Using Technology to Support LEP Student's Learning

This is a rather lengthy critical article pertaining to the positive effects that using technology in the classroom can provide for the LEP (Limited-English-Proficient) student. It reiterates what many other articles have said about the use of technology in the classroom, namely that technology in and of itself is not the primary goal, that students have greater access to more information, cognitive skills are enhanced, students can work at their own pace and within their own realms of interest. " Through technology, LEP students can learn in a rich linguistic environment and find opportunities to interact with the multicultural world, extend their language skills, and not be embarrassed for not knowing answers"(Padrón & Waxman, 1996, p. 344; Lee, 2000). In other words, it greatly helps build on their confidence.
The article lists TESOL standards, explains what is expected of LEP students, and lists differing reasons and support from different accounts on the benefits of technology to these students.
My interest in this stems from my interest in LEP students and my hope to work with them in the future.