Research Overview

The NFLRC at Iowa State University is conducting a four-year longitudinal research study on Spanish Two-way Immersion programs in kindergarten through third grade. The research design, which includes both treatment and control schools, will examine:

A) English-speaking students’ progress in Spanish language proficiency;

B) Attitudes toward the Spanish language and cultures of students, administrators, teachers, staff, parents, and the community; and

C) Student progress on standardized assessments of English language arts and mathematics as compared to the progress of control groups.

• Research Design
• Language Proficiency
• Attitudes
• Standardized Assessments