Limited English Proficiency Students in Wisconsin: Cultural Background and Educational Needs. Part II: Indochinese Students (Hmong and Vietnamese).
Author(s):
Knop, Constance K.; Wisconsin State Dept. Of Public Instruction, Madison.
Format:
Journal article
Publisher:
1982.
Language:
English
Abstract:
The information presented in this manual is directed to teachers, administrators, and the general public who encounter students of limited English proficiency. It is divided into three sections: (1) "Historical Landmarks of Bilingual Education in Wisconsin and the United States," by Frank M. Grittner; (2) "Discussion Outline on Various Types of Programs for Meeting the Needs of Limited English Proficiency Students in Wisconsin," by Frank M. Grittner; and (3) "Indochinese Students in Wisconsin: Hmong and Vietnamese," by Teng Vang, Vue Yang, Xuan Tran, and Constance Knop. This section discusses the cultural background and educational needs of Hmong and Vietnamese students, provides a list of available tapes and suggested readings dealing with Indochinese students, and summarizes the contents of videotapes as well as discussion questions on the tapes. (AMH)