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Author: Kim, Young × End date: 2009 × Start date: 2000 × Type: Masters Research thesis × Subject: English language × Subject: Foreign speakers × Subject: Study and teaching ×

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    A case study of the implementation process of an immersion program
    Kim, Young ( 2006)
    This project aims to investigate the factors and strategies for implementing an immersion program through a case study conducted at a private school in Melbourne (School "M"); to suggest practical steps for the implementation process of an immersion program and some effective implementation strategies. Furthermore, findings from the case study may contribute to the implementation process of an immersion program in the Korean context. Rigor in this research derives from the triangulation of data, the interpretation of perceptions, and rich description. Firstly, two questionnaires were employed to collect data about the attitudes of both parents and teachers towards the immersion program. Secondly� observations of the meetings of "the Bilingual Committee" in the school were used to collect data about steps and strategies of the implementation process. Thirdly, interviews of participants of "the Bilingual Committee" were analysed to ascertain the topics discussed and the decisions taken. Findings from data analysis were presented as four steps in the implementation process and three strategies for the implementation. Recommendations for School "M" and the Korean context were suggested in order to improve the implementation process of an immersion program.