Contents Acknowledgements Introduction Terminology A first reflection exercise
1 Setting the Context and Identifying Issues QTS standards for England QTS standards for Wales Historical background Summary of key legislation and reports The legislative context The school context School populations SEN/EAL confusion Is EAL a racial issue? Inclusion and children’s rights The Children Act and Every Child Matters UNCRC in Wales: Children and Young People: Rights to Action Moving on: suggestions for further enquiry
2 Language and Identity QTS standard for England QTS standard for Wales Relationship between language and identity Racism and bullying Raising the attainment of minority ethnic pupils Monolingual or multilingual? Importance of home language and culture – ‘more than just words’ Importance of home/school links Contacts and links with parents Moving on: suggestions for further enquiry
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