Seventh International Conference on Immersion and Dual Language Education

Strand V: Teachers, Administrators, Preparation and Professional Learning

Portuguese (L1) and English (L2). Relates to any language(s)

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This Socratic session explores how Dr. John Hattie’s comprehensive research on the efficacy of commonly accepted teaching strategies might not only challenge our personal beliefs as teachers but also become the catalyst for positive change in immersion contexts.  Hattie's meta-analysis is the largest ever look into what works with improving student learning.

According to Hattie, "collective efficacy" refers to educators who believe that there is no hurdle too big in student achievement that cannot be solved by working collaboratively.  Furthermore, he contends that collective efficacy yields almost 4 years student growth over 1 year’s time.

Format, we will . . .

1. Explore some of Hattie's meta-analysis to identify high-yield strategies that accelerate student growth;
   
   
2. Compare Hattie’s research to our personal dual language immersion high-yield L2 teaching practices;
   
   
3. Engage in a Socratic Circle discussion to determine how we might foster collective efficacy in our own school buildings.