Gianluca Baldo

Strategie di semplificazione testuale e di scrittura cooperativa tra studenti con retroterra migratorio e nativi

Introduction

Strategie di semplificazione testuale e di scrittura cooperativa tra studenti con retroterra migratorio e nativi. Strategie di semplificazione testuale e scrittura cooperativa promuovono l'inclusione di studenti migranti e nativi. Il progetto Impact FVG valorizza i repertori plurilingui nella scuola.

Abstract

In recent years, the simplification and adaptation of texts have become more common strategies used to promote the inclusion and social participation of speakers with a migrant background. In schools, these experiences aim to stimulate a more active participation of whole student groups, often by introducing cooperative learning strategies, which have proven to be quite effective in bridging different codes and cultures as well. Another method used to incorporate the languages and dialects of origin of each student is the planning and writing of identity texts. These are short, personal compositions capable of shedding new light on the cultural background of young plurilingual authors. Within this reference framework, the linguistic experience of the Impact FVG 2014-2020 project took place. During the school year 2021-2022, a small number of sample groups of students from secondary schools in Friuli Venezia Giulia were involved in an experience of writing and raising awareness about the communicative resources present in the repertoires of emerging plurilingual groups and individuals.

Review

The article titled "Strategie di semplificazione testuale e di scrittura cooperativa tra studenti con retroterra migratorio e nativi" addresses a highly pertinent and socially significant area: the linguistic and social inclusion of students with migrant backgrounds within school settings. The abstract effectively introduces a multi-pronged approach designed to foster active participation among diverse student groups. It outlines the application of text simplification strategies, cooperative learning, and the innovative concept of "identity texts" – personal compositions that highlight the cultural and linguistic repertoires of young plurilingual authors. This initiative is contextualized within the Impact FVG 2014-2020 project, specifically focusing on secondary schools in Friuli Venezia Giulia during the 2021-2022 academic year. A significant strength of this proposed study lies in its timely and critical focus on leveraging linguistic diversity as a resource rather than a challenge. The combination of established pedagogical strategies like text simplification and cooperative learning with the more novel approach of identity texts demonstrates a comprehensive and asset-based perspective towards integrating students from migrant backgrounds. The emphasis on stimulating active participation and bridging cultural codes through cooperative writing is particularly commendable, as it moves beyond mere linguistic support to foster genuine intercultural exchange and understanding. The practical implementation within a specific regional project (Impact FVG) further suggests a grounded and ecologically valid approach to educational intervention. While the abstract presents a compelling framework and a highly relevant project, several key aspects remain to be elaborated in the full paper. The description of the participant pool as "a small number of sample groups" necessitates a detailed discussion of the study's scope, methodology, and the generalizability of any findings. Crucially, the abstract describes the *implementation* of these strategies but does not provide any indication of their *efficacy, outcomes, or the specific insights gained*. A robust review will require a clear presentation of the research design, data collection methods (qualitative and/or quantitative), and the results demonstrating how these strategies specifically contributed to increased participation, cultural bridging, or the valorization of plurilingual repertoires among the involved students. Clarity on these evaluative elements will be vital for assessing the true impact and contribution of this valuable project.

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