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Examining the Relationship among Opportunity, Inclusion, and Choice

Describes the multicultural language practices used at Western Hills Elementary School in Denver, Colorado. Discusses social and cultural dimensions of learning and their relationships to second language acquisition. Describes exploring cultural diversity through school-wide themes, encouraging second-language development for teachers and students, teacher "teaming" and forming friendships across language borders. (SR)

• Author/Creator: Franquiz, Maria E., Reyes, Maria de la Luz
• Date Published: Apr
• Journal/Secondary Title: Primary Voices K-6
• Number: 4
• Volume: 8
• Year: 2000

This resource is cataloged under:

• Network/channel: NCCRESt: Practices: Diversity Practices
• Subject: Bilingual Schools
• Subject: Bilingual Teachers
• Subject: Cultural Awareness
• Subject: Cultural Differences
• Subject: Elementary Education
• Subject: Intercultural Communication
• Subject: Multicultural Education
• Subject: Second Language Learning
• Subject: Team Teaching

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