Foreign Language Learning in Multicultural Preschool Classrooms: Challenges and Opportunities
Foreign Language Learning in Multicultural Preschool Classrooms: Challenges and Opportunities
Author(s): Stella PaliouraSubject(s): Social Sciences, Language and Literature Studies, Education, Foreign languages learning, Pedagogy
Published by: Институт за знание, наука и иновации ЕООД
Keywords: multicultural preschool environment; foreign language learning; intercultural education; linguistic diversity; early childhood development
Summary/Abstract: Foreign language learning in multicultural preschool classrooms is shaped by linguistic diversity, cultural identity, and the pedagogical approaches used by educators. This report examines the challenges and opportunities that arise when children from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds learn a foreign language within a multicultural educational environment. Drawing exclusively on the findings of my research, the study highlights the impact of linguistic barriers, stereotypes, cultural norms, and communication differences on early language acquisition (Chiriac & Panciuc, n.d.; Legacy Team, 2020). At the same time, multicultural preschool education settings offer significant opportunities for cognitive development, empathy, and global awareness (Nord, 1998). The report concludes with recommendations for culturally responsive teaching and collaborative school–family partnerships
Journal: Сборник доклади от научна конференция „Знание, наука, иновации, технологии”
- Issue Year: 1/2026
- Issue No: 1
- Page Range: 131-141
- Page Count: 11
- Language: English
