Infusing Language Learning Into Citizenship Education in Italy

Abstract

Massive immigration into Italy necessitates a focus on language learning as part of effective citizenship education. Lacking governmental second-language support, some local educators are taking it upon themselves to infuse native language learning into citizenship education.

Key words::

• citizenship education
• Italian school system
• second-language learning

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Andrea Rega

Andrea Rega holds a PhD in Human Capital Formation and Labour Relations. He collaborates with the Education and Learning Sciences Department at the University of Rome Tor Vergata. Email: [email protected]