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Sixth International Conference on Immersion and Dual Language Education: Connecting Research and Practice Across Contexts

October 20–22, 2016

Hyatt Regency Hotel, Minneapolis, MN, USA

Examining Equity and Social Justice in Two-Way Bilingual Immersion

Saturday, October 22, 2016 at 1:45 PM–2:45 PM CDT
Lake Calhoun
Session Type

Discussion Session (1 hour)

Immersion/Partner Language(s)

multiple

Context/program model

Two-Way Bilingual Immersion

Level
Elementary (K-5)
Middle School/Junior High
High School
Program Summary

Examine cross-cultural competence through the lens of equity and social justice for linguistically and culturally diverse students and majority language peers in TWI. Implications of interculturality, student dispositions, language status and strong bilingual identities will be shared. Participants will discuss cultural proficiency frameworks for self reflection and developing action plans.

Abstract/Description for Paper, Discussion, and Laptop Poster presentations

Discussion will examine cross-cultural competence through the lens of equity and social justice for linguistically and culturally diverse students and majority language peers in TWI .  Presenters and participants will discuss implications of interculturality, student dispositions, language status and what it means to develop strong bilingual identities in dual language contexts. Although TWI programs are indicators of highly effective contexts and research-based practices for educating English learners, educators must examine challenges and potential barriers to equitable practices. Participants will be guided through cultural proficiency frameworks for self reflection and developing action plans.

 

Lead Presenter/organizer

Ana M. Hernandez, California State University, San Marcos
Role/Title

Associate Professor

State (in US) or Country

CA

Co-Presenters

Rosa Molina, Association of Two-Way & Dual Language (ATDLE)
Role/Title

Executive Director ATDLE

State (in US) or Country

CA

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