Program Design and Two-Way Immersion Programs

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Author
Author
De Jong, Ester. J.
Journal
Journal of Immersion and Content-Based Language Education
Details
Resource Type
Journal
Acquisition Number
BE025298
Published Date
01-21-2015 2:55 PM
Published Year
2014
Number of Pages
16
Language(s)
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Abstract
Two-way immersion (TWI) programs have provided an effective bilingual alternative to monolingual approaches to educating language minority students. This article reviews the research related to two program design questions: are TWI programs effective for different groups of students within the program and what role does school context play in the program's effectiveness?
Topics
Program Evaluation and Effectiveness
Program Design and Implementation
Dual Language Programs
Bilingual Education