What is multilingual education?
Multilingual education intentionally uses more than one language as a medium or goal of learning.
Key concepts and practice
A learner’s home language can support access to prior knowledge and participation. Specify which subjects use which language and when. Avoid confusing language proficiency with subject knowledge in assessment.
Examples, evaluation and limits
Translation alone may not suffice; teacher preparation, materials and family communication matter. New academic language can develop without abandoning the home language. Outcomes vary by age, program and context.
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