Why Do English Learners Struggle with Reading?: Distinguishing Language Acquisition from Learning Disabilities

Make the right instructional and eligibility decisions to help your English Learners!

Do your students' reading difficulties reflect language acquisition issues or a learning disability? Now in an updated second edition, this essential guide helps educators make informed choices about strategies and services to support English Learners, and includes:

• Nine common misconceptions that can lead to wrongful placement of students in Special Education
• A new chapter on evidence-based practices for success in teaching reading to students learning English
• Appropriate techniques to use when assessing students for special education
• Expanded coverage of Response to Intervention to include a multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS)