Multilingual Montessori 42. Kaila Diaz of Bilingüitos
May 31, 2023
Sociolinguist Kaila Diaz shares her experiences growing up bilingual and raising her own bilingual child. They debunk myths about bilingualism and provide tips for parents. The episode covers methods to foster bilingualism, the decision to pursue a linguistics degree, teaching English and Spanish at a preschool, the evolution of the Bilingüitos program, challenges and benefits of raising a bilingual child, and dispelling myths about bilingualism.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Growing Up Bilingual: Personal Experiences and Methods
02:34 • 5min
Decision to Pursue a Master's Degree in Linguistics
07:43 • 2min
Teaching English and Spanish at a Preschool
09:51 • 14min
Evolution of the Bilingüitos Program
24:18 • 4min
Challenges and Benefits of Raising a Bilingual Child
28:18 • 16min
Dispelling Myths About Bilingualism
43:48 • 19min