url=https://www.bostonglobe.com/metro/2017/07/26/legislators-hope-undo-english-only-education-law/tWAxxMiCO1N0C3KfCMXjSK/story.html

Hannelore Rose: Encourage non-native speakers to learn English like I did - Merced Sun-Star

Merced Sun-Star Hannelore Rose: Encourage non-native speakers to learn English like I did Merced Sun-Star Re “County criticized for not providing interpreters” (Front page, July 12): I came to this country as a war-bride not knowing the English language, but I knew I wanted to become an American citizen. I educated myself in the English language, studied ... and more » source http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&ct2=us&usg=AFQjCNE10xgpPl5-xaRZI6qXPxC-vZAzFQ&clid=c3a7d30bb8a4878e06b80cf16b898331&cid=52779561813086&ei=gv14Wdj3FMmSzAaYmYuAAg&url=http://www.mercedsunstar.com/opinion/letters-to-the-editor/article163762353.html

Rhythm of Reading: Papa Rap shares 'language of music' at local libraries - Lovely County Citizen

Lovely County Citizen Rhythm of Reading: Papa Rap shares 'language of music' at local libraries Lovely County Citizen “You can learn the music of another country and listen to it on repeat to learn some of the language,” Papa Rap said. “A lot of people who come here to learn English listen to the radio all the time for the English music in order to learn because when ... source http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&ct2=us&usg=AFQjCNHr5ikxY2es25GAS-t8Nn2LN7QMLw&clid=c3a7d30bb8a4878e06b80cf16b898331&ei=gv14Wdj3FMmSzAaYmYuAAg&url=http://www.lovelycitizen.com/story/2430901.html

This Book Helps Teach English in Japan But It's Also Weird and Entertaining - Geek

Geek This Book Helps Teach English in Japan But It's Also Weird and Entertaining Geek Learning English is difficult enough for young native speakers. It's gotta be a pain for anyone who learns it as a second language as well. That's where this awesome book comes in. Mu Magazine's Official Mu Practical English Conversation for Super ... source http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&ct2=us&usg=AFQjCNHbfZykRn6dIu5tBmtk5ddDfo3M2Q&clid=c3a7d30bb8a4878e06b80cf16b898331&ei=WaN4Wcj2JMb7zAbCl5nYDQ&url=https://www.geek.com/culture/this-book-helps-teaching-english-in-japan-stay-weird-and-entertaining-1709184/

EDITORIAL: Should schools test students in their native language? - News Sentinel

EDITORIAL: Should schools test students in their native language? News Sentinel The question of how to teach students who are just learning English has now evolved into a debate over how to test them. Thanks to new requirements in the federal Every Student Succeeds Act and the large number of English-learning students here ... and more » source http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&ct2=us&usg=AFQjCNGtkAICkpv1ruXpH8R-YM_KzTa3FA&clid=c3a7d30bb8a4878e06b80cf16b898331&cid=52779561022592&ei=XjF4WbjJGbyRzAbLyoE4&url=http://www.news-sentinel.com/opinion/editorial_should_schools_test_students_in_their_native_language_20170726%26profile%3D1016

Refugee children attend new summer camp in St. Louis - KSDK

KSDK Refugee children attend new summer camp in St. Louis KSDK While the children are learning and playing games, their parents and adult family members are in class, learning English and American culture. “The refugee adults who arrive here need to become self-sufficient as quickly as possible,” Smith explained. source http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&ct2=us&usg=AFQjCNHDht9hn_7fA3DirCaK0DNGLXGGtw&clid=c3a7d30bb8a4878e06b80cf16b898331&ei=NOJ3WZi5FOOOzAb8qoLYDA&url=http://www.ksdk.com/news/local/storytellers/refugee-children-attend-new-summer-camp-in-st-louis/459493044

OHS students learn language, culture, and history during summer trip to Germany - Southernminn.com

