In this course, participants will demonstrate and apply knowledge of the impact of dynamic academic, personal, familial, cultural, social, and sociopolitical contexts on the education and language acquisition of MLL's as supported by research and theories. Participants will investigate the academic and personal characteristics of each MLL as well as family circumstances and literacy practices, to develop individualized, effective instructional and assessment practices for their MLL's. Participan

In this course, participants will demonstrate and apply knowledge of the impact of dynamic academic, personal, familial, cultural, social, and sociopolitical contexts on the education and language acquisition of MLL's as supported by research and theories. Participants will investigate the academic and personal characteristics of each MLL as well as family circumstances and literacy practices, to develop individualized, effective instructional and assessment practices for their MLL's. Participants will also recognize how educator identity, role, culture, and biases impact the interpretation of MLL's strengths and needs.: Culturally Responsive Teaching Refugee Communities and Culture, Tribal Nations Children in Crisis Toxic Stress/Self-Regulation Trauma-Informed Care Building Classroom Community Model Classroom Environment Instruction and Classroom/Family Relationships Professional Learning Community (PLC) analyzes impacts within their classroom. Evidence: Reflect on changes you have made/ or will make in your classroom. (Teacher Action or Instruction) Reflect on changes you have made/ or will make in culturally relevant family involvement. Classroom Identification - Next Steps Plan Changes as a Person Changes as a Practitioner Changes as a Community Member Reflection: Teachers will be asked to reflect on their learning throughout the course and how it applies to themselves, their classroom, school, and district.