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

Discussion Session (1 hour)

multiple

Two-Way Bilingual Immersion

Elementary (K-5)
Middle School/Junior High
High School

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.

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.