Dr. Coles-Ritchie offers transformative workshops tailored for secondary teachers of Multilingual Learners (MLs) in the content area. Her workshop draws on research-based principles from her recently published book Centering Multilingual Learners in the Secondary Classroom. In this workshop, teachers will leave with actionable tools to elevate the learning experience for all students while supporting MLs in the classroom. Teachers will learn how to structure their classroom to support MLs’ growth alongside English-dominant peers. This hands-on workshop will explore the “Five Cs” framework designed specifically for MLs, which includes critical components like setting up a Critically Conscious Classroom, building Community, providing Context for Content, fostering Collaboration, and offering Choice in Assessment.
We’ll take a deep dive into practical strategies from this guide, which spans topics from creating a welcoming classroom environment to implementing culturally sustaining assessments. You’ll also learn to build a curriculum that meets students’ lived experiences and provides language support without compromising academic rigor. This workshop is perfect for educators ready to expand their toolkit with structured, research-backed strategies to enhance the educational experience of MLs. If you’re eager to foster an inclusive, high-expectation environment, this workshop is for you.