Course 07: Activity 1: Share Your Reflection
According to the World Bank, 37% of children in the world are forced to read and write in a language which they neither speak nor understand. What kind of challenges these children must be facing? Share your reflection.
Multilingual Education in Primary Grades
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DeleteThey are facing problem in learning,reading and understanding the concepts done in class. They feel uncomfortable to ask questions again and again. Somehow they are lacking somewhere in making interactions with their classmates or friends.
DeleteCOMMUNICATION GAP THROUGHOUT LIFE... NOT LEARNING ANY LANGUAGE PROPERLY
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DeleteMother tongue is an important medium to learn other languages.
Delete1. School Language understanding.
Delete2. Inhibition to give the right answer in the Children's Language.
3. Misinterprettting the meaning
4. Lack of confidence and happy learning
Children who are forced to read and write in a language they don't understand face significant challenges. They struggle with basic comprehension, which hinders their ability to grasp fundamental concepts and retain information. This language barrier can lead to lower academic performance, reduced engagement in learning, and increased dropout rates. Additionally, it can affect their confidence and motivation, creating a cycle of educational disadvantage. Addressing these challenges requires targeted support and resources to bridge the language gap and ensure that all children have equitable access to quality education.
DeleteThese children must be facing difficulty in Comprehension. They are learning without understanding which serves no purpose of learning. They can not express their ideas, thoughts or opinions themselves freely. This leads to less participation, low academic performance and lack of confidence in them.
DeleteThese children are facing the problem in understanding. They don't understand the unfamiliar languages. Moreover, they have to write their examination in unfamiliar languages.
ReplyDeletecommunication gap between teacher and the students generally escape to ask the questions in the class that must be taken care
DeleteThis can lead to difficulties in understanding,completing assignment and fully participating in classroom activities.The child may also experience feeling of isolation and frustration due to the language barrier.
ReplyDeleteThey should get environment for these types of language it will be easy to learn for them
ReplyDeleteChildren enter school with various social and family backgrounds. Hence, child's mother tongue, state language, neighbourhood language and school language may all be different. Hence, it is important for school teachers to use multilingual teaching methods.
ReplyDeleteChildren feel uncomfortable in language other than his/her mother tongue. Second language should be introduced gradually and not at once.
ReplyDeleteIn such condition mny children lag behind in learning the concept. They find it very difficult to cope up with the syllabus. There can be inferiority complex among children because they are not able to read, write or understand because of language barrier.
ReplyDeleteChildren who are forced to read and write in the language which is irrelevant faced many challenges such as to convey the same in their native Mother tongue, could not relate to the content and context, difficulty in conveying or sharing their knowledge of the language and getting mixed up with the language of reading and spoken language.Language barrier will force them to lag behind and cannot relate to what is being taught in the classes.Their fluency over the mother tongue will become deterrent to what they intend to say or speak.
ReplyDeleteChildren who are forced to read and write in the language which is irrelevant faced many challenges such as to convey the same in their native Mother tongue, could not relate to the content and context, difficulty in conveying or sharing their knowledge of the language and getting mixed up with the language of reading and spoken language.Language barrier will force them to lag behind and cannot relate to what is being taught in the classes.Their fluency over the mother tongue will become deterrent to what they intend to say or speak
ReplyDeletesuch children will never take interest in learning
ReplyDeleteThis type of children may experience feeling of isolation and frustration due to the language barrier. They should be given ampul opportunities of speaking to build confidence.
ReplyDeleteYes it is so challenging for the children to read and write in the language which is not familiar to them. They feel burden and they will loose their interest in learning. Hence it is important for a school teacher to use multi lingual teaching method.
ReplyDeleteYes it's very important to make students learn teach and understand in language they are comfortable in. else they will lose interest.
ReplyDeleteChildren should be taught in their mother tongue which is familiar to them.Its unlawful force them studying through unknown language like English.They can't express their feelings of basic needs like hunger, thirst or even to urinate when they have to use only unfamiliar language like English.
ReplyDeleteDifficulty in understanding and expressing themselves in the language of instruction,leading to challenges in grasping academic content.
ReplyDeleteIncrease d cognitive load due to the need of constantly translating between their native language and the language of instruction,affecting overall learning efficiency.
