Hi David,
 
Thank you the the opportunity to discuss the study.  I (and if I may speak for her) and Heide will be happy ot answer additonal questions, either posted here or emailed directly to us.
 
Regarding your comment on more research, I with colleagues from AIR and Dr. John Strucker, are just now beginning a new study of reading in instruction for adult ESL literacy students.  Perhaps someday (a few years from now) we will be discussing that!  But there really is a need for more research of all types in adult ESL in general.
 
All the best,
 
Larry Condelli

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From: specialtopics-bounces at nifl.gov on behalf of David J. Rosen
Sent: Sat 4/14/2007 11:21 PM
To: specialtopics at nifl.gov
Subject: [SpecialTopics 290] What Works Adult ESL/ESOL Study



Special Topics Discussion Colleagues,

This has been an enjoyable discussion, and I want to thank our 
guests, Heide Spruck Wrigley and Larry Condelli, for joining us this 
week and helping us to better understand the What Works for Adult ESL 
Students study.  I will leave the discussion open for a few more days 
in case others want  to add comments, but Heide and Larry may not be 
able to continue to join in, or answer every reply. Our agreement was 
that their participation would only continue through today.  Of 
course, they are welcome to continue if they wish.

I have a comment on the study and the discussion.  The study has 
impressed me with what we know as a result of this research but, like 
a good appetizer, it has whetted my appetite for more adult ESL/ESOL 
research. There are so many questions that yet need to be answered.


David J. Rosen
Special Topics Discussion List Moderator
djrosen at comcast.net






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