Franco American Library / Bibliothèque franco-américaine

Beyond a U.S. - 'Anglo' Curriculum

Item

Title

Beyond a U.S. - 'Anglo' Curriculum

Creator

Bérubé, Bernard Arthur (Barney)

Description

Short essay describing the inability of current education models to serve the needs of Maine "native non-English bilinguals." Arguments in favor of acknowledging cultural difference through education policy and curriculum development. General suggestions based on linguistic scholarship on bilingualism and diglossia. Certain examples of French-English language realities in Maine. Featured in an issue of Maine Emphasis entitled, "Curriculum Design."

Date

1987-1988

Language

English

Type

News Article

Identifier

Coverage

1988; Maine

Publication Title

Maine Emphasis: The Magazine of the Division of Curriculum, Department of Educational and Cultural Services

Collection