Heritage Language Instruction in the 21st Century |
Diana C. Pérez |
Abstract |
This article examines the policy, administrative, and classroom level reforms that could improve the field of Foreign Language instruction for heritage language learners in the United States. In light of the fact that the American society is increasingly more culturally and linguistically diverse, it is important for educators and policy makers to revise strategies for meeting the needs of this group of learners. This topic has implications for educators of all languages in the Foreign Language field, as well as English-as-a-Second-Language and Bilingual teachers. |
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