Performance of ESL Students on a State Minimal Competency Test.

Brown, James Dean

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Publication Date: 1991

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Performance of ESL Students on a State Minimal Competency Test.

Brown, James Dean

Issues in Applied Linguistics, v2 n1 p31-47 Jun 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, Limited English Speaking, Minimum Competency Testing, Secondary Education, State Standards, Student Certification

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Identifiers - Location: Hawaii

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