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[irishgrl]

Originally Posted by carrie721

that's my point though ... these kids need to be taught standard english using ESL techniques so they're working with the same tools as the kids living in more economically prosperous areas. for the kids, use of ebonics isn't a choice, it's their native tongue.



it certainly is wise to learn the language of the country you're living in, you'll get no argument from me there.

agreed, Carrie, in my work, we do just that. we have a very active/vital Hmong community that contributes quite a lot to the community at large but you can bet that we place all eligible candidates into the ESL classes to HELP them succeed. and they DO. They WANT to assimilate.

I certainly wouldnt go to Thailand and expect everyone to speak english to accomodate me.....