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Typology of Bilingual Education

Bilingual education programs can be categorized into different typologies based on their goals and instructional approaches. Some common typologies include dual language programs that aim to develop bilingualism and biliteracy through instruction in two languages. Transitional bilingual education programs provide initial instruction in a student's native language to support their academic and language development as they transition into a second language like English. Maintenance bilingual programs focus on sustaining proficiency in a student's first language while also teaching a second language. Two-way immersion programs bring together students from different language backgrounds to develop bilingualism through instruction in both languages.

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Typology of Bilingual Education

Bilingual education programs can be categorized into different typologies based on their goals and instructional approaches. Some common typologies include dual language programs that aim to develop bilingualism and biliteracy through instruction in two languages. Transitional bilingual education programs provide initial instruction in a student's native language to support their academic and language development as they transition into a second language like English. Maintenance bilingual programs focus on sustaining proficiency in a student's first language while also teaching a second language. Two-way immersion programs bring together students from different language backgrounds to develop bilingualism through instruction in both languages.

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TYPOLOGY OF

BILINGUAL EDUCATION
PRESENTED BY:
JESSA MAE V. RANGCAPAN
JEMINA KATE PAA
EMMANUEL PESCADOR
What is Bilingual Education?

• Bilingual education is the teaching of academic


content in two languages, one native and one second
language.
Different types of Bilingual Education:
Bilingual Education

• Bilingual education means that students are given


information in more than one language. Many educational
systems and programs are bilingual in some way, but the
extent to which the two (or more) instructional languages
are used and the program structure vary greatly.
Submersion:

• Language minority students are placed in an ordinary


classroom where English is spoken. There is no special
program to help them overcome the language
problem. Submersion is aptly described as "sink or
swim" The minority home language (L1) is not used at
all in the classroom. In Lau v. Nichols the Supreme
Court found that the submersion approach violated
the civil rights of language-minority students and that
schools had to make an extra effort to help overcome
the language problems of these students.
Two-way Bilingual Education:
• Fluent or native speakers of both English and another language are placed in the same classroom and
instructed in both languages alternately. The goal is for both groups of speakers to become fluent in the
other language. This form of education is most effective if implemented for a period of several years or
more. English as a Second language (ESL.) Non-English speaking students are placed in English-speaking
classrooms for part of the day. The other part of the day the students are in a classroom with a trained
ESL instructor, where they receive individual and concentrated instruction on the learning of English.
The students are held responsible for the content taught in the English-speaking courses they take.

Immersion:
• Immersion promotes bilingualism with the goal of developing native-like competence in English without
losing fluency in a student's first language. The method resembles the way children acquire their first
language, in which learners are provided with an environmen pick up English with little to no
explanation. They interact with native speakers develop proficiency by adding new vocabulary and
contexts to their comprehensive assimilation.
Bilingual education programs can vary in their typology depending on the
specific goals and approaches employed. Here are a few common typologies of
bilingual education programs:

1. Dual Language Programs: These programs aim to develop bilingualism and


biliteracy by providing instruction in two languages. Typically, both
languages are used for instruction, with the goal of enabling students to
become proficient in both languages.
2. Transitional Bilingual Education Programs: These programs provide

instruction in a student's native language while gradually transitioning


them to full proficiency in a second language, such as English. The goal is to
support students' academic progress while they acquire the new language
skills needed to succeed.
3. Maintenance Bilingual Programs: These programs focus on
maintaining and developing students' proficiency in their first language
while also providing instruction in a second language. The goal is to help
students maintain and value their native language and culture while
acquiring proficiency in a second language.

4. Two-Way Immersion Programs: Also known as dual immersion or two-


way bilingual programs, these programs bring together students from
different language backgrounds. Instruction is provided in both
languages, with the goal of supporting the development of bilingualism
and biliteracy in all students.
5. Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL)

Programs: These programs integrate language learning with


the learning of other academic subjects. Instruction is delivered
in the second language, allowing students to develop language
skills while also learning subject content.
These are just a few examples of the typology of
bilingual education programs. Each program may
have different goals, language combinations, and
instructional strategies, depending on the needs of
the students and the specific context.

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