Immigrant Students in Other Countries

The articles in this section share perspectives from other countries around the world who are also educating immigrant students in their schools.

Research and Reports

How Long Does It Take English Language Learners to Attain Proficiency?

Recommended Resources

Education Week's Quality Counts 2012 Report

Education Week's Quality Counts 2012 report, The Global Challenge: Education in a Competitive World, takes a critical look at the nation's place among the world's public education systems, with an eye toward providing policymakers with perspective on the extent to which high-profile international assessments can provide valid comparisons and lessons. The report also features commentaries penned by educational leaders from around the globe, as well as a variety of perspectives on educating immigrant students in the U.S. and elsewhere.

Note: Excerpts of the report are available online and the full report is available for a minimal fee.

Acknowledgements

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