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Most people do not know that bilingual education has been part of the educational landscape for virtually all of our nation’s history--actually, since before it was a nation. This presentation will review this history; present the current state of knowledge for short-term (i.e., transitional) and long-term (developmental or dual-language) bilingual education; discuss some of the limitations and challenges the research reveals; and provide suggestions for future directions, which must include promoting the value of bilingualism and biliteracy for all, not just English Learners, and improving the literacy pedagogy typically used in bilingual education programs.
Objectives:
Summarize the historical roots and evolution of bilingual education in the United States.
Differentiate between short-term (transitional) and long-term (developmental/dual-language) bilingual education models and their outcomes.
Identify key findings from research on the effectiveness, challenges, and limitations of various bilingual education approaches.
Explain why promoting bilingualism and biliteracy benefits all students—not just English Learners.
Recommend ways to strengthen literacy pedagogy within bilingual education programs to align with current evidence and improve student outcomes.
Credit Reflection Questions: Applying Learning to Practice
What new insights did you gain from the presentation, and how did they connect to your existing knowledge or experience?
In what ways did the presentation deepen or enhance your understanding of the topic?
How do you plan to apply what you learned in your work? Who will benefit from it, and what changes or improvements do you expect to see?
