Transitional Bilingual Education emphasizes literacy in students L1 and uses L2 teaching methodology until students move into mainstream. Which option describes this approach?

• A. Starts with 100% L2 immersion.
• B. Teaches literacy in L1, uses L2 teaching methodology, requires structured content area instruction according to students language proficiency until students are competent enough to move into mainstream education.
• C. All instruction in L1.
• D. Focuses on mastery of grammar rules alone.

Answer: (B)