Building vocabulary bridges : exploring pre-service primary school teachers’ dispositions on L2 vocabulary instruction for emergent bilinguals through interactive book reading Universiteit Gent
A strong vocabulary is crucial for language acquisition and can profoundly influence academic and societal success. Interactive book reading (IBR) offers an effective approach for vocabulary instruction as it provides a dynamic and engaging word-learning context. However, as children progress from preschool to primary grades, the emphasis on IBR declines, despite the persistent need for comprehensive literacy education, particularly for emergent ...