Multilingual Education
                       Multilingual Education
Introduction
 
• An approach to teaching and learning known as 
multilingual education makes use of several 
languages as communication and instruction 
tools in a classroom setting. 
• It is intended to support multilingualism, 
encourage the preservation of various languages 
and cultures, and enhance the educational 
experiences of multilingual students. 
S 2ource: newagebd.net
on:
d Multilingu
al Instructi
Bilingual an
• In a multilingual education system, 
instruction can occur in more than one 
language. 
• It can be classified into various categories, 
such as bilingual education (two 
languages), multilingual education (more 
than two languages), or even 
translanguaging, where students use their 
full language repertoire for learning.
Sour 3ce: newagebd.net
guage Profic
iency:
Promoting L
an
More than one language may be used for 
instruction in a multilingual educational 
system. Bilingual education (teaching in 
two languages), multilingual education 
(teaching in more than two languages), and 
even translanguaging (teaching in which 
students use their entire language 
repertoire) are some of the categories into 
which it can be divided.
4
Source: newagebd.net
ity:
al and Lingu
istic Divers
Cultur
It honors and acknowledges linguistic and 
cultural diversity. It assists in the 
preservation of languages and cultures that 
may be in danger of disappearing as a 
result of linguistic assimilation or 
dominant languages.
Source: 5 newagebd.net
nd Academic
 Benefits
Cognitive a
• According to research, learning multiple 
languages can enhance cognitive abilities 
like creativity, problem-solving 
techniques, and linguistic structure 
comprehension. 
• Additionally, it can improve performance 
in the native language as well as other 
languages academically.
Sou 6rce: avidii.com
Inclusivity:
Providing accommodations for students 
from diverse linguistic backgrounds 
through multilingual education can foster 
inclusivity. It guarantees equal access to 
high-quality education for all students.
Sou 7rce: avidii.com
Challenges:
• Programs for multilingual education can 
be difficult to implement. It needs 
qualified educators, suitable teaching 
resources, and a framework of supportive 
policies. 
• It can be challenging to strike a balance 
between the use of several languages and 
making sure that pupils become fluent in 
each.
Source: s 8hutterstock.com
olitical Conte
xt
Socio-P
• A region's or nation's sociopolitical 
environment may have an impact on the 
acceptance and effectiveness of 
multilingual education. 
• Multilingual education practices are 
influenced by a number of factors, 
including linguistic minorities, 
government policies, and language 
ideologies.
Source: 9ichef.bbci.co.uk
Globalization
: 
A multilingual education can equip 
students for cross-cultural communication 
and global employment prospects in an 
increasingly interconnected world. 
International businesses, schools, and 
diplomacy can all benefit from it.
Source: 10 unsdg.un.org
Multilingual education can be used in primary, secondary, and postsecondary educational 
settings and is not restricted to any particular educational level. Depending on the unique 
linguistic and cultural context of the educational institution or area, its usefulness and 
applicability may change. The ultimate objective is to give pupils a well-rounded education 
that honors and makes use of their linguistic and cultural heritage.
Conclusion
11
Source: unsdg.un.org