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Peer reviewedWeslander, Darrell; Stephany, Gene V. – TESOL Quarterly, 1983
An evaluation of a Des Moines program, in which the relationship of student background and program achievement was examined, is summarized. It was found that more instruction in English was beneficial in the first year of schooling, but had diminishing effects during the second and third years. Implications for similar programs are discussed. (MSE)
Descriptors: Achievement Rating, Elementary Secondary Education, English (Second Language), Immigrants
