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Peer reviewedBrown, James Dean – Issues in Applied Linguistics, 1991
Differences between scores of Limited-English-Proficient (LEP) and non-LEP ninth grade students on the Hawaii State Test of Essential Competencies were studied. The LEP population scored significantly lower than the control group; results are discussed in terms of language training needs. (15 references) (Author/LB)
Descriptors: Applied Linguistics, Comparative Analysis, English (Second Language), Grade 9


