1 CrossRef citations 0 Altmetric Review article ‘Safe spaces’?: Sites of bilingualism for young learners in home, school and community

Jean Conteh ^[1] ; Avril Brock ^[2]
1. [1] University of Leeds
  
  University of Leeds
  
  Reino Unido
2. [2] Leeds Metropolitan University
Localización: International journal of bilingual education and bilingualism, ISSN 1367-0050, Vol. 14, Nº. 3, 2011, págs. 347-360
Idioma: inglés
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Resumen
- Drawing together the work of two researchers engaged in ongoing, longitudinal research with practitioners in early years and bilingual complementary settings, this article argues that bilingual learners in the early years need and are entitled to particular kinds of ‘safe spaces’ to succeed in their education. Historical and policy contexts, and the theories that underpin this stance are discussed, along with their implications for learning. The central argument is supported, and links are made across the contexts considered, by revealing vignettes from the research of the ways in which educators mediate languages and learning with young bilingual learners in home, community and educational settings. International comparisons are drawn. Implications for the professional roles and knowledge of educators, and for initial teacher education are made, with practical examples which synthesise the issues and illuminate the theoretical frameworks discussed.