Limited communication with teachers and peers , hindering their ability to participate actively in class discussion and collaborative activities .
Very challenging. They will not understand and express well
ReplyDeleteThey will face great difficulty take more time to understand .Maybe not be very confident.
ReplyDeleteThey couldn't understand the basic concept of different sibject. For example Hindi, English, Maths, EVS. They can't express what they want to know or ask.
ReplyDeleteThey must be send to a bridge school to get the read and speak.
ReplyDeleteThey will face difficulty in understanding it and expressing themselves freely.
ReplyDeleteThey will face difficulties in shifting towards a different language which will in turn lack them the confidence of communication
ReplyDeleteThe children find it difficult to understand what is thought in class and do not finish home work given and just do rote learning without grasping the concept.
ReplyDeleteThe children find it difficult to understand what is thought in class and do not finish home work given to them because of language barriers and just do rote learning without grasping the concept
ReplyDeleteLimited communication with teachers and peers , hindering their ability to participate actively in class discussion and collaborative activities .They will face difficulties in shifting towards a different language which will in turn lack them the confidence of communication
ReplyDeleteLanguage should be learnt and then used for conversation.
ReplyDeleteCultural differences
ReplyDeleteChildren facing the challenge of learning in a language they don't speak or understand may encounter barriers to comprehension, hindering their overall educational development. This language gap can lead to difficulty grasping lessons, reduced engagement, and potential long-term impacts on academic achievement. Additionally, it may contribute to a sense of exclusion and hinder social integration, limiting their ability to fully participate in the learning environment. Efforts to address language disparities in education are crucial for fostering equitable opportunities and ensuring every child can thrive in their educational journey.
ReplyDeleteChildren who can't cope up with that particular language tend to feel inferior to others who can....other than that it's an irrelevant pressure on a child ..it hinders social interaction
ReplyDeleteLanguage should be the medium to learn but it should not be an obstacle. Teaching learning process should be in their mother tongue to be effective.
ReplyDelete1. Understanding and comprehending the content.
ReplyDelete2. Struggle to fit in assessment.
3.Peer pressure
Mother tongue works all otherwise forcing them to read and write the language that they neither speak nor understand. It's nuisance!
ReplyDeleteThe problem can be: no interest; no understanding; not familiarise with the language.
ReplyDeleteThey should be taught in the language they understand
ReplyDeleteChildren when forced to learn a language which they are not familiar with faces a ot of trouble. Even sometimes it lead to the disinterest in the class and subjects. A teacher need to be sensitive enough to deal with such children with multilingual approach in teaching
ReplyDeleteThey feel uncomfortable. They will lose their confidence. This will affect other subjects also
ReplyDeleteIn beginning they face the problem of understanding, reading and learning. This also effect there interest of learning. In Punjab they mix Hindi and Punjabi alphabets and word a lot
ReplyDeleteThese children find it difficult to comprehend and put their thoughts into words in the new language while writing due to which they start loosing interest in studies.
ReplyDeleteMULTILINGUALISIM MUST BE PROMOTED IN THE SCHOOLS.
ReplyDeleteCOMMUNICATION GAP THROUGHOUT LIFE... NOT LEARNING ANY LANGUAGE PROPERLY
ReplyDeleteMultilingual Education WILL BE WORKING AS A SCAFFOLD
ReplyDeleteAccording to the World Bank, 37% of children in the world are forced to read and write in a language which they neither speak nor understand. What kind of challenges these children must be facing?
ReplyDeleteANS) IT IS REALLY SAD TO WITNESS THIS SITUATION IN 21ST CENTURY.
Being unable to understand or communicate in the language of instruction can lead to feelings of isolation, inferiority, and anxiety, affecting children’s self-esteem and social interactions.
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ReplyDeleteWhile the children may learn to relate with their peers in another language, they do experience some delay in reaching high standards of performance in written work for exams etc. In addition, children are usually socialized thru the use of their mother tongue, which can be different when immersed into a different culture with a different language. I have published an article with my former Methodologist from my doctoral committee that describes some of the communication challenges that such students experience in the classroom when teachers do not cater to their cultural difference (e.g., language).
ReplyDeleteIt's possible through their mother tongue.
ReplyDelete1. Such children will require more time for learning.
