Teaching Multilingual Learners: Creativity, Collaboration and Communities of Practice

Join U.S. K-12 teachers in conversation with Julie Kasper, director of teacher learning and leadership at Childhood Education International’s Center for Professional Learning, about the importance of creativity, community connections and collaboration in teaching multilingual learners. Panelists shared unique methodologies that support their students’ academic growth alongside development of their confidence, well-being and community engagement. This training was originally held on January 29, 2025.

Learning Objectives

• Understand the importance of valuing students’ identities and experiences
• Explore language-related challenges in the classroom and possible solutions
• Investigate the roles of collaboration, community and care in education

This virtual training is free of charge. It is designed for K-12 educators, administrators and anyone interested in supporting immigrant youth.

Check out these resources:

• Padlets with resources from the presenters
• Join Childhood Education International’s Mighty Community

• Presenter Introductions
• Conversation led by Julie Kasper

This webinar is offered in partnership with Childhood Education International’s Center for Professional Learning.

Please note: The views expressed by guest presenters are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Immigrant Learning Center.