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