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Early Language Programs

Early Language Programs. Tor Fornelli , Allison Chael , Courtney Hart. Critical Period. Brain activity in the average four year-old is twice that of an adult, making it easier to learn new things at a young age. This critical period ends around the age of 12.

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Early Language Programs

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  1. Early Language Programs Tor Fornelli, Allison Chael, Courtney Hart

  2. Critical Period • Brain activity in the average four year-old is twice that of an adult, making it easier to learn new things at a young age. • This critical period ends around the age of 12. • Starting language programs early, at least before the age of 12, makes it easier for students to learn and retain.

  3. Immersion • Students are exposed to the foreign language (usually Spanish or French) 50-100% of the time. • Uses foreign language to teach other subjects during the day • By 4th-6th grade, students are proficient in native language and foreign language.

  4. Foreign Language Exploratory Program (FLEX) • Least intensive of the 3 language programs • 1 or 2 classes/week taught in English, in which students learn about cultures/languages around the world • (10 or more throughout the year) • Simply provides knowledge of diversity

  5. Foreign Language in Elementary Schools (FLES) • Start around the age of 9-10 • Specific foreign language class • meets 45 minutes to 1 hour, 3-5 times/week • Provides solid base, not typically bilingualism

  6. Benefits • Participating in immersion programs for 5+ years score higher on achievement tests than students not in immersion programs. • Better creativity, problem solving, and critical thinking in other subject areas • Cultural awareness

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