English Language Learner Education
English Language Learner Education refers to educational programs and strategies designed to support students who are in the process of acquiring English as an additional language. These learners, often called English language learners (ELLs), may be immigrants, refugees, or children of immigrant families. The goal of ELL education is to help these students become proficient in English while also succeeding academically in all content areas. ELL education incorporates aspects of foreign language education and bilingual education, as it involves teaching English as a foreign language and often includes the use of students' native languages as a resource. The instruction in ELL education is typically tailored to meet the unique linguistic and cultural needs of ELLs, and may involve the use of specialized teaching methods, materials, and technologies.