Translanguaging analysis of multilingual middle school students' authentic mathematics-based computing experiences.

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Title: Translanguaging analysis of multilingual middle school students' authentic mathematics-based computing experiences.
Authors: Cantú, Esteban, Celedón-Pattichis, Sylvia, Lecea Yanguas, José Antonio, Lee, Hakeoung Hannah, Pattichis, Marios S.
Source: Bilingual Research Journal. Oct-Dec2025, Vol. 48 Issue 4, p408-428. 21p.
Subjects: MULTILINGUALISM, MIDDLE school students, MATHEMATICS education, COMPUTER programming, CURRICULUM
Abstract: This case study investigates how multilingual middle school students engage in collaborative computing practices by leveraging translanguaging. Drawing on sociocultural learning and translanguaging frameworks, we analyzed multilingual discourse during the implementation of an integrated mathematics and computer programming curriculum in an after-school context. Data sources included video and monitor recordings of group interactions and students' work. Findings reveal that translanguaging facilitated the navigation of disciplinary concepts, enabling students to express ideas, collaborate, integrate personal interests, articulate programming constructs, debug code, and refine their work. Implications emphasize the need to broaden multilingual students' participation by fostering translanguaging practices in STEM education. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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Abstract:This case study investigates how multilingual middle school students engage in collaborative computing practices by leveraging translanguaging. Drawing on sociocultural learning and translanguaging frameworks, we analyzed multilingual discourse during the implementation of an integrated mathematics and computer programming curriculum in an after-school context. Data sources included video and monitor recordings of group interactions and students' work. Findings reveal that translanguaging facilitated the navigation of disciplinary concepts, enabling students to express ideas, collaborate, integrate personal interests, articulate programming constructs, debug code, and refine their work. Implications emphasize the need to broaden multilingual students' participation by fostering translanguaging practices in STEM education. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
ISSN:15235882
DOI:10.1080/15235882.2025.2501802