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References

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August, Diane. (2003). Supporting the development of English literacy in English language learners:  Key issues and promising practices. ERIC database, 14-47. Retrieved February 7, 2004, from http://www.edrs.com/Webstore/Detail.asp?q1=@Meta_PubID%20724105&txtSort=Meta_…

  • This article focused on ELL students having time to learn English before educators label them learning disabled.  It also examined the major importance on being oral proficient in their native language before they can aquire a second language.
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Bello, Manuel. (2003). Basal readers and English language learners:  A content analysis study. Reading Research and Instruction, 42, 1-15. Retrieved February 7, 2004, from Education Index.
  • Statistics show that teachers are not prepared to teach ELL students in classrooms around the country.  Suggestions are given on how teachers can strengthen their pedagogy in teaching hispanic students.
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Christian, Donna., & Howard, Elizabeth R. (2002). Two-way immersion 101:  Designing and implementing a two-way immersion education program at the el level. Educational practice report. ERIC database, pp. 8-23. Retrieved February 7, 2004, from http://www.edrs.com/Webstore/Detail.asp?q1=@Meta_PubID%20722576&txtSort=Meta
  • Two-way immersion was looked at in its entirety, and was labeled the best way to teach English to ELLs.  It also gave key issues when designing programs.
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Education Reporter. (2000). Proposition 203 wins big! Arizona voters dump bilingual education. Retrieved March 9, 2004, from Education Reporter Online:  www.eagleforum.org/educate/2000/dec00/prop203.shtml
  • Ron Unz creates proposition 203 for Arizona’s public schools.  The new law that was passed by Arizona voters is explained in detail, and information is given on how this proposition will change Arizona’s schools.
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Guzman, Joseph. (2002). Learning English. Hoover Institution. Retrieved February 15, 2004, from http://www.educationnext.org/20023/58.html
  • This article shows the problems with bilingual education.  ESL immersion programs are looked at closely, and the positive effects from these programs are given.
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Hubbard, Linda. (2003). Bilingual education. Encyclopedia of Education, (pp. 175-184 New York:  Macmillian).
  • The best strategies and the worst strategies of teaching English to immigrants is given in this article.  It discussed methods to be used regarding bilingual education including the ESL program, and immersion programs.
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Kossan, Pat. (2004, March 1). State continues to lag in education spending. The Arizona Republic. Retrieved March 1, 2004, from www.azcentral.com
  • Information given on the amount of money spent on education in Arizona.  Statistics show that Arizona spends more money on administrators rather than on classroom spending.
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Manning, M.L., & Baruth, L.G. (2000).  Multicultural education of children and adolescents (3rd ed.).  Needham Heights, MA :  Allyn and Bacon.
  • Overall strategies were given on how to teach English to spanish speaking students.  Also, a general background was given on the Hispanic culture, and how to be fluent in English.
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Morales, Jones, Carmen A. (1998). Understanding Hispanic culture:  From tolerance to acceptance. The Delta Kappa Gamma Bulletin, 64, 13-17. Retrieved February 7, 2004, from Education Index.
  • Background information is given for teachers in regards to hispanic students.  Cultural Awareness for teachers was the primary focus in this article.
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Owin, Brian. (2004). Arizona October 1st enrollment figures. Retrieved March 25, 2004, from Arizona Department of Education Web site:  http://www.ade.state.az.us
  • Graphs and statisitcs given of students enrolled in Arizona schools.  Enrollment figures given specifically by gender and ethnicity.
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Scottsdale Unified School District. (2004). Arizona school financing:  The dollars and $ense of it. Retrieved March 25, 2004, from www.susd.org/district/news/
  • This statistical report gave brief descriptions on where money is being spent on education in Arizona.  Proposition 301 is looked at slightly and information on that proposition is given.
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Steckner, Susie. (2004, March 20). Fund to aid kids, schools. The Arizona Republic. Retrieved March 20, 2004, from www.azcentral.com
  • Govenor Janet Napolitano organized a new fund to help educate children in Arizona.  Money is being redirected from administrators pockets to classrooms.
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The New Mexico Association for Bilingual Education. (2004). Proposition 203. Retrieved March 26, 2004, from www. Nmabe.net/legislation/p203.html
  • Arguments against proposition 203 are given in this article.  The definition of this proposition is also given for the reader to understand more about the proposition.
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