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Publication Date: 1993
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Teaching Mathematics in English to Students of Non-English-Speaking Background.
MacGregor, Mollie
Multicultural Teaching to Combat Racism in School and Community, v11 n3 p31-34 Sum 1993
Outlines main issues of concern in teaching and learning mathematics in Australia's multilingual classrooms. The main barrier to success in mathematics is lack of proficiency in English. Classroom strategies are suggested for language development in mathematics. Acquiring adequate proficiency in English can be achieved without sacrificing the child's native language. (SLD)
Descriptors: Cultural Differences, Elementary Secondary Education, English (Second Language), Foreign Countries, Language Proficiency, Limited English Speaking, Mathematics Achievement, Mathematics Instruction, Mathematics Skills, Multicultural Education, Second Language Instruction, Special Needs Students
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Australia
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