Visit their web sites to find resources on a wide-range of topics. The unit oversees a variety of programs, grants, and initiatives designed to improve second-language teaching and learning in kindergarten through 12 th grade. All children learn best when challenged by high standards. English proficiency is a goal for all students.
Bilingual proficiency is desirable for all students.
Language and cultural diversity can be assets for teaching and learning. Teaching and learning must be accommodated to individuals. Risk factors can be mitigated by schools that teach the skills that schools require. The CLAS Institute identifies, collects, reviews, catalogs, abstracts, and describes materials and practices developed for children and families from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. This comprehensive paper defines the knowledge-base teachers need and explains how they can apply that knowledge to support students' language and literacy development.