Understanding the Oral and Written Translanguaging Practices of Emergent Bilinguals: Insights from Korean Heritage Language Classrooms in the US

Understanding the Oral and Written Translanguaging Practices of Emergent Bilinguals explores the translanguaging practices and preferences of young, emergent bilinguals in a Korean heritage language school in the U.S. It examines the role of sociocultural influences on language use and development, with particular attention to immigrant parental involvement and engagement. The book provides valuable insights for the education of emergent bilinguals to support their language and literacy development.

Format: Hardback
Length: 198 pages
Publication date: 23 March 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Understanding the Oral and Written Translanguaging Practices of Emergent Bilinguals delves into a qualitative research study conducted with elementary-grade children at a Korean heritage language school in the United States. This insightful text offers unique insights into the translanguaging practices and preferences of young, emerging bilinguals within a minority language group.

The study explores the influence of sociocultural factors on emergent bilinguals' language usage and development, with a particular focus on immigrant parental involvement and engagement in their bilingual children's language learning and academic success. Data is collected through classroom audio recordings, writing samples, semi-structured interviews with children and parents, and other methods.

Through the analysis of this data, the book identifies significant implications for the education of emergent bilinguals to enhance their overall language and literacy development. It will primarily appeal to doctoral students, researchers, and scholars with a keen interest in bilingual education, biliteracy, and early literacy development. Those with an interest in applied linguistics, the Korean language, and multicultural education will also find this volume valuable.

The study highlights the importance of recognizing and valuing the linguistic and cultural heritage of emergent bilinguals, as well as the significance of providing them with appropriate language support and education to promote their language and literacy growth. It sheds light on the complex interplay between language, culture, and education, and offers valuable insights into the experiences and perspectives of young bilinguals in a diverse educational setting.

Weight: 448g
Dimension: 236 x 214 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367555092