The Guiding Principles for Dual Language Education was developed as a tool to help dual language programs (two-way immersion, heritage language, foreign language immersion, or developmental bilingual programs) with planning and ongoing implementation. Grounded in evidence from research and best practices, the guiding principles address program issues in seven strands: Assessment and Accountability, Curriculum, Instruction, Staff Quality and Professional Development, Program Structure, Family and Community, and Support and Resources.

The full report is available to download on the website.

The guiding principles were based on the Framework of Best Practices for New Mexico Dual Language Programs and were adapted by a national panel of dual language experts and reviewers.

The second edition includes Kathryn J. Lindholm-Leary's literature review, Effective Features of Dual Language Education Programs: A Review of Research and Best Practice.