WEBINAR RECORDING
TITLE: Dual Language Learner Literacy Development in Early Childhood Education and the Science of Reading
DATE: September17, 2025
TIME: 4:00–4:30 p.m. EDT
DETAILS:
Leading researchers and educators shared insights into the unique language and literacy development of young dual language learners, grounded in decades of research on bilingualism, biliteracy, and second language acquisition. The panel highlighted developmentally, culturally, and linguistically responsive strategies that foster language-rich environments and build strong foundations for literacy.
Panelists also reflected on how these evidence-based approaches align—or conflict—with today’s prevailing literacy initiatives, including the Science of Reading.
Presenters:
• Dr. Sonia Soltero, DePaul University
• Dr. Socorro Herrera, Center for Intercultural and Multilingual Advocacy, Kansas State University
• Dr. Martha Martínez, SEAL
• Dr. Laurie Olsen, SEAL / Californians Together
Moderator:
• Analleli Hernández, Center for Applied Linguistics
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