ELD

Abbreviation with 2 meanings

ELD
Stands forEnglish language development
Meanings2
CategoriesEducation & Academia, Transportation & Travel

ELD has two meanings. It stands for English language development (K-12 education) or Electronic logging device (driving).

Meanings of ELD at a glance

#ELD stands forContext
1English language developmentEducation & Academia › K-12 Education
2Electronic logging deviceTransportation & Travel › Driving

1. English language development

Education & Academia · K-12 Education Abbreviations

Instruction specifically designed to develop English learners' listening, speaking, reading and writing in English, often delivered in a daily dedicated block. California's ELD standards distinguish designated ELD time from integrated ELD in content classes.

Example: Designated ELD happens every day from 9:00 to 9:30 in third grade.

ELD focuses on language itself, while sheltered instruction makes grade-level content accessible. WIDA's ELD Standards Framework, updated in 2020, is used by more than 40 states. Teachers group students by proficiency level for designated ELD.

2. Electronic logging device

Transportation & Travel · Driving Abbreviations

Device connected to a commercial truck's engine that automatically records driving time and engine hours to enforce hours-of-service rules. US federal rules have required ELDs for most interstate truck drivers since December 2017.

Example: The ELD shows I have 45 minutes of drive time left, so I'm stopping at the next truck stop.

ELDs replaced paper logbooks, which were easy to falsify. Older automatic onboard recording devices were allowed until December 2019. Exemptions include short-haul drivers and trucks built before 2000. Drivers have criticized the inflexibility of the system when traffic or shipper delays eat into their time.

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  • ECHS – Early college high school
  • ED – Emotional disturbance
  • EL – English learner
  • ELA – English language arts
  • ELL – English language learner
  • ENL – English as a New Language
  • EOC – End-of-course exam
  • EOG – End-of-grade test

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  • DVLA – Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency
  • DVSA – Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
  • EDL – Enhanced driver's license
  • ETC – Electronic toll collection
  • FM – Farm to Market Road
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  • GDL – Graduated driver licensing

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