National Evaluation Series (NES) Assessment of Professional Knowledge Practice Test

After transitioning out of ELL services, what type of support can Miguel benefit from in math class?

1. Math instruction in his native language.

2. Referral for special education testing.

3. Pull-out ELL services.

4. Scaffolded support to understand academic language.

The correct answer is: Scaffolded support to understand academic language.

The choice indicating scaffolded support to understand academic language is particularly beneficial for Miguel after his transition out of ELL services because it focuses on helping him navigate the challenges presented by academic content in a language that may still be relatively new to him. Even after receiving English Language Learner (ELL) services, students may still face difficulties when it comes to understanding the specific vocabulary and language structures used in academic settings, especially in subjects like math. Scaffolded support includes strategies that provide temporary assistance to help students engage with complex concepts. This could involve visual aids, modeling problem-solving techniques, or providing sentence starters that help students articulate their reasoning in class. Such support is essential for building confidence and competence in academic language, thus facilitating better comprehension and performance in math. The other options, while they may provide support in different contexts, do not address the immediate need for understanding academic language in a mainstream classroom setting. Math instruction in his native language may not be available and could hinder his full immersion into English. Referral for special education testing implies a different type of assistance that may not relate specifically to Miguel's language needs, while pull-out ELL services would not be suitable since he has transitioned out of those services. Thus, scaffolded support is the most fitting choice