This document provides a concise overview of the data sources and analytical methods used in WestEd’s strategic and economic study of English Learner programs in California, conducted in partnership with Sobrato Philanthropies.

The study explores ways to scale multilingual instructional programs by improving program design, expanding access to integrated care, and fostering a multilingual workforce. This summary outlines key methodological approaches used to examine these focus areas, offering insights into the study’s findings and recommendations.