Working with Culturally and Linguistically Diverse
Children and Families

Information and Resources

• Early Dual Language Learner Initiative (EDLLI)
  The Early Dual Language Learner Initiative (EDLLI) provides professional development, technical assistance and resources to community partners regarding culturally and linguistically responsive practices for young children, birth-6. The EDLLI Leadership Team, comprised of 25 stakeholders, and its smaller Steering Committee, were created as part of this initiative to help coordinate and advance efforts on behalf of young children who are dual language learners and their families throughout the state. In addition, the EDLLI collaborates with other state initiatives in order to include the strengths and needs of dual language learners and their families in different statewide trainings such as those provided by Wisconsin Model Early Learning Standards, Preschool Options, and Wisconsin Pyramid Model for social emotional competence.
  • More Information at CollaboratingPartners.com
  • Facts and Tips
    • Facts and Tips: Topic 2.1 - Using Interpreters Effectively (pdf)
    • Facts and Tips: Topic 2.2 - Using Interpreters Effectively (pdf)
    • Facts and Tips: Topic 3.1 - Cultural Considerations (pdf)
    • Facts and Tips: Topic 3.2 - Cultural Considerations (pdf)
    • Facts and Tips: Topic 4.1 - Language Development (pdf)
    • Facts and Tips: Topic 4.2 - Language Development (pdf)
    • Facts and Tips: Topic 5.1 - Assessment-On-Going (pdf)
    • Facts and Tips: Topic 5.2 - Assessment-On-Going (pdf)
    • Facts and Tips: Topic 5.3 - Assessment-Diagnostic (pdf)
    • Facts and Tips: Topic 5.4 - Assessment-Diagnostic (pdf)
    • Facts and Tips: Topic 6.1 - Instructional Practices (pdf)
    • Facts and Tips: Topic 6.2 - Instructional Practices (pdf)
  • Dual Language Learning Module Series:
    
    • Early Dual Language Learning and Language Development
• Quick Tips for Getting Started
• Who are DLLs?
• New resources related to bilingual and English Language Learners are now available at http://www.dpi.wi.gov/ell/speded.html. Watch this web site, as new resources will continue to be added to it.
• Expanding Early Childhood Services into Community Settings for Culturally or Linguistically Diverse Families
• Resources, Services and Referrals Sources Related to Diverse Populations
• Cultural Diversity Web Links

For questions about this information, contact Erin Arango_Escalante (608)267-9172

Last updated on 10/17/2011 7:46:59 AM