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Moving on: the challenges for foreign language learning on transition from primary to secondary school

Hunt, M., Barnes, A., Powell, B. and Martin, C. M. (2008) Moving on: the challenges for foreign language learning on transition from primary to secondary school. Teaching and Teacher Education, 24 (4). pp. 915-926. ISSN 0742-051X

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To link to this item DOI: 10.1016/j.tate.2007.08.005

Abstract/Summary

Europe's commitment to language learning has resulted in higher percentages of pupils studying foreign languages during primary education. In England, recent policy decisions to expand foreign language learning at primary level by 2010 create major implications for transition to secondary. This paper presents findings on transition issues from case studies of a DfES-funded project evaluating 19 local authority Pathfinders piloting the introduction of foreign language learning at primary level. Research on transition in other countries sets these findings in context. Finally, it investigates the challenges England faces for transition in the light of this expansion and discusses future implications.

Item Type:Article
Refereed:Yes
Divisions:Arts, Humanities and Social Science > Institute of Education
ID Code:12570
Uncontrolled Keywords:Transition, Transfer, Progression, Foreign languages, Primary languages

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