CAL SIOP for Dual Language Programs: Developing Academic Language and Content in Two Languages

Monday–Thursday, May 13–16, and Monday & Tuesday, May 20 & 21, 2024 (six two-hour sessions) Foundations of CAL SIOP for Dual Language Programs: Developing Academic Language and Content in Two Languages Learn SIOP methods for meeting the three pillars of dual language education: bilingualism and biliteracy, high academic achievement, and sociocultural competence! CAL SIOP for ... Read more

Biliteracy Institute (¡en español!)

June 3 & 4, and June 6, 2024 Taller de lengua y lectoescritura en español. Cómo fomentar el desarrollo de la lectoescritura en español: Diferencias lingüísticas entre el español y el inglés y su impacto en la enseñanza del español. Participants will learn research-based strategies for effective literacy instruction in programs where content is delivered ... Read more

English Learners and Effective Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) Strategies

July 11, 18, 25, and August 1, 2024 Learn to distinguish between typical second language development and the needs of students who may demonstrate academic difficulties or possible disabilities and develop a proactive plan for effective classroom interventions to promote student success. English Learners and Effective Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) Strategies

Leading Dual Language Programs for Student Success

August 6–8, 2024, 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time, with a one-hour break each day Learn how to enhance or develop your dual language program based on the seven research-based strands of effective dual language education in the Guiding Principles. Sign on with your leadership team and work collaboratively to make your dual language ... Read more

CAL SIOP Overview

September 9, 16, 23, and 30, 2024 Improve your understanding and application of the Sheltered Instruction Observation Protocol (SIOP) Model to support classroom instruction for multilingual learners in your school or district. Join us for an engaging online version of our CAL SIOP Overview. CAL SIOP Overview

Spanish-English Biliteracy Instruction: Foundations

October 28–30 and November 1, 4 and 5, 2024 Enhance your knowledge of linguistic differences between Spanish and English and their impact on language and literacy instruction for emergent multilingual learners! Participants will learn research-based strategies for effective language and literacy instruction in programs where content is delivered in Spanish and English, such as dual ... Read more