METALINGUISTIC AWARENESS AND BILINGUAL LEARNING: THE OVERLOOKED BRIDGE TO CRITICAL LITERACY

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  • Madraximova Osiyoxon Fergana city 41 school

Keywords:

Metalinguistic awareness, bilingual learning, critical literacy, language consciousness, cognitive development, reflective thinking, multilingual education.

Abstract

This study explores the role of metalinguistic awareness in bilingual learning and its impact on the development of critical literacy skills. While bilingual education often focuses on language proficiency, the cognitive and reflective abilities that arise from metalinguistic awareness are frequently overlooked. By examining how learners consciously analyze language structures, negotiate meaning across languages, and reflect on linguistic forms, this research highlights the significant bridge between bilingualism and critical literacy. The findings suggest that fostering metalinguistic awareness can enhance learners’ critical thinking, reading comprehension, and analytical skills, ultimately promoting deeper engagement with texts in multiple languages.

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Published

2025-10-14

How to Cite

Madraximova Osiyoxon. (2025). METALINGUISTIC AWARENESS AND BILINGUAL LEARNING: THE OVERLOOKED BRIDGE TO CRITICAL LITERACY. Journal of Applied Science and Social Science, 15(10), 490–494. Retrieved from https://www.internationaljournal.co.in/index.php/jasass/article/view/2059

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Vol. 15 No. 10 (2025): Volume 15 Issue 10

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