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What does linguistic diversity refer to?
What does linguistic diversity refer to?
Linguistic diversity is primarily unimportant for cultural preservation.
Linguistic diversity is primarily unimportant for cultural preservation.
False (B)
According to UNESCO, why is linguistic diversity important for societies?
According to UNESCO, why is linguistic diversity important for societies?
It enables the delivery of information and knowledge coded in different sociocultural, political, and economic contexts.
Each Indigenous language is considered a _____ for humanity.
Each Indigenous language is considered a _____ for humanity.
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Match the following reasons for linguistic diversity with their benefits:
Match the following reasons for linguistic diversity with their benefits:
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Which of the following statements about multilingualism is correct?
Which of the following statements about multilingualism is correct?
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Linguistic diversity is irrelevant to the concept of human heritage.
Linguistic diversity is irrelevant to the concept of human heritage.
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What impact would the loss of linguistic diversity have?
What impact would the loss of linguistic diversity have?
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What is a significant consequence of losing a language?
What is a significant consequence of losing a language?
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More than half of all documented languages are currently in use.
More than half of all documented languages are currently in use.
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According to Cenoz and Gorter, what is multilingualism?
According to Cenoz and Gorter, what is multilingualism?
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Schools are critical institutions in shaping children’s minds and promoting ______.
Schools are critical institutions in shaping children’s minds and promoting ______.
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Match the following aspects of promoting linguistic diversity in education with their descriptions:
Match the following aspects of promoting linguistic diversity in education with their descriptions:
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Which institution is emphasized as vital for promoting linguistic diversity?
Which institution is emphasized as vital for promoting linguistic diversity?
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The role of schools in shaping cultural practices is primarily about promoting social injustice.
The role of schools in shaping cultural practices is primarily about promoting social injustice.
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List one strategy to promote linguistic diversity in school settings.
List one strategy to promote linguistic diversity in school settings.
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What is one of the main reasons multilingual classrooms are growing worldwide?
What is one of the main reasons multilingual classrooms are growing worldwide?
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Using students' home languages in English lessons should be avoided to promote language development.
Using students' home languages in English lessons should be avoided to promote language development.
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What does the concept of 'funds of knowledge' refer to?
What does the concept of 'funds of knowledge' refer to?
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_________ fosters positive identities associated with students' home cultures.
_________ fosters positive identities associated with students' home cultures.
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Match the following terms with their descriptions:
Match the following terms with their descriptions:
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What is a key characteristic of high-quality teaching?
What is a key characteristic of high-quality teaching?
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The use of home languages is regarded as an obstacle to learning in many educational settings.
The use of home languages is regarded as an obstacle to learning in many educational settings.
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What effect does multilingual education have on learners?
What effect does multilingual education have on learners?
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What is one benefit of multilingualism for children?
What is one benefit of multilingualism for children?
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Multilingualism can help preserve cultural heritage.
Multilingualism can help preserve cultural heritage.
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Name one reason why multilingualism is emphasized by UNESCO.
Name one reason why multilingualism is emphasized by UNESCO.
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The disappearance of a language will ultimately lead to the disappearance of __________.
The disappearance of a language will ultimately lead to the disappearance of __________.
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Which aspect of multilingualism benefits understanding of one's own culture?
Which aspect of multilingualism benefits understanding of one's own culture?
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Drawing on a student's home language in the classroom can validate their identity.
Drawing on a student's home language in the classroom can validate their identity.
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What role does language play in cultural exchange?
What role does language play in cultural exchange?
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What is the primary goal of a language-as-resource perspective in education?
What is the primary goal of a language-as-resource perspective in education?
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Translanguaging only involves code-switching between languages.
Translanguaging only involves code-switching between languages.
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What does translanguaging enable bilingual students to do?
What does translanguaging enable bilingual students to do?
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Preventing learners from using their home languages in the classroom impedes their __________.
Preventing learners from using their home languages in the classroom impedes their __________.
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Match the following practices with their descriptions:
Match the following practices with their descriptions:
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What is one method suggested for teaching students to form questions in English and Tagalog?
What is one method suggested for teaching students to form questions in English and Tagalog?
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Activities that incorporate students' home languages can help enhance their classroom experiences.
Activities that incorporate students' home languages can help enhance their classroom experiences.
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What kind of activities can help teachers tap into students' linguistic resources?
What kind of activities can help teachers tap into students' linguistic resources?
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Flashcards
Linguistic Diversity
Linguistic Diversity
Many different ways people speak and communicate, like different languages.
