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Peer reviewedVallen, Ton; Stijnen, Sjef – Language and Education: An International Journal, 1991
The multiethnic nature of Dutch society is discussed, particularly the extent of educational underperformance among ethnic minority children. The possible role of language in this underperformance is examined in terms of bilingual education, home language instruction in primary schools, and government policy. (Author/LB)
Descriptors: Bilingual Education, Children, Early Childhood Education, Educational Needs
Peer reviewedKroon, Sjaak; Vallen, Ton – Current Issues in Language and Society, 1994
Discusses the immigrant situation in The Netherlands, Dutch education policy with respect to ethnic minorities, intercultural and language education, and the implementation of the 1992 "Cedars in de tuin" policy report. It is concluded that government policy in regard to multicultural Dutch society is somewhere between assimilation and…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Acculturation, Bilingual Education, Cultural Differences
