All humans have the extraordinary ability to learn to speak many languages.  Come learn more about how you, as an early childhood educator, can support children and their families in their journey to acquiring one, two or more languages! Participants will: • Gain a deeper understanding about language acquisition • Discuss the connection between language and culture • Identify best practices to enhance oral language and literacy skills for our young Dual Language Leaners • Share strategies to engage with diverse families • Plan for individual language needs in their classrooms • Create a “language plan” for their classrooms • Practice ways to engage children even when you don’t speak their language • Share Strategies for DLLs who are enrolled in remote learning INFORMATION:  This training will be broken down into 3 modules of 2.5 hours each.  All Participants will need to commit and attend all three sessions.  

Web-based Time Specific 10/22/2022 / 01:30 PM - 11/19/2022 / 04:30 PM, www.zoom.com

INFORMATION
Dates: 10/22/2022, 11/05/2022, 11/19/2022
To receive PD hours, participants must attend all sessions and are encouraged to attend 6 Professional Learning Communities.
Time: 1:30pm - 4:30pmpm
Location: Zoom- link will be sent to participants
Language used during this training: English

Also available: Ongoing Professional Learning Communities every third Wednesday of the month starting October 19, 2022 from 6:00 to 7:30 PM via zoom. Please email facilitators for more information.