Multilingual Learner Training Project
Of the 980,000 youth in California’s out-of-school time (OST) programs, 34% are multilingual learners (MLs)—or students developing their language skills in English and at least one other language—each bringing unique gifts and perspectives to their school communities. By design, high quality OST programs provide enrichment and encouragement that helps all young people learn and grow. Yet, there is even more that we can do to intentionally reach and support multilingual learners so that they thrive - today and throughout their lifetimes. Luckily, good practices to support MLs are good practices for all young people, making these ML training opportunities an essential resource for all staff!
CalSAC has updated our highly rated Multilingual Learner (ML) Training Series to strengthen your capacity to deliver high quality, intentional and inclusive programming that meets the needs of young people who are developing their language skills and learning English.
Request the 3-part Multilingual Learner training series for your team! Each live, interactive training is delivered in-person and through Zoom and 2 hours in length. Agencies must participate in all 3 sessions to access the series.
Questions? Contact training@calsac.org.
ML training series topics
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+ 4.2.1 Knowing Multilingual Learners
Gain a deeper understanding of the diversity and specific needs of the multilingual learner (ML) population.
Training Time: 2 Hours
+ 4.2.2 Social-Emotional Factors of Multilingual Learners
Strengthen your understanding and practice identifying the most common social-emotional factors that affect Multilingual Learner students and their achievement.
Training Time: 2 Hours
+ 4.2.3 Strategies for Language Development
Review general, research-based strategies to support Multilingual Learners with language development and practice modifying activities to support academics and language development.
Training Time: 2 Hours
Coming Soon!: Three new modules covering topics such as healthy cultural identities, family engagement, and supporting multilingual learners with different language levels
Committed to supporting multilingual learners, but short on time?
Check out CalSAC’s Bite-Sized Training Videos, which offer easy strategies you can try today - all in less than 5 minutes!
Request the Multilingual learner training series for your team in 3 easy steps!
Gather a group of 10-30 people that can commit to participating in the training series.
Select training dates and times for the three, 2-hour sessions that are at least 2 weeks away.
Submit the form for your group below! CalSAC staff will connect with you within 3 business days after receiving the form.