An Educator's Guide to Dual Language Instruction

"""Due to the valuable insights, research-based best practices, and practical tips included in An Educators’ Guide to Dual Language Instruction, we have used it as a core text for our teacher candidates pursuing their Bilingual Authorization in Spanish for several years. We cannot wait for the second edition!"" -Stephanie Dewing, Associate Professor of Clinical Education and Chair of the Bilingual Authorization Advisory Board, University of Southern California’s Rossier School of Education ""This is such a powerful resource for district and school leaders who need a practical step-by-step guide in implementing a dual language framework or improving the implementation of an existing program. An important step for success is how to engage, educate and onboard the community for a successful implementation. This guide is intentional in including this strategy and more."" -Lulu Buck, Former Dual Language Immersion Consultant for the Colorado Department of Education and current Education Equity Coordinator for St Vrain Valley Schools ""An Educator's Guide to Dual Language Instruction is a must-read for teachers and administrators. Gayle and Leslie have crafted an incredible resource full of real-world expertise to support bilingual and biliteracy development. I’m impressed by their laser focus on creating equitable programs. Bravo!"" -Kate Hudnut, Board of Education, President ""I have followed the work of the authors of An Educator’s Guide to Dual Language, since before the first edition. I am always impressed at the language their students produce and their achievement over the years. I appreciate their commitment to equity and global competence. I often go back to the book for practical ideas and to check our own thinking."" -Katie S. Shively, Dual Language Teacher Leader, Denver Public Schools"