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What strategies are effective for English language acquisition in newcomer populations?

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What strategies are effective for English language acquisition in newcomer populations?

This evidence summary, authored by Switchboard, provides an overview of the current evidence on the effectiveness of various interventions for English language learning among newcomers. It addresses two crucial questions:

  1. Are there specific elements of English language acquisition programs for newcomer populations that are more effective or efficient than others?
  2. What role does technology play in the provision of English language learning programs?

 

By examining these questions, the summary aims to identify best practices and innovative approaches that can enhance English language learning outcomes for newcomers, ultimately supporting their integration and success.

Post TitleStrength of EvidenceType of StudyDirection of Evidence
Moving forward: Educational outcomes for Unaccompanied Refugee Minors (URM) exiting foster care in the United StatesSuggestiveSuggestive evidencePositive impact
ALAS: An Intervention to Promote Career Development Among Latina/o Immigrant High School StudentsSuggestiveSuggestive evidencePositive impact
Long-Term Impacts of Promotor EngagementModerateImpact evaluationPositive impact
Impact of Latino Parent Engagement on Student Academic Achievement: A Pilot StudySuggestiveSuggestive evidencePositive impact
Extracurricular Participation Among Adolescents from Immigrant FamiliesSuggestiveSuggestive evidencePositive impact

Websites and Databases Population Terms Methodology Terms Target Outcome Terms
Social Science Premium

 

APA PsychNet

 

ERIC

 

Education Source

 

Gale Academic OneFile

 

Academic Search Complete

 

Gale General OneFile

 

Academic Search Premier

 

Education Full Text HB Wilson

 

Education Database

 

 

 

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