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Content and Language Integrated Learning

Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) is an educational approach that combines subject matter teaching with foreign language learning, allowing students to acquire both content knowledge and language skills simultaneously. It is based on the 4Cs framework: Content, Communication, Cognition, and Culture, and can be flexibly implemented in various educational contexts. Since its introduction in the 1990s, CLIL has gained global popularity for its effectiveness in bilingual education and its adaptability across diverse subjects.

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Content and Language Integrated Learning

Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) is an educational approach that combines subject matter teaching with foreign language learning, allowing students to acquire both content knowledge and language skills simultaneously. It is based on the 4Cs framework: Content, Communication, Cognition, and Culture, and can be flexibly implemented in various educational contexts. Since its introduction in the 1990s, CLIL has gained global popularity for its effectiveness in bilingual education and its adaptability across diverse subjects.

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Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) is an educational approach that

combines the teaching of subject matter with the learning of a foreign language.
This method allows students to acquire both content knowledge and language
skills simultaneously, making it a dual-focused learning strategy.
Key Features of CLIL
1. Integration of Content and Language
CLIL emphasizes the interconnection between language learning and subject
content. For example, students may learn science or history in a foreign language,
which enhances their understanding of both the subject and the language itself.
This approach is not just about simplifying content but introducing new subjects
while using the target language
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2. The 4Cs Framework
The methodology of CLIL revolves around four key components known as the 4Cs:
● Content: The subject-specific knowledge that students acquire while using
the target language.
● Communication: The practice of using language skills (speaking, listening,
reading, writing) in meaningful contexts.
● Cognition: The cognitive processes involved in understanding and applying
knowledge, encouraging critical thinking and problem-solving.
● Culture: An appreciation for cultural diversity, promoting intercultural
understanding through language learning5
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3. Flexible Implementation
CLIL is adaptable to various educational contexts and can be implemented in
different ways, including:
● Teaching subjects entirely in a foreign language (full immersion).
● Integrating content from other subjects into language lessons without full
immersion.
● Coordinating with other subject teachers to link content across syllabuses2
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4. Bilingual Education
Originally developed to enhance bilingual education, CLIL has gained popularity
for its effectiveness in teaching English as a second language and other foreign
languages. It allows learners to engage with complex topics while simultaneously
improving their language proficiency
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5. Global Adoption
Since its inception in the 1990s, CLIL has been adopted worldwide, influencing
various educational systems and practices. Its versatility makes it suitable for a
wide range of subjects beyond traditional academic areas, including creative fields
like art and music
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. In summary, CLIL is an innovative approach that merges content learning with
language acquisition, fostering a more holistic educational experience that
prepares students for a globalized world.

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