ERIC Number: EJ1464914
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2024
Pages: 20
Abstractor: As Provided
ISBN: N/A
ISSN: ISSN-1532-0723
EISSN: N/A
Available Date: 0000-00-00
English Learner Program Director and Teacher Self-Efficacy in Serving English Learners with Dual Eligibility
Stephanie Atchley; Jim Gentry; Juanita Reyes; Jennifer Phillips
Education Leadership Review, v25 n2 p87-106 2024
The number of English learners (ELs) in school districts is climbing nationwide, and these students are being taught by teachers who may or may not have the knowledge base or training to provide effective instruction (Johnston & Young, 2019). This exploratory, descriptive study examined the self-efficacy of EL program directors and EL teachers in meeting the diverse needs of students who receive both special education (SPED) and EL services. Participants in the study included EL program directors and EL teachers from six central Texas school districts. Vanatta and Fordham's (2004) Teacher Attribute Survey was utilized to provide insight into EL program director and teacher confidence in serving students with dual eligibility. Eight themes emerged from narrative survey responses, four from EL directors and four from EL teachers. These themes included the need for targeted professional development, increased interdepartmental collaboration, and the importance of hiring and retaining highly qualified teachers and staff.
Descriptors: English Learners, Teacher Effectiveness, School Districts, Enrollment Trends, Knowledge Base for Teaching, Teacher Student Relationship, Student Needs, Special Education, English (Second Language), Second Language Learning, Second Language Instruction, Self Efficacy, Teacher Attitudes, Administrator Attitudes, Eligibility, Faculty Development, Teacher Collaboration, Teacher Selection, Personnel Selection, Teacher Qualifications, Program Evaluation, Elementary Secondary Education
International Council of Professors of Educational Leadership. Web site: https://www.icpel.org/
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Elementary Secondary Education
Audience: N/A
Language: English
Sponsor: N/A
Authoring Institution: N/A
Identifiers - Location: Texas
Grant or Contract Numbers: N/A
Author Affiliations: N/A