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Originally Posted by scaeagles
Actually, as I see it, the whole point is to validate ebonics as a foreign language.
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No, that's part of the point. The rest of the point is that once it is, then they can be taught in an ESL environment where they can have access to the resources necessary to make sure their other studies aren't hindered by the fact that they don't speak the language yet.
Immersion works...to a point. But it's not "the answer". A comprehensive ESL program includes immersion and access to professional ESL teachers who can provide the extra support needed to keep the students comitted and successful. That's what people are trying to get for Ebonics students.