Immersion: L1 Development

by Jakob Weber

Pre-Viewing Question

1. Do you suppose that learning two languages at an early stage can have negative consequences for the development of one’s first language? Also consider a scenario in which school lessons are almost entirely taught in a language pupils do not speak at home (see also our video-podcast on immersion).

 

 

Post-Viewing Questions

1. What can immersion schools do to promote both, L2 and L1 reading and writing?

2. How do immersion schools near year home go about promoting L2 and L1 reading and writing?