Effective Reading Programs for English Language Learners: A Best-Evidence Synthesis

NICHCY's Structured Abstract 47 describes the following: Title | Effective Reading Programs for English Language Learners. A Best-Evidence Synthesis Author | Slavin, R.E., & Cheung, A. Source | Center for Research on the Education of Students Placed at Risk (CRESPAR), Report No.66 Available online at: http://www.csos.jhu.edu/crespar/techReports/Report66.pdf Year Published | 2003 Abstract This report reviews experimental studies … [Read more...]

The Effects of Test Accommodation on Test Performance: A Review of the Literature

NICHCY's Structured Abstract 74 describes the following: Title | The Effects of Test Accommodation on Test Performance: A Review of the Literature Authors | Sireci, S.G., Li, S., & Scarpati, S. Source | Center for Educational Assessment, Research Report No. 485.  Amherst, MA:  School of Education, University of Massachusetts Amherst. Year Published | 2006 Abstract Over 150 studies pertaining to test accommodations were identified … [Read more...]