Having a historical perspective of the laws, judicial decisions, policies, and guidelines that have shaped English
language instruction policy, enables teachers of English language learners (ELLs) to understand the program
model in which they operate.
Part 1
Based on major court cases and legislation pertaining to ELLs, create a brochure, newsletter, or Glogster to be
used to inform parents of ELLs about legislative events that have affected English language instruction in
Arizona.
Part 1 of your submission should include a brief description for each of the following:
At least two of the following major court cases pertaining to ELLs: Lau v. Nichols, Castaneda v. Pickard, Flores
v. Arizona, or Plyler v. Doe.
At least two of the following federal laws or mandates that have affected education for ELLs: Every Student
Succeeds Act (ESSA), Title III, Title VI, or a resolution from the Office for Civil Rights/Department of Justice.
At least two of the following Arizona laws or policies that have directly affected the ELL program model:
Proposition 203, House Bill 2010, House Bill 2064, and Move On When Reading.
Part 2
With the submission of Part 1, write a 500-750 word description of the ELLs and program model in Arizona.
Sample Solution