🧵 [1/8] A deep dive into the world of Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) in Europe: A systematic review by Goris et al. (2019) unravels the impact of CLIL over two decades. #CLIL #Education #LanguageLearning https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/pdf/10.1177/1474904119872426 - ThreadSky

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🧵 [1/8] A deep dive into the world of Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) in Europe: A systematic review by Goris et al. (2019) unravels the impact of CLIL over two decades. #CLIL #Education #LanguageLearning https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/pdf/10.1177/1474904119872426

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shaneleaning.com•450 days ago

[2/8] CLIL, where students learn a subject and a foreign language (mostly English) together, is on the rise across Europe. It's seen by many as a game-changer in language education, bridging subject matter and linguistic skills.

shaneleaning.com•450 days ago

[3/8] The review reveals mixed outcomes: While CLIL boosts language competencies like vocabulary and grammar, results vary. Notably, it enhances fluency, creativity, and confidence in speaking. But does context play a role? 🤔

shaneleaning.com•450 days ago

[4/8] Primary vs Secondary: In primary schools, CLIL's presence is budding, with limited studies indicating positive effects on vocabulary and reading fluency. In secondary education, it's more established with notable benefits in language skills.

shaneleaning.com•450 days ago

[5/8] The findings aren't one-size-fits-all. For instance, in the Netherlands, CLIL students showed significant gains in grammar and idioms, while in Germany, these gains weren't seen. In Italy, CLIL had a surprisingly positive impact across all scales.

shaneleaning.com•450 days ago

[6/8] One interesting aspect is the role of student motivation and background. In Germany, studies show that CLIL students, often from higher socio-economic backgrounds, exhibited significant improvements in English listening comprehension.

shaneleaning.com•450 days ago

[7/8] This review suggests that while CLIL has potential, its success is influenced by various factors like educational context, teaching methods, and student characteristics. It's not just about language learning; it's about how we integrate it into the curriculum.

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