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Bilingual Education refers to a teaching methodology that utilizes two languages, one being the native language and the other being the target language, in order to facilitate learning among students who are English Language Learners (ELLs) or speakers of non-English home languages. The goal is to develop proficiency in both languages while promoting academic achievement and cultural understanding. This approach can be used in various educational settings including K-12 schools, higher education institutions, and continuing education programs for teachers. Bilingual Education encompasses a range of instructional models such as dual language immersion, transitional bilingual education, and maintenance bilingual education. It emphasizes the importance of linguistic diversity and challenges monolingual ideologies in education.