The PROMISE Preschool Resource Guide was developed to provide DLL educators, administrators, and parents with resources and an understanding of the research base on best practices for dual language learners. We recognize the importance of consulting research when one is planning programs for DLLs, however, some early childhood research that may be used to inform decisions might be based on conclusions that are not appropriate for dual language learners (e.g., DLLs were not included in the study’s sample).
The PROMISE Preschool Resource Guide Tools were developed to provide assistance in examining early childhood research articles and determining whether it is appropriate to apply the findings to dual language learners. It is critically important to determine when the data samples in studies focus on, include, or do not include dual language learners.
Use these downloadable tools to encourage and inform discussions about early childhood research and curricular materials, as specifically relating to preschool dual language learners. An example is included to demonstrate how the PROMISE Preschool Research Review Tool is used to identify an appropriate article for DLL discussion.
Tools
PROMISE_ECE_DualLanguageResearchReviewTool.pdf
PROMISE_EXAMPLE_IdentityTextsECE_DualLanguageResearchReviewTool.pdf