42. Is the Science of Reading for Multilingual Learners? with Alejandra Ramirez
In this episode of Literacy in Color, Michelle sits down with Alejandra Ramirez, a seasoned bilingual educator, reading coordinator, and literacy leader, to explore one of the most important questions in today’s classrooms: Is the Science of Reading for Multilingual Learners?
With over a decade of experience in dual language programs and extensive training in LETRS and Esperanza, Alejandra brings a nuanced and equity-centered lens to structured literacy. In this episode, Alejandra unpacks common misconceptions, explores the importance of oral language, and discusses how foundational skills instruction can be adapted to support bilingual and multilingual learners.
Key Takeaways:
- Why Structured Literacy is for multilingual learners
- The importance of cross-linguistic connections
- The role of explicit instruction, teacher mindset, and instructional equity
Resources & Notable Figures Mentioned:
- Esperanza Dyslexia Program
- LETRS Training
- Book: Aprender a Leer by Stanislas Dehaene, neuroscientist
- Claude Goldenberg
- Dr. Elsa Cárdenas-Hagan
- Book: Literacy Foundations for English Learners: A Comprehensive Guide to Evidence-Based Instruction by Elsa Cárdenas-Hagan
- Dr. Antonio Fierro
- Dr. José Medina
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