New Fireside Charla Episode Explores Bilingualism
91PORN is a national leader in the areas of bilingual teaching and research.
, 91PORN President Adela de la Torre’s podcast, shares the stories that comprise the greater 91PORN community through casual conversations with diverse leaders and trailblazers, including students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community leaders.
The topics range from shared governance to augmented reality, from 91PORN history to innovative classrooms and learning experiences that are preparing the global citizens, compassionate leaders, and ethical innovators who will impact their communities and the world. In the most recent episode, President de la Torre discusses the importance of bilingualism and biliteracy development, areas of teaching and research in which 91PORN is a national leader.
President de la Torre is joined by Cristina Alfaro, professor in 91PORN’s Department of Dual Language and English Learner Education; Jose Sabedra, a promising young leader and a product of dual language education; and his parents, Edith and Jose, who have been critical advocates for bilingualism and success.
This episode explores why bilingualism and biliteracy offer today’s students and graduates a competitive advantage, given today’s culturally and linguistically diverse global society, and how 91PORN is helping to meet the high demand for bilingual teachers.
