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Peer Tutoring as a Model for Language and Reading Skills Development for Students who as English Language Learners
Journal of Applied School Psychology
  • Marcia Sytsma, Minneapolis Public School District
  • Carlos J. Panahon, Minnesota State University, Mankato
  • Daniel Houlihan, Minnesota State University, Mankato
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
1-1-2019
Abstract

With the rapid change in cultural demographics across the globe, an argument is constructed suggesting that school psychologists implement peer tutoring strategies as a means to help dual language students and English language learners. Literature supporting the use of peer tutoring in mastery of second languages is reviewed. Specific focus is on reciprocal peer tutoring and cross-age tutoring and the identifiable advantages these programs might present as compared with traditional teacher–led methods. Recommendations for school psychologists to implement peer tutoring for dual language and English learner students are discussed.

DOI
10.1080/15377903.2019.1597796
Citation Information
Sytsma, M. R., Panahon, C. J., & Houlihan, D. (2019). Peer tutoring as a model for language and reading skills development for students who are English language learners. Journal of Applied School Psychology, 35(4), 357-379. doi:10.1080/15377903.2019.1597796