There is a dire need for readily reproducible research-based practices bridging the gap between critical scholarship and equitable teaching in language studies. Protocols and Tools for Equitable Dual Language Teaching addresses the critical gap in dual language education, offering a comprehensive solution to educators' challenges in implementing equitable practices. The book delves into the diverse dual language education, encompassing developmental bilingual education, two-way bilingual education, one- and two-way immersion, dual immersion, and enrichment and heritage education. Throughout, it emphasizes the additive nature of multilingualism as an educational asset rather than a challenge.
The book adds to the existing literature on dual language education. Each chapter introduces context and multilingual pedagogies, providing an instructional element, a real-world example from a dual language classroom, a step-by-step implementation guide with a checklist of instructional practices, a protocol facilitating strategy implementation, and a nuanced discussion of possibilities and challenges.
Targeting teachers, teacher educators, instructional coaches, and practitioners in pre- and in-service settings, the book aims to empower educators globally. It is a valuable resource for those delivering critical language education in bilingual and dual language immersion primary and secondary schools. With a focus on equity-minded teaching, the book goes beyond theoretical discussions to equip educators with actionable protocols and tools to integrate into their teaching practices.