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In Episode 234 of Thinking Deeply about Primary Education, Kieran Mackle is joined by Matthias Maurer to explore the teaching of Welsh as a second language in English-medium primary schools. Drawing on Matthias’s extensive classroom experience and expertise in language pedagogy, the conversation examines:
The challenges and opportunities of teaching Welsh in non-Welsh-speaking contexts
What effective second language instruction looks like at primary level
How cultural identity and curriculum design intersect in language learning
The implications for language policy and planning across the UK and beyond
Whether you're a classroom teacher, a curriculum leader, or simply curious about multilingualism in education, this episode offers thoughtful insights and practical takeaways.
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