Ep 13 – Hopes and Hazards of Dual Language

Feb 20, 2019

Dual Language programs are exploding in popularity across the country -- and particularly among White &/or privileged families in gentrifying communities. There's great hope for equity in these programs, but also plenty of hazards, particularly around how White and/ or privileged families show up in the spaces.

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Ep 13 - Hopes and Hazards of Dual Language
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Dual Language programs are exploding in popularity across the country — and particularly among White &/or privileged families in gentrifying communities. In this episode, we talk with Dr. Sofia Chaparro about her research following the establishment of one such program. Providing some overview of Dual Language issues, this conversation looks at the potential for these spaces as well as the ways in which things can go wrong.

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The Integrated Schools Podcast was created by Courtney Mykytyn and Andrew Lefkowits.

This episode was produced by Andrew Lefkowits and Courtney Mykytyn.  It was edited, and mixed by Andrew Lefkowits.

Music by Kevin Casey.