“Just sound it out” is a strategy that’s been long employed in the United States when coaching children in elementary education through reading sessions. However, this process does not translate to Spanish. Stanford University produced a new study that suggests that learning to read words in English isn’t the same as how Spanish-speakers learn to read words in Spanish, particularly in Mexico.
A strong command of the English language and the ability to easily converse with non-Latinos leads to improved self-esteem and a boost in the academic performance of young Latinos. The garnered social skills grants access to information and resources that enables self-promotion, which can lead to upward social and economic mobility, says recent study.
