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- English-Language Learners Opinion 'Celebrating Mistakes' and Other Ways to Help English-LearnersUsing an asset-based lens, educators can support English-learners as they seek to conquer their fears of a new language and a culture.English-Language Learners The Equity Question of Dual Language ProgramsWhile interest in dual language programs is growing, questions remain over how to ensure English learners get first pick at seats.SponsorThis content is provided by our sponsor. It is not written by and does not necessarily reflect the views of Education Week's editorial staff.Timekettle Translator Earbuds are the best solution for overcoming language barriers in educationEnglish-Language Learners Title 42 Has Expired. How School Districts Can Welcome Immigrant StudentsWhile it's uncertain how many immigrant students will enroll, school districts offer advice on how to best serve them.English-Language Learners Opinion How to Help Long-Term English Learners ProgressStart by ditching the erroneous label and referring to the students as "experienced multilinguals" and then adjust their supports.English-Language Learners Opinion Use Practical Strategies to Improve English-Learners' Speaking SkillsGive students many chances to use the language because the greater the opportunity, the more comfortable they'll become.English-Language Learners Researchers Offer Advice on Improving Education for High School English LearnersHere are takeaways from a new conference on what research suggests for older English learners.English-Language Learners Quiz Quiz Yourself: How Much Do You Know About English-Language Learners?Answer 7 questions about English-Language learners.English-Language Learners Opinion Listening Is the Key to Teaching English-Learners How to SpeakThat communication skill helps students master patterns, intonation, accents, word order, and conversational animation.English-Language Learners Secretary Cardona Shows Off Dual-Language School to International Education LeadersU.S. Education Secretary Miguel Cardona visited Escuela Key Elementary School in Arlington, Va., to promote multilingual learning.English-Language Learners Q&A How Cross-Departmental Collaboration Helps English LearnersAldine ISD department heads share advice on how they collaborate to mutually support English learners.English-Language Learners How Districts Can Ensure English Learners Have CTE AccessA new analysis identified common strategies school districts can use to ensure equitable access.English-Language Learners Opinion Tips for Encouraging English-Learners to Practice SpeakingAbove all else, students need to feel they're in a safe environment where they can freely express themselves.English-Language Learners U.S. English Learners' Language-Proficiency Scores Still Below Pre-Pandemic YearsA new analysis of English learner language-proficiency test results shows the pandemic's outsized impact.English-Language Learners Interactive Map: How States Describe Their English LearnersA new report from education consulting firm, SupportEd, tracks the various terms state agencies use for English learners.