Latest Past Events

Conference Presentation: Trait-Based Automated Essay Scoring in Rater Training for the Evaluation of Young English Language Learner’s Writing

Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026 | 4:15 PM CT Session Format: Poster Presenters:      Aubrey Sahouria (Center for Applied Linguistics)      Frank Wucinski (Center for Applied Linguistics)      Joshua Smith (Center for Applied Linguistics)      Yu Lan Su (Center for Applied Linguistics)      Hyeonseong Li (Center for Applied Linguistics, University of ... Read more

Languaging, Transculturalism, and Identity in Dual Language Education

Languaging, Transculturalism, and Identity in Dual Language Education Event: 2026 WIDA Conference Date: Thursday, September 17, 2026 | 2:45 PM CT Session Format: Presentation Presenters: Analleli Hernandez (Center for Applied Linguistics) Description: How do we leverage students' full linguistic repertoires to deepen content learning and strengthen their biliteracy trajectory? This session examines classroom scenarios where ... Read more

Conference Presentation: Leading and Learning for Rural Multilingual Learners: An Inquiry Session

Event: 2026 WIDA Conference Date: Thursday, September 17, 2026 | 10:15 AM CT Session Format: Presentation Presenters:      Dr. Diep Nguyen (Center for Applied Linguistics)      Dr. Kia Johnson (Center for Applied Linguistics) Description:  Building on the “Bless Your Heart” Leadership framework and the CLEAR Paradigm, this interactive session invites participants to collaboratively explore ... Read more