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ERIC Number: EJ132697
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1975
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The Migrant Child and Teacher Preparation
Whitton, David J.
Babel: Journal of the Australian Federation of Modern Language Teachers' Associations, 11, 3, 21-28, Oct 75
This paper examines the language training of the primary teacher working with migrant children in Australia. The social, language and cultural problems of such children are discussed. It is suggested that teachers be trained in bilingual and bicultural education, and that foreign teachers be specially trained to instruct migrant children. (CHK)
Descriptors: Biculturalism, Bilingual Education, English (Second Language), Inservice Teacher Education, Language Instruction, Migrant Children, Primary Education, Second Language Learning, Teacher Education
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Identifiers: Australia