Lamar UniversityEDLD 5301 – Research

Reynaldo P. Flores

Goal: To determine the effectiveness of the dual language program at Runn Elementary in comparison to non dual language programs within the district, region, and state.

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Evaluation

1. Identify 5 comparison campuses – 1 non dual language campus from each of the 4 regions in Texas along with 1 non dual language campus from within the district.

Reynaldo P. Flores

8/01/10 – 8/31/10

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Comparison campuses: one will be from within the district, one will be predominately White (>70%), one predominately African American (>70%), one predominately Hispanic (>70%), and one with an equal distribution of Hispanics, Whites, and African Americans.

Goal: To determine the effectiveness of the dual language program at Runn Elementary in comparison to non dual language programs within the district, region, and state.

Action Step(s) Person(s)Responsible

Timeline: Start/End

Needed Resources

Evaluation

2. Analyze, interpret, and input TAKS assessment data into tracking spreadsheets (Reading, Writing, Math, & Science) for grades 3-5 for Runn Elementary & each of the 5 non dual language comparison campuses (years 2007-2009).

Reynaldo P. Flores

9/01/10 – 10/31/10

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Peers (1 for each comparison campus) will examine data for each campus and check for accuracy and correct any inaccurate data.

Goal: To determine the effectiveness of the dual language program at Runn Elementary in comparison to non dual language programs within the district, region, and state.

Action Step(s) Person(s)Responsible

Timeline: Start/End

Needed Resources

Evaluation

3. Summarize data, graph data, and develop PowerPoint presentation of findings.

Reynaldo P. Flores

11/01/10 – 11/15/10

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Peers (1 for each comparison campus) will examine data for each campus and check for accuracy and identify any inaccurate data.

Goal: To determine the effectiveness of the dual language program at Runn Elementary in comparison to non dual language programs within the district, region, and state.

Action Step(s) Person(s)Responsible

Timeline: Start/End

Needed Resources

Evaluation

4. Present findings and recommendations to administrative team at Runn Elementary.

Reynaldo P. Flores

11/16/10 – 11/30/10

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Analyze findings and determine whether or not the dual language program is effectively preparing students for middle school.