The Bilingual Literacy Journey with Expert Doris Baker

Welcome back to another enlightening episode of SORL, your go-to podcast for insights into the ever-evolving world of literacy. I'm your host, Dr. Christy Lamb, and my co-host Terri Hunt, M.Ed. We're thrilled to welcome Dr. Doris Baker, an associate professor from the University of Texas, Austin. She's here to dive deep into the foundations of reading for bilingual students, addressing their unique challenges and the benefits of embracing bilingualism in the classroom.It will be a riveting discussion as Doris shares her research findings and personal observations, including a heartwarming success story showcasing the power of bilingual education done right.Stay tuned for this compelling conversation with Dr. Doris Baker on SORL. And remember, to keep our literacy conversations going, subscribe and leave us a review wherever you get your podcasts!Timestamps00:00 Grad school in Latin American studies, education advocate.04:06 Reading science applies to all languages globally.08:37 Attention to English vocabulary is crucial for learning.13:03 Using visuals enhances phonemic awareness activities.16:38 Reading aloud in the native language strengthens language.17:30 Kids recognized books in the classroom and corrected the teacher.21:50 Engaging parents in school communication during COVID-19.26:28 Teaching phonemic awareness to diverse students.28:06 Teach letter sounds in Spanish and English.Connect with Doris BakerLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doris-baker-824b5419Website: https://education.utexas.edu/