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Conclusions: Based on the above cited observations as viewed through the Student Written Language Observation Matrix, Joe is performing at a Fully Proficient level, or Phase IV. In terms of his SWLOM Percentile Score: (20 + 1)x4 = 84%.
Whole Language Proficiency
Whole language proficiency refers to the combined assessment of an English language learner's oral language and written language proficiency. Whole language proficiency is determined by the following formula: (SOLOM Score x 2) + {(SWLOM Score + 1)x2} = WLP Percent.
In the case study at hand, Joe's whole language proficiency would be determined as follows: (17 x 2) + {(20 + 1) x 2} = 34 + 42 = 76%. This means that Joe's estimated whole language proficiency is 76% of expected native speaker proficiency for a third grade child.
Conclusions
Based on the recommended strategies for teaching English language learners, it is this evaluator's opinion that the instructor in Joe's room does an excellent job at providing such successful strategies as one on one work and the providing of necessary background information. Because of these strategies, Joe is performing at a rather high level of proficiency.
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To help overcome this gap, the instructor should focus on providing background-based transitions for Joe. In other words, new concepts and topics should be introduced to Joe with a heavy reference back to how the new material relates the material he has already learned.
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