Opinion Piece by Vivian Pratts, Bilingual Educational Consultant at VP Dual Language/Biliteracy/ESL sponsored by Okapi Educational Publishing Emergent bilingual is a term proposed by García (2009) that is used to
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Language is the key to learning! Language is the key to reading! Language is the key to cognition, stated Dr. Catherine Snow, in ‘Time to Act’. Harvard University, (2010). (1)
In honor of Chinese New Year, DualLanguageSchools.org is focusing on the success of Mandarin Dual Language Programs. To accomplish this effectively, it is important to acknowledge the incredible success of
Photo Credit: The Milken Family Foundation One dual language teacher was in for a big surprise during a surprise assembly at the Munger Mountain Elementary School in Jackson Hole, Wyoming.
Translanguaging is a dynamic process in which multilingual language users utilize their language systems to make meaning and to develop cooperation amongst languages. Translanguaging involves language production, functions, and thought
In many states, the adoption of dual language programs is just now beginning to take hold. For newcomers in such programs, a solid foundation is key and can be built
A Word with the Abriendo Brecha Lead Editor The dual language field has exceeded expectations for all the work it has accomplished up to this point in time. As dual
Many who have studied the dual language field for a long time are well aware of the immense accomplishments Kathleen Leos has contributed to dual language education. However, many are
At this year’s symposium for the New York City Department of Education, Dr. José Medina attended not only as a keynote speaker, but also a breakout session leader. Dr. Medina
Many of you know David Rogers and his family from being the Executive Director of Dual Language Education of New Mexico. However, very few know the reason for David Roger’s