9 Questions
What does bilingualism education lack according to the text?
A single definition
In what century is bilingualism considered essential for economic and social success?
21st century
What is one of the highlighted benefits of bilingual education according to advocates?
Improving language proficiency
What did early 20th-century America introduce in terms of language in education?
English-only laws
Which language was NOT taught alongside English in 19th-century America?
Chinese
What do opponents of bilingual education stress regarding proficiency?
Maintaining proficiency in the native language
What sparked debates in the 1960s-70s regarding bilingualism's impact?
'Studies on bilingualism's impact on intelligence and academics'
"Growing population of language minority children highlights the importance of bilingual education for integration in diverse societies." This statement refers to the importance of bilingualism education for __________.
"Language integration"
"Bilingualism encompasses proficiency in a language other than one's native language." This statement relates to the classification of bilingualism based on __________.
"Language Proficiency"
Learn about the classification of bilingualism based on language proficiency, including Equal Bilingualism and Unequal Bilingualism. Explore the benefits of premature bilingualism and the impact of early introduction of a second language on first language development. Dive into the theoretical foundations of bilingualism education.
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