Amata lelei a'oga amata (A good start to learning): project summary report 27 August 2018 - 31 March 2019

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Taylor-Leech, Kerry, Tualaulelei, Eseta and Krajcovicova, Monika. 2019. Amata lelei a'oga amata (A good start to learning): project summary report 27 August 2018 - 31 March 2019. Brisbane, Australia. Griffith University.

Title	Amata lelei a'oga amata (A good start to learning): project summary report 27 August 2018 - 31 March 2019
Report Type	Project report
Authors	Taylor-Leech, Kerry (Author), Tualaulelei, Eseta (Author) and Krajcovicova, Monika (Author)
Institution of Origin	Griffith University
Number of Pages	23
Year	2019
Publisher	Griffith University
Place of Publication	Brisbane, Australia
Abstract	Our research explored the benefits and impacts of a Samoan-immersion kindergarten programme (a’oga amata). In partnership with three community organisations, it addressed how the a’oga amata supports heritage language and culture, builds a positive Samoan identity in a culturally safe space and enhances children’s school readiness. Using a range of qualitative methods, our research also compiled an initial picture of the lived experience of Samoan children, families, caregivers and other stakeholders involved with the a’oga amata.
Keywords	bilingual children, kindergarten, language, culture, school readiness
ANZSRC Field of Research 2020	451499. Pacific Peoples education not elsewhere classified
	470212. Multicultural, intercultural and cross-cultural studies
	390302. Early childhood education
Public Notes	Files associated with this item cannot be displayed due to copyright restrictions.
Byline Affiliations	Griffith University
	School of Teacher Education and Early Childhood

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