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Brisk, Maria Estela Allende – Journal of Education, 1981
Outlines the history of multilingual policies in American education, citing cases in the 19th century where children were taught in their native languages. Also discusses court cases that have had an effect on present bilingual education legislation. Calls for a consistent language policy in American schools. (Author/GC)
Descriptors: Bilingual Education, Communicative Competence (Languages), Court Litigation, Educational History