Bilingual Education Models: Comparative Analysis of Efficacy and Outcomes

Abstract

This study conducts a comprehensive comparative analysis of three bilingual education models: Transitional Bilingual Education (TBE), Dual-Language Immersion (DLI), and Maintenance Bilingual Education (MBE). It examines their efficacy in enhancing language proficiency, cognitive development, and cultural competence. Through a combination of quantitative data and qualitative insights from interviews and case studies, the findings reveal that DLI and MBE models are particularly effective in promoting bilingualism, cognitive advantages, and cultural understanding. The study provides policy recommendations and strategies for funding and sustaining these programs, emphasizing the need for comprehensive support and community engagement.