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The Impact of Bilingual Education on Minority Students’ Language Skills and Cultural Identity

作者:Yang Xiao

院校:Faculty of Arts, Xinyang college, China

摘要:This study investigates the impact of bilingual education on the language skills and cultural identity of minority students. Through a mixed-methods approach, combining quantitative proficiency tests and qualitative interviews, the research provides a comprehensive analysis of the effects of bilingual education. The results indicate that bilingual education significantly enhances students’ proficiency in both their native and second languages, while also fostering a strong sense of cultural identity and pride. The qualitative data reveal that bilingualism serves as a bridge between cultures, allowing students to integrate elements from both cultures into their identities. Despite the observed benefits, challenges such as language attrition and societal pressures towards assimilation are discussed. The study concludes with recommendations for policy and educational practices to maximize the potential of bilingual education, emphasizing the importance of linguistic and cultural diversity in fostering inclusive educational environments. Future research directions are suggested to explore long-term outcomes and the role of technology in bilingual education.

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Bilingual Education; Language Skills; Cultural Identity; Minority Students; Language Proficiency; Cultural Integration; Educational Policy; Pedagogical Practices; Cognitive Development; Linguistic Diversity

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