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2025-04-21
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Translanguaging in Multilingual Classrooms: Empowering EFL Learners through Linguistic Flexibility
Nafosat Mirvafoeva
Affiliation: TESOL Educator, Tashkent, Uzbekistan
Odiljonova Gulandon
Affiliation: TESOL Educator, Tashkent, Uzbekistan
Abstract
In multilingual education, translanguaging has become a potent instructional strategy that gives students the freedom to utilize their whole language repertoire. This article examines how translanguaging techniques are used in EFL classes, especially in multilingual environments like Uzbekistan. The study explores the advantages of translanguaging for language development, identity construction, and classroom equity, drawing on current research and classroom practice. Additionally, it clarifies common misunderstandings regarding translanguaging and offers helpful advice for language instructors.
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García, O., & Wei, L. (2014). Translanguaging: Language, bilingualism and education. Palgrave Macmillan.
