Dual Language Education in the US: Rethinking Pedagogy, Curricula, and Teacher Education to Support Dual Language Learning for All

This text explores innovative practices and research in Dual Language Education (DLE) in the US, benefiting English-speaking and partner-language students across K-12. It identifies pedagogies and learning environments that support dual language learning and considers how policy, curricula, and teacher education can promote social justice and diversity.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 164 pages
Publication date: 29 April 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Originally published as a special issue of the journal Theory into Practice, this comprehensive text delves into innovative practices and cutting-edge research related to Dual Language Education (DLE) in the United States. Offering a diverse range of perspectives, contributors explore the multifaceted benefits of dual language learning for English-speaking and partner-language students across K-12, while also examining how multilingualism can be leveraged for broader academic success. By examining the strategies employed by schools and teachers to ensure the effective implementation of a DLE curriculum, the chapters identify pedagogical approaches and learning environments that foster dual language acquisition. Additionally, they consider how policy, curricula, and teacher education can be designed to promote social justice and diversity by expanding access to dual programs.

This book is a valuable resource for graduate and post-graduate students, researchers, academics, professionals, and policy makers in the fields of multicultural education, international and comparative education, bilingualism studies, education policy, and pedagogy. It provides a comprehensive examination of DLE practices, offers insightful insights, and fosters a deeper understanding of the complexities involved in promoting multilingualism and social equity in education.

Weight: 303g
Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367511531