The Upward Trajectory of Multicultural /Multilingual Instruction

Multicultural and multilingual teaching, or teaching that recognizes and values the diversity of cultures and languages within a classroom or school, has many advantages in American public schools, in contrast to European ones. Some of these advantages include:

Greater cultural awareness and understanding: One of the main advantages of multicultural and multilingual teaching is that it helps to promote greater cultural awareness and understanding among students. In a multicultural and multilingual classroom, students are exposed to a variety of different cultures and languages, and are encouraged to learn about and appreciate the unique perspectives and experiences of their classmates. This can help to foster a more inclusive and respectful learning environment, and can encourage students to develop empathy and understanding for people from different backgrounds.

Improved academic performance: Another advantage of multicultural and multilingual teaching is that it can improve academic performance among students. Research has shown that students who are exposed to multiple languages and cultures tend to have higher levels of cognitive development and academic achievement, as compared to students who are only exposed to a single language and culture. This is because learning multiple languages and cultures can…