Introduction to Teaching for Biliteracy and the Bridge, Focus on Secondary: Middle and High School - Chicagoland Area

• Chicago Illinois United States of America
• Start: Jul 19 2022 00:00
• Finish: Dec 01 2024 00:00
• Time zone: America/Chicago

This  workshop  will provide participants with an interactive overview of the research and best practices in dual language and biliteracy instruction at the secondary level.  Participants will engage in activities, reflection, and discussion about creating a dual language program that supports bilingual and biliteracy development – across the content areas – in the middle school and high school.   Topics reviewed will include:
Defining Dual Language and Biliteracy
Elements of Dual Language Instruction at the Secondary Level
Dual Language Instruction Across the Content Areas:  Spanish, English, Social Studies, Math, Science, Physical Education, and Fine Arts
The Bridge between Languages
Dual Language Student Profiles
Dual Language Educator Profiles
Advocacy
Audience:
Teachers and administrators new to dual language at the secondary level
Level of familiarity: 
Introduction and overview - building understanding and awareness of the elements of teaching for biliteracy 
Programs:
This session’s content is applicable to:  One-Way Dual Language, Two-Way Dual Language, and Foreign Language Immersion Programs
Grade levels: 6-12
Language(s):  This session will be conducted primarily in English, with some examples in Spanish
A personalized ticked is required for each attendee, so please make sure to have the following information available before beginning the registration process:
name
district
position and grade level
type of language acquisition program
Please note that all sales are final.  We only accept on-line payment via credit card.  If your district would like to pay via check, please contact us at teachingforbiliteracy@gmail.com.   Registration is on a first come, first served basis, and will close when the maximum has been reached.
Thank you, and we hope to see you there.
Center for Teaching for Biliteracy Team