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Why children learn English more easily with the help of their home language - Namibian study

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Why children learn English more easily with the help of their home language - Namibian study
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A study conducted in Namibia suggests that incorporating home languages into English-medium classrooms significantly improves reading comprehension and student confidence. Researchers found that using native languages as a bridge helps children grasp complex concepts more effectively than English-only instruction.

Suzy Hazelwood via Pexels , CC BY Why children learn English more easily with the help of their home language – Namibian study Published: July 21, 2026 10:30am EDT https://theconversation.com/why-children-learn-english-more-easily-with-the-help-of-their-home-language-namibian-study-287076 https://theconversation.com/why-children-learn-english-more-easily-with-the-help-of-their-home-language-namibian-study-287076 Link copied Share article Share article

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