Linguistic and Cultural Innovation in Schools

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Linguistic and Cultural Innovation in Schools

The Languages Challenge

Linguistics Sociolinguistics Bilingualism and multilingualism Language teaching and learning Educational strategies and policy

Authors: Jane Spiro, Eowyn Crisfield

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Language: English

Published by: Palgrave Macmillan

Published on: 2 January 2018

Format: LCP-protected ePub

Size: 468 Kb

ISBN: 9783319643823


Overview

This book presents case studies of five schools engaged in radical change in order to engage with children’s home languages and cultures in a more multilingual and inclusive way. Located around the globe, from Hawaii to Kenya, the case studies are informed by both researchers and professionals on the ground.

Context and Mission

While the schools in question are each anchored in a unique context and situation, they also have a common mission to see language diversity as a resource, and a responsibility to embrace all the languages of their pupils.

Resources and Audience

The authors offer a rich resource for education professionals and policymakers, including not only theoretical insights but useful practical tips. This innovative volume will be a helpful resource for educational professionals interested in following a path of multilingualism as well as students and scholars of second language acquisition, heritage languages and cultures and multilingual educational policy.

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