Southernminn.com OHS students learn language, culture, and history during summer trip to Germany Southernminn.com Jacob Dub, who has taken four years of German and will be a senior this year, said his speaking skills have been enhanced by the time in the country. While many of the younger Germans spoke extensive English , their grandparents often spoke little to ... source http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&ct2=us&usg=AFQjCNGqYPcTslhoh4FyF1kmPeAXv2nxNA&clid=c3a7d30bb8a4878e06b80cf16b898331&ei=NOJ3WZi5FOOOzAb8qoLYDA&url=http://www.southernminn.com/owatonna_peoples_press/news/article_14b2239d-3208-5061-bf2b-d4bad4f9599d.html

Creating Fun English Club Activities to Learn English - VOA Learning English

Creating Fun English Club Activities to Learn English VOA Learning English Last week, we talked about how to start and organize your English Club. This week, we share ideas for effective and fun activities to do with your English Club. The age and language level of your English club members will make a difference in what ... source http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&ct2=us&usg=AFQjCNFmxf_jW0lfvCkrNZARGoXR5Aq1-g&clid=c3a7d30bb8a4878e06b80cf16b898331&ei=FMZ3WYDQD4mfzAaxmozoCw&url=https://learningenglish.voanews.com/a/creating-fun-club-activities-to-learn-english/3958234.html

Spanish education 'instills bicultural heritage' in students - Peoria Journal Star

Peoria Journal Star Spanish education 'instills bicultural heritage' in students Peoria Journal Star DAVID ZALAZNIK/JOURNAL STAR Children in the English Language Learners program at Glen Oak Community Learning Center flock to the computers with first and second grade teacher Adelina Gutierrez to use programs that will help them improve their ... source http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&ct2=us&usg=AFQjCNHXNLn-aHJ-NDW9eyLWksWvYlL_Qw&clid=c3a7d30bb8a4878e06b80cf16b898331&ei=DYx3WejiNYb8zAbY5J3wDg&url=http://www.pjstar.com/special/20170725/spanish-education-instills-bicultural-heritage-in-students

TESOL International Association Signs Knowledge Partnership Agreement with China Daily 21st Century English ... - Benzinga

TESOL International Association Signs Knowledge Partnership Agreement with China Daily 21st Century English ... Benzinga TESOL International Association, a world leader in advancing expertise in English language teaching and learning , has signed an agreement to form a knowledge partnership with 21st Century English Education Media, a leading ELT organization and ... and more » source http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&ct2=us&usg=AFQjCNGQQyZaErmEPs_5Q2vSwuyeNNTRfg&clid=c3a7d30bb8a4878e06b80cf16b898331&cid=52779560526676&ei=mYF3WYiINIy2zAbX-aTwDQ&url=https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/17/07/p9818731/tesol-international-association-signs-knowledge-partnership-agreement-w

Is English really losing importance in Europe? - euronews

euronews Is English really losing importance in Europe? euronews But John Knagg, English language advisor at the British Council, told Euronews that the perception that negotiations are bad tempered is worrying, and could affect the desire of Europeans to learn English . “The British Council's job is to be concerned ... source http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&ct2=us&usg=AFQjCNHIphKESyzUXCXdMjKj6l3x0Y1OLA&clid=c3a7d30bb8a4878e06b80cf16b898331&ei=mYF3WYiINIy2zAbX-aTwDQ&url=http://www.euronews.com/2017/07/25/is-english-really-losing-importance-in-europe

'You have to make it fun': Mexican students learn English and Island culture during visit - CBC.ca

CBC.ca 'You have to make it fun': Mexican students learn English and Island culture during visit CBC.ca Seven students from Mexico are learning English on the Island as part of a program being run through College de l'Ile. The students arrived on July 3 and will be returning home this weekend. The four-week English immersion program includes 96 hours of ... source http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&ct2=us&usg=AFQjCNFT2yXF126l3LfnmuD-1-vBTmwZDA&clid=c3a7d30bb8a4878e06b80cf16b898331&ei=NRh3WZjUC5D6zAbT_bbQCA&url=http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/prince-edward-island/pei-college-de-l-ile-language-program-1.4219377