Recent focus on academic achievement coupled with the persistent achievement gap between English language Learners (ELL) and non-ELLs have caused researchers and educators to take a closer look at how to help ELLs master English and academic content. What does the research tell us?

• Key lessons: ELL research at a glance.
• Preparing English language learners (ELL) for academic success: Summary of research about English language learners. 
• What NCLB says about ELL students: How NCLB defines and assesses English language learners.
• What research says about testing accommodations for ELLs:  Are accommodations effective?
• Bibliography: English Language Learners
• Research review: What research says about preparing English Language Learners for Academic Success: The full report by researchers at Edvantia (PDF).
• Archived chat: Preparing English language learners (ELL) for academic success, November 1, 2007