Ballard & Tighe publishes instructional materials and assessment instruments for English language learners. Carousel of IDEAS is a comprehensive language development program designed for K-5 English learners at all stages of language proficiency. Carousel of IDEAS is a research-based program; it is a systematic, structured, and standards-based approach to teaching language. Champion of IDEAS is a comprehensive and systematic ELD program designed for middle school and high school English language learners. Champion of IDEAS is based on the latest linguistic research and ensures English language learners are taught grammatical forms and functions, vocabulary, and social and academic language. Our IPT testing system is a nationally recognized leader in language assessment. Explore program is a content-based ELD program; social studies is a vehicle to teach language and social studies.
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