[Episode 8] Planting the Seeds of Dual Language Development

Summary
Ryan Smith, a principal at Glenn Duncan Elementary School with 26 years of experience in education, discusses the importance of language development for elementary school students. He highlights the benefits of dual immersion programs and the rapid language acquisition he has witnessed in his own school with young students. Smith emphasizes the need for language education to be inclusive and accessible to all students, regardless of their background or abilities. He also discusses the significance of the Seal of Biliteracy in recognizing and celebrating students' language proficiency, and encourages the language community to continue advocating for language education and to prioritize student engagement and relationships in the classroom.
Chapters
00:00
Introductions
03:11
Language Development in Elementary School
05:11
Dual Immersion Programs
07:54
Inclusivity and Accessibility in Language Education
13:09
Recognizing Language Proficiency with the Seal of Biliteracy
23:36
Language Education in Underserved Communities
28:44
Reimagining Electives in Education
37:39
The Impact of the Seal of Biliteracy
43:45
Final Thoughts and Appreciation
Episode Resources
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