Bilingual Education programs have been widely implemented across the US in the past 40 years.
Cross-Language Teaching strategies
Research confirms using a students native language to help him learn English is most effective.
The idea that two languages used strategically can enhance and advance students' intellectual and linguistic growth.
Ex: Asi Se Dice
What is the best way to teach Biliteracy?
By using cross- language methods in teaching. These approaches focus on making connections that will enhance their writing.
The goal is to teach students to utilize what they know in one language to assist them in learning a second language.
Cross-Language Method:
The utilization of a particular teaching methodology in two languages.
Ex: The Dictado
Using Writing to make Cross Language Connections
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