Dual Language Immersion Programs (January 2025)

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OELA
Institutional Author
U.S. Department of Education, Institute of Education Sciences, National Center for Education Evaluation and Regional Assistance
Originating Organization
OELA
Details
Resource Type
Infographic
Acquisition Number
527
Published Date
01-10-2025 12:22 PM
Published Year
2025
Number of Pages
7
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Abstract

Dual language immersion (DLI) programs provide content and language instruction in both English and a partner language, including Spanish, Mandarin Chinese, Arabic, French, and many other languages. DLI programs support native English speakers as they develop proficiency in the partner language and English learners (ELs) as they develop proficiency in English and the partner language, which may also be their home language. DLI programs vary in structure and implementation, but they typically start in kindergarten or first grade, and many continue into middle and high school.

Topics
Dual Language Education
Bilingual Education
State Programs
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Teacher Resources