ReplyDelete2. They may develop a dislike towards learning if they are not comfortable with the language
3. They might feel inferior to others
4. They may hesitate to interact if not strongly motivated
Learning gaps are created as children are unable to comprehend what they are reading and this causes a void in relating newly learnt concepts with their previous experiences.
ReplyDeleteWhen youngsters struggle to understand what they read, it leaves a gap in their ability to connect newly learned concepts to prior knowledge, leading to learning gaps.
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ReplyDeleteThis Language of Instruction, “Loud and Clear: Effective Language of Instruction Policies for Learning”, to outline its position and recommendations.
ReplyDeleteChildren enter school with various social and family backgrounds. Second language is must
ReplyDeleteChildren should be taught in their mother tongue which is familiar to them.Its unlawful force them studying through unknown language like English.They can't express their feelings of basic needs like hunger, thirst or even to urinate when they have to use only unfamiliar language like English.
ReplyDeleteAs in the construction of a building, the strong foundation is the most important factor, the same goes for the foundational years of learning. If the learners do not understand anything, they tend to lag behind and later it becomes difficult to bridge the learning gaps.
ReplyDeleteChildren feel uncomfortable in language other than his/her mother tongue. Second language should be introduced gradually and not at once.
ReplyDeleteA strong foundation in the home language facilitates the learning of a second language
ReplyDeleteYes, I agree. This is correct
Deletewith help of mother tounge students can learn other languages as well
ReplyDeleteReally, it's a matter of concern that 37% of the children are forced to learn a language that is indifferent to them. How can meaningful learning happen?. Children face a lot of challenges. They cannot express their thoughts and feelings instantaneously. They have to search for the equivalent words for their feelings in a new language, which becomes a barrier for learning a language. After mastering their mother tongue, one can gain mastery in other language. Language learning should not be a burden for a child, rather it should be a pleasurable activity.
ReplyDeleteChildren face many challenges in learning in a language they don't speak or understand. It hampers their comprehension, leads to rote learning and hindering their overall development. This may lead to reduced involvement in class activities that may impact academic achievements in the long term. Teaching in a language they understand, empowers them , ensuring their holistic development in their educational journey.
ReplyDeleteLanguages play a vital role for the development of human beings since the existence of mankind. Multilingual approach is mandatory for being competent in the global era.
ReplyDeleteA child learns different languages phonetically and not grammatically. There is no need for it either. There is no point in bombarding children with grammar before they start speaking and reading.
ReplyDeleteThey feel difficult to understand the concepts. To overcome the challenge they have to learn the language first.
ReplyDeleteThey should get environment for these types of language it will be easy to learn for them
ReplyDeleteWhen they are moving from different states in india it becomes difficult for them to learn one more language in higher grades. When a child is already struggling in studies, its extra burden on them to learn one more language to continue their studies, because all govt schools have regional language as 1st language.
ReplyDeleteChildren face problems when they do not understand the language.They need time to understand the language.
ReplyDeleteMother tongue is mother tongue. It is spoken and understood effortlessly. Second language should be introduced gradually not at once.
ReplyDeleteCommunication gap is generated by use of language other than own mother tongue.
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ReplyDeleteYes use of own language is must.
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ReplyDeleteown language makes the learning process comfartable.
ReplyDeleteThese children would be facing issues related to conceptual understanding, expressing themselves in that language and struggling with knowing the language only rather than understanding the concepts ,content and subject. This way children may lose their interest in subject or end up doing rote learning without any understanding .
ReplyDeleteLearning in own always relaxing.
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DeleteOwn language, like sitting in lap of own mother
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ReplyDeleteYes own language has comfert of expression
DeleteChildren can understand more in their mother tongue
ReplyDeleteBeing unable to read and write in another language they face the problem of sharing their feelings and thoughts to their classmates or friends creating a problem of inferiority or loneliness
ReplyDeleteThey are facing problem in learning,reading and understanding the concepts done in class.This way children may lose their interest in subject or end up doing rote learning without any understanding .
ReplyDeleteFirst of children will not feel free to interact, answer and take part in classroom activities which is the first necessity in primary grades.
ReplyDeleteThey may feel themselves isolated , inferior to those who are well versed in school language. Here comes the responsibility of the teacher to make them frank enough and involve with other children. Teacher also hve the challenges and opportunity to learn new language from such children.
