Collection of Engaged Learning
Publication Date
Fall 2013
Abstract
This dissertation will explain the process and steps taken to prove the statement that using second language learning can improve self-esteem among K-12 homeless school children of Dallas, Texas. I began by researching the hardships that homeless students experience and then used that information to formulate a program in which I would teach basic French language and culture to a group of K-12 homeless students. Through the use of a valid and reliable self-esteem measurement survey, I was able to track changes in participant’s self-esteem to validate my hypothesis.
Document Type
Article
Keywords
French, homeless, education, second language learning, self-esteem
Disciplines
Education | French Linguistics
Part of
Extent
20 pages
Format
Rights
The files in this collection are protected by copyright law. No commercial reproduction or distribution of these files is permitted without the written permission of Southern Methodist University, Office of the Provost. These files may be freely used for educational purposes, provided they are not altered in any way, and Southern Methodist University is cited. For more information, contact ncds@smu.edu.
Language
English
Recommended Citation
Walker, William Miller, "Using Second Language Learning to Improve Self-Esteem among K-12 Homeless School Children of Dallas, Texas" (2013). Collection of Engaged Learning. 28.
https://scholar.smu.edu/upjournal_research/28
