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California Association for Bilingual Education-CABE Dual Language Teacher Academy (DLTA)
The Dual Language Teacher Academy is presented by CABE.
These DLTA modules draw upon the Guiding Principles for Dual Language Education, 3rd Edition, and integrate a focus on the Three Pillars of Dual Language Education. The CABE DLTA is aligned with the four principles of the California English Learner Roadmap. The presenters are key CABE staff, experts in biliteracy and dual language immersion. The modules are appropriate for educators currently supporting dual language programs or who are a starting a program. Choose from the four stand-alone sessions, but attending Module 1 sessions (1A & 1B) or Module 2 sessions (2A & 2B) can be used towards completion of CABE’s Dual Language Teacher Academy Program (with a CABE certificate available after completion of all eight modules). See module descriptions on next page.
Module 1 Description:
Provides a firm foundation in the basics of dual language education. Focuses on the importance of engaging families and community members in creating and sustaining bilingualism/ biliteracy, high academic achievement, and sociocultural competence. Shares strategies for ensuring equity for all and the importance of having a language allocation plan, high-quality standards-based curriculum, and assessment and accountability practices that reflect the uniqueness of a dual language program.
Module 1A: Foundations for a Strong, Successful and Sustainable Dual Language Program
February 6, 2024
3:30PM - 5:30PM
Module 1B: Guiding Principles for Dual Language Education
March 13, 2024
3:30PM - 5:30PM
Module 2 Description:
Provides a firm foundation in understanding and implementing the best instructional practices that will ensure student’s bilingualism/ biliteracy and high academic achievement in both Spanish and English. Addresses the unique needs and best instructional practices of a Spanish biliteracy program. Offers ideas and concrete examples of ways teachers can create a highly effective learning environment that values the cultural and linguistic assets that all students contribute to the classroom community and supports their development of sociocultural competence.
Module 2A: Best Practices in Dual Language Education: Culturally Responsive Pedagogy
March 26, 2024
3:30PM - 5:30PM
Module 2B: Best Practices in Dual Language Education: Effective Learning Environments
April 10, 2024
3:30PM - 5:30PM
This is a virtual offering.
Audience:
Dual Language Teachers and Site Administrators, Multilingual Leaders
Sponsored by the Educator Workforce Investment Grant through the California Department of Education and the California Collaborative for Excellence in Education.