Talking to Grandma
S3 Ep21: Bridging Home and Classroom for Linguistic Richness with Nawal Qarooni
Jan 16, 2024
Nawal Qarooni, an expert in bridging home and classroom environments for linguistic development, discusses the importance of cultural and linguistic preservation in education. She explores strategies for raising multicultural children, bridging family dynamics with classroom practices, and emphasizing collaborative literacy to enhance language development.
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Quick takeaways
- Enhancing literacy: Acknowledging children's diverse wealth like problem-solving skills and cultural practices boosts classroom learning.
- Celebrating linguistic diversity: Shifting from shame to pride in multiple languages fosters cultural connections and trans-lingualism.
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The importance of understanding children's backgrounds for literacy learning
Acknowledging the vast wealth children bring from their daily lives, including problem-solving skills, rituals, and cultural practices such as kitchen routines or grieving customs, greatly enhances literacy learning in the classroom. Encouraging teachers to establish multiple entry points to connect with families and understand their unique backgrounds forms a foundation for effective literacy instruction.
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