Download or read book Improving literacy and testing performance of English language learners written by Jenny Renae Rutkauskas and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page 51 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Over 60.6 million people in the United States speak a language other than English at home. Between the years 1980 and 2010, the number of people speaking a language other than English skyrocketed 158 percent, compared with 38 percent for the overall population of individuals who are five years and older (New census bureau, 2013). This project will explain the theory behind the development of English Language Learners (ELLs) in reading as well as the importance in leveling the playing field on mandatory assessments. Readers will be provided with effective reading strategies and testing accommodations. Since it is essential to read in all areas of academics, all teachers of all subject areas will be able to use this handbook.