TEACHING STRATEGIES FOR THE DUAL LANGUAGE PROGRAM

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Narakorn Janlawong
Wanna Laokhetkit
Wirasak Phappha

Abstract

This paper aims to provide conceptual details and framework for using the dual language program to enhance the language skills of students through the discussions of teaching methodology concerned. The presented details also demonstrates how concepts and techniques should be employed in the instruction in accordance with the recommended strategies. Moreover, the importance of multilingualism is shown in the section provided. The discussions are illustrated through the review of literature, previous studies on the related topics, and research findings which could be linked to the importance, benefits, and guidelines of using techniques to improve the language competencies of students effectively. All the sections are expected to help teachers or whoever concerned create effective and supportive language instruction using the dual language program.

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Janlawong, N., Laokhetkit, W., & Phappha, W. (2018). TEACHING STRATEGIES FOR THE DUAL LANGUAGE PROGRAM. Udon Thani Rajabhat University Journal of Humanities and Social Science, 7(2), 1–16. retrieved from https://so06.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/hsudru/article/view/179872
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