Importance of Linguistic Diversity
Importance of Linguistic Diversity
Respecting different languages is crucial; they reflect cultures, traditions, and human heritage.
Losing a Language
Losing a Language
The loss of a language removes a valuable part of history, culture, and knowledge.
Multilingualism
Multilingualism
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Language and Culture
Language and Culture
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Linguistic Diversity in Schools
Linguistic Diversity in Schools
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UNESCO's View on Linguistic Diversity
UNESCO's View on Linguistic Diversity
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Unethical Language Restriction
Unethical Language Restriction
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Language Loss
Language Loss
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Schools & Language Diversity
Schools & Language Diversity
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Educator Hiring
Educator Hiring
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Diverse Teaching Strategies
Diverse Teaching Strategies
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Inclusive Environment
Inclusive Environment
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Public Education on Diversity
Public Education on Diversity
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Multilingualism Impact
Multilingualism Impact
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Multilingualism Benefits
Multilingualism Benefits
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Language Preservation
Language Preservation
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Cultural Heritage
Cultural Heritage
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Disappearing Languages
Disappearing Languages
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Multilingual Education
Multilingual Education
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Multilingualism in Classroom
Multilingualism in Classroom
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Funds of Knowledge
Funds of Knowledge
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Multilingual Classroom
Multilingual Classroom
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Transfer of Skills
Transfer of Skills
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Home Language in the Classroom
Home Language in the Classroom
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What is the significance of 'Funds of Knowledge'?
What is the significance of 'Funds of Knowledge'?
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How does multilingualism benefit learning?
How does multilingualism benefit learning?
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Why is it important to use home languages in the classroom?
Why is it important to use home languages in the classroom?
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What are the challenges of multilingualism in the classroom?
What are the challenges of multilingualism in the classroom?
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Language-as-resource perspective
Language-as-resource perspective
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Translanguaging
Translanguaging
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Purposeful Translanguaging
Purposeful Translanguaging
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Emergent Bilingual
Emergent Bilingual
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Intercultural Learning
Intercultural Learning
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Linguistic Resources
Linguistic Resources
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How does Translanguaging benefit learners?
How does Translanguaging benefit learners?
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What are some activities for Translanguaging?
What are some activities for Translanguaging?
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Study Notes
Linguistic Diversity Through Multilingualism
- Linguistic diversity refers to the many ways people can speak and communicate. It's like having many colors, shapes, and sizes of toys, but with languages.
- UNESCO (n.d.) considers linguistic diversity a key to inclusive and resilient knowledge societies. Languages are crucial for sharing information and knowledge across socio-cultural contexts, contributing to wealth creation, social transformation, and human development.
- There are over 8,324 documented languages with about 7,000 still in active use. More than half of these are at risk of disappearing.
- Losing a language means losing traditional knowledge and culture. Each unique language is a unique expression of human experience.
- Indigenous languages are invaluable, storing millennia of history, values, skills, literature, spirituality, and knowledge.
- Multilingualism is the ability to use more than one language.
- Schools play a crucial role in preserving and promoting linguistic diversity. They are critical in shaping students' minds and potentially legitimizing or delegitimizing certain cultural practices.
Importance of Linguistic Diversity in Schools
- Limiting language use is unethical.
- Using one's language aids in accelerating learning.
- Language preserves culture and traditions, which are part of our human heritage.
Multilingualism in Teaching and Learning
- Multilingualism is the ability to use more than one language in everyday life.
- It's good for cognitive health, and has benefits for children and adults.
- Drawing on students' home languages validates identities and helps develop additional language skills.
- Multilingualism is a valuable resource; using student's home language skills in class helps both their learning and the classroom environment.
- Using students’ home languages enriches the teaching experience.
- Prior home language knowledge and experience can support learning new languages.
Funds of Knowledge in the Language Classroom
- "Funds of knowledge" (Moll, 1992) recognizes the cultural knowledge students bring from their homes.
- Multilingual classrooms allow teachers to tap into these resources.
Translanguaging
- Translanguaging is a pedagogical strategy that allows the use of multiple languages in the classroom.
- It involves the simultaneous use of languages.
- Students can freely switch between languages.
Example Activities
- Teaching students to form questions in English, while translating them into another language.
- Discussing a poem by first reciting it in English, identifying its themes and features, then translating it into another language.
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Explore the importance of linguistic diversity and the role of multilingualism in preserving cultures and knowledge. Discover the significance of maintaining languages and how they reflect human experiences across different societies. This quiz highlights the pressing issue of language extinction and the invaluable contribution of indigenous languages.