Beyond Language Learning Instruction: Transformative Supports for Emergent Bilinguals and Educators

Download or read book Beyond Language Learning Instruction: Transformative Supports for Emergent Bilinguals and Educators written by Slapac, Alina and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2019-11-22 with total page 422 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Educators all over the world are being challenged to provide effective instruction for culturally and linguistically diverse learners and immigrant communities while valuing and celebrating students’ cultural backgrounds. This task requires training, professional development, cultural sensitivity, and responsibility to promote positive outcomes. Beyond Language Learning Instruction: Transformative Supports for Emergent Bilinguals and Educators is a critical research publication that bridges linguistics theory and practice and comprehensively addresses all fundamentals of linguistics through the English language learning lens. Featuring topics such as curriculum design, immigrant students, and professional development, this book is essential for educators, academicians, administrators, curriculum designers, instructional designers, researchers, policymakers, and students.