Primary Language Impact on Second Language and Literacy Learning

Primary Language Impact on Second Language and Literacy Learning
Author: Bogum Yoon
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 249
Release: 2022-12-19
Genre: Education
ISBN: 166690712X

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This book provides educators with foundational knowledge on how students’ native languages influence their learning of English language and literacy. Linguistically diverse students increasingly populate current classrooms, and it is important for educators to have general linguistic and cross-linguistic knowledge to provide students with equitable access to the language and content of school. By discussing English language learners’ (ELLs) primary language norms, positive and negative transfer, and culturally sustaining resources, this book helps educators understand how to support ELLs’ use of their primary language as an asset when engaging in English language and literacy learning experiences.