Research on Benefits of Bilingualism

There have been many studies and reports on the benefits of being bilingual for individuals and society. Below are links to some resources on the importance-

http://www.nytimes.com/2012/03/18/opinion/sunday/the-benefits-of-bilingualism.html?_r=0

http://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/hslc/tta-system/cultural-linguistic/center/home-language.html


Collier, V., & Thomas, W. (2004). The astounding effectiveness of dual language education for all. NABE Journal of Research and Practice, 2:1, 3-20.


Beeman, K., & Urow, C. (2013). Teaching for biliteracy: strengthening bridges between languages. Philadelphia: Caslon Publishing.