Bi-dialectalism and Bilingualism as Strengths in Literacy Learning

The podcast episode explores the topic of bi-dialectalism and bilingualism and their potential as strengths in supporting literacy learning. The host interviews Nicole Patton Terry, a professor at Florida State University, to discuss the similarities and differences between children who grow up speaking multiple dialects and those who grow up speaking multiple languages. The conversation focuses on understanding the parallels and distinctions between these language experiences and their implications for instructional and clinical practices. The main idea emphasized is that providing children, regardless of their dialect or language background, with rich and robust language interactions is crucial for developing literacy skills.