Children forced to read and write in an unfamiliar language face difficulties in comprehension, lower academic performance, and reduced self-esteem, often leading to higher dropout rates.
ReplyDeleteMother tongue is needed to learn other languages
ReplyDeleteThese children struggle to comprehend words they have never heard, spoken or written before
ReplyDeleteChildren should not be forced to learn .Mother tongue should be used to help them retain and understand
ReplyDeleteChildren can learn so much in the right kind of environment.The environment should be stress free, well organised with a freedom for the learner to choose.A child obviously learns better in her/his mother tongue.
ReplyDeleteChildren should be taught in mother tongue at pre primary level for better understanding
ReplyDeleteThey are facing problem in learning,reading and understanding the concepts done in class. They feel uncomfortable to ask questions again and again.
ReplyDeleteLiteracy and numeracy is not achieved in many students hence writing meaningless words. no number concept and misconceptions prevailing.
ReplyDeletechallenges like dropouts, low facilities in schools, poor pedagogy , no interest in learning, child labor, low-quality education in some schools, and outdated teaching styles of teachers may be the cause of low literacy and numeracy.
ReplyDeleteThey will have difficulty in understanding what is taught and will be lost. They might even find the class less interesting
ReplyDeleteThey will face difficulty in understanding what is being taught
ReplyDeleteThese children face major challenges, like struggling to understand lessons, feeling disconnected from school, and falling behind academically. Learning in a language they don’t speak or understand can make it hard for them to grasp basic concepts, leading to frustration and lower confidence.
ReplyDeleteReading, learning and understanding the basic concepts is difficult for them which is affecting their all round growth and development .
ReplyDelete1. Their social interaction will hamper.
ReplyDelete2. They won't be able to comprehend curriculum
3. They may have less confidence .
Increased levels of stress and anxiety
ReplyDeleteMay develop low confidence
Low achievement
Learning difficulties
Children forced to read and write in an unfamiliar language face significant challenges, including comprehension difficulties, reduced engagement, and lower academic performance. This language barrier can hinder their ability to express themselves, grasp concepts, and build confidence. It may also lead to frustration, isolation, and a disconnect from their cultural identity.
ReplyDeleteEven as adults, we tend to think or process our thoughts in our mother tongue. This clearly shows the importance of mother tongue. Children learning concepts through their mother tongue will have no difficulties in understanding the concepts and also they will be able to ask their queries without any hindrance.
ReplyDeleteThey are facing problems in Listening , Speaking ,Reading and Writing
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ReplyDeleteIn understanding
ReplyDeleteLearners find them challenging in the foundation level but gradually pick up...If at all, learners remain weak at language....wanting guidance
ReplyDeleteThis language barrier is hindering children's learning and social integration. definitely, these children are going through a cultural trauma during their crucial age of learning.
ReplyDeleteIn such condition many children lag behind in learning the concept. They just cram and do not get confidence to use their knowledge in real life
ReplyDeleteIt is really a very difficult situation where a child goes with school where an alien language is being used for teaching. It becomes impossible for a child what is being taught and he is so loses interest in studies.
ReplyDeleteSuch children will never take interest in learning.
ReplyDeleteChild will be unable to understand and can't express himself.This will lead to poor understanding,lack of interest and confident in studies. This will lead to poor foundation base
ReplyDeleteIt can limit young children's learning abilities and potential, making them discouraged and limit chances in academic pursuits.
ReplyDeleteStudent's emotional, cognitive, and social development will be hindered.
It is difficult for them to keep up with the academic demands of the curriculum.
Emotional and Social Needs: students may experience emotional and social challenges as they navigate a different language.
Teachers may need to provide additional support to help these students feel welcome and comfortable in the classroom.
They might not be able to develop confidence or self esteem to.an expectable mark.
Language is window through which the child see the world
ReplyDeleteChildren who are forced to learn through language they are not familiar with face a huge problem in understanding what is being taught in school They learn concepts only by rote learning without understanding.. if the wordings of the question is slightly altered they are confused. Rote learning results in short term memory ..True learning is possible only with understanding what one is learning. This is not possible for such students
ReplyDeleteFirst of children will not feel free to interact, answer and take part in classroom activities which is the first necessity in primary grades.
