Translanguaging in Schools: Taking A Dynamic Approach to Biliteracy in the Dual Language Classroom
March 3, 2022 @ 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
| Free
Translanguaging in Schools: Taking A Dynamic Approach to Biliteracy 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.
- 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 Dual Language program?
TARGET AUDIENCE: K-12 current or future dual language educators
Event Description:
**Participants must attend the two-hour live session (Part A) in order to be eligible to complete the optional reflection/application (Part B) to earn an additional three hours of professional development credits.
This professional learning experience will include both synchronous and asynchronous learning opportunities. Participants can earn up to a total of five hours of professional development credits for their participation in Parts A and B.
Part A: a live 90-minute webinar accompanied by a 30-minute question and answer portion. Participants will receive two hours of professional development credits for their participation in Part A.
Part B (optional): a follow-up to Part A, after attending the live webinar, participants will reflect and apply their learning to their own practice. Participants may earn three hours of additional professional learning credits by completing the reflection/application document and submitting the completion form within two weeks of participating in the live webinar.
