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The educational effectiveness of bilingual education [PDF]
, 2009 Bilingual education is the use of the native tongue to instruct limited Englishspeaking children. The authors read studies of bilingual education from the earliest period of this literature to the most recent. Of the 300 program evaluations read, only 72
Baker, Keith, Rossell, Christine H.
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Mapping Language: Names, Speakers and Voices
Area, EarlyView.Short Abstract In this conversational piece, we reflect on our experience of working with and on maps and map‐makers that have shaped linguistic conventions and ideas, suggesting geographers have much to contribute by engaging with such mapping. It illuminates how maps rendered the unpredictable geography of speakers and the naming of places as ...
Beth Williamson, Philip Jagessar
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A simple start - A potential use of simplified english materials in the inclusive classroom [PDF]
, 2003 This paper examines issues surrounding simplified English materials (SEMs) and their usage. It considers their value in light of widespread support for authentic materials, the communicative approach and bilingual support and learning, contrasting this ...
Rix, Jonathan
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Business Ethics, the Environment &Responsibility, EarlyView.ABSTRACT A supportive ethical culture (EC) can encourage moral behavior among employees and help them avoid wrongdoing. One option for fostering EC is ethics training; its longer‐term effectiveness, however, has rarely been examined, especially in countries lacking strong regulatory environments.
Pablo Ruiz‐Palomino +3 more
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IMPLEMENTASI METODE PENGULANGAN BERBICARA SEDERHANA (SIMPLE REPETITIVE SPEAKING ACTIVITIES) PADA PEMBELAJARAN BAHASA INDONESIA DI KELAS BILINGUAL TK LABORATORIUM UM [PDF]
This study aims to describe the implementation of the Simple Repetitive Speaking Activities method in Indonesian language learning in the UM Laboratory Kindergarten bilingual class, as well as the role of teachers in its implementation.
Rahmawati, Anggun
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Editorial: The challenge of teaching english in diverse contexts [PDF]
, 2004 At the international conference on Language, Education and Diversity, held at the University of Waikato in November 2003, 450 delegates from over 30 countries gathered to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing language educators in teaching and ...
Janks, Hilary, May, Stephen
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British Journal of Developmental Psychology, EarlyView.Abstract Preterm birth is associated with later language impairment and delay. Socio‐economic deprivation is linked to decreased language exposure in early childhood, but it is unknown how prematurity influences this relationship. This study investigated the effects of socio‐economic status and gestational age at birth on language exposure, in a sample
Sinéad O'Carroll +5 more
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Does Being Bilingual Make You Better At Math? [PDF]
, 2015 The purpose of this study is to examine if there is any relationship between being bilingual, defined as speaking your native language at home and another language in school, and your mathematical ability.
Elezi, Enxhi
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British Journal of Educational Psychology, EarlyView.Abstract Background Executive functions (EFs) are critical in school and closely linked to academic achievement and learning‐related behaviours (LRBs). LRBs encompass the ability to adapt to school demands, including concentration, adherence to rules, and autonomy.
Carlotta Rivella, Paola Viterbori
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British Journal of Educational Psychology, EarlyView.Abstract Background Many words have multiple meanings, which present challenges to learning, yet research has yet to identify effective interventions for homonyms. Lexical inference may be a promising strategy. Aim To evaluate a brief, novel lexical inference intervention for homonyms. Samples Children aged 7–8 years (Study 1: N = 180, Study 2: N = 76).
Sophie A. Booton +4 more
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