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Download full textAnonby, Stan J. – 1999
This paper discusses the status of the endangered Kwak'wala language on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, and efforts to revive it. Kwak'wala, also known as Kwakiutl, belongs to the Kwakiutlian group of the Wakashan language family. Following a description of Kwak'wala's historic decline and current status (mostly elderly speakers comprising…
Descriptors: American Indian Education, American Indian Languages, Canada Natives, Community Attitudes
Rosberg, Merilee – 1995
A discussion of English-as-a-Second-Language teaching techniques and approaches for young children focuses on principles found to contribute to successful program development. First, characteristics of successful language immersion programs are outlined: parental involvement and support; students who are members of a majority group; positive…
Descriptors: Bilingualism, Classroom Communication, Classroom Techniques, Educational Strategies
