Videos

Are bilingual education programs the future?

USA TODAY
Research shows that dual-language programs where children learn both Spanish and English are especially helpful for Latino
English-language learners.

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Inside California Education: Dual Language Immersion
PBS

Visit a dual language immersion program in Redding where students are learning academics in both English and Mandarin Chinese.

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Dual Language Programs Explained

American Institutes for Research
In recent years, there has been an increased interest in dual-language programs, in which students receive instruction in both English and a partner language to help them acquire both. In this video, Diane August, an AIR managing researcher, explains the benefits of dual language programs and some of the challenges to implementing them.

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The Benefits of a Bilingual Brain

TED-ED
It’s obvious that knowing more than one language can make certain things easier — like traveling or watching movies without subtitles. But are there other advantages to having a bilingual (or multilingual) brain? Mia Nacamulli details the three types of bilingual brains and shows how knowing more than one language keeps your brain healthy, complex and actively engaged. Lesson by Mia Nacamulli, animation by TED-Ed.


 

Articles

Dual Language Education Programs: Current State Policies and Practices

American Institute for Research

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Multi-lingual Frequently Asked Questions

California Department of Education

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Global California 2030

California Department of Education