Why Dual Language Schooling
This book provides the justification and research foundation for why the individual and/or community chooses dual language education. As their fourth book in the series, Drs. Collier and Thomas share a foundational knowledge and experience with every family, board of education, business and community member who seeks to understand the exciting promise of K-12 dual language education.
Virginia Collier and Wayne Thomas
Dr. Virginia Collier is Professor Emerita of Bilingual/Multicultural/ESL Education at George Mason University in Fairfax, Virginia, located in the metropolitan area of Washington, D.C. She is best known for her work with senior researcher, Dr. Wayne Thomas, on school effectiveness for linguistically and culturally diverse students, working with many school districts in all regions of the U.S. over the past 34 years.
Dr. Wayne Thomas is Professor Emeritus of Evaluation & Research Methodology in the Graduate School of Education at George Mason University in Fairfax, Virginia, in the Northern Virginia suburbs of Washington, DC. His Ph.D. training and primary professional experience are in program evaluation methodology and social science research methods.
Course Curriculum
- Chapter One—Overview: Why Choose Dual Language Schooling? (17:01)
- Chapter Two—What Else Do Policy Makers and Families Need to Know? (29:41)
- Chapter Three—Important Messages for Bilingual Families (11:06)
- Chapter Four—Understanding Second Language Acquisition in Dual Language Classes (4:47)
- Chapter Five—The Social, Emotional, and Cultural Heart of Dual Language Schooling (9:33)
- Chapter Six—Dual Language Programs as a Vehicle for School System Reform (21:43)
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WHY DUAL LANGUAGE SCHOOLING
Book 1 - Educating English Learners for a Transformed World
Book 2 - Dual Language Education for a Transformed World
Book 3 - Creating Dual Language Schools for a Transformed World: Administrators Speak