A Dynamic Approach to Biliteracy: Translanguaging in the Dual Language Classroom

Dynamic bilingualism and translanguaging refer to the fluid language practices that are common and natural in bilingual communities. Dual language programs can embrace dynamic bilingualism and include translanguaging practices as part of their strategic use of languages to support multilingual learners’ academics, affirm their bilingual identities, and deepen their biliteracy.  

Participants are invited to engage in a live online session and a module for asynchronous learning in which we will:

• Explore the concepts: What is dynamic bilingualism? What is translanguaging? What do “translanguaging spaces” look like in dual language education?
• Examine implications: How can this influence my classroom environment? My instructional practices? My curricular planning? 
• Brainstorm applications: How can this help me support students’ language development, social-emotional well-being, and content learning within my programmatic context(s)?

This virtual workshop will include both a live webinar and a self-paced learning module. The live webinar will last approximately 90 minutes.  During the webinar you will receive access to an asynchronous learning module to be completed within two weeks.  After the IRC receives your completed module, you will receive an email with a link to the evaluation.  Upon completion of the evaluation, you will receive an email with a link to your Evidence of Completion form.  

TARGET AUDIENCE: K-12 current or future dual language educators