BLE/ESL: Implications of bilingual education in the school setting (original) (raw)

This paper examines the implications of bilingual education within the Hawai'i school district, focusing on political, legislative, social, and educational dimensions. It highlights the evolution of bilingual policies through the establishment of Hawaiian language programs and the effects of state legislation on language revitalization. The analysis points to significant changes in bilingualism perceptions, culminating in the potential for Hawai'i to become a truly bilingual state, while also noting challenges such as insufficient teacher training and funding that could hinder the success of dual immersion programs.