She is my language broker: How does cultural capital benefit Asian immigrant children in the United States

ShamAh Md-Yunus

She is my language broker: How does cultural capital benefit Asian immigrant children in the United States

Eastern Illinois University

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Abstract

Cultural capital benefits Asian immigrant children when they become language brokers. This skill can also benefit their parents and families in the United States. Language brokering may shape and possibly enhance students’ academic performance and can further children’s linguistic and academic achievement.

Original language	American English
Journal	ERIC, ED529567
State	Published - 2012

Keywords

language broker
cultural capital
Asian immigrant children and families

Disciplines

Education

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She is my language broker: How does cultural capital benefit Asian immigrant children in the United States

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