ERIC Number: EJ1104894
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2010
Pages: 12
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ISSN: EISSN-1934-5267
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Immersion and Identity: Experiences of an African American Preschool Child
McCullough, Ruanda Garth; Reyes, Sharon Adelman
International Journal of Multicultural Education, v12 n2 2010
This article explores the benefits and challenges of a Spanish language immersion preschool from the perspective of a non-Spanish speaking African American family. Data explored include the decision to enroll, reactions from peers and family, home-school communication issues, language development, and family involvement. In addition, recommendations for families considering this bilingual option are considered. The primary data used for this article come from 127 journal entries written by the mother of the child from the beginning of the preschool admissions process until the end of preschool.
Descriptors: African American Children, Preschool Children, Language Acquisition, Family Involvement, Family School Relationship, Family (Sociological Unit), Immersion Programs, Spanish, Montessori Method, Montessori Schools, Early Childhood Education, Preschool Education, Journal Writing, African Americans, Second Language Learning, Second Language Instruction
International Journal of Multicultural Education. Eastern University, 1300 Eagle Road, St. Davids, PA 19087. Tel: 610-341-1597; Fax: 484-581-1276; e-mail: ijme@eastern.edu; Web site: http://www.ijme-journal.org
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative
Education Level: Early Childhood Education; Preschool Education
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Language: English
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