ReplyDeleteThey may feel themselves isolated , inferior to those who are well versed in school language. Here comes the responsibility of the teacher to make them frank enough and involve with other children. Teacher also hve the challenges and opportunity to learn new language from such children.
ReplyDeleteChildren find it challenging at the foundation level but gradually pick up.
Language is always a barrier in childhood learning. So it must be multilingual and upto the level of children
ReplyDeleteChildren find difficult in transition of their language
ReplyDeleteWe should try to translate other language by using their mother tongue is feel the students better to learn
ReplyDeleteLanguage should be learnt and then used for conversation
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ReplyDeleteLanguage is more than a tool for communication; it’s a very specific human cognitive faculty and the foundation of our shared humanity. It enables the transmission of experiences, traditions, knowledge and identities across generations.
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Atlas of Languages reveals that there are around 7,000 spoken or signed languages in use around the world. It’s estimated that at least half of the global population is bilingual, navigating daily life in two or more languages or dialects.
But languages are under significant threat. UNESCO data indicates that around 600 languages have disappeared in the last century. If current trends continue, up to 90 per cent of the world’s languages may become extinct by the end of this century.
For more than seven decades, UNESCO has promoted mother language-based and multilingual education as fundamental to achieving quality, inclusive learning.
Students learn best in a language they understand. Yet UNESCO data shows that 40 per cent of the world’s population does not have access to an education in a language they speak or understand.
If all students had basic literacy skills, UNESCO estimates that 171 million people could escape extreme poverty. Language barriers mean that, despite years of schooling, many students end up essentially illiterate.
Students learning a second language often struggle to express themselves if they don’t have a full command of that language, notes John Schumann of UCLA’s Department of Applied Linguistics. This can lead to emotional stress and affect their ability to learn.
Parents may also not speak the language used in school. This hinders progress even further when they can't understand their children’s homework in order to help them complete it.
One solution to these language barriers is the concept of teachers leading earlier grades in the students’ first language.
“Children can get comfortable with reading and writing in a language that they know,” explains Wendy Erasmus in Kenya. “Then over year three and four they phase into English and Swahili.What we’ve seen is terribly exciting… an impressive increase in these children’s ability to read and write.”
This method is in line with UNESCO’s recommendation for early teaching in the mother tongue. Gains from this early education will be sustained as students transition into classes taught in a national language. Bilingual training for teachers is also a critical element for success.
Language plays a crucial role in childhood learning. If child is not having the thorough knowledge of the language then he/she will be reluctant to answer. It will hinder the overall development and many learning gaps can also be there.
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ReplyDeleteSuch type children will not understand the cncept and they will not take part in classroom activities.
ReplyDeleteChildren who receive instruction in their native language demonstrate greater proficiency in complex cognitive tasks compared to those who are taught exclusively in a second language. This underscores the importance of preserving and promoting mother tongues in educational settings.
ReplyDeletechild feel more comfortable in his mother tongue
ReplyDeletedifficulty in understanding the concept
ReplyDeleteChildren won't be able to understand whatever learning is going on in the class. They feel more comfortable in their mother language
ReplyDeleteChildren feel difficulty in understanding the various concepts.
ReplyDeleteMajor Challenges in Language Development:
ReplyDeleteCognitive and Neurological Barriers Cognitive and neurological issues can significantly impede language acquisition.
Social and Emotional Impacts Language difficulties can lead to social isolation and emotional distress, affecting a child’s confidence and ability to interact.
In the case where children donot understand a language in which they are being taught at a primary level especially leaves a major impact on the children. According to psychology, at this age the concepts should be completely understood as this is the foundation stage and when kids are not taught in the language they are comfortable in, despite being intelligent and brainy, the kid is not able to build a strong foundation and loses confidence too. It results in social isolation and emotional stress, a question to their identity and their family too. The child thus faces humiliation and is not able to cope up with the other kids only because of the language barrier.
ReplyDeleteChildren face issues in their cognitive development, lack of participation and social skills, push them to be drop out from school.
ReplyDeleteIf any child is forced to read and write a language in which he or she is not comfortable than it became very stressed for him and we are suppress his real talents
ReplyDeleteChild is very uncomfortable in class. Low on confidence, not able to understand anything leading to dropout.
ReplyDeleteFirstly mother tongue of child should be the mode of learning.
Second language should be introduced gradually.