What are multilingual education theories?(4) 13. Additive Multilingualism Key Idea: Additional languages should be acquired without sacrificing proficiency or fluency in the first language(s). Implications: Prioritize the maintenance and development…

What are multilingual education theories?(3) 9. Continuum of Biliteracy (Hornberger) Key Idea: Multilingual education operates across a spectrum of proficiency levels, linguistic contexts, and literacy practices. Implications: Recognize that learners…

What are multilingual education theories?(2) 5. Holistic Multilingualism Key Idea: Learners’ multiple languages form an integrated system, and skills in one language can support development in others. Implications: Promote cross-linguistic…

What are multilingual education theories?(1) Multilingual education theories build upon bilingual education theories while addressing the complexities of teaching and learning multiple languages in educational contexts. These theories emphasize linguistic…