This column features an interview with NCTE caucus leaders who share hopes and challenges related to policy.

In my twenty- nine years as an English teacher, I’ve heard many arguments for both sides, but I’ve been unbending in my belief that my job is to meet the students in my room where they are and, in our …

Many school systems have invested considerable time and energy in improving EL education, but opportunity and achievement gaps persist. This report discusses key state policy areas relevant to …

Jan 1, 2022 · In this month’s interview, Kappan’s editor talks with high school English teacher and researcher Lisa Scherff about the ongoing struggle over who gets to define the English language arts …

Feb 28, 2017 · Attention to how ELs are faring in grades pre-K-12 comes at a pivotal time in American schools, when schools throughout the nation are teaching to higher curricular standards in core …

For each of the domains included in the Standards (reading, writing, listening and speaking, and language), we first outline what the Standards call upon students to do, emphasizing the …

English Learners (ELs) face a number of unique challenges navigating a path to high school completion. Researchers have identified a long list of potential reasons that youth drop out of school as well as …

Apr 9, 2024 · What do you think is the most important education policy issue facing public schools today, why do you think it is so important, and what is your position on it?

This stresses critical-thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills that are required for success in college, career, and life. The standards establish guidelines for English language arts (ELA) as well …

This column features an interview with NCTE caucus leaders who share hopes and challenges related to policy.