ELL specialist uses technology to engage students in every lesson, while providing resources to bridge the gap between their native language and English. [Editor’s note: “My Tech Essentials” is a new ...

English language learners (ELLs) are not a monolithic population. They come from different countries, have different levels of English exposure at home, and have widely different educational needs.

WILLMAR, Minn.—The third-grader lay on the floor on his stomach on the fringe of a group of students, working intently in his math workbook. He looks up at teacher Courtney Hauge and said, “I did it.” ...