### Question
How is the "special alternative instructional program" defined?


### Answer
The term **special alternative instructional program** is defined in *20 U.S.C. § 7601* as follows -

> an educational program for limited English proficient students that—


(A) utilizes specially designed English language curricula and services but does not use the student's native language for instructional purposes

#### Citation:
  - *20 U.S.C. § 7601*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 70-STRENGTHENING AND IMPROVEMENT OF ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOLS > SUBCHAPTER VII-BILINGUAL EDUCATION, LANGUAGE ENHANCEMENT, AND LANGUAGE ACQUISITION PROGRAMS > Part E-General Provisions**

