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Download full textUlibarri, Mari-Luci – 1971
The successful English-as-a-second-language reading teacher must understand the cultural background of her students very well and must take such circumstances into account in the presentation of and the approach to materials. Following a good basic teaching model is equally important. Evaluation of the reading program must consider the students'…
Descriptors: Behavioral Objectives, Cultural Differences, Cultural Pluralism, English (Second Language)
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Direct linkLindholm-Leary, Kathryn J. – Educational Leadership, 2005
A key to closing the achievement gap between students who come to school speaking a language other than English and native English speakers is adoption of two-way bilingual immersion (TWBI) programs. The bilingual immersion approach fosters excellent academic achievement and positive school attitudes in students of any ethnicity who participate.…
Descriptors: Immersion Programs, English (Second Language), Second Language Learning, Bilingualism
