English Learner Classification Status and Stem Access

The article proves the means of English learner classification and STEAM learning. English learners (ELs) develop science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics (STEAM) knowledge and language proficiency when they are engaged in meaningful interaction in the classroom and participate in the kinds of activities in which STEAM experts and professionals regularly engage. This article describes that ELs typically have varying levels of proficiency, both across modes of language use (reading, writing, speaking, listening) and across domains of knowledge, according to opportunities they have had to learn and use language.