TLC/ML Workshop 1: Supporting EL Students’ Home Languages in the Classroom

Please register here. BTLC Credit: IS, ML

Presenter(s): Lia Plakans, Professor of Multilingual Education; David Degollado, Assistant Professor of Multilingual Education; Marina Durinova, Postdoctoral Researcher of Multilingual Education 

Description: The workshop on home language support aligns with the Core Principle of valuing students' identities. After attending this workshop, you will be able to identify effective strategies for providing home language support and engaging with multilingual learners' families and communities. 

Learning Objective:   

1. We will learn about useful concepts that help us think about this topic and why home languages are vital for student learning;  

2. We will discuss principles and practices for supporting and incorporating students’ home languages in the classroom. 

By registering for this event, you agree to be photographed or filmed for promotional purposes.  

If you have any questions or concerns, please email tlc@uiowa.edu  and we will work with you to make any accommodations. 

Tuesday, January 30, 2024 4:30pm to 6:00pm
Lindquist Center
Professional Development Area (PDA), North 110 Lindquist Center
240 South Madison Street, Iowa City, IA 52240
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Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa–sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact Baker Teacher Leader Center in advance at 319-335-6417 or tlc@uiowa.edu.