Origins & Growth
What is Language Immersion?
Language immersion is a method used to teach students a different language where the language being taught is primarily used during teaching
One of the biggest challenges in Language Immersion is finding _______ to develop appropriate curriculum and teach the material
teachers (qualified teachers/individuals)
True or False: Knowing more languages has no overall effect on a student's intelligence
FALSE: more languages = more intelligence overall
True or False: Language Immersion Programs help students become less culturally aware
FALSE: Language Immersion Programs help students become MORE culturally aware!
The first observed Language Immersion Intended Establishments were predominantly _____-Oriented.
(Hispanic, Chinese, or Latin?)
Latin
True or False: Language immersion programs require a greater amount of focus than many elementary schoolers have
TRUE
What is a benefit of Language Immersion?
-better flexibility in recognition tasks
-superior performance in inhibiting in a number of concept tasks
-better auditory and divided attention
-and more!
True or False: Research shows that Language Immersion Programs support both academic enrichment and social development.
TRUE!
How many language immersion schools are there in the United States?
Over 1,000!
How can you address the difference in students' learning and proficiency levels?
Knowing that each student is different and adapting to meet their needs, incorporating a variety of materials and resources to meet students where they are at to help them succeed
True or False: Language Immersion Programs are associated with lower standardized test scores.
FALSE: Higher Scores!
How does Language Immersion help students grow in self-awareness?
Language Immersion Programs help students to become aware and challenge one's own biases to ultimately push a student outside of their comfort zone
In 2006, The President's ________ ________ ________ ________ helped to cause immense growth of Language Immersion Programs in the United States.
National Security Language Initiative
How can the challenges associated with language immersion be overcome?
-varying teaching styles and focus on the language arts teaching
-and more!
How can Language Immersion Programs prepare students for their futures, both in the workforce and in life?
Knowing multiple languages is a major asset in the workforce, along with the personal traits these programs create: collaboration, communication, understanding, perspective taking, and more.
Why is there a need for Language Immersion Programs in the United States?
*Any of the following are correct*
-To broaden students' worldviews and perspectives
-To help students live in a global society
-Embrace other Cultures/Backgrounds: Representation
-Challenge one's own growth and development