The Influence of Teachers and Peers on Second Language Acquisition in Bilingual Preschool Programs.

Chesterfield, Ray; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ286744

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Publication Date: 1983

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The Influence of Teachers and Peers on Second Language Acquisition in Bilingual Preschool Programs.

Chesterfield, Ray; And Others

TESOL Quarterly, v17 n3 p401-19 Sep 1983

The interaction patterns of eleven Spanish-speaking preschool children in two bilingual programs were observed for one year. In predominantly English-speaking classrooms, greater English proficiency was related to English use with peers. In prevalently Spanish-speaking classes, English proficiency was more related to interaction in English with teachers. (MSE)

Descriptors: Bilingual Education Programs, English (Second Language), Language of Instruction, Language Proficiency, Language Usage, Peer Relationship, Preschool Education, Second Language Learning, Spanish Speaking, Student Teacher Relationship

Publication Type: Reports - Research; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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