Cultural and Linguistic Contrasts
The following discussion pertains to the exploration of the cultural and linguistic contrasts between the native culture and heritage language of the student and the U.S. American culture and dialect of the English language. Knowledge of the similarities and differences that exist between the two experiences and languages will assist educators in implementing a diagnostic prescriptive approach that will facilitate successful second language acquisition for ELLs.Next you will write an introductory paragraph that provides information regarding: This imaginary student, His/her culture and language, Ethnicity, Age of the student, How many months the student may have attended U.S. public schools, And what type of special language program may have been provided during that short time.Context of exit Context of reception Challenges in acculturation and adjustment What societal forces might encourage this student to abandon the native culture? Will the student experience cultural bereavement? Please explain. How would selective acculturation assist this student? Recommendations for Teachers Conclusion
