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Dual Language Education: A Promising 50-50 Model
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Gomez, Leo; Freeman, David; Freeman, Yvonne – Bilingual Research Journal, 2005
Dual language education programs have become extremely popular. Although these programs share common characteristics, they vary in several respects. Programs use different languages and include students with varying characteristics. For instance, many of these programs include students with fluent English proficiency and those with limited English…
Descriptors: Teaching Methods, Bilingual Education, Language of Instruction, Immersion Programs
Effective Bilingual Education: From Theory to Academic Achievement in a Two-Way Bilingual Program.
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de Jong, Ester J. – Bilingual Research Journal, 2002
A Massachusetts two-way bilingual education program provides initial first-language (L1) literacy development for all students, teaches half of the curriculum in L1 and half in L2 by third grade, and selectively integrates native and non-native speakers of the target language. Both target groups meet academic and linguistic goals by fifth grade.…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Cultural Pluralism, Elementary Education, English
An Administrative Perspective of a Two-Way Bilingual Immersion Program.
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Armendariz, Abe Lujan; Armendariz, Emma J. – Bilingual Research Journal, 2002
In this interview, a female Hispanic principal discusses the challenges, resources, and support involved in implementing a two-way bilingual immersion model in a Hispanic community in Albuquerque (New Mexico). Program success resulted primarily from supportive parents, faculty, and superintendent and the principal's leadership style, which is…
Descriptors: Bilingual Schools, Elementary Education, Family Involvement, Interviews
Raise a Child, Not a Test Score: Perspectives on Bilingual Education at Davis Bilingual Magnet School.
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Smith, Patrick H.; Arnot-Hopffer, Elizabeth; Carmichael, Catherine M.; Murphy, Ellen; Valle, Anna; Gonzalez, Norma; Poveda, Angelica – Bilingual Research Journal, 2002
A case study of Davis Bilingual Magnet School in Tucson (Arizona) observed and interviewed teachers, parents, students, and community members. The school's success results from strong community support and an educational environment that privileges Spanish. Although Davis students do well on standardized tests, the school's greatest pride comes…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Bilingual Schools, Bilingualism, Case Studies
Navajo Language Education: Retrospect and Prospects.
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Holm, Agnes; Holm, Wayne – Bilingual Research Journal, 1995
Describes the growth and development of bilingual education on the Navajo Reservation and resultant outcomes for Navajo students, educators, and communities, and demonstrates how learning is mediated by language and culture in the Navajo context, as well as the critical conditions needed to sustain genuine two-language education. (16 references)…
Descriptors: American Indian Culture, American Indian Education, Bilingual Education, Educational Environment
Two-Way Bilingual Immersion: A Portrait of Quality Schooling.
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Senesac, Barbara V. Kirk – Bilingual Research Journal, 2002
A Chicago two-way bilingual immersion magnet school gives equal regard to English and Spanish and values student cultures. Other features include family atmosphere, student-centered instruction, and strong parent and community collaboration. Students, including low-income limited-English-speaking students, consistently score high in English…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Case Studies, Culturally Relevant Education, Educational Environment