The Current State of Portuguese Biliteracy in the U.S.
Session Type
Paper/Best Practice Session (1 hour)
Immersion/Partner Language(s)
Portuguese dual-language programs
Context/program model
Two-Way Bilingual Immersion
Level
Middle School/Junior High
Program Summary
What are the current programs dedicated to developing Portuguese biliteracy in the U.S.? What are some of the common challenges and aims of these programs? What are the main principles and content for Portuguese dual-immersion curriculum? This presentation aims to offer an overview of teaching Portuguese from Grades K-8.
Abstract/Description for Paper, Discussion, and Laptop Poster presentations
What are the current programs dedicated to developing Portuguese biliteracy in the U.S.? What are some of the common challenges and common aims of Portuguese dual-language programs? What are the main principles and contents for Portuguese dual-immersion curriculum? The presentation aims to offer and overview of teaching Portuguese for k-8 in the U.S. answering these questions related to program design and curriculum development. The session will discuss curriculum guidelines for teachers working in these programs exploring research-based contents and methods that are more efficient for teaching bilingual students. The session will also share project-based learning experiences of teaching Portuguese as a heritage language using authentic materials and through meaningful tasks.
Lead Presenter/organizer
Ivian Destro Boruchowski, Florida International University
Role/Title
Doctoral Student
State (in US) or Country
FL