This paper is concerned with the integration of informal language learning into university language modules in a foreign language environment. It begins by exploring the evolving nature of formal and informal language learning. This is followed by analysis of a pedagogic innovation intended to integrate foreign language activities in an informal…

Background: Among the different modalities of family support, home visiting programs have proved to be one of the most effective secondary prevention models for families involved in child welfare services. Despite the promising outcomes and the extensive available literature, further research is needed to investigate target population…

This study evaluates the Dual Language Program (DLP) implemented at a Title I public school in Baltimore City during the 2019-2020 and 2020-2021 school years. Building on previous research, the DLP's implementation, sustainability, and effects on students' learning outcomes were examined. Utilizing a mixed-methods approach, the study's second…

This protocol outlines a systematic review that aims to understand the effectiveness of educational programmes, delivered both online and offline, designed to prevent and counter the effects of online violent extremist propaganda in multiple languages. The primary objective is to assess the impact of interventions on reducing violent extremist…

This brief highlights Tyler Independent School District's 2022-2023 and 2023-2024 implementation of "My Reading Academy," an adaptive, supplemental solution with interactive learning games, instruction, and books in English, designed to create fluent, strategic readers. "My Reading Academy" was offered to Emergent Multilingual…

This study examines three preschool educators' perspectives and experiences implementing Spanish-English dual language bilingual education (DLBE) for young emergent multilinguals with disabilities (EMwDs) for the first time. Inclusive DLBE can provide both linguistic and disability-related support to EMwDs. However, several barriers, such as…

This article highlights how youth researchers representing two non-profit organizations, ByKids4Kids, and En Nuestra Lengua, share the results of a Youth Participatory Action Research study. In this project, youth draw upon triangulated data to examine community engagement in underrepresented US Latino/a students (ages 13-17) who served as…

The far-reaching impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on Latinx communities is well-documented. This population has higher rates of COVID-19 infection and death compared with non-Latinx White Americans mainly due to long-standing problems related to Social Determinants of Health. Communication about issues such as health threats and safety measures are…

The U.S. population has become more racially and ethnically diverse over time. The Latinx population growth makes Spanish the most common language encountered in non-native English-speaking populations such as Texas. The research objective of this study was to examine if implementing a One-Way Dual Language Education (DLE) Program could result in…

Digital tools can guide and support teachers in professional development programmes. The aim of this study was four-fold: (1) to explore changes introduced in classroom methodology by secondary school teachers during their participation in a professional development programme, using the digital tool EVALOE-DSS, based on conversational methodology;…