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The Promise And Potential Of Two-Way Immersion In Catholic Schools, Luis R. Fraga
The Promise And Potential Of Two-Way Immersion In Catholic Schools, Luis R. Fraga
Journal of Catholic Education
Two-Way Immersion (TWI) is a method of instruction designed to facilitate the learning of a second language by non-native speakers. Unlike traditional methods of teaching a second language, TWI is grounded in the equal presence, respect, and value of the two languages and their related cultures. Moreover, the goal of TWI is the building of communities of intercultural competence and appreciation. In this essay, I argue that TWI is especially appropriate for many Catholic schools given the current and growing presence of Latino Catholics. However, the establishment and maintenance of an effective TWI school is not a panacea for efforts …