FTCE Professional Education Practice Exam

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What is the primary goal of the maintenance bilingual education model?

Transition to a new language
Enhance the native language
Maintain the native language of the second-language learned
Eliminate non-native language use

The correct answer is: Maintain the native language of the second-language learned

The primary goal of the maintenance bilingual education model is to maintain the native language of the student while they learn a second language. This approach acknowledges the value of a student's first language and emphasizes the importance of preserving it even as students acquire proficiency in another language. In this model, instruction is delivered in both the native language and the second language, which supports students in developing literacy and content knowledge in both languages over time. The idea is to create a bilingual and biliterate student, enabling them to thrive in an increasingly multicultural and multilingual society. This model fosters a positive self-identity and keeps open the door for the cultural and linguistic heritage of the students. By focusing on maintaining the native language, the maintenance bilingual education model helps students become fully functional in both their first and second languages, breaking down language barriers and promoting educational equity.