DLI 50:50
Also called Two-Way Bilingual Immersion
English Learners and English-dominant students, in grades K-12
KEY CHARACTERISTICS OF ALL
QUALITY LANGUAGE LEARNING MODELS
Regardless of the specific program model, the key characteristics summarized below should be reflected across all language learning options:
QUALITY LANGUAGE LEARNING MODELS
Regardless of the specific program model, the key characteristics summarized below should be reflected across all language learning options:
- Integration of language and culture
- Active engagement and meaningful interaction
- Contrastive analysis to build linguistic and cultural diversity within an affirming climate
- Standards-aligned curriculum and high quality instructional materials, as well as exposure to authentic language models and texts.
- Valid and appropriate assessment
- Age appropriate instruction differentiated and scaffolded for different levels of language proficiency
- Systemic professional development and support for teachers
- Use of technology integrated into teaching and learning