jan 2, 1968 - 1968 Bilingual Education Act Title VII of ESEA
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First legislation in US to recognize needs of LESA students. Provides schools with competitive grants to implement educational programs for students with LESA. Publically recognized benefits of bilingualism, gradually shifted focus on English proficiency though transitional bilingual education programs
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History of U.S. Legislation and Court Cases Affecting English Language Learners
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