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ERIC Number: EJ1488523
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2025
Pages: 15
Abstractor: As Provided
ISBN: N/A
ISSN: ISSN-1534-8431
EISSN: EISSN-1532-771X
Available Date: 0000-00-00
Fostering Mother Language and Cultural Preservation: Perspectives of Three Latina Immigrant Mothers in the United States
Journal of Latinos and Education, v24 n4 p823-837 2025
This article explores the experiences of three Latina women who migrated to the United States from different countries and navigated the challenges of raising their children in a cross-cultural environment while striving to preserve their cultural heritage and language. Through narrative interviews and thematic analysis, the study highlights the significance of language as a cultural bridge and the advantages of bilingualism in a multicultural society. The findings reveal that these mothers actively engage in teaching their children their native language, emphasizing the importance of language in maintaining cultural roots and connections with their home countries. They recognize the economic advantages of bilingualism, believing it provides their children with increased job opportunities and professional advantages. Additionally, the study underscores the sacrifices these mothers make for their children's education and the crucial role of parental involvement in language development and cultural preservation. The findings have implications for policymakers, educators, and parents, emphasizing the importance of supporting bilingual education and recognizing the value of cultural diversity in society. By fostering bilingualism and cultural preservation, these mothers shape their children's cultural identity, expand their opportunities, and prepare them for success in a diverse and globalized world.
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research; Tests/Questionnaires
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Language: English
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Author Affiliations: 1School of Education, Foreign Languages program, Universidad Surcolombiana