Description: Divided into three parts, this book provides a context for reflection regarding the complex issues surrounding new English learners in schools. The text addresses these issues through conversations among experts, practitioners, and readers that are informed by representative case studies and by a range of theoretical approaches.
Review Quotes:
"...this book is focusing on the practical side of the problematics of linguistic diversity and teaching...gives the reader a very clear and easy-to-follow guide through this complex area....using 'Linguistic Diversity and Teaching' as a course book in practicum classes, no matter what the subject focus. In-service teachers, curriculum committees, and school administrators can use this highly informative book as a guide in creating their policies and curriculum. This book deserves the close attention of researchers, politicians and parents if they really want to give all students equal opportunity."
--TESL-EJ