CLAD Bilingual Education and Program Models

Question 1

Which bilingual program model aims to develop full proficiency in both the home language and English, with the goal of maintaining the student's native language?

Accepted Answer

Developmental (maintenance) bilingual education

Answer

Developmental or maintenance bilingual education supports students in achieving academic proficiency in both their home language and English.

Question 2

In a transitional bilingual education (TBE) program, the primary long-term goal is to:

Accepted Answer

Move students toward English-only instruction as quickly as possible

Answer

TBE programs use the native language as a bridge to English, with the exit goal of transitioning students into mainstream English-only classrooms.

Question 3

Dual language immersion programs typically aim for what language distribution in early grades?

Accepted Answer

90% target language and 10% English, shifting over time

Answer

Many dual language programs use a 90/10 model in early grades, gradually increasing English instruction as students advance.

Question 4

Which of the following is a key distinguishing feature of a two-way dual language immersion program?

Accepted Answer

Both native English speakers and English learners are integrated and learn each other's languages

Answer

Two-way dual language programs integrate native English speakers with English learners so both groups develop bilingualism and biliteracy.

Question 5

Structured English Immersion (SEI) is best described as:

Accepted Answer

An approach where English learners receive instruction almost entirely in English adjusted to their proficiency level

Answer

SEI delivers instruction in English at a level comprehensible to ELs, without systematic use of the native language for academic content.

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CLAD Bilingual Education and Program Models