Unlocking asset-based Literacy for multilingual students

Liliana Rodgriguez SLIFE

Liliana Rodríguez’s presentation advocates for literacy rights for multilingual/SLIFE students under Minnesota’s READ Act. She emphasizes understanding the bilingual brain, the language-literacy relationship, and the need for a collective approach to equitable literacy instruction. Educational leaders and teachers are encouraged to start courageous conversations and collaborate to ensure reading rights for all students.

2024 Fall Conference, 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM 11/22, Friday Nov 22nd
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