Teachers often refer English language learners for special services when they are struggling readers. However, the way in which most struggling readers are assessed is biased towards native English speakers. other problems in assessing ELL students for special needs programs.

Teachers often refer English language learners for special services when they are struggling readers. However, the way in which most struggling readers are assessed is biased towards native English speakers. other problems in assessing ELL students for special needs programs.

other problems in assessing ELL students for special needs programs.

an ELL student really needs special education is to try site-based interventions first.