“The bilingual or word-to-word dictionaries can be in print or electronic versions. Further, consistent with best practices for English Learners (ELs), the dictionary used should be a word-to-word translation without definitions.”  

Use of Dictionary - EL

Use of dictionaries (bilingual or English) in print or electric version with or without extended time is an acceptable processing and response strategy.

Do:

• Word-to-word translation without definitions.
• Turn off additional capabilities on electronic bilingual or English dictionaries.

Dont:

• Keep internet turned on for an electronic bilingual or English dictionary.
• Use an electronic dictionary for translating whole phrases and sentences.