Keynote Panel: Interweaving Language, Identity, Culture, and Pedagogy: Voices from the Community
A panel of professionals representing Marshallese, Rwandan, and Afghan communities of Spokane will share insights into indigenous ways of teaching and learning and how to integrate these perspectives into formalized educational contexts. They will discuss their role in the development and implementation of culturally-derived language learning experiences in K-12 and adult learning environments. These perspectives provide a fresh outlook on how school systems can actualize their stated commitment to valuing the inextricable link between language, identity, culture, and pedagogy.
Dean Batuma, Dorcas Taidrik, Doresty Daniel, Rick Kabua
Conference Schedule:
8:00 - 8:45 Coffee & Pastries, Meet the Exhibitors
8:45 - 10:00 Welcome and Keynote
10:00 - 10:30 Visit Exhibitors, Network, and Plan your Day
10:30 - 12:10 Breakout Sessions I & II
12:15 - 1:15 Lunch by Feast World Kitchen
1:15 - 4:05 Breakout Sessions III, IV, and V
4:10 - 5:00 Grants, Door Prizes, and Celebration
Registration:
Group Registration for 3 or more is now open through February 15th.
2025 Rates:
$60 - Early Bird by January 31st
$65 - February 1st to 27th
$75 - February 28th to March 8th
$15 - Student with discount code from institution by February 27th
Apply for a Grant by February 21st
$500 Project Funding grants
$500 Professional Development grants